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@ Print Pty Ltd Telstra Chamber Supporters 2008 We say a big thank you to the following businesses that are already extending on-going financial, or substantial in kind assistance for promotions and activities in 2008 in alphabetical order. @ Print, Coaching For Wealth, Complete Recruitment Solutions, Cool Country 2KA, HR Success, In Nepean Magazine, KGM Sales and Marketing Services, KickFM, Little & Rabie Betta Electrical, Muru Mittigar Ltd, Penrith City Star, Penrith Paceway, Penrith Press, Penrith Small Office Solutions, Pinnacle Taxation Service, Positive Balance Bookkeeping, St Marys District Band Club, St Marys Rugby League Club, Stormer Lawyers, Teresa Malecki, and The Complete Basketcase. Dont hesitate to contact Jill to discuss your opportunities. --------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to our New Members
Johnny Jalin: Calvary Financial Services
Julia Parashko: Steppin Out Duo/DJ Jewels Childrens Entertainment
Kath Densham: Advanced Personnel Management
Teresa Malecki: Travel Manager Australia Pty Ltd --------------------------------------------------------- STOP PRESS!! CHANGE OF VENUE: September After Hours Networking Due to unforseen circumstances our visit to Sud-Chemie has been cancelled. However we have now been invited to attend another fantastic networking opportunity at Ropes Crossing as guests of Delfin Lend Lease. Those who attended last year will remember what a fantastic time was had by all, not to mention the superb catering on offer. Natalie Jones and the team at Delfin Lend Lease invite you to see why Ropes Crossing is Positively Surprising. We will show you our village centre with the brand new Coles store and will give you a sneak preview of the plans for the next stage. Ropes Crossing Sales and Information Centre, Corner of Ropes Crossing Boulevard and Central Place. Use the new entrance off the Forrester Road/Links Road roundabout and follow Ropes Crossing Boulevard until you see the Sales and Information Centre. We are working on a few surprises and will be contributing a $100 Coles Shopping Voucher to the prize draw. Please book urgently since our lead time is very short for the caterers. Be sure to let Patricia know you are attending or wander over to the website and book today. --------------------------------------------------------- Chamber Annual General Meeting (AGM) The AGM of this Chamber will be held on Tuesday 23rd September, 08 at St Marys District Band Club, commencing 6pm. All Executive positions will become vacant at this meeting. Current incumbents may choose to stand again. It is a formal meeting only. Tea and coffee will be available. Please find attached nomination forms for your convenience. Should you choose to stand for a position on the Executive please ensure your appropriately completed forms are returned to the Chamber office as soon as possible. If you are unable to attend on the night but wish to nominate please make sure we get the completed forms prior to the meeting.
No proxy votes are acceptable under the terms of the Chambers Constitution for an AGM. Please contact Jill to discuss any aspects of the responsibilities Executive position duties require should you have an interest to be a very active member of this Chamber. Book online to attend. --------------------------------------------------------- Paceway Race Night 25th September, 08 The Paceway has generously offered Chamber members an opportunity to come along, have some fun and raise some money for the Chamber by offering us an exclusive one full night race meeting to be held on Thursday 25th September, 08. One race will be named after the Chamber, with sash and horse rug in our name! We hear from numerous members how much fun these occasions have been in the past. You will have the chance to sponsor races and place non permanent signage on the track, even sash the winners! As well, they arrange the photos and tours on the night too. Of course the races are covered by Sky Channel and in newspapers and radio. A beautiful buffet is on offer and includes beer, wine and soft drink for the duration of the races. There is a limit on numbers to ensure guests are comfortable with a great view of the track from the very pleasant Sky Lounge. Costs are:
* Full buffet and beverage catering [beer, wine soft drinks] and entry
* Full Race sponsorship $1000 Remember there are only 75 bookings available at this rate. First in best dressed for all categories. Race and banner sponsor bookings must be made by phone to the Chamber on 02 4725 0301. Normal attendance bookings can be done online so book today to ensure your spot! ------------------------------------------------ Consider this.. It is better to have enough ideas for some of them to be wrong, than to be always right by having no ideas at all: Edward De Bono Creativity is the sudden cessation of stupidity: Edwin Land
Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties: Erich Fromm Member of the Month This award is generously sponsored by Little & Rabie Betta Electrical. Do you promote the Chamber to others? Do you invite a guest along to functions? Do you use member contacts? If you are this active then you may well be in the running for Member of the Month. Let us know. Congratulations to this months recipient... August: Anil Puri, Coaching For Wealth Congratulations to the successful nominees so far this year...
