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April 2014
Business excellence awarded in Lake Macquarie
Get ready to shine Lake Macquarie, entries are now open for the 2014 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards.
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NeW Space: UoN’s $95million campus
Early concepts have been revealed for University of Newcastle’s $95 million CBD education precinct.
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Funding boost makes miracles happen
The Miracle Babies Foundation, a community organisation that provides important support for 1,100 families with prematur...
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What price will you pay to reach your goals?
As a business coach, I am often asked about the difference between dreams and goals.
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Conference to highlight defence opportunities in the Hunter
The 2014 Hunter Defence Conference, to be held at the Fort Scratchley Function Centre on 21-22 May
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New book launched by local business woman
Did you know that it only takes nine seconds to make a positive impression?
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End of financial year tax tips
As the end of the financial year approaches, here are some helpful tax planning tips that it’s important to be aware of.
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FROM THE EDITOR
The Government announced some good news for businesses in March with the introduction of legislation
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State Government considers $400 million urban renewal proposal
$400 million urban renewal proposal for the CBD of Newcastle.
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Greater commits two more years to NHRU
The future of Newcastle & Hunter Rugby has been secured for the next two years following an injection of sponsorship mo...
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Celebrity style welcome for largest ship to visit Newcastle
Luxury cruise liner, Celebrity Solstice, made a record breaking maiden visit to the Port of Newcastle in March.
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Rapsey Griffiths celebrates a year of rapid growth
Newcastle-based insolvency and advisory firm Rapsey Griffiths celebrate their first anniversary
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HMRI and HVRF update agreement
An expanded Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the HMRI and HVRF has been signed.
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Singleton saleyards to benefit from mining royalties
Resources for Regions has committed $8.9 million to the improvement of Singleton Regional Livestock Market
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New CBD address for Moray & Agnew
The firm relocated to the new premises at 45 Watt Street on 3 March.
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UON Civil Engineering 45th in QS World University Rankings
University of Newcastle’s Civil and Structural Engineering discipline has entered the Top 50
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Cessnock voted top tourist destination
Fresh country air, excellent wine, quality food, and internationally renowned musicians.
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Local ME Schools awarded at prestigious national event
Merewether High and Maitland Grossman High school took home several awards at the F1 in Schools National Finals..
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$5 million Memorial Walk
ANZAC Memorial Walk , secures funding required to create a cliff top walk that will rival any other in Australia.
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EUAs – an attractive way to upgrade building stock
Environmental Upgrade Agreements (EUAs) are an initiative of the NSW Government
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Selfies and copyright
Samsung gives a smartphone to Ellen with the intention of her taking a “selfie” at the Oscars for their own publicity.
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DiG Festival attracting interest
The 2014 DiG Festival, in Newcastle on 16-17 October, will discuss all things design, interactive and green-tech.
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Digital divide widens between online-savvy and online-cautious SMEs
As more small and medium business operators experience revenue growth due to the use of online technologies
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Five steps to successful mobile app development
Businesses are coming under increasing pressure to develop and deploy mobile applications.
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Konica Minolta
TOTechnology announced that its Konica Minolta multifunction range has won the BLI A3 MFP Line of the Year award
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National construction decline slows in March
The national construction industry contracted at a milder rate in March with the seasonally adjusted Australian Industry...
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LJ Hooker Toronto ranks amongst best of the best
LJ Hooker Toronto has secured a position on Australia’s prestigious Top 50 Sales Offices’ ranking, cementing them as one...
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Betty - ADRI House visits Tocal
Australia has one of the highest rates of asbestos related diseases in the world.
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Raytheon to expand presence at Williamtown
With more than 30 employees based in Williamtown, Raytheon Australia has played a key role in the local defence industry...
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Mecure hotel for Williamtown
The $8 million, four-storey Mercure Newcastle Airport currently being constructed will incorporate 95 rooms, a restauran...
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First two buildings at WAC commercial precinct taking shape
The first two buildings on the commercial precinct at Williamtown Aerospace Centre are under construction, with a number...
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BAE Systems committed to the Hunter
Since 1998, BAE Systems Australia has been a trusted Defence partner in the Hunter region from the base at Williamtown.
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Further expansion for Newcastle Airport
Newcastle Airport’s 20-year Master Plan, provides a framework for ongoing managed infrastructure and development growth.
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Lockheed Martin Australia becomes first anchor tenant
Lockheed Martin Australia has formally signed on as the first tenant for Hunter Land’s Commercial Precinct at the Will...
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Get Super benefits for your business
There’s no question that superannuation is becoming increasingly complex.
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SMSF and BRP – a winning combination
More business owners are considering moving their superannuation into a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF).
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Save thousands by claiming commercial property depreciation
Commercial building owners remain unaware of the taxation benefits their property can generate.
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Superannuation update – changes ahead
Stronger Super is the name given to a range of changes to super legislation and employer obligations introduced by the L...
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Member voluntary liquidations can yield numerous tax advantages
MVLs are solvent “winding-ups” that can provide shareholders with a number of benefits
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Investing in Property through Super
Growth in the use of selfmanaged superannuation funds (SMSFs) over the last few years has been staggering.
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Correcting mistakes in BAS reporting
Most taxpayers intend to get their business activity statements (BAS) right and do, but mistakes can happen.
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You own your business but will you own your retirement?
Most business owners go into business with the expectation of building value over time
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