Reaching the Global Market
Sustainable workshop solutions
In this hyper regulated environment, it can be difficult to
operate a workshop whilst also ensuring you are complying
with a myriad of regulations covering workplace safety and the
environment, whilst at the same time being an environmentally
sustainable workshop.
Williamtown Aerospace Centre continues to grow
The Williamtown Aerospace Centre has grown further with the announcement of Dexata as a new tenant.
Go Smarter campaign by Newcastle Airport
Newcastle Airport’s CEO, Dr Peter Cock, has challenged the Hunter business community to Go Smarter and make Newcastle Airport their point A when considering travel for business.
Harris Wheeler merges with Hall & Wilcox
Hall & Wilcox, a leading national independent business law firm,
boosted its New South Wales presence by merging with highly
regarded Newcastle firm, Harris Wheeler Lawyers, starting 1 July 2017.
Port Stephens Economic Profile
The first ever Port Stephens Economic Profile has just been released, empowering residents and businesses with insights into the local economy and what makes it tick.
From the editor
The 2017 Federal Budget seemed to make few ripples in most media outlets, with it almost disappearing from view within a day or two.
Hunter Water – University research partnership
Hunter Water has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Newcastle (UON) to launch a research partnership that will shape the region’s future.
Firm of the Year award for Pitcher Partners
Pitcher Partners was named the Firm of the Year at this year’s Accounting Awards, held in Sydney on 26 May.
Innovative technology used to help emergency management
The continuing advances in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and associated sensor technologies has produced a broad spectrum of useful tools for civilian applications.
Powerful MidCoast Business Chamber formed
MidCoast Business Chamber has been formed following the new MidCoast Council taking economic development back in house.
Prosperity boosts Queensland presence
Roger Ng & Co – a specialist SME Brisbane-based Accounting & Tax practice has joined the Hunter based, Prosperity Advisers Group.
Hunter region brewers successful at beer awards
Breweries from all corners of the country and around the world are celebrating after the results of the 2017 Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA) were announced on 18 May in Melbourne.
Technology Optimisation team formed
Diamond ICTs Technology Optimisation (TechOps) team has been developed and refined out of the need to ensure business networks are running smoothly without disruption, through alignment to industry best practice on an on-going basis.
Renew Australia scoping study for Maitland
Maitland City Council has engaged Renew Australia to conduct a scoping study to determine the feasibility of an urban renewal program in Maitland.
Planning Excellence award for Lake Macquarie City Council
On the 3 May Lake Macquarie City Council received the highest planning accolade, with its pioneering approach to managing future sea level rise recognised with a 2017 PIA National Awards for Planning Excellence.
Leah Jay reaches summit of Mount Everest
Property management pioneer, Leah Jay, completed a climbing expedition to the summit of Mount Everest on 22 May.
Boeing and CSIRO launch $35 m research program
CSIRO has signed a new, $35 million research agreement with the world’s largest aerospace company, Boeing.
Let’s Talk with Gunilla Burrowes
1. In a few words tell us about your current role. I am “living the dream” actively involved in being a part of the revitalisation of Newcastle as a centre for innovation and start-up businesses. As Chair of Eighteen04 Incorporated I am excited to work with start-up businesses every day. Our first challenge is…
Are you eligible for the reduced corporate tax rate?
Have you assessed when you may be eligible for the new corporate tax rate and the consequences of transitioning to such a change?
My ‘real’ team
Many of you will have read Jim Collins’ book ‘Good to Great’. You will recall the “bus analogy” in which Jim argues that before you talk about where you are going you need to consider who you are taking with you. Do you have the right people on the bus?
Want more than money can buy?
Have you ever heard the saying if “you’re not growing you’re dying?”
New Appointments
ALLIANCE LABOUR SOLUTIONS Ebony Sayers Ebony Sayers, who has spent the past 7 years working in the travel industry, has joined the Alliance team and is charged with coordinating the planning and mobilisation of their NSW employees. Ebony is very passionate about helping local people achieve their employment goals. PROPERTY COUNCIL OF AUST. Murray Wood…
Developers and investors called for multi-million dollar housing project
Leading Hunter-based community housing provider Compass Housing is seeking developers, investors and builders to help it to deliver 600 new homes for social and affordable tenants across the Hunter and Central Coast over the next three years.
How to lease a building
It’s come to that point in your business, you have out grown your premises and whether the business is yours or the boss taps you on the shoulder.
Virtual reality to advance human health
Giving birth has been the foundation of the human race since the start of humanity, but the primal practice is set to benefit from groundbreaking advances in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) at the University of Newcastle (UON).
Multicultural Small Business Program
Twenty aspiring businesspeople from 10 different countries have graduated from a small business skills course run by Newcastle City Council.
Hunter high achievers take out local awards
Three Hunter apprentices achieved top honours at the 2017 HVTC Excellence Awards held at Noah’s on the Beach in Newcastle.
Aged care training in China
Newcastle training organisation Novaskill (HGT Australia) has responded to the Chinese Government’s aspiration to provide a workforce of 10 million aged carers by 2020 through its innovative partnership in Shanghai.
Leaders of tomorrow recognised at annual TAFE NSW awards
The achievements of TAFE NSW’s brightest students and the contribution of its alumni have been recognised at the 2017 TAFE NSW Hunter and Central Coast Student Excellence Awards.
Local ‘legends’ needed to support learning pathways
The region’s leading provider of community based adult learning WEA Hunter is offering a unique business and community partnership program for those who might not
currently have the means to study or learn.
Six simple steps to a better business
Local accountants and business advisory firm, PKF, believe that a change of focus can help business owners improve business and see success.
Cash indeed is king, but bookkeeping is the queen!
As business owners, you will be familiar with the saying Cash is King.
How to get clarity on your planning priorities
Knowing where to focus can be one of the biggest challenges in running your own business.
Five reasons why smart companies have shareholders agreements
When forming a new company, choosing to put a shareholders agreement in place is a smart business strategy.
Two little words that will lead you to greater business success
As a small to medium business owner, chances are you want to grow your business to achieve your goals and ultimately enjoy the fruits of your labour. Technology is certainly on your side.
New business alliance formed to help workplace posture
Recently Dr James Cobb of Total Balance Chiropractic and Paul Wildschut of Experienced Office Furniture joined forces in a business alliance.
Commercial real estate wellbeing
It’s a little known fact that on Hillsborough Road Warners Bay is an incubator for the latest in innovative thought and design catering to the health and wellbeing of children, women and families. Inspired by owner and developer James Harris, The Warners Bay Place is nestled behind Swim Mart and Wattle Paints and is between…
A lunch time walk is good for you in more ways than one
Everybody knows that going for a walk at lunch is a great way to gain some much needed exercise especially if you work in an office.
Inter-disciplinary GPs added local health care team
There is a new wave of healthcare that is starting to gain significant attraction all over the world – integrated healthcare
Don’t sit down until the pain goes
If you have concerns about your posture, or are experiencing back pain, neck pain or headaches, you are not alone.