Hunter Development Corporation 25th Anniversary – Page 28

WHS Business of the Year

Mainstream Industries Pty Ltd scooped the top award at the 2017 Hunter Safety Awards.

WHS showcased at Hunter Safety Awards

Local family owned and operated business, Mainstream Industries, were crowned the winners of the ‘gold’ safety helmet trophy as the WHS Business of the Year, sponsored by Blackwoods, at the second annual Hunter Safety Awards

Is a self-managed super fund right for you?

Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) have become increasingly popular in recent years as they provide a wide range of benefits to investors.

Your superannuation checklist before June 30

The new superannuation legislation makes it critical to check that your super is structured correctly before 30 June.

Back to basics – your super obligations

Superannuation can be a complex and confusing topic – which is not ideal for busy, time-poor people who want to focus on the things they really enjoy about running their business.

Navigating the new super rules

From 1 July 2017 the superannuation landscape changes once again.

First steps to building wealth

For most people, cash comes in – in the form of your take-home pay.

Superannuation: Make it part of your wealth creation plan

When it comes to superannuation most discussion centres around changes to the laws and the popularity of self-managed superannuation funds.

New service launched by First National Newcastle

George Rafty, the Principal and real estate agent of First National Newcastle City is now launching property management.

Decoding Real Estate Speak

Read almost anything about the real estate market and at some point you may find yourself scratching your head, thinking, “Wait, what’s that mean?”

New Appointments

CROWNE PLAZA Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley and Crowne Plaza Newcastle have appointed Michelle Borkowski as their new Director of Sales. With a 6 year career in the hospitality industry and a previous finance background, Michelle comes with proven experience and success. In her previous role, Michelle was responsible for driving the Leisure and Meetings performance…

Four red flags that your SME needs some help

More than 60% of small businesses fail within the first three years of starting up.

Five things to consider when choosing a business structure

Choosing an appropriate business structure is extremely important when investing, optimising taxation and protecting your assets.

Let’s talk with Louise Maher

1. In a few words tell us about your current role. I am the Director/Event Maker at Hunter Valley Events. Hunter Valley Events is a leading event management agency specialising in all things Hunter. Events that help to build brands and strengthen teams are our forte. My days are spent working with our team to…

Apprentices enter Mining Skills Program

With the solid position of the Hunter’s mining industry, local employers have given 28 apprentices the opportunity to kickstart their careers with the award-winning Mining Skills Program at TAFE NSW Muswellbrook.

Technology focussed dry cleaners overcome disability and become eco warriors

A husband and wife business team has overcome a battle with cancer to emerge as eco warriors in their industry

Entries open for Lake Macquarie business awards

The entries are now open for the 2017 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards and close on 22 May.

2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards officially open

Entries for the 2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards were officially opened on 5 April at the premises of the 2016 Manufacturer of the Year R&R Murphy.

Defence manufacturer to move into Williamtown Aerospace Centre

An innovative Tier 2/Tier 3 Defence manufacturer has announced it will establish its NSW Operations Business hub at the Williamtown Aerospace Centre.

Final stage in steelworks remediation underway

With the final phase of remediation at the former BHP steelworks site at Mayfield now underway, the Hunter Development Corporation (HDC) says Newcastle can look to future employment generating uses for the site.

Supercars fast tracks city upgrades

Newcastle City Council will undertake a comprehensive public works program in the city’s east end to be completed in time for the Newcastle 500 Supercars event in November. Councillors on 13 March voted in favour of the work

From the editor

Innovation is one of the keys to success in modern business

Changes at Centennial Coal

In a changing of the guard Centennial Coal’s (Centennial) Managing Director and CEO, David Moult, announced he will be leaving his position at the end of April.

Mine Rehabilitation Conference

Over three days in late March 2017, the University of Newcastle will hold, in Muswellbrook, the Seventh Annual Mined Land Rehabilitation Conference.

New venture and new role for Quarry Mining Chief

Kari Armitage, Managing Director of Quarry Mining, has been appointed Deputy Chair of HunterNet, which is recognised as the pre-eminent regional industry peak body in Australia for leading collaboration and innovation.

Is your golfing game being held back?

Golf is a great activity to be involved in and one many of our patients are active participants in.

Purpose-built non-surgical cosmetic facility opened

Renew Medispa by Hunter Plastic Surgery has been officially opened via an exclusive launch event and the pull of a ribbon.

Extended periods of sitting impacting on health

With Australians generally spending more time sitting at desks, in cars and in front of screens, we are meeting more who have neck and lower back discomfort with some experiencing headaches.

Raine & Horne top commercial office award for Newcastle

At the recent Raine & Horne Awards night Bill Russell presented the principals of Raine & Horne Commercial Newcastle (Steven Dick and Jason Maxwell) with the Top Commercial office in NSW award.

Tony Cant joins forces with Starr Partners

Maitland’s Tony Cant Real Estate joined the innovative real estate group, Starr Partners, and rebranded as Starr Partners Maitland from 3 March 2017.

New appointments

RAINE & HORNE COMMERCIAL Matt Nelson is the new commercial agent specialising in sales and leasing for industrial and commercial enterprise within the Newcastle area. Having previously been in residential sales over the last 12 years, Matt brings his wealth of knowledge into the commercial sector and is excited about the opportunities the commercial market…

Six tips to improve cash flow

Slow and non-paying customers can be detrimental to the cash flow of a business.

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We are living in a world where the most powerful people are not necessarily the smartest or the most experienced.

Urgent vs important: the healthy option

If I were to ask you what you consider to be the most important aspect of your life, would you say your health?

Lets talk with Will Creedon

1. In a few words tell us about your current role. Owner of numerous hospitality based businesses, accommodation houses, café and restaurant’s. 2. How have you reached this point in your professional life? I”ve been lucky in my life, through my time working with Diageo – one of the largest beverage company in the world,…

Our Knights – One Chance

“Some 30 years ago the people of this region were rewarded for their determination and hard work but three decades on, the Hunter is being asked to work together again to ensure the Knights remain in Newcastle,” said spokesperson for the Our Knights One Chance, Rob Tew.