February: Bernard Fehon, Tactical Solutions --------------------------------------------------------- Member Profile If you would like to be profiled please provide the Chamber office with around 100 words. This weeks profile is Nandos Restaurant Penrith My name is Armaghan Khan and I opened Nando's in February. I have been in the restaurant business for 5 years. I am very passionate about food quality and service and it is clearly felt in my restaurant. My staff are like family to me as are my customers and that's the only way to treat guests, as they are my own. Nandos chicken is fresh, butterfly-cut and trimmed of excess fat. Our chicken is marinated for 24 hours before being flame-grilled to perfection and basted in your choice of zesty Lemon & Herb or our exotic Mild, Hot or Extra Hot PERi-PERi sauce. *Dine-in *Takeaway *Catering *Phone/Fax ahead Please contact my restaurant on (02) 4732 6424 for more information -------------------------------------------------------- Buy Penrith Valley: have you got your sticker yet? Remember every dollar spent here in Penrith Valley will help build our prosperity and our futures!
Report it: do not ignore it! Do your bit to protect our homes and businesses.
Penrith Police Phone: 02 4721 9444
St Marys Police Phone: 02 9677 7499 --------------------------------------------------------- Penrith City Council: Graffiti Hotline
FREE CALL: 1800 022 182 NSW Business Chamber NSW Business Chamber is supporting the College of Business Sustainability Research Node, at UWS, and we would like to invite you to join us for the Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Sustainability Symposium on 24 October, 2008. When: Friday, 24th October 2008 Where: Crowne Plaza Parramatta, 30 Phillip St, Parramatta. Time: 9am 5pm The aim of this one-day symposium is to engage with academe, industry, government and non-government organisations,and the general public to develop innovative solutions to the social and environmental challenges associated with sustainable development. Speakers include Professor Bobby Banerjee and A/Professor Margaret Vickers from the University of Western Sydney, A/Professor Suzanne Benn from UTS Institute of Sustainability, Rosemany Sainty from St James Ethics Centre and Virginia Mansell from the Stephenson Mansell Group. We seek a diverse audience of attendees with an interest in sustainability issues. If you know someone who might like to attend please forward this invitation to them. Please RSVP to Judy Foster This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it on 02 9852 4071 by 17th October 2008.
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY AS PLACES ARE LIMITED. NO COST. Newsflash: NSW Department of Planning Development proposals - new disclosure requirements New transparency laws begin on 15 September 2008. The Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 will require the disclosure by applicants or persons making submissions in respect of relevant planning applications of:
political donations to a party, elected member, group or candidate of $1000 or more (or smaller donations totalling $1000 or more)
development applications to the Minister or local council Significant penalties apply to non-disclosure. The new laws do not apply to people seeking complying development certificates. Learn more about the new laws >> http://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/donations --------------------------------------------------------- Who is doing what in the Area ... You could benefit from these services or even market your own business to the people some of these activities attract: * Justice of Peace Service
Londonderry Electorate Office: 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Contact office on 9833 1122. * Luke Priddis Foundation Walk for Autism Chamber member Shonagh Bennett from The Luke Priddis Foundation has advised that the 2008 Walk For Autism will occur on Saturday 27 September at the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith from 11.30am. To obtain further information about the event and fees, as well as the Registration form, please visit the Foundations website www.lukepriddisfoundation.com. All money raised from the Walk will remain with the Luke Priddis Foundation and will be used by the Foundation to improve and maximise the services and opportunities available to Autistic and special needs children in Western Sydney. * Notary Public
Peter Adams of Adams & Partners. Contact him on 4722 6600. * Penrith City Council Check out the latest edition of the Penrith Valley What's On Available from (save it to your favourites): http://www.penrithvalley.com.au/index.asp?calid=2 * Penrith Valley Home Based Business Network (PVHBBN) The September networking function for the PVHBBN will be held in the evening. The presenter will be delivering tips for better networking.
Date: Tuesday 30 September, 2008 For more information, including cost and RSVP details, please visit www.homebasedbusiness.org.au * Schools Industry Partnership (SIP) Ian Palmer from SIP has advised that the Penrith Valley Apprenticeship and Traineeship Expo is being held on Tue 23rd September 08 at Panthers Pavilion Mulgoa Road Penrith. This years Penrith Valley Apprenticeship and Traineeship Expo is shaping up to be the best ever, but there is still time to book your FREE exhibitor space.
* Recruit great apprentices and trainees for free! * Info stands on everything to do with Trainees and Apprentices * Find out why school based apprenticeships and traineeships are becoming so popular * Heard of trade schools but want to know more Only the most self motivated applicants attend this night time EXPO. If you want to take part or just know more then please call Ian Palmer on 4725 0310 or 0419 018 232. * UWS - Careers & Cooperative Education Summer Vacation Projects UWS Careers & Cooperative Education is now accepting requests for students to complete Summer Vacation Projects. For $3,000 + GST (less for community and not-for-profit organisations) you can resource a 5-week project which has been put on the backburner whilst assisting in the career development of a UWS student or recent graduate. Projects can be extended as required.
