Exciting new vision for Coffs Harbour Cultural & Civic Space

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Coffs Harbour City Council has released a preliminary Schematic Design for the proposed Cultural and Civic Space for the Coffs Harbour region. Coffs Harbour Mayor Councillor Denise Knight says the release of this unique building design is a welcome step forward,...

International air freight pre-feasibility study

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As everyone knows one of the Chamber’s highest priorities is to see an international gateway opened up via Coffs Harbour Airport for our regional exporters so we are incredibly delighted to hear the announcement by John Barilaro, and the NSW Government. Deputy Premier...

Who will step-up for Cowper?

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PREPOLL: Early voting for the Federal Election has opened in Coffs Harbour at 48 Harbour Drive. Here’s some issues to consider prior to voting. Photo:Trevor Veale The date has been set, Australia Votes 18 May 2019… and every player wants your vote! For the...

Business awards back for 17th Year

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It’s NOT too Late to Showcase Your Business! Calling all local business owners –Get your nomination entry in for the 2019 Sunnys Business Awards and Promote your Business – ONE WEEK until entry nominations close! This year, the awards will celebrate its 17th...

$500,000 boost to put spotlight on NSW seafood

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The Chamber applauds the financial commitment by the NSW Government into one of the Coffs Coast’s leading industries and economic drivers/employers. Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall MP today announced 12 projects would share in a $500,000 funding boost from the...

Small business owners need to be proactive in change not reactionary

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As a small business owner, it is difficult to find time to work “on the business” rather than “in the business”; we are all time poor and may find ourselves being “reactive” than “proactive” in our businesses.  When is the last time you looked at your business plan or...

Networking in Business – The Key To Success!

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  “Networking” – the action or process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts – “the skills of networking, bargaining, and negotiation.” Networking is about interacting with people and engaging them for...

Dive wreck plan gathers momentum

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A decommissioned naval ship could attract 5000 people to the state if it is transformed into an artificial reef and dive site The Chamber will be lobbying for several key economic opportunities for the Coffs Coast to increase visitation, jobs, and business...

Unfair taxes need reform

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Businesses in NSW are currently required to pay payroll tax to the Office of State Revenue at a rate of 5.45 per cent on any wages paid over the annual threshold of $850,000 in a financial year. Payroll taxes are higher in NSW than they are in both Queensland and...

Recognising the Coffs Coast’s best in business

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Nominate a local business for recognition in the annual Sunny’s Business Awards It’s time to nominate a business you love for the Sunny’s Business Awards Have you ever been so impressed by the service received from a Coffs Coast business you’ve...