Bamaga Enterprises Ltd in Bamaga, Queensland | Community organisation

Bamaga Enterprises Ltd

Locality: Bamaga, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4069 3533

Address: 180 Adidi Street Bamaga, QLD, Australia

Website: https://www.bament.com.au/

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25.01.2022 It's nearly time to vote! Make your vote count. BEL has put together a special election edition newsletter to help you understand the views and experience of each candidate standing for Bamaga Councillor. Read the BEL Bulletin Election Edition for more information here: https://www.bament.com.au/news/

24.01.2022 We thank you for your support of Cape York Peninsula Lodge's first take-away initiative. We realise there were teething issues and we thank all those who were waiting patiently. The team at the Lodge looks forward to bringing you another great menu from around the world next Thursday and will work on streamlining the process in the meantime, while ensuring we abide by the new COVID-19 regulations. We encourage everyone to phone their orders through ahead, but you can still walk in and order on the spot, subject to there being 1 person per 4 square metres and social distancing requirements maintained.

23.01.2022 Thanks to indigenous.gov.au for their support of our organisation and community

23.01.2022 How do not-for-profit businesses like Bamaga Enterprises benefit the community? Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) has created this insightful video that dives deeper into the many ways we’re serving the community. Join our Chairperson, Robert Poipoi, as he explains how BEL is creating jobs now and for future generations, his vision to attract more tourism to the region, and why BEL has invested in IBA’S Indigenous Prosperity Fund and Indigenous Real Estate Investment Trust.... We’re also grateful to IBA after receiving its $100,000 grant/loan as part of IBA’s COVID Business Relief Package. You can learn more about the IBA here: https://www.iba.gov.au Watch the video below, you might just see a few familiar faces pop up. Tag them in the comments below and tell them they're a star! VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcNT5FIFB60

22.01.2022 This week the entire nation is celebrating the rich culture, heritage and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the country. How are you celebrating NAIDOC week? Head to this page NAIDOC (National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee) Week for some virtual activities and inspirational stories being shared throughout. Or visit www.naidoc.org.au to learn more.... Here are more ideas to celebrate with your family, friends, colleagues or community: Write a letter to Indigenous role models you admire telling them how much you enjoy their work. Listen to Indigenous musicians. Watch a movie or TV series produced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers. Buy a subscription to an Aboriginal-owned or led newspaper, such as Koori Mail. Write a letter to your local MP requesting greater Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation in State or Federal Parliament. Say 'g'day' and get to know your local mob

22.01.2022 Catch our General Manager, Chris Foord, on Radio '4 Meriba Wakai' (4MW) - 1260am this morning (27 August) between 11 and midday!Catch our General Manager, Chris Foord, on Radio '4 Meriba Wakai' (4MW) - 1260am this morning (27 August) between 11 and midday!

22.01.2022 Wishing everyone a happy and safe Easter. Stay connected - even if you’re physically distant - and enjoy some time off to smell the flowers.

21.01.2022 Feast your eyes on the new menu at Cape York Peninsula Lodge

20.01.2022 Bamaga local, Thomas Reuben, is looking forward to starting his own plumbing business thanks to some help from a $1000 donation from BEL. The funding will be used for IT hardware to help with business administration. Through our Socio Support policy we provide business and training sponsorships to community members, including assistance towards the cost of business certificates, course fees, equipment, licenses and administration set up costs. For more information on our comm...unity sponsorships head to: https://www.bament.com.au/sponsorships-donations/ [Image description: close up shot of a young man smiling at the camera, dressed in a bright yellow trade polo shirt.]

