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September 2009 In this month's edition:
Did you know commercial and industrial waste accounts for over a third of rubbish that ends up in landfill? More importantly, were you aware that Sunshine Coast landfills are set to reach capacity by 2014? That’s less than five years away.
The Australian Government has recently launched a free service offering small business advice and support over the phone. The Small Business Support Line and information service is dedicated to assisting small businesses. Advisors will be able to provide information, assistance and referral on small business issues. Download the flyer [PDF 810KB] for more information about the service.
Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce will be launching their inaugural Sunshine Coast Business Expo with a Networking Event Breakfast on Thursday 22 October. Don't miss this opportunity to network with hundreds of other business people as well as over 50 exhibitors from local businesses and Government departments. Mayor Bob Abbot will be guest speaker and HOT 91 FM will be broadcasting live from the breakfast. Thursday 22 October Entry is $35 which includes breakfast and free entry to the business expo over Thursday 22 and Friday 23 October. Visit the website to register now. As part of the business expo program, keynote speaker Bernard Salt will give a presentation on 'Demographic & Social Change' on Friday 23rd October from 9.30am to 11.00am. Entry is $55 inc gst including entry into the Expo. Visit the website to book.
Who is Queensland's smartest company? Who is Queensland's greatest entrepreneur? With so many fantastic businesses on the Sunshine Coast, we encourage you to nominate yourself or your business for the Smart Business Awards and showcase what a dynamic and great place for business the Sunshine Coast is! As part of the Q150 celebrations, the 2009 Premier of Queensland’s Smart Business Awards will recognise local companies and entrepreneurs who have made a significant impact to the State’s economy and helped put Queensland on the map. The program includes six award categories including the Entrepreneur Award and the overall Retrospective Award. Nominate online now at: smartbusinessawards.qld.gov.au For further information, please contact Kathy English or Meghann Salmon via email or on 07 3224 6623. For more information on Queensland's 150th birthday, visit the Q150 website.
Now he shares his experiences to motivate soldiers going off to war, athletes struggling to come back from serious injury, and professionals who are keen to get a little closer to the truth of 'no pain, no gain'. Be inspried by Michael's story of pushing boundaries, asking more of yourself, and achieving excellence in every sense of the word at the 2009 Sunshine Coast Management Excellence Awards Final. This exclusive dinner is the perfect opportunity to network and rub shoulders with the Sunshine Coast's hottest management talent in celebration of the Professional, Owner, Rural/Remote and Young Managers of the Year. For more information about the 2009 Management Excellence Awards, visit the Awards website or phone AIM on 1300 882 895. Event Details Date: Friday 18 September 2009
Are you an Internet training service provider? Applications are now open for grants of between $50,000 and $500,000 to deliver training and mentoring services to help small businesses become internet savvy. The program aims to help small businesses to enhance their web presence and develop their e-business potential. Service providers will be selected through a competitive, merit-based application process. The program will deliver services to small businesses until June 2011. Applicants must complete an application form available from the AusIndustry hotline on 13 28 46. Applications close 5pm (AEST) on 25 September 2009. More information on the Small Business Online program can be found at the AusIndustry website.
Defining your Business Advance! Australia 2009 Keynote Series - Sunshine Coast Human Resources: Developing and Managing Your Team Smart Marketing Human Resources: Developing and Managing Your Team Tuesday 29 September 2009, 9.30am to 11.00am Sunshine Coast Centre, 12 Innovation Parkway, Birtinya - Free Call: DEEDI on 5437 1300 to book Thank you for taking the time to read our eNewsletter. We would appreciate any feedback you may have. Please email us at economicdevelopment@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Michael Groom overcame serious physical and mental setbacks to reach his goals - conquering the five highest mountains in the world without the assistance of bottled oxygen, and all but one he climbed without the front third of both feet. 