Port Macquarie Chamber of Commerce in Port Macquarie, New South Wales | Business centre

Port Macquarie Chamber of Commerce

Locality: Port Macquarie, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6583 4412

Address: Suite 2, Level 1, 31-33 Horton St 2444 Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.portchamber.com.au

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25.01.2022 So you've been nominated, now what? The cut off date for submissions is fast approaching...and you may be wondering where to start? Kellon Beard, board member of the Chamber, who also represents Business NSW gives us a few tips.... Click on the link for the website, the buttons to enter or nominate are right there on the home page. https://www.portchamber.com.au

24.01.2022 Meet Board member - Janette Hyde If you have been around the town for any length of time, you will have met Janette, who had been a voice for local tourism for decades. We recently caught up with Janette to ask about tourism in our local region during 2020, how is our region going?... This is what Janette had to say... We're fairing extremely well. As soon as the travel ban was lifted the long-weekend in June, it was like Christmas and we were all on tenterhooks because of COVID. The region went through that with flying colours. Then July school holidays came and that was another Christmas. And this September, October school holidays, has been similar. We're not exclusive to these types of results, up and down the coast they've been well serviced by the tourists. Janette said 'because we're four hours from Sydney, a lot of people made this their base, meaning the tourists stayed in the region and did day trips to other locations on the mid-north coast. Janette mentioned another interesting point on our tourists, they used to either live here or holiday here as children 'Oh, I used to holiday there. I'll go up and have another look at it', re-discovered is a good way to view it. Not only that, there is a diversity of options with accommodation, tourist attractions not to mention all the wineries, the coastal walk, the walks and attractions the hinterland. Congratulations to all our tourist and hospitality members, and making us a destination of choice for the intra-state travellers.

24.01.2022 Recently we caught up with Russell Stockham CEO of Panthers. Once again the 2021 Coastline Credit Union Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards will be held at Panthers Port Macquarie...make sure you keep the 31st July 2021 free!! As a major sponsor Panthers will be presenting two awards, the first being the Automotive Services award which includes new and used sales, repairers, towing, servicing, parts & accessories along with hire and leasing.... The second award being presented by Panthers is the prestigious 'Outstanding Business Leader' Excellence Award. This award recognises an inspirational business leader aged 36 years or over who has demonstrated a commitment to their workplace, industry and community through leadership whilst providing mentorship to others. https://www.portchamber.com.au/

23.01.2022 Each year we asked why should a business enter the business awards. The Insider Tip series will be answering this question and more. How to choose the right category for your business?... Port Chamber caught up with board member Alex Glen Holmes to talk about this very thing. This is what Alex had to say.

21.01.2022 Great Coffee, Great people... thanks for a relaxing meeting!

21.01.2022 Please join us to congratulate Fastplast Building Supplies for being inducted into the Hall of Fame for the 2021 Coastline Credit Union Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards. They are a locally owned and operated supplier of quality building products. Their mission is to help you BUILD WITH SERVICE, this is not just a statement but something the team all live and breathe.... Mark Wilson caught up with Shaun Abbott, Managing Director of FastPlast Building Supplies to discuss their fantastic achievment.

21.01.2022 With Christmas fast approaching, we would like to mention the hours of operation over the festive season. The Port Chamber Office will be closed from Friday 18th December and we return Monday 4th January. Wishing you all a fantastic December, as we head into what is shaping up to be a successful summer season here on the mid-north coast.

20.01.2022 It was fantastic to catch up with Claire Mathews from Colourworks recently, they are the sponsor for the Professional & Business Services (5 or less employees) local business award category. If you are or know someone who is a Consultant, Business Coach, IT services, Lawyers, Solicitors, Conveyancing, Insurances Agencies, and Advisors with a local or external based head office, this is for you. Yes, you can nominate somone who runs an office for a business from somwhere else,... not just locally owned. Thanks Claire for your time, it was great to catch up with you and hear how Colourworks is so supportive of our local community. Click on the link for the website, the buttons to enter or nominate are right there on the home page. https://www.portchamber.com.au/

20.01.2022 Another cracking day at the Port Macquarie Golf Club with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Port Macquarie Chamber of commerce Golf day on Monday. Fantastic weather, great company, and an absolutely riveting presentation from Aussie Liverpool soccer legend Craig Johnston, over a fantastic meal supplied by the crew at the Sovereign Place Juice Box. Many thanks to our event sponsors JR Richards & Sons; and our many hole sponsors and players who contributed to a very worthy cause. See you again in November!

