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20 Nov '17

A Year Of Great Achievement

This was how BNCC President Simon Penrose described 2017 in his report to the Chamber’s AGM on Monday 7 November.



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9 Nov '17

Video from our Signature Event - Di Bella Breakfast

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6 Nov '17

BNCC Annual General Meeting 2017

Next month’s Night Owls event will also include the Chamber’s Annual General Meeting. Official notice of the meeting can be found here.



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31 Oct '17

Signature Event - Di Bella Breakfast

BNCC is delighted to announce celebrated businessman Phillip Di Bella as the guest speaker at our upcoming Signature Breakfast on 31 October.  



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21 Oct '17

Business Forum comes to Boondall

The Lord Mayor’s Small Business Forum is returning to the Northern suburbs for its final event of the year.



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21 Oct '17

Go Local Grow Local

The State Government has launched an initiative to encourage Queenslanders to support their local businesses.



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21 Oct '17

AGM – Get involved

Next month’s Night Owls event will also include the Chamber’s Annual General Meeting. Official notice of the meeting can be found here.



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21 Oct '17

Signature breakfast with Phillip Di Bella – last remaining tickets

Be sure to secure your tickets to this showcase event featuring one of Brisbane’s best known entrepreneurs, Phillip Di Bella.



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21 Oct '17

Featured Member - ANZ

Meet Blake Whitby from ANZ in our member profile …



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19 Oct '17

Run or Walk to remember...

You can help honour the legacy of our diggers this Remembrance Day by taking part in the Red Run on Sunday, 5 November 2017.



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19 Oct '17

Invitation to a Facebook Content Workshop

Special Offer: 25% discount for BNCC members



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19 Oct '17

Shaw Road sports precinct access road intersection upgrade, Wavell Heights

Brisbane City Council is pleased to announce the start of construction of the Shaw Road sports precinct access road intersection upgrade in Wavell Heights.
 



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19 Oct '17

Brisbane Airport Rotary Melbourne Cup 2017

Brisbane Airport Rotary proudly presents the 2017 Melbourne Cup Luncheon supporting the Lifeflight Foundation.
 



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19 Oct '17

Queensland Women's Week 2018 grants now open

Organisations can apply for a share of $150,000 to deliver activities and events across Queensland's urban, rural, regional and remote communities during Queensland Women’s Week.



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19 Oct '17

Valley Chamber of Commerce Meet & Mingle – King Street

The Valley Chamber of Commerce (VCC) together with Lend Lease invites BNCC members to attend this very special Meet & Mingle event in King Street.



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19 Oct '17

Certificate III in Individual Support – Funding available for eligible participants.

Breakthru, Disability Employment Service Provider located at Fortitude Valley have successfully received funding to host Cert III Individual Support commencing in October.



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19 Oct '17

Logan's Social Enterprise Startup Weekend - 17 - 19 November 2017

A chance to collaborate and get involved with a group of motivated individuals hell-bent on disrupting their industry of choice and making a social impact!
 



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15 Sep '17

New to business? Know where to look for help

A good place to start is the various checklists available online..



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15 Sep '17

The Executive Needs You

Why not consider joining our Executive Committee?



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15 Sep '17

Future Business Leaders

A host of budding young entrepreneurs have shown the future of business is in safe hands during the final day of the Brisbane Northside Australian Business Week (ABW) program.



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15 Sep '17

Grants open for small businesses looking to grow

Accelerate Small Business Grants program open now for small businesses looking to grow ..



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15 Sep '17

Brisbane Airport Community Giving Fund Now Open

Brisbane Airport’s Community Giving Fund is once again seeking applications from individuals, schools and community groups looking to make a difference in our city.



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15 Sep '17

Featured Member - Kestrel Solutions

Meet Peter Lucas from Kestrel Solutions in our member profile …



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4 Sep '17

Small Business Series Workshops

Small Business Series Workshops: BNCC member Northside Meetings’ Small Business Series offers practical, realistic advice for small and micro businesses through seminars delivered by local business people.



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3 Sep '17

Work Experience - Exploring industry pathways through employment shadowing

BNCC member Arethusa College offers a Work Experience program to Senior Students and is looking for businesses interested in partnering and supporting the program



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3 Sep '17

Lilley Australia Day Awards 2018 - Nominations Invited

Do you know someone in your organisation whose volunteer work could be eligible for an award?



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3 Sep '17

Animal Welfare League Qld

AWLQ works closely with council, state government and stakeholder groups to develop legislation to reduce the tragic killing of over 200,000 pets in Australia each year.



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17 Aug '17

Don’t look past the chamber…

Rather than Google, why not use the extensive directory of local businesses available through the chamber’s website.



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17 Aug '17

Don’t miss Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington

We’re always on the lookout for great event opportunities for BNCC members. That’s why we’re proud to recommend the forthcoming visit of Kevin Harrington.



