Property
2016 excellence in Building Awards
With a back to the Seventies celebration highlighted by iconic rock band, Dragon, the Master Builders Association held its gala Excellence in Building Awards at West’s Leagues Club on 9 September with over 500 guests in attendance.
Major projects for dwp/suters
The Newcastle office of award winning architects dwp|suters has been working on a wide range of projects that helping to change the face of the Hunter.
Continued growth for Big Boys
Big Boys Building Services is experiencing a sustained period of growth, offering a “one-stop-shop” of building and maintenance services for customers in the Hunter and beyond.
From the editor
Newcastle is experiencing a massive development boom with billions of dollars of recently completed and current projects.
Innovation and inspiration from the land of olives and ouzo
Have you ever had an opportunity present itself to indulge a passion, however dismissed it ‘as a pie in the sky dream’ before you have finished reading about it?
Xero Awards for Prosperity Advisers
Hunter based firm, Prosperity Advisers, is proud to announce they are a finalist in the Xerocon 2016 South Awards having just picked up the Xero Accounting Partner 2016 Award for NSW/ACT.
Hunter Business Awards honours the region’s best
Newcastle businessman Michael Slater was presented with the Hunter Business Chamber’s Business Leader of the Year Award on 5 August by sponsor CPA Australia.
Let’s talk with Rachael Sheldrick
1. In a few words tell us about your current role. I am the managing director of our automotive workshop G S Mechanical at Whitebridge, overseeing all operational aspects of the business. I’m also director of The Workshop Whisperer, the leading business mentoring service for self employed mechanics across Australia and New Zealand. 3 years…
Making your business attractive for tax free investing
In the continued boost to small business and start-ups, new tax concessions came into effect from 1 July 2016 which are set to stimulate investment in innovative companies as part of the federal government’s “Ideas Boom” under the National Innovation and Science Agenda.
Hit Play or Mute: Music in the Workplace
have always been in two minds when it comes to staff listening to music at work. And now I know why!!
New appointments
HEADJAM Headjam has added to its team of marketing and branding experts with the appointment of Katrina Locandro as an Account Manager. Hailing from Melbourne, Ms Locandro’s “professional birthplace” was San Francisco’s Silicon Valley undertaking a rare internship at innovative tech startup BrightIdea. Time spent at BrightIdea ensured a great foundation of practical skills and…
Investors sought for East End site
Newcastle’s East End site owned jointly by UrbanGrowth NSW and The GPT Group will be offered for sale by Expression of Interest (EOI). The EOI process will run until 20 September, from which proponents may be invited to submit a detailed tender. A successful buyer or buyers will be determined by early 2017. Agents Savills…
West End of Newcastle attracting investment
The West End of Newcastle continues to attract attention with over 200 people attending the Property Council’s August Hunter Lunch – Dense End.
Are you approaching or are you over 55 and considering retirement village living?
Before you embark on this new chapter you need to be aware of the impact on you of some significant differences between retirement village living and living in your own home.
Anglican Care expands in the Hunter
Anglican Care is significantly increasing its services to seniors in the Hunter with the opening of a new facility in Toronto and plans for major investments in other facilities.
New service helps seniors downsize
A leading Hunter real estate business has developed an innovative service built around the policy recommendations from research on home downsizing among older Australians.
Major award for NovaCare
NovaCare has been recognised for its unique leadership, innovation and excellence by Aged and Community Services, NSW/ACT.
Baby boomers’ high expectations for retirement living…and why the sector must meet their demands
Shaun Mahony DFK Crosbie The aged care industry is in a growth phase as the population ages, but that’s not the only reason there’s change happening in the products and services being offered by the sector. Baby boomers have enjoyed the most prosperous period in Australia’s history, accumulating more private wealth than any previous generation.…
Retirement village launches
Newcastle retirees will soon have access to a retirement community in a truly unique location, close to the heart of Newcastle.