UWS flagship placement programs have been linking organisations in Greater Western Sydney and beyond with students for 13 years. UWS handles the advertising, recruitment, payroll and insurance, to give you a hassle-free staffing solution. Vacation Project students receive training in project management, business communication and report writing, and all placements are monitored by Careers & Cooperative Education staff, to give you peace of mind. For more information, or to express your interest, please contact Elien Weeks, Program Coordinator, on 4736 0364 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it --------------------------------------------------------- 28 August 2008
Chamber Corporate Partner Chamber Function Series Sponsor Chamber Supporters 2008 We say a big thank you to the following businesses that are already extending on-going financial, or substantial in kind assistance for promotions and activities in 2008 in alphabetical order. @ Print, Coaching For Wealth, Complete Recruitment Solutions, Cool Country 2KA, HR Success, In Nepean Magazine, KGM Sales and Marketing Services, KickFM, Little & Rabie Betta Electrical, Muru Mittigar Ltd, Penrith City Star, Penrith Paceway, Penrith Press, Penrith Small Office Solutions, Pinnacle Taxation Service, Positive Balance Bookkeeping, St Marys District Band Club, St Marys Rugby League Club, Stormer Lawyers, Teresa Malecki, and The Complete Basketcase.
Don’t hesitate to contact Jill to discuss your opportunities.
Martin Bullock: Western Sydney Academy of Sport Inc
Matthew Flynn: Mr Rental Penrith
Greg Nelson: Sirol Ecosolutions
Stephen Kirkham: UVO Pty Limited
Johnny Jalin: Calvary Financial Services
Armaghan Khan: Nando’s Restaurant Penrith
Julia Parashko: Steppin’ Out Duo/DJ Jewels Childrens Entertainment This luncheon is being held at the Function Centre, Penrith Paceway on Friday 5 September at 12 noon. Our Guest Speaker is The Hon Wayne Swan, MP.
RVSP to Patricia by Tuesday 2 September or book online at our website as there is limited seating capacity and seats are selling fast.
Sud Chemie is located at 12 Peachtree Road, Penrith. The Paceway has generously offered Chamber members an opportunity to come along, have some fun and raise some money for the Chamber by offering us an exclusive one full night race meeting to be held on Thursday 25th September, 08. One race will be named after the Chamber, with sash and horse rug in our name! We hear from numerous members how much fun these occasions have been in the past. You will have the chance to sponsor races and place non permanent signage on the track, even sash the winners! As well, they arrange the photos and tours on the night too. Of course the races are covered by Sky Channel and in newspapers and radio.
A beautiful buffet is on offer and includes beer, wine and soft drink for the duration of the races. There is a limit on numbers to ensure guests are comfortable with a great view of the track from the very pleasant Sky Lounge.
* Full Race sponsorship $1000
* Race sponsorship $550 * Banner on track fence only [member to supply] $50 Remember there are only 75 bookings available at this rate. First in best dressed for all categories. Race and banner sponsor bookings must be made by phone to the Chamber on 02 4725 0301.
Normal attendance bookings can be done online so book today to ensure your spot! Welcome aboard Telstra and UWS as new Corporate Partners for the Chamber. Our association with Telstra of course is well documented especially their support of the Small Business Support Group Series. UWS has had a long and successful association through various avenues including training, research, and surveys. We are pleased to know they have recognised the benefits of upgrading membership. We say a very big thank you for this commitment to us all! The room was really full of great ideas at last week’s member information night about the numerous Ulysses visit opportunities here next March. Michael Ekert offered the facilities of the Emu Plains Sports Club for us to hear Peter Bernard from the Nepean Ulysses Club and Gladys Reed from City Centre Association regale us with their observations and experiences of past successful events. Don Hodgson from Ducati Penrith, Steve Defina from Bass2 Bait, David Amor from Signwave Penrith joined Jenni McCreadie from Balance Healthcare, Heike Tye from Hogs Breath Café St Marys and Julie Parashko from Steppin’ Out Duo. Gai Lambert from the Good Guys came along and is already heavily involved as a committee member of the PCCA. Helen and Luke Wakeling know their Nepean Belle will be a popular tourist attraction but came along to encourage others to get behind the week long festivities. Our first networking function for the new DIG [Dunheved Industrial Group] was held at St Mary’s Leagues Club where GM Rod Desborough and Functions manager Jennifer Lawless made us feel very welcome. The crowd was addressed by David Trist who is fondly known by so many as Mr Dunheved. He and another local identity Gil Kommer gave some great background history for those younger and newer to the area. Joining the group were Greg Holden from Platinum Electrical Contractors, Tony Jones from WB Jones Staircases and Mark Grundy from Corinthian Doors. Both men have been very active on the previous action group for Dunheved. Jeremy Joyce from Jaybro Civil and Safety chatted with Len Montgomery from 3D Scaffolding and Laurence Thomson from Laser Wizard. The results of the recent meetings and networking group are available on our web site under Business Matters. You can see the priorities list for the next few months. Sun-Masamune certainly provide an eye opening experience for those in attendance last night at our very own world famous Saki factory. Allan Noble was in his element showcasing his spotlessly clean facilities and telling us about the history and production phases. The presentation and tour had many of us spell bound and we will all look at rice through other eyes. Enjoying the function were Maralyn Kastel from The Detail Devils, Eddie Taylor from ET Business Development, Luke and Melinda Witten from Berger Piepers and Michael Ashcroft from Bank of Queensland. Ane Jensen, the young Danish civil engineer student doing a stint with Penrith City Council also came along. Her special interest is in the innovation of workplace logistics. Supportive husbands Jim Kemp and Paul Field were also along to partner wives Linda and Gina, two of our hard working Executive members. Allan’s total commitment to his all Australian product is producing many challenges brought on by the severity and length of the drought. Some of his observations and ideas were an inspiration to many of us who have also had to face major stumbling blocks to overcome. Inspiration, sharing, support and success is what these nights are all about so if you are yet to join us please come along very soon. We have a lot of fun too!