19.01.2022 So much has been happening over summer in Bamaga and the NPA. Read our current edition of The BEL Bulletin for all the latest news:

18.01.2022 A message from Robert Poi Poi, Chairperson of Bamaga Enterprises Ltd (BEL): I’m concerned about the rumours and misinformation flying around at the moment regarding BEL’s General Manager, Chris Foord. Mr Foord has followed all government directives and advice that allows all Australians to return to their home when returning from overseas. ... It also allows that those involved in essential services can travel within Australia. As BEL’s General Manager, Mr Foord oversees all our operations including the provision of fuel, food and accommodation, as well as the provision of financial support for community members in need. Mr Foord has complied with all health requirements when entering the country; as a precaution, airline staff ensured he was seated at a great distance from other passengers, and he and his luggage went straight to his car from the aeroplane. Mr Foord is now in self-isolation in his home for 14 days as per Government advice: All people who arrive in Australia from midnight 15 March 2020 are required to self-isolate for 14 days. We are happy to report Mr Foord is fit and healthy and currently working from home to help the organisation adapt to last night’s announcement from the Federal Government we will advise how BEL will be adapting to these changes in the coming days. This is a time when the community needs to come together to support each other, and to ensure that on the practical side, all our necessary services and needs are met. Thank you.

18.01.2022 Isn't it great to see another young spark working hard to achieve a dream? Earlier this year, Kendolyn Williams was awarded a $1000 scholarship to assist her in completing a Certificate III in Business at Barrington College in Brisbane. Congratulations Kendolyn, we wish you all the best.

15.01.2022 An important update from Cape York Peninsula Lodge: Even when trading normally, Cape York Peninsula Lodge is still, at best, a break-even/loss-making operation. Bamaga Enterprises Ltd (BEL) cross subsidises the Lodge from its other operations as a community service. Without the Lodge, no quality accommodation facility would be available for government representatives, corporate travellers, tour groups and other visitors. ... With the lock down of the community due to COVID-19, Cape York Peninsula Lodge presently has no guests except essential health workers. Currently, all indications suggest that it is almost certain that there will be no tourist season in 2020, which will significantly affect revenue and profit. For now, BEL will continue to keep the Lodge operating, albeit with reduced staffing and services, as part of its commitment to providing an important community service especially for essential workers visiting the NPA. BEL has stepped up its support for the community by now offering a 50% discount on all its rooms for guests who have to self quarantine/self isolate at the Lodge because of COVID-19 regulations. For further information, head here: https://mailchi.mp/ba/update-from-cape-york-peninsula-lodge

15.01.2022 We're so proud to have Cape York Peninsula Lodge in the running for the Queensland Tourism Awards RACQ People's Choice Category, presented by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. And we'd love your vote! The last 18 months have not been easy for most businesses, so it's encouraging to see the Lodge recognised alongside 19 other tourism products in Tropical North Queensland. Have you had a great experience at the Lodge? Vote for Cape York Peninsula Lodge and go in the run...ning to win one of five $1,000 Repco gift cards! Vote here >> https://www.racq.com.au//peoples-choice-tour/accommodation

15.01.2022 Tonight's the night! We're looking forward to our front bar re-opening tonight. We will be able to have up to 50 guests at a time, and of course we'll need to observe social distancing too (keeping 1.5m apart). Our drive-through bottle shop will also be running as normal. Our new trading hours are below and we're hoping to have the Bistro re-open later this month.... See you down at the Tavern for some good company.

13.01.2022 Sun’s out, guns out! We’re wishing the very best of luck to everyone taking part in this weekend’s Steel Fitness Bamaga challenge! We’re hoping to see lots of Personal Bests smashed on the court. We’re proud to have contributed $1,000 towards the challenge, as it’s so important to have a healthy and strong community with great muscle definition.... Lift big and keep safe, Team Bamaga

13.01.2022 CrossFit is coming to Bamaga! Local gym manager, Tanu Poipoi, will soon be a qualified CrossFit trainer after receiving a sponsorship from BEL. Passionate about exercise, Mr Poipoi decided to undertake his CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course so he could help train others in the community to live a fit and healthy life. We look forward to learning some new workouts. Pictured here from left to right is Lea-ann Mears, Leandra Newman and Tanu Poipoi.... Through our Socio Support policy we provide business and training sponsorships to community members, including assistance towards the cost of business certificates, course fees, equipment, licenses and administration set up costs. For more information on our community sponsorships head to: https://www.bament.com.au/sponsorships-donations/ [Image description: two smiling ladies and a man dressed in gym gear stand beside gym equipment.]

13.01.2022 Catch our Chairman, Robert PoiPoi, on Radio '4 Meriba Wakai' (4MW) - 1260am (TSIMA Radio) tomorrow morning (Mon 23rd Nov) between 9 - 11 am!