Electric Vehicle Festival another success
The Hunter Valley was home to leading innovation in Australian renewable energies recently with the Electric Vehicle Festival spanning over the 13 and 14 August and the EV Symposium Dinner wrapping up Saturdays electrifying events at Cameron Park.
Lake Mac improving performance through smart technology and innovation
Lake Macquarie City Council is proud to be a local government organisation committed to improving performance through innovation and smart technology.
WHO Printing continues sustainability journey
As a family owned and operated business WHO Printing have always been committed to creating a sustainable future for generations to come.
Local sustainable, hybrid modular- flat pack house
In an Australian and world first, Hunter/Mid North Coast builder Daniel Reitsma has launched MAAP House, a company committed to providing sustainable, environmentally friendly, architecturally designed, hybrid modular – flat pack houses that can be constructed on site in a matter of weeks.
New shiploaders arrive at Port Waratah
On 24 July two new shiploaders arrived in the Port of Newcastle on the big lift vessel, the Happy Buccaneer bound for Port Waratah’s Carrington Terminal
Coal-fired electricity must be part of Australia’s future energy mix
The Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) 2016 Electricity Statement of Opportunities report expresses concern about the ongoing reliability of the national electricity market without coal-fired generation.
Downer awarded managing contractor role for Newcastle Light Rail
Downer EDI Limited (Downer) has signed a contract with Transport for NSW to be the Managing Contractor for the Newcastle Light Rail project.
New Heights for UNO’s City Campus
The University of Newcastle’s (UON) $95 million NeW Space facility in the heart of the CBD has reached an exciting landmark in its construction, with the official ‘topping out’ ceremony held on Wednesday 7 September.
Applications Open for Trevor Drayton Scholarship
Applications are now open for a scholarship named in honour of fifth generation winemaker and member of one Australia’s pioneering wine families, Trevor Drayton.
The 5th Annual Sight and Sound for Kids Lunch aims to raise $50k for children in the area who need assistance
Guest speakers will be Lawrie McKinna, CEO of the Newcastle Jets, Scott Miller, Head Coach and past international Joel Griffiths who will discuss the benefits for the Hunter Region with the new ownership of the Jets by Martin Lee and Ledman Group.
From the editor
With the Australian Federal election out of the way, the Government must put its focus back on economic matters and provide the leadership required to help develop a globally competitive economy.
Council backs supercar championship for Newcastle
Newcastle City Council has voted to support a partnership with Destination NSW and Virgin Australia Supercars on a bid to bring the annual season-ending round of the Australian Supercar Championships to the city from next year.
Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards
Winners for the 2016 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards were announced at the Awards Gala Dinner, held at Belmont 16s on Saturday 23 July.
Skate bowl for South Newcastle Bathers Way
Newcastle City Council is planning a new lease of life for South Newcastle Beach with a uniquely designed skate bowl, kiosk and outdoor gym featuring in the next stage of the Bathers Way project.
Hunter Innovation Festival a success
This year, the Hunter Innovation Festival (HIF) saw a record
number of entries for the Smart Ideas competition.
Awards for CVG Finance
The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) hosted their annual National Excellence Awards ceremony in Melbourne.
International merger showcases Hunter expertise
Hunter-based International Conveyor Products (ICON) has formed
a significant partnership with leading Chinese conveyor belt
manufacturer Zhejiang Double Arrow Rubber Co., Ltd (Double Arrow).
Rethink and Toyne join forces
On 1 July 2016 Rethink (Rethink Financial Group) and Toyne Business Consultants welcomed in the new financial year by joining forces.
Roberts Legal Finalists in nation’s largest law awards
Roberts Legal, Local Boutique Commercial Litigation firm have been announced as finalists in the 16th Annual Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards.
Let’s talk with Neil Slater
1. In a few words tell us about your current role. I’m the old guy in a young persons’ game trying to guide and hopefully inspire the beautiful young people who work with me, to work hard & to show case that Newcastle is indeed a wonderful vibrant city. 2. How have you reached this…