• Reform of the taxation system Or are any of these topics of concern to you as a business operator?
• What are the government’s plans with regards addressing Skills Shortages within the trades, apart from Trade High Schools?? These are just some of the comments from members. Come along and here how the Federal Treasurer responds. Please book online now. The Chamber Race Night on September 25th is creating great interest and some races have already been sponsored by members. Keep in mind the special package prices are only on for the first 75 people to book. There is plenty of room for more people of course but this is the limited special deal, such great value and typical of the ongoing support of the Paceway for the Chamber. Don’t you miss out! Ask you staff, family and friends to come along for some great fun. AND REMEMBER TO FROCK UP! Please book online now. Please keep in mind I am always keen to hear what you are doing in the business community with new ideas, or perhaps you have great employees to brag about. Tell me and I can tell others.
Have a great week! What is the managers job? It is to direct the resources and the efforts of the business toward opportunities for economically significant results. This sounds trite -- and it is. But every analysis of actual allocation of resources and efforts in business that I have ever seen or made showed clearly that the bulk of time, work, attention, and money first goes to problems rather than to opportunities, and, secondly, to areas where even extraordinarily successful performance will have minimal impact on results: Peter Drucker
Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things: Peter Drucker This award is generously sponsored by Little & Rabie Betta Electrical. Do you promote the Chamber to others? Do you invite a guest along to functions? Do you use member contacts? If you are this active then you may well be in the running for Member of the Month. Let us know. Congratulations to this month’s recipient... August: Anil Puri, Coaching For Wealth Congratulations to the successful nominees so far this year...
February: Bernard Fehon, Tactical Solutions If you would like to be profiled please provide the Chamber office with around 100 words. This week’s profile is … Steppin’ Out Duo/DJ Jewels Childrens Entertainment
Julia Parashko and her Two Man Band ‘Steppin’ Out’ are a talented, professional male/female team who have been entertaining Sydney audiences for nearly 20 years. Superb vocals, excellent guitar and expertly produced digital sequencing combine to showcase their unique style and incredibly vast repertoire. Add some sax and percussion into the mix and you have a Duo that will entertain your professional corporate function, club lounge, wedding, presentation evening, or funkiest party.
From 50’s & 60’s Rock ‘n’ Roll, to their great retro range from the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s, right up to the latest hits of the Top 40 – there is definitely something for everyone.
For all enquiries contact Julia on 0413 885 191 or The Artistes’ Answering Centre on 9529 5777. Remember every dollar spent here in Penrith Valley will help build our prosperity and our futures!
--------------------------------------------------------- Do your bit to protect our homes and businesses.
Penrith Police Phone: 02 4721 9444
St Mary’s Police Phone: 02 9677 7499
FREE CALL: 1800 022 182 • Delfin Lend Lease: Free Workshop
Delfin Lend Lease is sponsoring a free Workshop conducted by Penrith Business Enterprise Centre to show you how to promote and present the capabilities of your business and improve your success in winning new contracts. • Justice of Peace Service
Londonderry Electorate Office: 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Contact office on 9833 1122. • Notary Public
Peter Adams of Adams & Partners. Contact him on 4722 6600. • Penrith City Council Check out the latest edition of the Penrith Valley What's On Available from (save it to your favourites): http://www.penrithvalley.com.au/index.asp?calid=2 • Penrith Valley Economic Development Corporation (PVEDC) Michael Todd from PVEDC has advised that they are hosting a FREE Exploring Importing & Exporting Opportunities Forum on Thursday 4 September at Penrith City Council Nepean Room from 7.15am.
