CENTRELINK EXPO FREE FOR EMPLOYERS AND PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES
A message from Centrelink
I would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation for your company to attend an upcoming Centrelink Jobs and Skills Expo. The event is 100% free and details about the Expo can be found below.
Centrelink is holding a series of Expos across Australia as part of the Australian Government’s Nation Building Economic Stimulus Plan. The Centrelink Jobs and Skills Expos support the ‘Keep Australia Working’ initiative, an Australia wide federal government strategy supporting Australian jobs and industry.
The Centrelink Jobs and Skills Expo is intended to provide a vehicle for employers, industry groups, recruitment and training providers, and other key stakeholders, to participate in a local community event that provides people with access to job vacancies, information about options that enhance employability, training opportunities, as well as information about other related local support services.
This will be a great opportunity for employers to promote and effectively fill job vacancies for all job types – a real ‘Jobs Marketplace’.
The event will be extensively publicised, and all local job seekers will be issued with a personal invitation to attend. Centrelink is working with the Local News to maximise public awareness of the Keep Australia Working Jobs and Skills Expos. Sales representatives of local news may contact you to offer advertising space in a special Jobs Expo supplement which Centrelink will be supplying with editorial information about the expo. It is important to note that you are under no obligation to purchase advertising in this supplement.
To date Centrelink has coordinated 30 Expos around Australia with over 130,000 Job Seekers and well over 2000 Exhibitors attending.
The schedule for southern Queensland is:
· Fraser Coast – Friday 19 November – Wide Bay Institute of TAFE 45 – 97 Urraween Road, Pialba
· Gympie – Wednesday 24 November – The Pavilion, Gympie Showgrounds, Gympie
· Caboolture – Friday 10 December – Morayfield Park Leisure Centre, 298 Morayfield Road
As an Exhibitor you’ll be provided with free display space, including table, chairs, signage, and a light lunch.
Please CLICK HERE to download a Registration Form for the Expo to be held on the Fraser Coast on 19 November 2010. Please complete and return the form as soon as possible. If you are interested in attending other Expos, please indicate which one/s in your response.
You can also find additional information about the Expos at www.centrelink.gov.au Regards,
Jayne Ross,
Manager,
Hervey Bay
Centrelink
Ph: 4125 9030
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BUSINESS STALWARTS OF MARYBOROUGH MAKE SUGGESTIONS TO IMPROVE CITY CENTRE
Maryborough CBD Renewal Update
Following our General Business Community CBD Renewal Meeting held 13 August 2010, and workshop previously held which was conducted by newly elected Marketing Committee members, this workshop has developed a ‘working document’ that has formed the basis of our Marketing Plan. Serving also as a reference guide, this document should be ‘dynamic’ in nature in order to capture ongoing inputs from future forums and discussions.
I would like to acknowledge:
- Vince Rovere (Operational Manager, TOAST Espresso Bar),
- Andrew Brien (Chief Executive Officer, Fraser Coast Council)
- Lisa Desmond (Director, Organisational Services, Fraser Coast Council)
- Councillor Gerard O’Connell (Fraser Coast Council)
- Bridget Edwards (DEEDI)
- Guy Meredith (Principal Ray White Maryborough) and
- Anne Maddern (Maddern Valuers)
Who were able to complete such a comprehensive marketing plan in a very short timeframe – well done!
I would also like to acknowledge Executive Team that consists of the following people:
- Councillor Gerard O’Connell (Fraser Coast Council)
- Andrew Butkis (Principal, Zip Print, Maryborough)
- Anne Proctor (Anne’s Lingerie, Maryborough)
- Jason Town (Manager, ANZ Maryborough)
- Alan Wetton (Principal, LJ Hooker, Maryborough)
- Vince Rovere (Operational Manager, TOAST Espresso Bar)
- Guy Meredith (Principal, Ray White, Maryborough)
Who have been vital to the successful progression of the CBD Renewal Plan.
