Defence
Urunga Antimony Processing Plant Remediation Projects for Hazmat Services
Hazmat Services has been appointed the contracts for Site Occupational Hygienist and Site Safety Officer for the remediation of the former Urunga Antimony Processing Plant
by NSW Department of Industries – Lands (“DPI – Lands”).
Is workers compensation hurting your business
The cost of the worker compensation insurance premium can be a sizable expense to the business and impact on the business profitability.
Harbourfront land release
The Hunter Development Corporation says Newcastle’s ongoing urban renewal will receive a boost with the release to the market of the first harbour-front block of land in over a decade at Honeysuckle.
Excellence in Building Awards open
Entries into the Master Builders Association’s 2016 Excellence in Building Awards Newcastle are now open and close on 6 May.
Buyers to withhold tax for ATO when buying certain properties
Parliament recently passed legislation amending the taxation law to impose withholding obligations on the purchasers of certain Australian assets – generally property purchased from a nonresident. However, the changes will affect most purchases of property in Australia!
Commercial/industrial/retail property as an investment
With nothing to be gained by having your money tied up in a bank, with the share market looking more and more like a bubble, and with interest rates not increasing many people are asking where do I place my hard earned dollars to get a secure and stable return.
Your business is worth nothing…..
Unless the business is “prepared” for a sale, including having transparent profitable financial data, then often all the value in the business is going to be hidden from everyone except the current owner. Buyers are looking at business with the most value “bang for
their buck”.
New age business – buying an online business
The online retail industry continues to show strong growth in Australia.
Your super and the 2016 Federal Budget
There has been plenty of media coverage in recent months regarding anticipated changes to superannuation and related tax treatments as part of the Federal Budget for 2016, recently brought forward to be announced on May 3.
Small Business Restructure Rollover Amendments: What will they mean for your business?
The government has passed legislation that will make it easier for small business owners to restructure their businesses.
SuperStream deadline rapidly approaching
With the SuperStream deadline of 30 June rapidly approaching, ATO Deputy Commissioner James O’Halloran says now is the time for employers who are not yet using SuperStream to cross it off their to-do list.
What is market volatility and how do I deal with it?
In 2016, Share market volatility has become a daily part of news headlines.
Imminent deadline for SMSF collectables
Are you still storing those pre 1 July 2011 Self-Managed Superannuation Fund collectables and personal use assets in your own home?
End of financial year – Key considerations for your Self Managed Superannuation Fund
The end of the financial year is rapidly approaching and that means it’s time for our Self Managed Superannuation Funds to ensure they capitalise on the many opportunities available to them prior to 30 June.
Keep your super working for you
Superannuation has been hitting the headlines lately, but the fluctuations of the share market is really more hype than horror.
From The Editor
The May Budget will certainly be a delicate balancing act for the Federal Government.
Construction commences on Trinity Point Marina
Construction started on 8 February on stage one of the
188-berth Trinity Point Marina located at the $388 million Trinity
Point master planned marina development in Lake Macquarie,
with CEO Keith Johnson celebrating the first marina pile being
driven.
Stage one
Greater customer service recognised at Roy Morgan awards
The Hunter-based Greater Building Society has received national recognition for its customer service for a third year running.
Hunter manufacturers and service organisations turn to the Lithgow model of change
A group of 28 senior managers and business owners have completed the first intensive block of the Lean Practitioner Program which was hosted by DSI at Bennet’s Green in February.
More awards for Jayco Newcastle
Jayco Newcastle has received three awards at the
Jayco Awards Ceremony held at the Mitchelton
Winery in Nagambie on 4 February – National
Country Dealer of the year, Coast to Coast Dealer
of the Year and an Outstanding Achievement for
business growth.
Queen Elizabeth visit a highlight of cruise season
Passengers and crew of the Cunard vessel Queen Elizabeth received a warm welcome on
22 February from hundreds of onlookers who lined the Newcastle Foreshore and Stockton
Foreshore.
GE partners with RDA Hunter to build STEM workforce
RDA Hunter has announced that it will partner with General
Electric (GE) to expand its Mini ME Program in 2016.
Hunter TAFE invited to share their secret to successfully train government employees
Hunter TAFE staff were at the forefront of a NSW Public Sector Industry Training (GTAN) seminar in Sydney recently.
Nobbys Lighthouse Inclusion Project
Newcastle Now Business Improvement Association has successfully completed a $22,000 project to make the popular Nobbys Lighthouse site more inclusive and accessible for
everyone.
Clarence Town woman wins The Greater’s top staff award
A Clarence Town woman has won the highest employee award for service at the organisation that she’s served for 21 years.
Forgacs acquired by Civmec
Western Australian based Civmec has completed the acquisition of Australia’s largest privately-owned engineering and shipbuilding company, Forgacs.
Success in Paris for Hunter trained baker
John Reminis has achieved more than most at 23 years-old, having placed second in the 2016 Baking World Cup (Coupe du Monde) in France in February.
Allworth Homes opens display centre at Thornton
Allworth Homes has announced the opening its new display centre in Thornton.
UVS awarded subcontract for SEA1770
UVS has been awarded a $7.2 million subcontract by Lockheed Martin Australia for provision of hydrographic systems and equipment for Australian Department of Defence Project SEA1770 Rapid Environmental Assessment – Maritime.
Let’s Talk with Samantha Martin Williams
What’s your current role My executive role is General Manager Corporate Services at Hunter Valley Coal Chain Coordinator (HVCCC). I am also non-executive Director of The Newcastle Permanent Building Society and The Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. How have you reached this point in your professional life? While completing Business and Industrial Relations degrees, I worked…
Mistakes business owners make
With over one million small businesses in Australia, how many of them do you think believe investing in their business is a priority?
Small business protections in the Australian Consumer Law
New laws taking effect on 12 November 2016 will extend to small businesses protections against unfair contract terms.
1+1=3: The synergistic effect
‘Say what?’ you might be thinking. How could an accounting firm think that 1 + 1 = 3?
New Appointments
WILSONS BUSINESS BROKERS Craig Lowth has joined the team at Wilsons Business Brokers. Craig holds a degree in Economics and Finance, and had a long career in business and commercial banking, as well as working in small business as a CFO in the accommodation industry. Craig has had exposure to a very broad range of…
The Hunter shines at Real Estate Business Awards
The Hunter was a big winner at the 2016 Real Estate Business Top 50 Sales Offices report released in 11 February.
New name for established property managers
Two of Newcastle’s boutique property management and sales agencies, Elite Property Management and Solid Property Services, have joined forces to become Green Street Property.
Selling is simple
Quick…what are the top 5 beliefs that pop in your head when I say the word salesperson?
On why creativity counts
Over the last couple of years the advertising and marketing world appears to have split into
two opposing tribes.
Tips for marketing your business
Over the last 10 years the marketing landscape has changed significantly. The ability to directly communicate and engage with customers has always been the Holy Grail.
How your marketing can help you stand out
Are you often contacted by prospective customers whose first question is how much your product or service costs? Do they then compare you to your competitors on price alone, without regard to the quality of the product or service you provide?