For more information, please see the attached flyer. 21 August 2008Chamber Corporate Partner Chamber Function Series Sponsor
@ Print Pty Ltd Telstra Chamber Supporters 2008 We say a big thank you to the following businesses that are already extending on-going financial, or substantial in kind assistance for promotions and activities in 2008 in alphabetical order. @ Print, Coaching For Wealth, Complete Recruitment Solutions, Cool Country 2KA, HR Success, In Nepean Magazine, KGM Sales and Marketing Services, KickFM, Little & Rabie Betta Electrical, Muru Mittigar Ltd, Penrith City Star, Penrith Paceway, Penrith Press, Penrith Small Office Solutions, Pinnacle Taxation Service, Positive Balance Bookkeeping, St Marys District Band Club, St Marys Rugby League Club, Stormer Lawyers, Teresa Malecki, and The Complete Basketcase. Dont hesitate to contact Jill to discuss your opportunities. --------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to our New Members
John Cason: Comzone Pty Ltd
Luke Witten: Berger Piepers Chartered Accountants
Joe Grassi: Joseph Grassi + Associates
Martin Bullock: Western Sydney Academy of Sport Inc
Matthew Flynn: Mr Rental Penrith
Greg Nelson: Sirol Ecosolutions
Stephen Kirkham: UVO Pty Limited
Johnny Jalin: Calvary Financial Services
Armaghan Khan: Nandos Restaurant Penrith
Julia Parashko: Steppin Out Duo/DJ Jewels Childrens Entertainment --------------------------------------------------------- Dunheved Industry Group (DIG) Networking The Dunheved Business Park Development Committee has been renamed the Dunheved Industrial Group and is now a sub committee of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce Inc. The purpose of the Group is to:
Lobby for the revitalisation and modernisation of Dunheved and North St Marys; The venue is St Marys Rugby Leagues Club and the date is Tuesday 26 August from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. Bookings are essential as light refreshments will be provided. Book online today! ---------------------------------------------------------
The next Telstra SBSG will be hosted by Alan Noble and his team at Sun-Masamune (AKA the Sake Factory) on 27 August, 6pm -7.30pm. This wonderful and unique venue is located at: 29 Cassola Place, Penrith. Go-Shu Australian Sake Brewery is a fully-operational work site therefore we consider safety aspects to be a major priority. Visitors must wear flat shoes. Thongs and sandals are not permitted - covered shoes are essential and anyone participating in tours must comply with safety regulations. Dont forget to let Patricia know you are attending or wander over to the website and book today. --------------------------------------------------------- The Hon Wayne Swan MP, Federal Treasurer Luncheon This luncheon is being held at the Function Centre, Penrith Paceway on Friday 5 September at 12 noon. Our Guest Speaker is The Hon Wayne Swan, MP. RVSP to Patricia by Tuesday 2 September or book online at our website as there is limited seating capacity and seats are selling fast. --------------------------------------------------------- September After Hours Networking The September After Hours Networking drinks and nibbles is generously being hosted by Steve Wilson at Sud-Chemie Australia Pty Ltd from 6.00pm on 9 September. Sud Chemie is located at 12 Peachtree Road, Penrith. Be sure to let Patricia know you are attending or wander over to the website and book today. --------------------------------------------------------- Paceway Race Night 25th September, 08 As promised last year, The Paceway has generously offered Chamber members an opportunity to come along, have some fun and raise some money for the Chamber by offering us an exclusive one full night race meeting to be held on Thursday 25th September, 08. One race will be named after the Chamber, with sash and horse rug in our name! We hear from numerous members how much fun these occasions have been in the past. You will have the chance to sponsor races and place non permanent signage on the track, even sash the winners! As well, they arrange the photos and tours on the night too. Of course the races are covered by Sky Channel and in newspapers and radio. There are 6 races left on the evening available for sponsorship (with the 7th & 8th already allocated) so get in quick with your sponsor request. The Paceway do all the hard yards for us, with programmes, sashes, rugs and Sky Channel. All you need to do is pay your money, put on your finery, get a few friends and colleagues together and come along to enjoy the fun. A beautiful buffet is on offer and includes beer, wine and soft drink for the duration of the races. There is a limit on numbers to ensure guests are comfortable with a great view of the track from the very pleasant Sky Lounge. Costs are:
* Full buffet and beverage catering [beer, wine soft drinks] and entry
* Full Race sponsorship $1000 Remember there are only 75 bookings available. First in best dressed for all categories. Race and banner sponsor bookings must be made by phone to the Chamber on 02 4725 0301. Normal attendance bookings can be done online so book today to ensure your spot! --------------------------------------------------------- Jills Journeys out and about I am hard at work again after my short break travelling 4000k around this amazing country of ours, just breathtaking. I was able to look at how the towns we visited displayed themselves, from a doing business perspective. And I joined some locals on our Bash, people I have known previously but did not realise operated businesses in the region. I am pleased to say they are now keen to be active again in our vibrant Chamber. Peter Ward from Ward Lawyers went on his first Bash and seems keen to front up again in 2009 when we all hope we go north to warmer, dryer places. So much for global warming on this last trip, no sight of it at all! Paul Graham from PF Concrete at Emu Plains has done a number of Bashes and he had fun stirring up St Marys Leagues Club CEO, Rod Desborough also doing his very first. But please dont ask them to tell any tales. What happens on the Bash stays on the Bash! ooo We raised over $2 million for special needs kids. We spent on average, $80k per town we visited on food, fuel, hospitality, accommodation, gifts, laundry, motor parts and accessories, souvenirs and of course retail therapy. Some places we will revisit and others we will not. It depends of course on our individual and collective experiences. So what can I share with you about the positive and negatives I observed along those miles which are lessons for our own preparation to embrace and enjoy, and benefit from the Ulysses AGM here next March. The Ulysses AGM is OUR perfect opportunities to show case this region to an instant crowd. I know we attract large numbers throughout the year to