12.01.2022 BEL supported Meun Nona-Lifu to play at the Under 18 Queensland School Boys Rugby League State trials, held at Kawana Oval on the Sunshine Coast from 22 to 25 May. The four-day round robin allowed up-and-coming talent to put their skills on show in front of potential recruiters. Pictured here is Meun (far right) with teammates Tamanah Bond (left) and Alwyn Bond (middle). Through our Socio Support policy we provide sporting and recreational sponsorships to community members, ...including donations towards the cost of sports uniforms, equipment and travel expenses for state and national sport representation. For more information on our community sponsorships head to: https://www.bament.com.au/sponsorships-donations/ [Image description: three young men in pale blue sports uniforms standing side by side.]

12.01.2022 Today is World Children's Day; a day to promote awareness and improvement of children's welfare worldwide. Bamaga Enterprises is committed to supporting the children of our region by regularly providing funding and sponsorships for student uniforms, scholarships, sports activities and excursions. In March this year BEL was pleased to provide financial assistance for 25 students from the NPA State College to represent the Cape and Torres region in the 2020 Peninsula Rugby League Regional Championship in Cairns.

11.01.2022 Want to keep informed on all of Bamaga Enterprises activities? Sign up to our e-newsletter and receive a digital copy of the BEL Bulletin each quarter. View previous editions via our website below, or sign up at the very bottom of the page by submitting your email address.... Sign up now and receive the spring edition straight to your inbox.

11.01.2022 Today is the last day to apply for a role with the amazing team at Bamaga BP. Go for it!

11.01.2022 The Tavern is back! It’s been three long months but finally we’re re-opening our front bar from Wednesday 15 July. Our trading hours will be more limited than usual and there will be some COVID-19 spacing rules (see below), but we welcome you to come down and enjoy the atmosphere! Our drive-through bottle shop will be running as normal. ... We’re planning to have our Bistro area back in action later this month once some minor renovations are completed, so watch this space! **New Trading Hours From 15 July 2020** Mon - Tues: Midday - 7pm (Drive-Thru); 5pm - 7pm (front bar) Wed - Sat: Midday - 9pm (Drive-Thru); 5pm - 9pm (front bar) **COVID-19 Safety Plan** * We can accommodate up to 50 customers at a time in the front bar. * Guests should observe social distancing and keep 1.5m apart. * Guests will need to write their contact details in a log book at the entrance. These details will be used to contact you if there is any required contact tracing connected to the Tavern. * We ask guests to pay using EFTPOS/payWave to minimise physical contact. See you down at the Tavern CORRECTION: The Keno and pool table won't be available unfortunately. Apologies for any inconvenience.

11.01.2022 No need to cook tonight - just call the Lodge.

10.01.2022 An important update from the team at Bamaga Enterprises Ltd (BEL): We are currently living in uncertain times with events evolving rapidly so much so that by the time you read this, the COVID-19 coronavirus situation may have again changed. BEL providing essential services to the community, we are closely monitoring this situation.... The new rules from the Australian Government Department of Health mean pubs, registered and licensed clubs can no longer operate until further notice. This impacts Bamaga Tavern. Restaurants and cafés will be restricted to takeaway and/or home delivery, which impacts both Bamaga Tavern and Cape York Peninsula Lodge. At this stage our BP Bamaga Service Station is operating fully, however we do need to abide by the 1 person per 4 square metres rule across all our operations. Please see our operations’ individual Facebook pages for further detail. To ensure BEL remains financially viable and can continue its important community work, like all companies across Australia, we are having to make difficult decisions regarding staff. This includes reducing or cutting hours completely for casual staff and reallocating full time staff to these duties. Fortunately, Centrelink has made new provisions for unemployed people during this time. Our Socio Support Policy provides for community members in necessitous circumstances and we will continue to assess whether residents of Bamaga are managing with existing government support programs. The Policy also allows for donations related to medical assistance. Like everyone else, BEL staff will be working in a stressful environment, so we encourage everyone in the NPA to be respectful of and support each other during this difficult time.

