Business Technology
Movement in the City
There’s movement in the city and with it is coming a new vitality.
The future is integrated transport
Modern cities are increasingly connected. Both in the way we live and work, as well as the way data, goods and services travel around our communities.
$2 billion bonanza
New research from the Property Council of Australia measures December 2012 as “Ground Zero” – the starting point – for the revitalisation of Newcastle’s city centre.
Newcastle in 2025
The city of Newcastle has experienced growing pains for a number of years.
Newcastle renewal process accelerates further
The renewal process in Newcastle has been gathering pace in recent years and has now reached an impressive pace that is evident to even the casual observer in Newcastle.
Defence in the Hunter
Defence has a long history as a major component of the Hunter economy, with a strong presence of defence establishments backed by a diverse range of innovative defence related manufacturers and service providers.
Robotics for the Royal Australian Navy
In 2015 local company ATSA Defence Services joined with UVS Pty Ltd to create the BlueZone Group resulting in a capability that provides the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) with robotic systems that support the Australian Defence Force to maintain an essential technology edge.
2016 HunterNet Defence Conference
To be held at Crowne Plaza Newcastle on 19 & 20 September, the 2016 HunterNet Defence Conference has the theme Industry Innovation Supporting Australian Defence Strategy.
Defence Advocate appointed
Minister for Industry, Resources and Energy, Anthony Roberts, has announced the appointment of distinguished Air Marshal (Ret) John Harvey AM as the NSW Defence Advocate.
Civmec expands to the East Coast
Civmec Construction and Engineering Pty Ltd (Civmec) completed the acquisition of Forgacs in February 2016 – which included the name, the shipyard facilities, and the assets located at Newcastle.
Surveillance capability key to Nova’s operational assurance support
Nova Systems (Nova) has recently established a Surveillance Program, with a focus on supporting the ADF and OEMs who are operating and supporting broad area air and space surveillance systems.
PLEXSYS establishes Asia Pacific office at WAC
PLEXSYS Interface Products, Inc., a global simulation company specialising in modelling and simulation systems and support services for 21st Century air, land, and sea synthetic training, has established its first facility in the Asia Pacific region at the Williamtown Aerospace Centre (WAC) – Technology Place.
Recruitment Revolution launched
Recruitment Revolution, the latest name in recruitment in the Hunter, was launched in June.
Leadership program launched
Unbridled Results has launched a leadership program that’s relevant, in-depth and has the capacity to completely transform the way participants work.
Bullying can be a reason for dismissal (… and very costly to ignore)
The adverse effect on workplace culture and the personal impacts of bullying are now well-recognised and, unfortunately, frequently reported.
To improve leadership effectiveness – make it personal
Duane is the Operations Manager at a small manufacturing business west of Newcastle.
Hunter-grown firm to launch UK office
Leading recruitment agency and two times Hunter Business Awards finalist GWG Partners recently announced its international expansion with the opening of a UK office.
People will always need people
There’s no denying technology has taken leaps and bounds in the recruitment industry in the past 10 years or so, but it’s impossible to imagine it ever replacing human interaction and relationship-building in this dynamic space.
Workplace advice ebulletin launched
Local leaders in workplace services, peoplefusion, Skildare and Osborn Law, have joined forces to launch Workplace HQ.
The nucleus of great leaders
I am yet to meet a business or community leader who doesn’t espouse the word ‘culture’ or ‘leadership’ with abandon.
Funding for leadership & management training
The NSW Department of Industry, Skills and Regional Development has launched a program designed to give people training in Leadership & Management and is providing the funds to make it happen.
Dark clouds & silver linings
The April 2015 superstorm and severe weather conditions changed the future course for many NSW business owners.
Do you have a key person risk in your business?
Managing risk is a key component of the ongoing management of any enterprise.
Don’t value your life
“Only a crisis – actual or perceived – produces a real change”.
Insurance – don’t leave it to chance!
The logic may seem surprising, but while most Australians insure their cars, homes and other assets, many forget to protect their most important asset – themselves and their ability to earn an income.
From the editor
With the Federal election quickly approaching, it is timely that this issue contains a Training & Education feature as this area is increasingly vital for the economic future of the Hunter and Australia.
New Maitland office for Emerge
Emerge, a Lake Macquarie accounting and business advisory firm, has expanded and opened an office in Maitland.
WHO Printing awarded at national print awards
WHO Printing has been awarded a gold medal at the 2016 Media Super National Print Awards in the ‘Annual Report’ category.
Newcastle – Dubbo flights to commence
FlyPelican is to commence direct services between Newcastle and Dubbo, from Monday 18 July 2016, subject to regulatory approval.
Entries open for 2016 Engineering Excellence Awards
Entries are now open for the Australian Engineering Excellence Awards (AEEA) Newcastle 2016 program.
21st Century library for Civic cultural hub
An Australian-first contemporary library, cafe and bar will combine cutting-edge technology with quality food and beverages at Newcastle’s Civic Theatre.
The Hedweld 30th Anniversary Milbrodale Mountain Classic
The annual Hedweld Milbrodale Mountain Classic Off Road Racing event is fast approaching.
Catholic diocese plans to develop former empire hotel site in Newcastle West
The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will have lodged a development application with Newcastle City Council for the redevelopment of the former Empire Hotel site in Newcastle West.
Energy efficiency and sustainability projects completed by Maitland Council
Maitland City Council is leading the way in energy efficiency and sustainability improvements with the successful completion of Council’s New Future Project.
Ian Jones on the move
After 17 years in the Hunter Mall, Ian Jones Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd is moving to new offices on the corner of Scott and Watt Streets, Newcastle with the ground floor location providing a bigger, brighter home from which to service their expanding client needs.
Local startup launches smart parking solution
Newie Ventures has launched a smart parking solution at the University of Newcastle.
Varley Group calling on past employee information for 130th anniversary
Varley Group, one of the Hunter region’s oldest engineering and manufacturing companies, is celebrating its 130th birthday in August 2016.
Entries open for 2016 Engineering Excellence Awards
Entries are now open for the Australian Engineering Excellence Awards (AEEA) Newcastle 2016 program.
Aviation careers day
The Aviation Careers Day is an initiative of BAE Systems and RDA – Hunter’s ME Program. It forms part of BAE Systems’ ‘Advancing the Next Generation’ initiative and focuses on Year 9 and 10 students with the aim of fostering their interest in STEM careers in the aviation industry.