utilise many of our sporting and cultural activities. But generally they are only very short stays or days trips. We have 5000 - 6000 discerning people, many professionals with obvious disposable income visiting us for a week. They want to know we really want them to be here. They seek quality, service and respect. They want to enjoy themselves and have fun. They want to take advantage of all the amazing things we have on offer in the region. People will return if they have a good experience. We talk about networking and the importance of it to meet new clients, and do business. Let me assure you word of mouth networking- amongst this crowd can make or break you. These people will quickly recommend you, or they will very quickly tell people to avoid you. And not only during the week of the event but when they have gone home. Cooma is currently getting a bagging from the Bashers because of the inflated accommodation prices. Sure it is high season for skiers, but the inflated prices for beds was not viewed fairly by those there for other reasons than snow and related activities. 5 Must DO things to make the most of Ulysses 2009
Recognise the unique opportunity of this event, support and participate, if you dont your competitor probably will consider your stock levels very carefully dont run out of the obvious Recognise the long term possibilities of return visits and follow up quickly on any leads you get 5 Must NOT Do things
Do not ignore the event
Do not presume your product or service is not relevant
Do not rip people off with inflated charges, word of mouth spreads rapidly Hope to see you come along to Allan Nobles Sun Masamune Saki Factory next Wednesday, 27th for the Telstra Small Business Support Group. It is a fascinating place and the taste testing will surprise you. The history of the business and its successes outside Japan are a testament to much hard work and commitment using quality Australian products. Be sure to join us, book online now! ooo Also happening next week on Tuesday 26th, is the inaugural Dunheved Industrial Group networking, so if you are a local St Marys business or servicing those in that sector come along for an update on what is planned for the short and longer term to achieve revitalisation of the area. Again make sure you book online to join us! ooo Places are filling fast for the Wayne Swan Luncheon on 5th September. Have you made your bookings yet? Online of course! ooo Of course September is when the AGM of the Chamber will be held so start to think about how you could be more involved. Nomination forms will be available very soon. ooo I highlighted a while back our intention to include a member to member online discount and specials offers section, on our web site. It is now time to think seriously what you can offer to other Chamber members. Offers must be valid for 6 months. We wish to commence these great Member benefits from 1st October. We must receive your offers by mid September. ooo Have a great week! ------------------------------------------------ Consider this.. The third-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking with the majority. The second-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking with the minority. The first-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking: AA Milne We should be careful and discriminating in all the advice we give. We should be especially careful in giving advice that we would not think of following ourselves. Most of all, we ought to avoid giving counsel which we don't follow when it damages those who take us at our word: Adlai Stevenson ---------------------------------------------------- Member of the Month This award is generously sponsored by Little & Rabie Betta Electrical. Do you promote the Chamber to others? Do you invite a guest along to functions? Do you use member contacts? If you are this active then you may well be in the running for Member of the Month. Let us know. Congratulations to this months recipient... August: Anil Puri, Coaching For Wealth Congratulations to the successful nominees so far this year...
February: Bernard Fehon, Tactical Solutions --------------------------------------------------------- Member Profile If you would like to be profiled please provide the Chamber office with around 100 words. This weeks profile is Joseph Grassi + Associates, Property & Business Lawyers Solicitor Director Joe Grassi was admitted to practice as a solicitor in 1977. In January 1979, Joe commenced employment with Lamrocks as an employed solicitor and became a partner on 1st July 1980. On the 1st. July 2006 Lamrocks incorporated and Joe became a director and was the director in charge of the Property, Commercial & Revenue Law Division. On the 1st. July 2008 Joe left Lamrocks and now practices on his own account. Joe's area of practice is in domestic, commercial and industrial conveyancing and development, commercial leasing and Land & Environment, commercial, business, health and tax law. Joe provides legal advice to developer clients in relation to residential, commercial and industrial sub-divisions and strata developments and issues relating to environment planning and assessment, Joint Ventures and financial structures of developments. Penrith is home for Joe and his family and he has a keen interest in the area and a desire to see it prosper. Joe was a member of the Sydney West Area Health Service Research and Ethics Committee, a member of the AustLaw executive, a Director of Syd-West Personnel Pty. Limited and is currently Vice- President of the PVCC and also serves on its Development Committee. Joe has been an Accredited Specialist in Property Law since 1995, a Notary Public since 2004 and he is a current member of the Property Law Committee of the Law Society of New South Wales. Joe also has a weekly legal segment on Tim Websters Afternoon Show at 2UE. Please contact Joes office on 1300 783 975 to discuss your needs. -------------------------------------------------------- Buy Penrith Valley: have you got your sticker yet? Remember every dollar spent here in Penrith Valley will help build our prosperity and our futures!
--------------------------------------------------------- Report it: do not ignore it! Do your bit to protect our homes and businesses.
Penrith Police Phone: 02 4721 9444
St Marys Police Phone: 02 9677 7499 --------------------------------------------------------- Penrith City Council: Graffiti Hotline
FREE CALL: 1800 022 182 NSW Business Chamber NSW Business Chambers advice. Did you know? Leaving 1 computer and monitor on for a year, produces the same amount of greenhouse gas as a car makes when it travels over 3000kms. 35-40% of the total energy consumption of office equipment is during non-office hours. Producing one tonne of paper requires 3 times its weight in trees.
