2017 Women in Business
How to win the holiday battle as a small business owner
As the holiday season quickly approaches, many Australian small businesses find themselves under increased pressure, due to increased competition, staff holidays, supplier shut down periods, cashflow headaches and unforeseen outgoings.
New innovation facility launched at Williamtown
On 1 November Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Scot MacDonald MLC helped launch the new defence, security, and aerospace hub at Williamtown which has been developed by the University of Newcastle with support of the NSW Government.
Newcastle Cruise Terminal plans released
The NSW Government and Port of Newcastle have revealed the design of the new Newcastle Cruise Terminal which will transform the cruise passenger experience in Newcastle.
2016 Manufacturer of the Year: 12 months on
From our humble beginnings in the Waste and Transport Manufacturing Industries in 2004, R&R Murphy Pty Ltd’s journey to HMA Manufacturer of the Year in 2016 has been one of growth, learning and constant improvement.
Scholarships help manufacturing leaders of tomorrow
Five TAFE NSW students each received a $1000 scholarship at
the 2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards to help them reach
their ambitions as future leaders in manufacturing.
Manufacturer of the Year
2017 Major Sponsor, Downer Rail, awarded the prestigious award of Manufacturer of the Year to Varley Group.
About the 2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards
It was a great Aussie atmosphere displaying iconic Australian landmarks, people and things when hundreds of manufacturers, supporters and dignitaries gathered at the 2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards at Wests City (NEX) to celebrate excellence in manufacturing for the 13th year.
2017 Future Leaders Program
HunterNet’s Future Leaders Program for 2017 concluded on 3 November with Team Watagan being announced as the winning team at the annual gala dinner attended by 180 members of the Hunter business community.
Product design generates unique intellectual property
Small manufacturers can ensure long-term success by generating unique intellectual property.
Maintaining optimum cabin conditions in dusty environments
Many Hunter workers are subjected to harsh remote work places and to find themselves in charge of heavy equipment operating in dusty environments with all manner of airborne pollution present.
J&S Engineering gains ISO 9001 certification
J&S Engineering and Maintenance in Rutherford is a manufacturing and re-manufacturing centre for mining and heavy engineering that has always had a strict focus on quality.
Duratray showcases innovative products
Duratray International recently participated in the NSW Mining Health, Safety, Environmental and Community Conference, Hunter Valley. Considered the biggest event for the NSW mining industry each year, the event shares leading practice and celebrates excellence and innovation.
Beep Bicycle Bells opens Canadian warehouse for North American market
Beep Bicycle Bells is a small, independent accessory company proudly based in Newcastle.
Locally manufactured clothing designs
mother + joey began as two mothers, Peta Purcell and Rowena Campbell seeing a future in family fashion, which had purpose for themselves, their families and many more generations to come.
Hunter businesses urged to migrate ‘Special Services’ ahead of disconnections
nbn is urging businesses in the Hunter region to prepare to migrate their ‘Special Services’ to the nbn broadband access network ahead of the first disconnection from November 2018.
Which platforms are the best for B2B social media marketing?
Which social media tools represent tangible value to your
business, and a good use of your team’s time?
OAS Technology Group Newcastle office upgrade
OAS Technology Group and their Minder Secure Cloud Services have moved into their new Newcastle offices after 12 years at Broadmeadow.
Mars not the limit for Hunter Valley business
Local Hunter Valley homegrown tech business, Obelisk Systems continues to reach new heights in education delivery.
Technology reshaping the modern workplace
Companies have been evolving faster than ever with recent technology advances coupled with the NBN, enabling a true remote workforce.
Eight reasons to invest in industrial and commercial property
It’s a commonly held view that industrial and commercial property is the domain of older, wealthier investors.
Newcastle apartment market continues to offer major benefits to buyers
Experienced real estate agent and new recruit to PRDnationwide Newcastle &
Lake Macquarie, Steve Macnamara, says Newcastle’s booming apartment projects
are offering great opportunities for purchasers and investors.
Resolving your dispute with the Australian Tax Office
Frequently, differences in opinion arise between tax payers and the Australian Taxation Office in relation to taxation assessments.
Top three IT security professionals companies need right now
The global cyber-attack in May this year, and subsequent security breaches that have followed, are timely reminders of how vulnerable we are.
The Melbourne Storm approach: a playbook for business
I recently attended the NRL Grand Final. I have been to two grand finals, 1999 and 2017, which were both won by the Melbourne Storm.
Let’s talk with Pierre Malou
1. In a few words tell us about your current role. Since early 2017, I have been working with a bunch of incredible people at The Business Centre. Officially my title is Chief Executive Officer but I feel more like a conductor of a Chamber Orchestra: a small, skilled and powerful ensemble of talents and…
Travel packing tips
When it comes to travelling be it a short business trip, a weekend away or long overseas holiday we all have the dreaded thought of ‘what do I need to pack and how am I going to fit it all in.’
Business growth hotspot expands
For the last 18 months, I’ve seen first-hand how some locals creating their own businesses and employing other locals too. These enterprising individuals are members of our coworking space in Charlestown, the Dantia Smart Hub, also known as DaSH.
The doors are open at Eighteen04
The mission of Eighteen04 Inc. is to support early stage start-ups
seeking to transform our energy economy, our environment and
who are seeking to build smart and sustainable cities.
Considering a co-working space?
Co-working spaces are on the incline in the Hunter. It’s important to research and consider what your startup or scale up is looking for.
Local web support businesses popular with buyers
Stuart McLachlan from Link Newcastle has just completed the sale of a fourth web design/development and hosting business.
HTG new headquarters and flagship store
2017 is a transformational year for the Hunter Travel Group
(HTG), following hot on the heels of a new Cruise Travel Centre
& Helloworld Travel store at Green Hills East Maitland in
the Hunter Valley and the acquisition of seven Helloworld
company owned stores at Bunbury, Canberra, Toorak, Knox,
Maroochydore, Eastgardens and Parramatta in September, the
group is providing a sneak peek of its new headquarters and
flag ship store in this article.
AECOM awards engineering scholarship in memory of inspirational Hunter leader
Infrastructure firm AECOM has awarded a $15,000 scholarship to University of Newcastle student Rachel Dalla in memory of Graham Taylor, an inspirational Hunter leader and mentor who passed away suddenly in 2016.
UON students teach to avatars in classrooms of the future
Just as pilots use flight simulators, University of Newcastle (UON) education students can now road test their teaching skills, building their confidence in a safe, supportive environment, using a simulated classroom
Double accolade for advisory firm
Prosperity Advisers are national finalists in two categories of the 2017 Hillross Financial Services Awards.
Industry collaboration offers futures in STEM
A group of TAFE NSW students are one step closer to jobs of the future thanks to a collaboration between some of the Hunter’s most innovative firms.
Leah Jay wins three major awards
Leah Jay has done the Newcastle region proud in this year’s Real Estate Institute Awards for Excellence, bringing home three major awards.
From the editor
This November issue of HBR includes the annual Manufacturing in the Hunter feature, highlighting the importance and success of the local manufacturing sector.
Williamtown to gain modernised military training systems
The battlefield training of soldiers has been given a major boost with eight new Digital Terminal Control System simulators coming online next year.