2014 Hunter Business Function Guide
Bulga wins Mines Rescue Open Cut competition
The annual Mines Rescue open cut competition was held at the Hunter Valley Mines Rescue station in November.
Positives for miners in Australia- China free trade agreement
The announcement of the Australia-China free trade agreement in November provided some positive news for Australian coal miners.
T4 moves a step closer
The Planning Assessment Commission (PAC) has determined that the Terminal 4 coal loader project in Newcastle is approvable, subject to certain conditions.
A Woman’s Words
Your writing style has more impact than even you may realise.
The way you start will be the way you finish
Never lose sight of the fact that when you start your business it is okay to set boundaries, as this is YOUR business and YOU have the right to choose what services you offer, what clients you want to work with and what hours you want to work.
Managing Mayhem
Many women find themselves at one time or other trying to be superwoman, after all you have to be if you are going to have a career and raise a family at the same time – right?
Networking groups
Women are great networkers, and networking groups abound in the Hunter.
Women In Business Continued
Abby McCarthy, Brooke Phillips, Lisa Margan, Helga Saxxara, Kath Teagle & Kath Teagle
Chelsea D’aoust
Chelsea and partner Ross Ciaverella own three café’s and an award winning carbon neutral coffee roasting business Sprocket Roasters.
Cate Sims
Cate Sims is Rio Tinto’s Specialist Aboriginal Relations and as such is the senior advisor for Aboriginal relations.
Maria Charlton
As an owner operator of a successful marketing company for more than 25 years Maria Charlton has been at the forefront of some significant changes……
Women in Business
Welcome to Hunter Business Review’s Women in Business feature for 2014.
The benefits of alternative dispute resolution
The benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution such as mediation are many, however until now they have unfortunately not been readily accessible to clients based in Newcastle or the Hunter.
Is it time to ‘go international’?
As the global market place continues to shrink we are often asked by our business clients how they will know if they are ready to make the strategic decision to enter international markets.
Nine keys to small business growth for 2015
Have you returned to work feeling refreshed and energised about what you can achieve this year?
Managing negativity in the workplace
There are two types of negative people in the workplace.
Lets Talk With Rachael Sheldrick
What’s your current role? I’m the Director of G S Mechanical Pty Ltd, which is a motor mechanic business at Whitebridge that I run with my husband, Glen. I am also the director of The Workshop Whisperer, a consulting business that helps self employed mechanics to run their businesses more profitably. What job have you…
NEW BUSINESSES
THE MAYAH CLINIC The Mayah Clinic, in Lakelands, near Warners Bay, opened last month. It offers a range of services including skin cancer checks and other dermatology care, cosmetic services such as eye treatments and lip enhancements, laser therapy and skin care products. The clinic is the first in Australia to use a tunable, hybrid…
Enviropacific: CI Agent merger and a $20m boost
Enviropacific has acquired CI Agent Solutions Australia Pacific.
Multicultural excellence award for Hunter TAFE
Hunter TAFE has been named a winner at the prestigious Australian Multicultural Marketing Awards (AMMA).
FROM THE EDITOR
CEDA (the Committee for Economic Development of Australia) has released an important document entitled A Federation for the 21st Century.
Research Breakfast by the Beach
Cancer Council Hunter Region will host a Researcher Breakfast by the Beach on Friday
14 November with leading local researcher Professor Katherine Clarke.
Get Marketing
Figured out what you want to say yet? Know who you want to reach? Need help with Both?
Life insurance – you get what you pay for
You can purchase life insurance much more easily but not all life insurance products are the same.
The 10 warning signs of business failure
It is important for Businesses to remain mindful of the warning signs to reduce their risk of corporate insolvency.
TRUST your employees?
In everyday life many relationships are built on trust.
The seven key numbers that drive profit and cash flow
In a typical set of financial reports i.e. Profit and Loss Statement and Balance Sheet, there are a lot of numbers.
A healthy mind means a healthy workplace
Mental health in the workplace is a serious concern and implementing a good mental health policy for all is very important.
Wellness in the workplace
Given that most of us spend over 30% of our time in the workplace, it seems obvious that our work environment can impact our health.
New Businesses
HOUSE OF AIRLIE Stephanie Airlie-Noé is the élan of Newcastle’s newest PR agency, House of Airlie. It’s a PR agency that understands a one size fits all method just doesn’t work. House of Airlie takes a completely modern and fresh approach when it comes to their clients. Where they excel is creative PR campaigns that…
Local Mental Health Director named one of Australia’s most influential women
Hunter Institute of Mental Health Director Jaelea Skehan has been announced as a winner in the 100 Women of Influence Awards for 2014.
Putting Tomaree on the virtual map
Visiting Tomaree National Park in Nelson Bay will soon be
just a click away.
New home for Forsythes
After more than 20 years in the Hunter Mall Chambers, Forsythes Business Advisors have have packed up their office and moved into the new Watt Street Commercial Centre.
New mine rehabilitation approaches explored
New and innovative approaches to mine rehabilitation are improving topsoil and rehabilitation results in the Hunter Valley.
Local business advisor gains National recognition
Business Advisor and trainer Brooke Phillips,has won the prestigious National Award for Best Regional Business Enterprise Centre Mentor.
HIA-CSR Hunter Housing Awards
The HIA-CSR Hunter Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards
recognise excellence in the construction, design, innovation and
technology of residential houses, kitchens and bathrooms from across
the Hunter and Central Coast regions.
Newcastle City finances show signs of recovery
The City of Newcastle’s annual financial statements have been
released and show an improvement in Council’s reported financial
position
Industry and training partnership benefits all
Hunter TAFE and Programmed (PRG) have joined forces to develop an innovative, on the job, working approach for apprenticeship training.