Government Departments
NSW:
Federal: --------------------------------------------------------- Who is doing what in the Area ... You could benefit from these services or even market your own business to the people some of these activities attract: * Justice of Peace Service
Londonderry Electorate Office: 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Contact office on 9833 1122. * Notary Public
Scott Johnson of Bateman Battersby. Contact him on 4731 5899. * Penrith City Council 1. Penrith City Council Local Government Elections 13 September 2008
The draw is now complete for all candidates. They can be seen on the NSW Electoral Commissions website. Copy the following link into your browser to view http://election.nsw.gov.au/ElectionWebService/GetCandidate00A024C67143.aspx?eventid=SLG%202008&redistributioncode=LG2008&areacode=Penrith&contestid=&groupnumber=&ballotname= Available from (save it to your favourites): http://www.penrithvalley.com.au/index.asp?calid=2 * Penrith Valley Economic Development Corporation (PVEDC) Michael Todd from PVEDC has advised that they are hosting a FREE Exploring Importing & Exporting Opportunities Forum on Thursday 4 September at Penrith City Council Nepean Room from 7.15am. For more information, please see the attached flyer. * St Vincent de Paul Society Vinnies Gala Dinner Bernie Fehon from Tactical Solutions has advised that the date for your diary this year is Friday 10th October at Crowne Plaza Norwest. The Emcee for the night is Len Pascoe: Australian Cricket Legend. The Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP is the guest speaker with Elvis also making an appearance. As always, there will be fantastic auction items and prizes. To secure your tickets, contact Stephanie Cameron at Crowne Plaza however Bernie would also like attendees to email him on This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to keep track of who is attending. If you would like to donate any auction items or discuss sponsorship packages, please contact Bernie on 02 4731 2299. --------------------------------------------------------- 14 August 2008Chamber Corporate Partner Chamber Function Series Sponsor
@ Print Pty Ltd Telstra Chamber Supporters 2008 We say a big thank you to the following businesses that are already extending on-going financial, or substantial in kind assistance for promotions and activities in 2008 in alphabetical order. @ Print, Coaching For Wealth, Complete Recruitment Solutions, Cool Country 2KA, HR Success, In Nepean Magazine, KGM Sales and Marketing Services, KickFM, Little & Rabie Betta Electrical, Muru Mittigar Ltd, Penrith City Star, Penrith Paceway, Penrith Press, Penrith Small Office Solutions, Pinnacle Taxation Service, Positive Balance Bookkeeping, St Marys District Band Club, St Marys Rugby League Club, Stormer Lawyers, Teresa Malecki, and The Complete Basketcase. Dont hesitate to contact Jill to discuss your opportunities. --------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to our New Members
John Cason: Comzone Pty Ltd
Luke Witten: Berger Piepers Chartered Accountants
Joe Grassi: Joseph Grassi + Associates
Martin Bullock: Western Sydney Academy of Sport Inc
Matthew Flynn: Mr Rental Penrith
Greg Nelson: Sirol Ecosolutions
Stephen Kirkham: UVO Pty Limited
Johnny Jalin: Calvary Financial Services
Armaghan Khan: Nandos Restaurant Penrith --------------------------------------------------------- Ulysses Presentation: How You Can Be Involved The Chamber is very keen to provide interested members with an opportunity to hear first hand how the Ulysses AGM to be held here next March, can impact on your businesses in a very positive manner. Peter Bernard is the local Ulysses Nepean Chapter, co ordinator and he and his small team will address us on August 20th, at Emu Plains Sports Club from 5.00pm. Gladys Reed from the City Centre Association will be co presenting, relating her own observations and perspective from her visit last year to the AGM held in Coffs Harbour. Already a number of local businesses, including members have approached Peter about becoming involved. The old saying is pretty accurate, there is only the quick and the dead! Remember to let Patricia know you are attending or book today on our website. --------------------------------------------------------- Dunheved Industry Group (DIG) Networking The Dunheved Business Park Development Committee has been renamed the Dunheved Industrial Group and is now a sub committee of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce Inc. The purpose of the Group is to:
Lobby for the revitalisation and modernisation of Dunheved and North St Marys; The inaugural meeting and networking function will update you on our current activities, and seek your views in setting priorities for actions identified in previous consultations. The venue is St Marys Rugby Leagues Club and the date is Tuesday 26 August from 4.00pm to 7.00pm.
Bookings are essential as light refreshments will be provided. Book online today!