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17 Aug '17

Payment terms hindering small business

You may have seen recent press reports on the issue of payment terms and how small businesses are struggling with clients not paying on time.



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17 Aug '17

Featured Member - Mobbs and Company

Meet Jamie Mobbs from Mobbs and Company in our member profile…



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17 Aug '17

Get to know …

Meet Denis Keating, owner and operator of Everest Resources and Ashwood Blinds in our Executive Committee Member profile…  



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3 Aug '17

Make the most of your BNCC profile

BNCC member Yellow Larke Studio has a great offer for all BNCC members



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3 Aug '17

BNE Enterprise - Brisbane's New Runway Update Breakfast - 10 August

When open in 2020, the addition of the new runway will give Queensland the most efficient runway system in Australia, doubling current capacity and offering unlimited opportunity for service growth and travel options.



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3 Aug '17

Invitation to an inspiring small business seminar

GO FOR GOLD in your business - How can your business maximise opportunities for innovative growth to ensure long-term success?



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3 Aug '17

BNCC Members in the Community

BNCC Member Racecourse Road Dental is looking sponsors, team members, raffle donations or monetary donations for the Running CEOs event.



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3 Aug '17

Royal Queensland Art Society’s 2017 Members Annual Opening and Awards Presentation evening

BNCC member Royal Queensland Art Society would like to invite BNCC members and their guests to the 2017 Members Annual Opening and Awards Presentation evening at 7.30pm on Wednesday the 16th of August. The event will be opened by Sallyanne Atkinson and entry is free.



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3 Aug '17

Women in Logistics (BNE) Networking Event

This is a women's only networking event for Brisbane women working in or who are generally interested in logistics.



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31 Jul '17

BNCC Members in the Community

BNCC President, Simon Penrose and BNCC Executive Officer, Tanya Penrose, are walking 25 kilometres in the 2017 Susan Suduk OneDay to Conquer Cancer benefiting Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH Foundation) on 20 August 2017.  



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19 Jul '17

Free Trade, not just for big business

These agreements often make the headlines for big business such as agricultural and industrial exporters, but for small business there are plenty of opportunities as well.



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19 Jul '17

CLICK! 2017

CLICK! 2017, a two-day event organised by Regional Development Australia, is designed to provide businesses with the digital skills they need to remain competitive and stimulate innovation. Registrations now open.



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19 Jul '17

Featured Member - CyberGuru

Meet Chris Jeffery from CyberGuru in our member profile… 



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19 Jul '17

Get to know ...

Meet Dan Buzer is the co-owner and co-director of Profit Mechanics in our Executive Committee Member profile…  



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28 Jun '17

Significant Changes from July 1

Did you know that non-compliance with industrial laws just got more expensive? Under the Fair Work Act, which governs how you engage your employees, the value of the Federal Penalty Unit is set to increase by approximately 15% from 1 July 2017.

Story contributed by Margaret Goody, Managing Director - Akyra Strategy & Development



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28 Jun '17

New look 2017 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards now open

The 2017 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards were launched last month by Lord Mayor Graham Quirk who announced a new category - the Award for Outstanding Small Business and urged people to get their entries in or nominate other worthy contenders.



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28 Jun '17

Routes Asia – The Opportunity

Brisbane will be the Host City for Routes Asia 2018 bringing together a range of airlines, airports and tourism authorities, including some of the largest carriers from the whole Asian region.  This event will provide details about Routes Asia and how your company can get involved.



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28 Jun '17

Strategic business opportunities in the Asia Pacific

Are you looking to connect on a global scale or develop strategic business opportunities within the Asia Pacific region?



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28 Jun '17

Featured Member - Evan Sarinas

Meet Evan Sarinas from Sarinas Legal in our member profile… 



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28 Jun '17

Get to know ...

Meet Peter Bailey from Queensland Finance & Leasing in our Executive Committee Member profile…



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27 Jun '17

Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) Twilight Affair – 15 July 2017

BNCC members and guests are invited to a fabulous fundraising event for farmers - A ‘Twilight Affair’ presented by Queensland Country Women’s Association & sponsor Hancock Prospecting to be held at Victoria Park on Saturday 15th July!



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26 Jun '17

Regional Development Australia - Brisbane CLICK! 2017 Business and Digital event

BNCC member Sheldon Morey will be part of the CLICK! Digital and Business 2017 event



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25 Jun '17

TAFE Queensland invites you to Open Day – Be a Doer for a Day

Open Day is a great opportunity to tour our world-class training facilities, try out different trades and skills, speak to teachers and learn how you can pave your way into the career of your choice!



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24 Jun '17

Workshop Invitation from BNCC Member

BNCC member Akyra Strategy and Development invites fellow chamber members to attend the “The Devil is in The Detail - Getting Your Employment Agreements Right” workshop.



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21 Jun '17

Kedron State High School - World of Work Program

Kedron State High School needs your help! They are asking the community to support their students in 2017 for Work Experience/Work Placement.



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