2015 Hunter Business Function Guide
FUEL MANAGMENT HARDWARE, AND CONSULTANCY
OEM Banlaw have made their name from their high performance dry-break refuelling and hydraulics products.
THE IMPORTANCE OF MANUFACTURING TO THE HUNTER
Manufacturing has a long history as a major driving force for the
Hunter economy.
The advantages of managed IT services
Why do I need managed IT services? This is an important question to ask when you have a business full of computers, servers and employees.
2015 NEWi Awards winners
Winners of the 2015 NEWi Awards for Digital Creativity have been announced following a rigorous and thorough judging process, which saw industry specialists critique almost 80 entries from across regional Australia.
Minimising costly internet downtime
In today’s business environment, very few companies can afford
internet downtime.
Apprentice of the Year – Manufacturing Sponsored by BAE Systems
Apprentice of the Year – Manufacturing was awarded to Brock
Goodwin who is employed by Hunternet Group Training
Company and hosted by Nepean Longwall.
Excellence in Marketing Sponsored by Thurnham Teece
This award was won by Deltawater Solutions who has
provided a personalised and customised service through its
Water Advisory Service.
Excellence in Safety Sponsored by Port Waratah Coal Services
Winners OneSteel – Newcastle Rod Mill has continued
with the ongoing implementation of their ’Take 2 for Injury
Prevention’ program over the past several years and are
now benefiting from a cultural change within their workforce
which is now resulting
Excellence in Environmentally Responsible Manufacturing Practices Sponsored by Quarry Mining & Construction
This award was won by J&S Engineering and Maintenance who
the judges said clearly articulated its process and the associated
environmental impacts.
Excellence in Product Design Sponsored by the University Of Newcastle
This award was won by Composite Cats for their Caraboat
design.
Excellence in Technology Sponsored by Strata Worldwide (Australia)
The Technology Award was awarded to J&S Engineering and
Maintenance.
Excellence in Training Sponsored by Hunter Valley Training Company
Morris Technology Group won the Excellence in Training
Award.
Exellence in Manufacturing Process Sponsored by KM&T
Dywidag Systems International Pty Ltd took out this award for 2015.
Excellence in Innovation Sponsored by Department of Industry & Science
WRI Australia won this award for their Raptek product.
The Ferruled Dump Rope arose through a challenge
presented by a client – “make a safer and less time consuming
process of changing out drag-line ropes”.
WRI Australia employed a strong innovation
Exellence in Export of Manufactured Goods Partnered by NSW Department of Industry
The Export of Manufactured Goods Awards was won by
Dywidag International Pty Ltd (DSI) who provided an excellent
application highlighting their success in export through a wide
range of diverse export markets, in Asia and beyond
Rising Star Award Sponsored by Whiteley Corporation
Nicholas Percy from Varley Group won the 2015 Rising Star
Award.
HMA Board Award
The HMA Board Award was presented to Portable Safety Cam.
Portable Safety Cam has developed a wireless safety camera system
based on its existing wired version.
Manufacturer of the Year Sponsored by Downer Rail
2015 Major Sponsor, Downer Rail, awarded the prestigious
award of Manufacturer of the Year to WearX.
HUNTER TAFE STUDENTS
The Board of HMA continues to utilise some funds toward
a scholarship for potential or existing TAFE students who are
planning or are currently undertaking a course which is directly
related to the manufacturing industry.
2015 Hunter Manufacturing Awards
The prestigious Hunter Manufacturing Awards were held at Wests City (formerly Newcastle Panthers) on 16 October in front of nearly 500 attendees.
CONTINUED GROWTH FOR CLASSIC BLINDS & SHUTTERS
Established in 2004 by sister, brother/wife family combination
Bev, Stephen and Ginny, Classic Blinds and Shutters now
employs over 25 staff and is rapidly outgrowing their factory
at Macquarie Hills.
MANUFACTURING EXCELS WITH CUSTOMER-CENTRICITY
The Hunter Manufacturing Awards held in October acknowledged world-class companies operating in the region.
ME PROGRAM MEETS WITH HUNTER SCHOOLS
RDA Hunter has informed over 40 of the Hunter’s public, Catholic,
independent and Grammar secondary school teachers about
opportunities to help skill Hunter school students in science,
technology, engineering and maths (STEM) through the successful
ME Program
WEARX’S INNOVATION RECOGNISED BY ROY HILL
Hunter Manufacturer of the Year WEARX believes technological
innovation coupled with solving real-life mine site challenges is
key to succeeding in today’s mining landscape.
FIVE QUESTIONS FOR BETTER PRODUCT DESIGN
Design drives innovation, opens up uncontested markets, differentiates products and services, attracts customers, strengthens branding, embodies a company’s values and improves recognition.
Esca Bimbadgen chef wins prestigious culinary scholarship
Jodie Flanagan from Esca Bimbadgen has been announced the winner of the 2015 Brett
Graham Scholarship prize worth more than $10,000 after a searing competition last night.
Local business man shares secrets of success at luncheon to help Maitland Hospital
Maitland Hospital Foundation Business Fundraising Luncheon
FROM THE EDITOR
The rise of Malcolm Turnbull to the position of Prime Minister has been met with fragile optimism by much of the business community with the hope that the change will help raise confidence and help strengthen the Australian economy.
2015 Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards
The 2015 Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards were presented at a gala presentation on 11 September at Lindemans Winery, Pokolbin.
Equal Futures Project raises $18K
In March this year the Equal Futures Project – a local group of business leaders dedicated to raising awareness of gender equity and diversity in the region, held a breakfast to celebrate
International Women’s Day.
Leading disability service opens Lake Mac centre
Endeavour Group Australia has opened the doors of a new Leisure, Learning and Work Centre in western Lake Macquarie to meet the growing needs of local people with disabilities.
Tenders invited for Tourle St / Cormorant Rd duplication
Tenders from prequalified contractors have been invited for construction of the $103.8 million duplication of Tourle Street and Cormorant Road at Kooragang Island.
Hunter Financial partners with listed advice firm
Local financial planning firm, Hunter Financial, has formed a partnership agreement with newly-established Countplus subsidiary Advice389 in a deal that gives Advice389 a 40% stake in the company.
National recognition for Hunter based SMSF
Maitland financial services administrator, Heffron, was named as
Best SMSF Administrator at this year’s AFR’s Blue Ribbon Awards
2015.
eLearning company launches platform for teachers
Futura Group, a Newcastle-based edtech company, has launched eCoach BETA, a cloud-based platform providing high school teachers with simple tools to build and design their own engaging online courses.
Local business support firm expands
It’s been a busy few months for the Hunter-based BusinessBasics team, with the opening of two new offices and the welcoming of two new team members.
New owners for EMC Electric Vehicles
The Varley Group has acquired a new business; EMC Electric Vehicles. EMC primarily offers recreational and commercial electric vehicles for a wide range of markets throughout Australia and overseas.
Catalyst Project Consulting appointed for new development in Wickham
With the announcement of the new rail interchange, the southern sector of Wickham will be undergoing transformation in relation to new higher density developments being considered, one of these is the West-End ApARTments.
Parker Scanlon outgrow their Broadmeadow office
After eight years in Broadmeadow, Parker Scanlon have moved to larger, newly renovated premises in Hamilton.
Construction commences on The Huxley
Construction has begun on the $30 million dollar development known as The Huxley, for Thirdi Property.