There are 2 parts to the Initial Phase of the ‘CBD Renewal Plan’.
1.Make a Priority List of the actions, strategies that we should attend to first in relation to aesthetics, infrastructure, communication, team and pride building, and building positive networks.
We have listed strategies / objectives to be achieved in Priority Order from 1 to 9 at our recent CBD Executive Meeting held Friday 27 August, 2010. An overall timeframe and responsible authorities will now be attributed to each objective assigned in Priority Order.
2. Develop a simplified research project that can be actioned and deliver a report within a one to two month period. This will identify all actions and strategies relevant to the CBD of Maryborough’s message communication, branding and positioning and will be addressed within the same timeframe as Phase 1.
By the end of the first timeframe (e.g. 3 to 6 months), we should be in a position to move into the execution phase of the Key Strategies in our plan. This will require some investment from Fraser Coast Council, local government and private business. However, assuming the successful completion of the first phase of the CBD Renewal Plan, we should have a more positive and willing group of key stakeholders than would currently be the case.
9 Key Strategies have been proposed and elected in Priority Order from 1 to 9. These key strategies range from ‘incentive programs to identifying key aesthetic issues and developing rectification plans that can be actioned quickly’. The key strategies outline and incorporate all key tasks previously identified in establishment stages of CBD Renewal Plan. These strategies are very exciting and vital for the progression of Maryborough’s CBD.
We will now be working closely with Fraser Coast Council, local government, and local business (individual business owners) to facilitate and coordinate relevant objectives to be achieved in a reasonable timeframe.
We are very grateful to have received great support by our Local Council. At a recent executive meeting held Friday 17 September 2010, it was agreed that Council will provide assistance and are committed to working with the CBD Renewal Group on the 9 Priority Projects.
Council has formed an internal “CBD Taskforce Project Team” consisting of the Executive, Planning, and Engineering and Economic Development staff to undertake the following tasks:
Strategy 1 – Define “CBD” area
The Council Project Team is presently reviewing and confirming the Precincts identified in the Maryborough City Centre Development Strategy commissioned by the Maryborough City Council. This process involves collecting existing business uses and identifying vacant shops within each of the identified Precincts. These identified “Precincts”, will underpin the new planning scheme and assist in development within those precincts.
Following this it is then proposed that a meeting be organised with Council’s marketing team and the CBD Executive to discuss branding and consistent marketing strategies for the CBD and its “Precincts”.
Strategy 2 – Identify key aesthetic issues and develop rectification plan
Council has finalised plans for the replanting of garden beds etc within the CBD including cleaning of footpaths. This work is scheduled to be undertaken over 3 weekends during October.
This would be a great opportunity to organise a “Spring Clean Maryborough CBD” day with Business Operators, the Council and the community. Council has offered assistance with the provision of minor equipment (pressure cleaners etc); skip bins etc and depending on the interest from Business Owners the CBD may need to be closed.
A sausage sizzle could be organised for all involved. Any aesthetic issues should be identified prior to this day to ensure that tasks are co-ordinated and completed.
It has been decided a ‘Clean up Maryborough CBD Day’ will be held 14 November 2010 in the Maryborough CBD. Action steps are:
- Tree Pruning (Kent Street Trees)
- Public Clean up (Gerneying footpaths, gutters, shopfronts)
- Window and Glass Cleaning (All shopfronts)
- General Cleaning
- Small Renovations
All business owners are encouraged to participate in this day. To record your interest and participation, please RSVP to lisa.desmond@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or call (07) 4197 4457 to confirm your attendance.
We NEED YOUR SUPPORT to ensure this great step forward is a large success!
Strategy 5 – Incentive programs
Council will investigate options for incentive programs that will encourage the updating and repair of facades/awnings. Part of this will include sourcing material prepared by the previous Maryborough City Council regarding style guide and affordable facade refurbishments. In addition to this investigation will be undertaken on potential Development Concessions for businesses establishing or operating within the ”Defined Precinct” areas.
