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Inland Rail Business Capability Webinar

Inland Rail Skills Academy is holding a business capability development webinar on 30 November, 9:00am to 1:00pm, for regional subcontractors, suppliers and equipment providers seeking to work with our construction contractors. Attendees will learn practical tips on how to prepare tender submissions, manage contracts and how to register for upcoming supply opportunities.

 

Please find below a link that you can share with your networks who may be interested in learning more, or registering to attend the session.

 

Business capability development webinar – Inland Rail (artc.com.au)

 

Event overview

By attending this webinar, hosted by the Inland Rail Skills Academy, prospective subcontractors, suppliers and equipment providers to our construction contractors can learn practical and proven ways to promote their business, places to register for upcoming opportunities and key safety and commercial compliance requirements to be eligible to supply to major projects.

Attendees will also learn how to prepare tender submissions, and tips on managing contracts.

About the presenters

Guest speaker

David Watt, Head of Commercial, will be providing an overview of the Inland Rail Program which includes an update on the Procurement and Contracting strategy and delivery schedule for our construction projects.

Facilitator

Steven Vermey, Principal of Scarp Vantage Consulting, is a qualified civil engineer with more than 18 years’ experience developing tenders and evaluating and responding to tender submissions in government and private sectors across Australia.

Steven has a strong track record of working with businesses to get ready for tenders. He is passionate about helping businesses understand what best practice tender preparation looks like.

His expertise includes tendering fundamentals for small businesses, how to develop conforming tenders and market positioning tips for winning tenders.

Registration

This will be an online session only. Secure your spot by completing the form below and we will provide you with event login details. If you have any questions please email [email protected].

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The Buy Local 2021 Christmas Campaign

The Chamber would like to pass on this information from Jon Krause MP:

Together, Federal Member for Wright, the Honourable Scott Buchholz MP, and I are “putting our money where our mouths are” and are bringing back the “Buy Local Christmas” Campaign for 2021. This campaign will be run in the lead-up to Christmas in conjunction with various Chambers of Commerce across the Scenic Rim, to support local businesses, who have had to endure drought, fires, floods and COVID-19.

I know many businesses in our region are doing it tough. While I know many people buy local often, sometimes an extra incentive can help – so every dollar possible stays in our community.

The Buy Local Christmas 2021 campaign will give local shoppers a chance to win $1,000 cash.

To enter, people simply need to write their name and phone number on the back of a receipt from a local business from 8 November until Christmas and place them in a collection box around your community.

Any purchase from a local business will qualify – making it simple and easy so people are encouraged to spend locally and as often as possible in the lead up to Christmas.

 

Can you help?

Can you help by hosting a collection box at your business? That way, it makes it easier for people to enter the draw and encourage others to do so as well when they Buy Local Christmas 2021. We will provide the collection box and pick it up after Christmas.

 

If you can help, please contact my office via email at [email protected].gov.au or by phone to 5515 1100.

WORKSHOPS – Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning

The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning, SEQ West Office is offering some workshops for businesses. These are online and free of charge. (Details below)

Tendering – Top Ten Tips workshop
From planning your response to submitting your tender, this online workshop will give you the top ten tips to tendering and help you address the non-price criteria in tender documents.

·         Date: Wednesday, 10 November 2021
·         Time: 11.00 am – 12.00 pm
·         Link to registration page –  https://tenderingtoptentips-158327223989.eventbrite.com.au

Capability statement workshop
Help your business stand out from the crowd and improve your chance of securing contracts by attending a Queensland Government hosted capability statement online workshop. These interactive workshops help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements.

·         Date: Wednesday, 17 November 2021
·         Time: 11.00 am – 12.00 pm
·         Link to registration page – https://capabilitystatement-158328961185.eventbrite.com.au

Link to SEQ West Regional Office Department of State Development Eventbrite page – https://dsdilgpseqwest.eventbrite.com.au/

FREE CYBER SECURITY TRAINING

Cyber Health is a free program that has been developed to combat cyber security threats to your business, and others like yours across Queensland. We get it, running or working in a small business can be tough. Often business owners don’t have time to understand the complexities of cyber security.

That’s why we’re here – to build awareness about the importance of cyber security and offer simple solutions to help secure your business. Robust cyber security underpins Australia’s economic prosperity and will allow businesses, like yours, to grow and innovate.

For more information head to https://cyberhealth.com.au/

Top Takeaways from Leading Business Books – Y(E)P IPSWICH

Tue 7th Dec 2021, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Location: CSI – Club Services Ipswich
5 Lowry St, North Ipswich

No time to read?
Being an entrepreneur and running a business takes a lot of commitment and hours. A busy schedule often means that top-rated business book on your shelf, your Kindle or Audible account is still untouched.
Join Anne-Marie Walton as she shares her key takeaways in a condensed version of some of the world’s leading business books across topics including:
– Telling the story of your brand story
– Going beyond average
– Making people like you
– Everything marketing
– Starting up lean
Register now!