10.01.2022 We're proud to have Cape York Peninsula Lodge providing a two-year hospitality traineeship for local 19-year-old Ujuaney Amey. She began the program in May 2019 for her Certificate III in Hospitality through TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus, after responding to a BEL advertisement. Head here to read more about her story plus other news on CYPL.

09.01.2022 We're excited to announce that the restaurant at Cape York Peninsula Lodge is re-opening for sit-down dining this Thursday 2 July. Book now to avoid disappointment!

08.01.2022 More photos from Cape York Peninsula Lodge’s 20th Anniversary.

06.01.2022 Need some more light reading material? Our favourite regional travel in-flight magazines have gone digital. Even while grounded ourselves, we encourage anyone wanting a good read during lock-down to check out these great publications. Bamaga Enterprises is nicely featured in the True Blue magazine and Alliance Airlines editions. We hope to see Regional Express Airlines back in our local skies as soon as it is safe to do so.... Truly Aus

06.01.2022 An update on our General Manager, Chris Foord: he has now completed his 14-day self isolation and is happy and healthy. Mr Foord says he’s looking forward to taking his daily walk in the bush again and enjoying the sun and fresh air.

05.01.2022 News Cape York Peninsula Lodge is looking like a piece of paradise after its garden makeover. The grounds at Cape York Peninsula Lodge have seen a complete refresh during the quiet COVID-19 period with $20,000 worth of plants beautifying the property.... Works also include new copper logs surrounding the garden beds, replacement pavers along the footpaths and new decks and balustrades for rooms 1 to 15. The makeover is the last stage in the complete renovation and refresh of the Lodge over the past four years.

05.01.2022 Here's a great playlist to commemorate NAIDOC week as Australia continues to celebrate Indigenous culture. Who's your favourite Indigenous artist?

03.01.2022 The autumn issue of The BEL Bulletin is now available online! Check it out via the link below for some great stories around Bamaga, including coronavirus updates and an interview with BEL director, Ibuai Jacob. https://bit.ly/2MXi6BR

02.01.2022 He may not have Elvis’ moves, but our General Manager, Chris Foord, has been feeling a lot like Elvis this week as people have been claiming to have spotted him all over the place! From the Rural Transaction Building and IBIS, to Thursday Island, rumours are flying around that Mr Foord has breached his self-isolation period following overseas travel. We’d like to again reassure you that Mr Foord has not stepped off his property since he returned, and outside of long, home-based work hours, is lamenting the lack of sports on TV at the moment. Five days on, he's feeling fit and healthy - nine to go. We repeat, Elvis has NOT left the building!

01.01.2022 We celebrated Cape York Peninsula Lodge's 20th anniversary last week! 20 years ago the old Bamaga hospital was demolished and Bamaga Island Council spent more than $1 million converting it into the Resort Bamaga - later renamed as 'Cape York Peninsula Lodge'. Today, under the management of Bamaga Enterprises, The Lodge has seen further redevelopment and services 44 accommodation rooms, employing up to 15 local staff members.... To celebrate 20 years, we welcomed community Elders and locals for a special commemorative dinner and traditional dance performance. Reg Williams, who originally opened the property, dedicated a new plaque at the special occasion. Isn't it great to see how far The Lodge has come? What are your special memories of that location?

01.01.2022 Need to refuel? BP Bamaga Service Station is more than just a service station. Open every day and with a Café and mini-mart onsite, it’s easy and convenient to stock up and refuel at our BP. The BP Bamaga Café serves up a large range of food throughout the week. Hot food options include an array of grab-and-go favourites including dim sims, crab claws, seafood sticks, chips, hot dogs and the always popular ‘hot and spicy chicken’. Or for an afternoon pick-me-up you might ch...oose coffee and gourmet cake. Fresh food items such as sandwiches, salads, breakfast toasties, fruit salad, and bacon and egg rolls are made fresh and delivered to the café daily by the team at Cape York Peninsula Lodge. In the evening, the popular menu options sell out fast you can sink their teeth into a beef or chicken burger, fish ‘n’ chips, seafood basket, chicken and chips or a selection of delicious pizzas. [Image description: A smiling woman scooping hot food out of a bain-marie.]