The next Telstra SBSG will be hosted by Alan Noble and his team at Sun-Masamune (AKA the Saki Factory) on 27 August, 6pm -7.30pm. This wonderful and unique venue is located at: 29 Cassola Place, Penrith. Go-Shu Australian Sake Brewery is a fully-operational work site therefore we consider safety aspects to be a major priority. Visitors must wear flat shoes. Thongs and sandals are not permitted - covered shoes are essential and anyone participating in tours must comply with safety regulations. Dont forget to let Patricia know you are attending or wander over to the website and book today. --------------------------------------------------------- The Hon Wayne Swan MP, Federal Treasurer Luncheon This luncheon is being held at the Function Centre, Penrith Paceway on Friday 5 September at 12 noon. Our Guest Speaker is The Hon Wayne Swan, MP. RVSP to Patricia by Tuesday 2 September or book online at our website as there is limited seating capacity and seats are selling fast. --------------------------------------------------------- Paceway Chamber Race Night 25th September, 08 As promised last year, The Paceway has generously offered Chamber members an opportunity to come along, have some fun and raise some money for the Chamber by offering us an exclusive one full night race meeting to be held on Thursday 25th September, 08. One race will be named after the Chamber, with sash and horse rug in our name! We hear from numerous members how much fun these occasions have been in the past. You will have the chance to sponsor races and place non permanent signage on the track, even sash the winners! As well, they arrange the photos and tours on the night too. Of course the races are covered by Sky Channel and in newspapers and radio. There are 7 races on the evening available for sponsorship (with the 8th already allocated to the Chamber) so get in quick with your sponsor request. The Paceway do all the hard yards for us, with programmes, sashes, rugs and Sky Channel. All you need to do is pay your money, put on your finery, get a few friends and colleagues together and come along to enjoy the fun. A beautiful buffet is on offer and includes beer, wine and soft drink for the duration of the races. There is a limit on numbers to ensure guests are comfortable with a great view of the track from the very pleasant Sky Lounge. Costs are:
* Full buffet and beverage catering [beer, wine soft drinks] and entry
* Full Race sponsorship $1000 Remember there are only 75 bookings available. First in best dressed for all categories. Race and banner sponsor bookings must be made by phone to the Chamber on 02 4725 0301. Normal attendance bookings can be done online so book today to ensure your spot! -------------------------------------------------- Consider this.. Happiness comes when your work and words are of benefit to yourself and others: Buddha It is a thousand times better to have common sense without education than to have education without common sense: Robert Green Ingersoll ---------------------------------------------------- Member of the Month This award is generously sponsored by Little & Rabie Betta Electrical. Do you promote the Chamber to others? Do you invite a guest along to functions? Do you use member contacts? If you are this active then you may well be in the running for Member of the Month. Let us know. Congratulations to this months recipient... August: Anil Puri, Coaching For Wealth Congratulations to the successful nominees so far this year...
February: Bernard Fehon, Tactical Solutions
--------------------------------------------------------- If you would like to be profiled please provide the Chamber office with around 100 words. This weeks profile is Delta Shop Supplies Delta Shop Supplies are wholesale meat and smallgoods suppliers. We specialise in the supply of premium quality meats and smallgoods to clubs, hotels, restaurants and deli's. Our range of products is extensive including beef, pork, lamb, veal and poultry as well as game meats, gourmet sausages, etc. Delta Shop Supplies pride themselves on the quality of their products and their personalised service. They are locally owned and have been operating for over 16 years. So whether you are a restaurateur or just after a great steak for the BBQ give us a call.
Contact Tim Smith (Owner/Operator) on 02 4733 2286 or 0417 263 977. Buy Penrith Valley: have you got your sticker yet? Remember every dollar spent here in Penrith Valley will help build our prosperity and our futures!
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Penrith Police Phone: 02 4721 9444
St Marys Police Phone: 02 9677 7499
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FREE CALL: 1800 022 182 Who is doing what in the Area ... You could benefit from these services or even market your own business to the people some of these activities attract: * Justice of Peace Service
Londonderry Electorate Office: 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Contact office on 9833 1122. * Notary Public
Scott Johnson of Bateman Battersby. Contact him on 4731 5899. * Penrith City Council Check out the latest edition of the Penrith Valley What's On Available from (save it to your favourites): http://www.penrithvalley.com.au/index.asp?calid=2 * St Vincent de Paul Society 1. Door knock appeal Escape from Poverty David Starr from St Vincent de Paul has advised that their door knock appeal is taking place later this month as part of the Parramatta Diocese Escape from Poverty Campaign. There are many people in Western Sydney who are trapped in a cycle of poverty for many, many reasons. This includes people who are homeless, people with a mental illness, families who are financially disadvantaged for whatever reason. This campaign increases peoples awareness about the work of the St Vincent de Paul Society and the plight of the disadvantaged people in our community. All money raised by the campaign funds the many good works of the Society. The door knocks will occur this month on August 23 and 24 as well as August 30 and 31. For more information please see the attached flyer. 2. Vinnes Gala Dinner Bernie Fehon from Tactical Solutions has advised that the date for your diary this year is Friday 10th October at Crowne Plaza Norwest. The Emcee for the night is Len Pascoe: Australian Cricket Legend. The Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP is the guest speaker with Elvis also making an appearance. The attached invitation contains more information. As always, there will be fantastic auction items and prizes. To secure your tickets, contact Stephanie Cameron at Crowne Plaza however Bernie would also like attendees to email him on |