19.01.2022 How to make the most of your membership with the Chamber? Great question. Check out what Simon Bank from Webstudio had to say about membership and getting the most from being a part of the Chamber.

17.01.2022 Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Centre's across NSW need 2,400 people to roll up their sleeves and donate blood between 24 December and 3 January. Let’s do our bit in Port Macquarie call 13 14 95 or go to donateblood.com.au and give the Gift of Life this Christmas.

17.01.2022 Not sure how to register for the 2021 Coastline Credit Union Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards? Simon from Webstudio who helps us with the website and entry portal explains. Watch the video for all the details.... Click on the link for the website, the buttons to enter or nominate are right there on the home page. https://www.portchamber.com.au/

16.01.2022 Annual Port Chamber Golf Day We are thrilled to announce this year’s Golf Day will be held at the Port Macquarie Golf Club Monday, 23 November 2020. The golf day will be an 18 Hole, four-person Ambrose, with tee off between 9am-11am with a BBQ lunch from 1130am and presentation dinner following the golf at 530pm, with special guest Matt Parsons, Mike Rabbitt & Richard Jones. ... Hole sponsorships along with Gold, Silver & Bronze categories are available if your business would like to partner with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service & Port Macquarie Chamber of Commerce PM us now. You can purchase your tickets here https://www.portchamber.com.au/event/golf-day-registration/

15.01.2022 Life is a gift, and you helped give it. Thanks to everyone who gave blood this year. For anyone with a little more giving spirit up their sleeve (or anyone still looking for the perfect Christmas gift), why not give the Gift of Life? Donate in December and receive a festive card to give to someone special this Christmas saying you gave blood on their behalf. https://app.donateblood.com.au/ngMh

15.01.2022 At Coastline, they care about you, and your well-being, which is why we are so proud to partner with the team as our major sponsor for the business awards this year. Coastline are so excited to bring you a six episode mini series featuring their ambassador, Port Macquarie local and Pro Surfer, Matt Banting. Each episode touches on different aspects of well-being and Matt’s way to deal with these. ... Head to Coastline's YouTube Channel to watch it now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0T1F8H_SeQ

15.01.2022 For many, you will recognise Stacey Morgan from Port Macquarie Performing Arts a one of our Hall of Fame inductees for the 2021 Coastline Credit Union Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards. We caught up with Stacey...hear what she had to say about why every business should enter the business awards this year. Congratulations Stacey and all the team at Port Macquarie Performing Arts on your outstanding achievements, and support of our local community.

14.01.2022 We made it in the Newspaper. Thanks Port Macquarie News for a great article from our recent charity golf day. Love the photo of team Seasalt Cafe & Restaurant Port Macquarie Marten and Cassie, along with team members Paul from Bron Watson and Mel from Midcoast Uniform Solutions... Executive officer Mark Wilson shares the highlights, read the full article here https://www.portnews.com.au//chamber-and-westpac-helicopt/

13.01.2022 Our Government has just announced a $128m support package for the travel industry. The hard-working travel agents right across Australia like Kempsey Travel & C...ruise, Coffs and Nambucca Helloworld Travel, Windsong Travel, and Mid Coast Travel & Cruise deserve this. The have been processing travel and credits for Australians without gaining commissions, have been helping Australians return home from overseas and there are 40,000 jobs in this industry. One-off payments of between $1,500 and $100,000 will be available - thanks Federal Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham for this package! See more

13.01.2022 Santa’s a big fan of Australia’s economy, and he knows it’s the small, local businesses who keep communities thriving and workers locally employed. Whether it’...s for a coffee or planning a local holiday, choose to #golocalfirst wherever you can, every single day. The more we all do so, the bigger the difference we make and our local communities thrive.