Strategy 6 – CBD Pedestrian Friendly
Council is currently working on a proposal for a pedestrian friendly CBD area within Kent/Bazaar/Adelaide and improved linkages between the “Precincts”. This will include a review of car parking. The scope of this project will depend on funding availability and further consideration by Council however when the concepts are finalised and approved by Council these will be submitted to the CBD Renewal Group for further input and discussion.
Strategies 3, 4, 7, 8 and 9 will be issued for publication in the very near future.
The Key strategies identified in the CBD Renewal Plan will be approached in Priority Order so we will see successful change step by step, ensuring we create a positive environment for the growth of investment and commerce leading to the revitalisation of the Central Burnett District of Maryborough.
As Ernesto Sirolli once wrote, ‘the message is that person centred, responsive economic development works. When a community can help motivated people succeed, the motivation spreads’
‘The future of every community lies in capturing the energy, imagination, intelligence and passion of its people’
Progress is and will continue to be made.
Many thanks,
Regards,
Daniel Sanderson
CBD Renewal Chair, Maryborough Chamber of Commerce
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LATEST GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGIES IN ENERGY WASTE AND WATER SUMMIT FOR YOUR BUSINESS
18 November 2010
Industrial Eco-efficiencies
Hear from technology users and local business case studies about their experiences with energy efficiency, waste management and retrofitting. Find out what business assistance schemes are available to your business. Visit the trade display area and find out about today’s most innovative, best practice sustainable technologies and services.
Who should attend?
- Small to medium sized industrial businesses
- Manufacturers
- Consultants
- Academic and research organisations
?WHEN-Thursday 18 November 2010
TIME-9:00am – 1:00pm (registration open from 8:30am)
VENUE-Pine Rivers Memorial Bowls Club
Cnr Sparkes & Francis Rd, Bray Park
Click here for a map of the venue
COST-$44 (incl. GST)
Register Here Before: 2pm, Monday 15 November 2010
CONTACT-qwestnet.info@derm.qld.gov.au
or phone (07) 3330 5433
QWESTNet is an initiative of the Department of Environment and Resource Management to accelerate the use of sustainable water and energy technologies and environmental best practice for business in Queensland.
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BUSINESS BRIEFING BY BRISBANE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
SPECIAL BRIEFING
DATE THURSDAY, 28 OCTOBER
2010
TIME 7:00am for 7:15 start
Breakfast will be served
VENUE Queensland Tennis Centre,
(Pat Rafter Arena)
190 King Arthur Terrace
Tennyson, QLD 4105
SPEAKERS Mike Traynor Partner
RSVP 26/10/2010
COST $35 Members
$40 Non Members
business briefing PP SWCC Web flyer_02
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NATIONAL BANK SPEAKER @ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BREAKFAST. DON'T MISS THIS.
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Dear Members and Guests,
NOTE: THIS BREAKFAST IS NEXT WEEK Speaker: Spiros Papadopoulos
Spiros joined National Australia Bank in 1996. In 2000 he moved to the UK, where he was the Senior Economist in the NAB’s dealing room in London. Spiros returned to Melbourne in 2001 to take up his current role. Prior to joining National Australia Bank, Spiros worked at the Reserve Bank of Australia, in various roles in their Economic Analysis Group. Spiros is also involved with Kaplan Education, where he sits on the Taskforce Committee for the Economics subjects.
PRE-PAYMENT OF CHAMBER BREAKFASTS NOW BEING ACCEPTED DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM AND PAY BY CREDIT CARD OR EFT.
Please RSVP before close of business Monday, 18 October, 2010 Click Here to RSVP (if you wish to pay at the door)
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FRASER COAST BUSINESSES CAN FORM CLIMATE SMART CLUSTERS
ClimateSmart Business Clusters –
Expressions of Interest Close 17 November
The ClimateSmart Business Cluster Program helps Queensland small and medium business lower greenhouse gas emissions, save on energy, water, materials and waste, and reduce business costs.
