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STATE RUN WORKSHOPS FOR BUSINESS

July 20th, 2010

The global financial crisis might be over, but who knows what the future holds?

This statewide series of workshops is a Queensland Government-funded program to help Queensland businesses improve in the current economic climate. In a single evening you’ll learn valuable management, marketing and productivity strategies which could help you to improve the performance of your business. You will also gain an insight into what the future holds and how to prepare for it.

Tuesday 27 July 2010
5.30pm
Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre, Walker Street, Maryborough
Free
Visit the website to register
1300 644 361
There is no cost to attend, but seating is limited so bookings are essential.  Reservations will be taken strictly on a first come, first served basis.

This workshop is funded by the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation and delivered by Brett Chamberlain.
Send this information to a friend.

Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation
PO Box 15168
CITY EAST BRISBANE
QLD 40

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Tel: 1300 363 711 (Queensland callers)
+61 7 3001 6359 (outside Queensland callers)
Submit an enquiry online
www.business.qld.gov.au

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WEBINAR EVENTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS BY QLD GOV.

July 19th, 2010

Presenting a series of complimentary business development webinars for

business owners across Queensland

A total of 25 webinars on various key business topics will be delivered by industry

experts over the next 12 months. Webinars are targeted to business owners at all

stages of business and will cover the following topics:

Considering a business
Improve your business performance
Attracting new customers to your business
Retaining your profitable customers
Financial management: ‘back to basics’
Financial management: ‘the how to’
Planning your successful business
Business Continuity Planning
Strengthen your business today

What is a webinar?



Webinars are live presentations conducted in ‘real time’. In a webinar

each participant sits in the comfort of their home or workplace and

using their computer is connected to the presenter via the internet.

Webinars bring together a range of industry experts and as an active

participant there is opportunity to ask questions and engage with other participants.

Flexibility


We know that business owners are busy and webinars offer a flexible, engaging way

to learn and network.

When are they taking place?

The first webinars (below) are scheduled for late July.

Improve your business performance Monday 28 July 7.30pm Register now

Each webinar will run for less than an hour and are scheduled during lunch times

(around 12.30pm) and in the evening (around 7.30pm).

If a proposed date clashes with a prior commitment, downloads will be made available

so you can still access the webinar content (however it is strongly advised to attend

the live event where possible).

How much does it cost?

There is no cost, however numbers are limited and bookings are essential.

How do I register?

Find out more information or register for a specific webinar here.

Alternatively, you can call the business hotline on 1300 363 711.

You are welcome to share this information with your business associates, friends

or family who may be interested.

Webinars are presented by the Queensland Government, in conjunction with

The Creative Collective.

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NASA FREE COMPETITION FOR $20,000 – YOUR IDEAS PLEASE

June 23rd, 2010


Dear HENRY:

This is it! Only one week left to enter the 2010 "Create the Future" Design Contest and compete for
$20,000 USD, other great prizes, and global recognition. Submit your innovative product ideas by
next Wednesday, June 30. There is no cost to enter. Visit www.createthefuture2010.com for complete
details.

Engineers, entrepreneurs, and students worldwide are invited to submit team or individual entries
in six categories: Consumer Products; Machinery/Equipment; Medical; Safety & Security; Sustainable
Technologies; and Transportation.

In addition to the $20,000 grand prize competition, first prize winners in each of the six categories
will get an HP workstation. The 10 most popular entries, as voted on by site registrants, will win
a 3D mouse. All qualified entrants will be included in a T-shirt drawing, and the Top 100 entries
overall, as determined by an industry panel of judges, will receive a certificate of achievement
suitable for framing.

Best of all, winning entries will benefit from publicity to business leaders and executives who
could help bring the idea to market.

Hurry! The entry deadline is June 30, 2010 at 11:59 pm ET. Click here to get started:
http://contest.techbriefs.com/getstarted.
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FRASER COAST BUSINESS SURVEY – TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT NOW HERE

June 22nd, 2010

USQ Fraser Coast Business Barometer Survey

The following USQ Fraser Coast Business Barometer survey is the result of collaboration between USQ, Fraser Coast Council, and local Chambers of Commerce.  The goal is to try and gauge the level of business confidence in this region, and the issues most concerning local businesses.  It is the chance for you to have your voice heard amongst the various communities that support and regulate businesses.

