2017 Women in Business
Westpac Rescue Helicopter wins major contract
Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Chairman, Cliff Marsh, said that he believed the community, and particularly volunteers, would be delighted by the announcement by the
Minister for Health of a new contract.
Planning agreement with Liddell Coal Operations gives boost to community projects
Singleton Council has signed a Voluntary Planning Agreement with Liddell Coal Operations that will contribute $580,000 toward community projects.
Hunter business helps Vanuatu teenagers compete in Surfest
During Surfest 2015 there will be many young people from around the globe hoping to reach the highest levels of this internationally renowned competition.
Downer EDI signs $1 billion deal with Pacific National
Downer EDI Limited (Downer) has signed a Locomotive Maintenance Agreement (Agreement) with Pacific National Pty Ltd (Pacific National) valued at approximately $1 billion.
TAFE Boss confident of future
Phil Cox has announced that his last day as CEO/Institute Director at Hunter TAFE will be 13 February 2015.
Tourle Street Bridge upgrade progressing
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, The Hon Warren Truss MP has announced a commitment of $4 million to progress planning for the
duplication of the Tourle Street Bridge and Cormorant Road at Kooragang Island.
The Port of Newcastle achieves another record trade year
A record 164.3 million tonnes of trade was handled by the Port of Newcastle in 2014, marking another record trade year.
Glencore applies to extend life of Mount Owen
Glencore has applied to the NSW Government to extract an additional 92 million tonnes of coal from the Mount Owen complex between Singleton and Muswellbrook.
Newcastle Financial becomes Rethink Financial Planning
Newcastle Financial Planning, which has been around since 1979, is being
transformed to Rethink Financial Planning and will be part of a larger professional
service business created by Newcastle Financial Planning, called Rethink Financial
Group.
Business Clean Up Australia Day
By participating in Business Clean Up Day on Tuesday 24 February 2015, you are doing your part to promote a clean, healthy and sustainable environment
Fort Scratchley gun fired for first time in 100 years
A gun capable of hitting a boat 4km from land was fired at Fort Scratchley on 22 January for the first time in 100 years.
Hunter firm features in Australian Accounting Awards
Hunter based accounting and financial firm, Prosperity Advisers had major successes at the 2014 Australian Accounting Awards, winning the Best Integrated Offering award and having Lilian Luu recognised as the Young Accountant of the Year.
NCC sells buildings to Catholic Church
Newcastle Council has sold two buildings to the Maitland-Newcastle Catholic diocese.
Wickham Transport Interchange contract awarded
The main construction contract to design and build the Wickham Transport Interchange Project has been awarded to Laing O’Rourke Construction.
Rebuilding NSW invests $6 billion in regional infrastructure
The Hunter’s roads will benefit through the state government’s $20 billion Rebuilding NSW plan with a commitment of $6 billion being set aside for regional infrastructure.
Global demand for NSW coal continues to grow
Data released by Coal Services Pty Ltd reveals that in 2013-14 NSW coal exports increased by nearly 8%, from 155 million tonnes in 2012-13 to 167 million tonnes in 2013-14.
Lets talk with Jeff Shute
What’s your current role? I am a director of Shaw Gidley, a regionally based firm specialising in corporate and personal insolvency and business recovery, with offices located in Newcastle, Port Macquarie and Erina on the Central Coast. I am responsible for our corporate division and work directly with companies facing financial distress to find the…
ANNIVERSARY – 25 YEARS
Anglomoil, the 100% Australian owned and operated manufacturer of premium “Extreme Performance” lubricants, is celebrating its 25th year of servicing Newcastle and the Hunter.
Attracting more international students to the Hunter
RDA Hunter has welcomed the NSW Government’s support of its new initiative, Study Hunter, which is a collaboration with the University of Newcastle and Hunter TAFE.
Varley employee celebrates 50 years of service
Varley Group reached another significant milestone in its 129 year history on 2 February, with local employee Dennis Beveridge celebrating 50 Years of Continuous Service.
$155,000 funding from The Greater
Three charities received a welcome start to the New Year, sharing in $155,000 in additional funding from the Hunter-based Greater Charitable Foundation.
Newcastle CBD office vacancy rates crash to record low
The Property Council of Australia’s latest Australian Office Market Report shows that demand for office space in Newcastle’s CBD is among the strongest in Australia.
NEW APPOINTMENTS
RETHINK FINANCIAL GROUP Cassandra Kavanagh has been appointed CEO of Rethink Financial Group (formily Newcastle Financial Planning). She has over 20 years experience in the financial planning industry. She believes in abolishing the product and strategy focus of business and making the process all about the client’s values and goals. HUNTER TAFE FOUNDATION Neville Sawyer…
Do you know how valuable intellectual property is for your business?
Intellectual property (IP) is an extremely valuable asset and one that is at the core of almost every business.
Are you prepared for the unforeseeable incidents?
In December 2014 the Lindt Café was under siege in Sydney,where patrons and workers were taken as hostages.
What happened last year and how to improve this year
We see, hear and witness almost every week failure of businesses around us.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Imagine if you could go back in time when you were starting out as a leader or entrepreneur.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
New premises for Telligence
Telligence opened their doors at their new bigger and brighter premises 14/56 Industrial Drive, Mayfield East, on the 5 January.
Additional 4GX mobile internet for the Hunter
Member for Paterson, Bob Baldwin has announced that Telstra will extend their 4GX service to cover 25 Hunter suburbs and towns.
Australia falls in global internet speed rankings
According to the latest Akamai’s State of the Internet report, Australia has fallen to 44th in the world in terms of average internet speeds, down three places.
Businesses lagging in cybersecurity
The Cisco 2015 Annual Security Report, which examines internet for the Hunter both threat intelligence and cybersecurity trends, reveals that organisations must act to defend against cyber attacks.
Viatek launches scanning as a service
The way in which the key participants of a business interact has enormous implications for the viability and longevity of a business.
The changing technological landscape: Cloud technology
In only a few years, cloud technology has altered the IT landscape and changed the way both large enterprises and small businesses are operating.
New banking technology for The Greater customers
The Greater Building Society has announced several new digital projects to provide customers faster, more convenient access to their money and banking information.
Rapid growth for Pinpoint cloud services
Pinpoint Computers has reported rapid growth of their Cloud Services and Solutions division, with the number of customers doubling over the last 6 months.
Technology and a global workforce
According to a Greer Institute Workforce and Talent study, the 2020 workforce is both “the most educated and culturally diverse of any generation” and “notorious job-hoppers who dislike bureaucracy and distrust traditional hierarchies.”
Technology
SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE EDGE Samsung’s Galaxy Note Edge smart phone features a unique curved screen that gives quick access to frequently used apps, alerts and features at the swipe of a thumb. It incorporates a 5.6 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED (518 PPI) screen offering 2560 x 1440 resolution. It also features the S Pen…
Changes for Arena project
Stronarch Property has applied to scrap the hotel component of the Arena project at Newcastle Beach and replace it with additional apartments.