Since the program commenced in 2009, 60 Clusters consisting of over 1000 businesses from Brisbane to Cairns and out to Longreach, have participated. Business Clusters provide a forum for business groups to work together, grow and conduct business in cleaner ways. A Cluster Leader will motivate, improve knowledge and assist participants to reduce business costs by improving eco-efficiency.
Funding of $10,000 is available for approved clusters. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Cluster Leader read the fact sheet or email the Clusters team at business.clusters@derm.qld.gov.au
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THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL REPORT ON COMMUNITY SERVICES AND AGED CARE
IF YOU ARE INVOLVED WITH COMMUNITY SERVICES OR AGED CARE
YOU NEED TO ACCESS THE LATEST GOVERNMENT PAPER
Access your copy here now
national report AUST AGED & COMMUNTY SERVICES 2010
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GET KNOWN IN BUSINESS @ HERVEY BAY FRASER COAST QUEENSLAND
BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT @ HERVEY BAY
TO BE HELD AT THE KONDARI RESORT. BE THERE & ENJOY.
Hi there,
We’re getting together for some fun and networking on Friday 15th October at the Kondari. Sponsors this month include Bendigo Bank and Fraser Coast Parasailing. Hope to see you there as usual 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Gold Coin donation. You can find out more about our sponsors by checking out the Business Hervey Bay website and clicking on their names. Please forward this email on to anyone you know who is in business and would like to network with us. Cheers.
Find out about this months Business Hervey Bay
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CENTRELINK JOB EXPO TO BE HELD IN HERVEY BAY QLD
JOB EXPO FOR AUSTRALIA WIDE EMPLOYERS
I would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation for your company to attend the upcoming Centrelink Jobs Expo. The event is 100% free and details about the Expo can be found below.
Centrelink is holding a series of Jobs Expos across Australia as part of the Australian Government’s Nation Building Economic Stimulus Plan. The Centrelink Jobs Expos support the ‘Keep Australia Working’ initiative, an Australia wide federal government strategy supporting Australian jobs and industry.
The Centrelink Jobs Expo is intended to provide a vehicle for employers, industry groups, recruitment and training providers, and other key stakeholders, to participate in a local community event that provides people with access to job vacancies, information about options that enhance employability, training opportunities, as well as information about other related local support services.
This will be a great opportunity for employers to promote and effectively fill job vacancies for all job types – a real ‘Jobs Marketplace’.
To date Centrelink has coordinated 30 Jobs Expos around Australia with over 130, 000 Job Seekers and well over 2000 Exhibitors attending.
The Centrelink Jobs Expo schedule is as follows ;
- QLD – Hervey Bay – Friday 19 November – Wide Bay Institute of TAFE 45 – 97 Urraween Road, Pialba
The schedule for southern Queensland is:
· Fraser Coast – Friday 19 November – Wide Bay Institute of TAFE 45 – 97 Urraween Road, Pialba
· Gympie – Wednesday 24 November – The Pavilion, Gympie Showgrounds, Gympie
· Caboolture – Friday 10 December – Morayfield Park Leisure Centre, 298 Morayfield Road
As an Exhibitor you’ll be provided with free display space, including table, chairs, signage, and a light lunch.
If you could indicate your interest ASAP via return email on the attached Registration form it would be much appreciated.
You can also find additional information about the Expos at www.centrelink.gov.au
In the interim, if you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact me.
Ryan Wickson
Exhibitor & Jobs Coordination
Centrelink Jobs Expo
Education, Employment & Support Programmes
Outposted NSO, Collins Street Melbourne
W: (03) 9963 4404
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FILIPINO DANCING @ THE FRASER COAST CULTURAL EVENT
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