We would greatly appreciate your time in giving us your insight into the most pressing business issues facing you right now.  With the Federal election on the horizon, it is also a great opportunity for you to provide feed back through the survey your thoughts regarding the issues the political parties should be tackling.

This is the first USQ Fraser Coast Business Barometer survey to be issued, and follow up surveys are planned to be released every six months.  Your assistance with completing it is very much appreciated, but is completely voluntary.  It is intended to be completed by senior business managers/owners within the Fraser Coast region.  The survey should take between five and ten minutes of your time to complete, and is completely anonymous.  Further instructions and information are contained within the survey itself.  If you have already answered this survey, then please ignore and delete this message.

Follow this link to the Survey:
Take the Survey

Or copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser:
http://usqbusiness.qualtrics.com/WRQualtricsSurveyEngine?Q_SS=6nIbkq95TDi9jCc_1za0J7lnMl9lpn6&_=1

For any questions regarding this survey, please contact Graham Young at the University of Southern Queensland, email address Graham.Young@usq.edu.au, or telephone 4194.3170.

Thank-you for you assistance.

Graham

Graham Young
Lecturer and Campus Coordinator
Faculty of Business
Fraser Coast Campus
University of Southern Queensland

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GET NATIONAL NEWS COVERAGE FOR YOUR FRASER COAST BUSINESS – REGISTER NOW

June 21st, 2010

This is your LAST CHANCE

to register for the

Rachael Bermingham Power-Call

to discover how to INSTANTLY get

national media coverage…

Are you ready to learn the ‘insiders’ secrets?

Would you like to get media coverage to catapult your credibility and business to the next level and INSTANTLY BOOST your sales?

Then join Rachael Bermingham and Ben Angel on Tuesday 22nd June at 10am for this one-time-only Power-Call as they discuss proven strategies for getting vital media coverage and how best to leverage it in your business to convert prospects to clients.

Rachael Bermingham is the author of 5 bestselling books in the last 4 years and is regarded as the #1 female self-published author in Australia and the co-author behind the phenomenally successful 4 Ingredients Cookbook series.

Whether you’re new to attracting media for your business or an experienced pro, this Power-Call will propel your media campaigns to a whole new level of impact and income.

On the Power Call you will learn simple techniques and strategies for getting you and your business into the limelight and how to leverage media to catapult your sales, credibility and get on television and in magazines nationwide, plus;

  • The BIGGEST mistakes people make when trying to get publicity
  • The SECRET to having media knock your door down
  • How to LEVERAGE media to catapult your sales through the roof
  • And, the SINGLE most important thing you must know about getting television exposure

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POWER-CALL: THE POWER OF PUBLICITY
with Ben Angel and special guest Rachael Bermingham
Tuesday June 22nd, 10am – 11am EST.
60 Minute Tele-Seminar That Will Change Your Business Forever!
Learn More & Reserve Your Spot Now

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(CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW – REGISTRATIONS CLOSE TODAY AT MIDNIGHT)

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HOW DO YOU GET FREE PUBLICITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

June 9th, 2010







THE POWER OF PUBLICITY

Why is it that some businesses get publicity easily while others struggle?

What is the most effective way to approach journalists and get in national magazines and papers?

How do you decide which stories to pitch and who to?

These questions and more will be answered by

Rachael Bermingham the author of 5 bestselling books in the last 4 years and regarded as the #1 female self-published author in Australia and the co-author behind the phenomenally successful 4 Ingredients Cookbook series.

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POWER-CALL: THE POWER OF PUBLICITY
with Ben Angel and special guest Rachael Bermingham
Tuesday June 22nd, 11am EST.
Learn More & Reserve Your Spot Now

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On the Power Call you will learn simple techniques and strategies for getting you and your business into the limelight and how to leverage media to catapult your sales, credibility and get on television and in magazines nationwide, plus;

  • The BIGGEST mistakes people make when trying to get publicity
  • The SECRET to having media knock your door down
  • How to LEVERAGE media to catapult your sales through the roof
  • And, the SINGLE most important thing you must know about getting television exposure

(CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW.)