12.01.2022 Recently we caught up with Chris Denny, a board member for the Port Chamber. Chris has been actively involved in business in Port Macquarie since 2004 through his company Southern Cross Resorts. Southern Cross Resorts had the management of The Observatory Hotel. Chris is the current Vice President of the Greater Port Macquarie Tourism Association having been a founding board member. ... He is a member of Council’s Cultural Steering Committee and a representative on Charles Sturt University’s Regional Advisory Board. What you may not know is that Chris spent years on the art of submissions for Business Awards locally, nationally and internationally, in fact, he and the team at Southern Cross Resorts won dozens and dozens of awards. Hear what he has to say about working on a stand out submission for the Business Awards in 2021.

11.01.2022 We caught up with Andrew from Fuji Xerox here in Port Macquarie. You may remember seeing Andrew is our TV ad a few months ago. Fuji Xerox Business Centre Port Macquarie and Fuji Xerox Business Centre Mid North Coast is a local, family owned and managed company established locally in 1982 and owned by the current Dealer Principals, Gary and Carol Evans for over 15 years. ... The dealership employs almost 20 locals across two offices in Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie. They are the exclusive and trusted provider to government agencies such as the Department of Education and Government (DEC) and RMS (RTA). Great to catch up Andrew.

11.01.2022 Wishing all of our Members and anyone in Business in our region the merriest of festive seasons. Our office will be closed until Monday January 4 while we have a little break and get ready for 2021. We're looking forward to seeing you in the new year!

10.01.2022 As of January 1, every business must have a Service NSW QR code with those who fail to do so facing a hefty fine. Setup info here: https://www.nsw.gov.au///customer-record-keeping/qr-codes

08.01.2022 What's the difference between the Port Macquarie Chamber of Commerce and Business NSW? Port Chamber caught up with board member Kellon Beard to explain.

08.01.2022 The Port Macquarie Chamber of Commerce is in the news again this week, thank you Port Macquarie News for the great article. Do you know someone who is an unsung hero, who works quietly behind the scenes yet makes a big difference in our community? Then read on.... The 2021 Wayne Jackson Outstanding Community Service Award recognises our unsung heroes and is a separate award to the industry and excellence awards. You can enter your unsung hero yourself, they don't have to do it themselves and is open until 18 July. After fire, floods and a pandemic, there are so many worthy recipients in our region, click on the link for all the details and let's celebrate our locals. Tag them below https://www.portchamber.com.au/2021-wayne-jackson-outstand/

08.01.2022 Our friends at Port Macquarie Blood Donor Centre have 177 vacant appointments in the next two weeks. If you are able to donate please jump on line and make an appointment. They are always looking for new donors to help save lives. Check online if you are eligible to donate and join them. They need 1000 donations in Port Macquarie every month.https://www.donateblood.com.au/

06.01.2022 A question we are asked occasionally is this...Why would I join the Port Chamber as I am a member in another region? Great question. Here is what Mark Wilson had to say.... Before anyone can answer this question, the question to ask is...what geographical region do you, as a business sell into? If your geographical region is across multiple Chambers, then it may be time to consider joining various Business Chambers in your geographical region. That way you will be able to develop business relationships, network in the areas that matter and connect more with your customer.

06.01.2022 Christmas celebrations are a bit different this year - join the online event this Saturday, 5 December at 7pm.

04.01.2022 Meet local Port Chamber member Simon Bank from Webstudio Like any network, the one thing we do know when is this. When a member comes along, shows up and connects with other members, good things happen.... Hear what Simon has to say about being a Port Chamber member.

04.01.2022 Super Radio Mid North Coast, FM93.5 and 531am, is proud to support the Annual SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS APPEAL! Any assistance would be greatly appreciated to help locals who are doing it tougher than most at this time of the year.

03.01.2022 If you are a business owner looking to expand your operations in regional NSW, you can access grants under the Regional Job Creation Fund to help you. Learn more: https://investregionalnsw.com/RJCFund #InvestRegionalNSW