March 2016
Chain Valley and Mannering mine modifications approved
The Department of Planning and Environment has approved modifications to the Chain Valley Colliery and Mannering Collier...
Singleton community to benefit from voluntary planning agreement with Mt Owen
Singleton Council is inviting the community to have their say on the draft Mt Owen Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) wh...
“Light horns” reduce noise at Mount Thorley Warkworth
A new system of “light horns” at Coal & Allied’s Mount Thorley Warkworth mine is helping to reduce noise during night-ti...
Mining Skills Program continues to expand
Enrolments in the Hunter TAFE Mining Skills Program, at the Muswellbrook Campus, are up by 18% on last year’s figures an...
Mining publications released by MCA
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has released two new publications that highlight the ongoing contribution the in...
Rehabilitation of Mined Lands Conference
The Best Practice Ecological Rehabilitation of Mined Lands Conference is being held this year on 7 April at Civic Centre...
Pilot study to target teachers’ health
Hunter teachers are the focus of a new pilot health study being conducted by University of Newcastle (UON) physical acti...
Outdoor fitness gym for Miller Park
With support from Cessnock City Council the Samaritans Foundation has secured a $52,000 grant from the Newcastle Permane...
Recharge to stop burn out
In business, we juggle many projects and goals and quite often do it all again at home. This busyness can easily turn in...
Dancing your way to better health
At the unassuming address of 880 Hunter Street, Newcastle West, Catapult Choreographic Hub is now offering drop in conte...
Keeping your workforce healthy, alert and productive
For many employers the start of the year brought with it new opportunities.
Why a healthy workplace?
A workplace health program is an activity or range of activities that aim to support and promote the health of employees...
Change your mindset
Stressed. Tired. I need a drink. These are common responses to the global workplace greeting “how are you today”?
The future of marketing is video
Content marketing - and especially online video - is a rapidly growing area for marketers.
How your marketing can help you stand out
Are you often contacted by prospective customers whose first question is how much your product or service costs? Do they...
Tips for marketing your business
Over the last 10 years the marketing landscape has changed significantly. The ability to directly communicate and engage...
On why creativity counts
Over the last couple of years the advertising and marketing world appears to have split into two opposing tribes.
Selling is simple
Quick…what are the top 5 beliefs that pop in your head when I say the word salesperson?
New name for established property managers
Two of Newcastle’s boutique property management and sales agencies, Elite Property Management and Solid Property Service...
The Hunter shines at Real Estate Business Awards
The Hunter was a big winner at the 2016 Real Estate Business Top 50 Sales Offices report released in 11 February.
1+1=3: The synergistic effect
‘Say what?’ you might be thinking. How could an accounting firm think that 1 + 1 = 3?
Small business protections in the Australian Consumer Law
New laws taking effect on 12 November 2016 will extend to small businesses protections against unfair contract terms.
Mistakes business owners make
With over one million small businesses in Australia, how many of them do you think believe investing in their business i...
UVS awarded subcontract for SEA1770
UVS has been awarded a $7.2 million subcontract by Lockheed Martin Australia for provision of hydrographic systems and e...
Allworth Homes opens display centre at Thornton
Allworth Homes has announced the opening its new display centre in Thornton.
Success in Paris for Hunter trained baker
John Reminis has achieved more than most at 23 years-old, having placed second in the 2016 Baking World Cup (Coupe du Mo...
Forgacs acquired by Civmec
Western Australian based Civmec has completed the acquisition of Australia’s largest privately-owned engineering and shi...
Clarence Town woman wins The Greater’s top staff award
A Clarence Town woman has won the highest employee award for service at the organisation that she’s served for 21 years.
Nobbys Lighthouse Inclusion Project
Newcastle Now Business Improvement Association has successfully completed a $22,000 project to make the popular Nobbys L...
Hunter TAFE invited to share their secret to successfully train government employees
Hunter TAFE staff were at the forefront of a NSW Public Sector Industry Training (GTAN) seminar in Sydney recently.
GE partners with RDA Hunter to build STEM workforce
RDA Hunter has announced that it will partner with General Electric (GE) to expand its Mini ME Program in 2016.
Queen Elizabeth visit a highlight of cruise season
Passengers and crew of the Cunard vessel Queen Elizabeth received a warm welcome on 22 February from hundreds of onlook...
More awards for Jayco Newcastle
Jayco Newcastle has received three awards at the Jayco Awards Ceremony held at the Mitchelton Winery in Nagambie on 4 ...
Hunter manufacturers and service organisations turn to the Lithgow model of change
A group of 28 senior managers and business owners have completed the first intensive block of the Lean Practitioner Prog...
Greater customer service recognised at Roy Morgan awards
The Hunter-based Greater Building Society has received national recognition for its customer service for a third year ru...
Construction commences on Trinity Point Marina
Construction started on 8 February on stage one of the 188-berth Trinity Point Marina located at the $388 million Trini...
From The Editor
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