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SPOTLIGHT YOUR BUSINESS @ THE FRASER COAST SOCIAL EVENT OF THE YEAR

June 7th, 2010

Dear Members and Supporters,

Put your business in the Spotlight at the biggest social event  of the Year

LIMITED NUMBER OF SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

Every year tickets to the Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce Ball sell out within days. Every year the Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce Mayoral Ball receives consistent media coverage. Will 2010 be the year you use Hervey Bay’s biggest social event to showcase your business?

The Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce is searching for financial and in-kind assistance to deliver this continuously successful, high impact event.

Sponsors have the opportunity to showcase their business in the local media, event promotion material and in-person at the Ball itself. Attended by some of Hervey Bay’s most active business operators, this sponsorship opportunity ensures key messages are delivered to a knowledgeable and captive audience.

Only a limited number of sponsorship opportunities have been released. As a sponsor, this will ensure your presence is not diluted by competition. However, it also ensures that those who do not act quickly will miss out on this exciting opportunity.
The 2010 Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce Mayoral Ball is set to be held in the Hervey Bay RSL Function Room “Hervey House” on Saturday 9th October. This year the black tie event will take on the vibrancy and excitement of one of the world’s most renowned celebrations. Continuous entertainment by world-renowned performers will leave no room for denying the Ball’s rightful title as the biggest social event of the year.
Please click here to review the sponsorship packages and benefits.
To confirm your sponsorship or enquire about this proposal please do not hesitate to contact me on (07) 4194-4555 or mobile 0407-769-305. Alternatively you can email admin@herveybaychamber.asn.au

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Pam Gregory

Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce

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NEWS FEATURE ON CAMPDRAFT & RODEO SHOW – OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE

June 7th, 2010

FRASER COAST RODEO AND CAMPDRAFT SHOW 2010 – BE HERE

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ANZAC DAY CELEBRATION FREE PHOTOS AVAILABLE HERE

April 25th, 2010


AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND ARMY CORP

My very small contribution to those gallant men and women who have served or are serving our country.These photos which I had taken on the morning of the 25th April 2010 @ Howard Queensland Australia are available to download for any persons who wish to avail themselves of memories of this event and what it represents.

Distinguished guests mingled with the community and we were all as one humbled by a common thread to honour the fallen

Regards
Henry Sapiecha

PH-0741290152
M-0411896524

LEST WE FORGET

Director
Wide Bay District Developments Pty Ltd
Mearcon Developments Pty Ltd
QHL Queensland House and Land

View and download the photos here

www.frasercoastcentral.com.au

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TOURISM INDUSTRY FORUM HIGH PROFILE SPEAKERS FOR 2010

April 23rd, 2010

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2010 Tourism Industry Forum

Building a Sustainable Future
Join the
Federal Shadow Minister for Tourism, Steve Ciobo and John Anderson, founder of Contiki Tours along with other industry experts and gain specialist knowledge on Maximising Resources, Tourism Tends and Initiatives, Economic Development, Infrastructure and Investment.

Other keynote speakers include:

  • Matt Hingerty (Managing Director – ATEC)
  • Nathalie Hesse (Head of Markets QLD – NAB)
  • Julie Sloan (Director – Workforce Planning Australia)
Date: Tuesday 18th May 2010
Venue: Peppers Pier Resort / Pier Restaurant
Forum: 8.15 am to 2.30 pm
Lunch: 12.30 pm – Pier Restaurant
Tickets: FCSBT Members $55 per person

Non-FCSB Members $155 per person

Price includes Forum and Morning Tea, along with a fantastic Lunch at the Pier Restaurant

Terms & Conditions

  1. Member priced tickets must only be used by members and are non transferable.
  2. Names must be provided for tickets.
  3. 50% refunds will be provided on cancellation prior to 14th May 2010.  On or after 14th May no refund is applicable.

Proudly sponsors by our Industry Partners

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