Plan Your Hustle Project -Y(E)P IPSWICH

18 November 9:30am – 11:30am

Location: Fire Station 101
101 Limestone St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

Join Anne-Marie Walton as she shares tips, tools, and real-life examples of using “hustle” as a strategic asset to boost your business outcomes.
Learn how to kick goals for your business on a project basis and:
· identify your strengths, project needs and stakeholders
· get your communications created, scheduled, and on the mark
· leverage resources
· put your learning into action
This interactive masterclass includes your own workbook and checklist to customise for your business. It has been developed from a keynote address Anne-Marie delivered at the Tropical Innovation Festival earlier this year.
Come along ready to plan for taking aim and hitting a target for your business!
At YEP Ipswich, Anne-Marie Walton is an Entrepreneurship Facilitator providing free business mentoring, training, and networking events to the Ipswich & West Moreton Region under an Australian Government initiative.

Scenic Rim Small Business Hub Back to Work Session

Thursday 4 November 2021 5.00pm

The Scenic Rim Small Business Hub, an initiative of the Department of Employment Small business and Training would like to invite your business to come and learn more about the Back to Work Program.

Tracy Ellul the Back to Work officer South East Queensland will delivering a presentation and will be on hand to discuss questions relating to the Program.

Join us online at 5:00 pm on 4th November to explore how the Back to Work program may be able to assist your business.

For further information on the Back to Work Program please visit: https://backtowork.initiatives.qld.gov.au

 

For more information about registering, email [email protected]

SCENIC RIM BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2021

The 2021 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards are back and are shaping up to be the business event of the year.

Local businesses, community groups, members of the public, visitors, and family and friends are all invited to help celebrate local business achievements at the official 2021 Awards Ceremony, to be held on Friday 5 November 2021 at the Boonah Cultural Centre.

Mayor Greg Christensen said he can’t wait to come together with the community to celebrate Scenic Rim’s business achievements.

“We all missed the awards last year due to COVID-19 so this is an overdue celebratory and networking event that has been strongly supported with nominations from businesses across all corners of the Scenic Rim,” he said.

“A total of 65 nominations were received from 49 businesses across 11 nomination categories and the calibre of these submissions have certainly made it tough for the judges ahead of the Awards Ceremony.

“The passion, resilience, dedication and determination we’ve seen by local businesses in the last 18 months is inspiring and I hope you will join us at the Awards Ceremony to celebrate our best and brightest business champions.

“The Awards Ceremony will be a spectacular night hosted by media personality Sofie Formica, best known for hosting travel and lifestyle programs such as The Great Outdoors and currently hosting Afternoons on Brisbane radio station 4BC, with entertainment from local musicians The Inadequates and beautiful trophies produced by local artist Faerie Fluer from Tamborine Glass Blowing.

“Guests will be treated to a three-course meal created with local produce and prepared by Scenic Rim local and chef extraordinaire Samantha Savery, plus a complimentary glass of a local wine or brew, so you can expect a celebration of all things Scenic Rim on the night.

“Our Business Excellence Awards Ceremony is an event for the whole community with plenty of time to catch up with friends and network after the official proceedings, so get your tickets and get ready to join in celebrating the achievements of the region’s businesses.”

Tickets for the 2021 Business Excellence Awards Ceremony are available online now at $80 per person, with sales closing Monday 1 November 2021. Find out more and book your tickets at www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/BEA

The 2021 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards Ceremony is proudly sponsored by Destination Scenic Rim, State Member for Scenic Rim Jon Krause, Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Beaudesert and District Chamber of Commerce, Boonah District Chamber of Commerce, Total First Home Solutions, Scenic Realty, Federal Member for Wright the Hon Scott Buchholz MP, Canungra Chamber of Commerce, and DGT Employment and Training.

The full list of nominations in each of the awards categories is as follows:

 

Excellence in Tourism and Accommodation:

Towri Sheep Cheeses

Binna Burra Lodge

Old Church B&B

Olive View Estate

Mountview Alpaca Farm

Spicers Retreat – Scenic Rim Trail

Tamborine Mountain Distillery

Wander at The Overflow 1895

Summer Land Camels

The Old Laravale School

Scenic Rim Brewery

Mt Barney Lodge

Oz Paragliding and Hang Gliding

On The Edge Events

Beaudesert Caravan Park

 

Excellence in Hospitality – Food and Dining:

Tamborine Mountain Distillery

Wander at The Overflow 1895

Scenic Rim Brewery

 

Excellence in Retail

La Mode Collection

Duck Junction

My Country Escape

Oppy’s Fruit n Veg

Ritchies IGA

Tamborine Mountain Distillery

Wander at The Overflow 1895

e360 Design

 

Excellence in Agriculture

The Lime Caviar Company Pty Ltd

Australian Lawn Concepts

Kay Cent Tee Trust

 

Excellence in Professional and Community Services

Live Fit Gym Canungra

GJ Walsh & Co

ACS Engineers

Honni Hayton Counselling

McAuley College Beaudesert

Tamborine Mountain State School P&C Association

Grace Your Space

Beaudesert Chamber of Commerce

Attitude Evolution

Scenic Rim Media

Destination Scenic Rim

 

Excellence in Transport, Logistics, Manufacturing and Mining

RV Tanks

Australian Lawn Concepts

 

Excellence in Trades and Construction

The H2O Tank Dr

Hobbs Building

Wander at The Overflow 1895

Bleuscape Design

 

Trainee/Apprentice of the Year

Brylie van Keimpema, Scenic Rim Regional Council

Krystal Bardell, Scenic Rim Regional Council

Corinne Cause, Fit Up Fitness

Teagan Viljeon, QCCCC Tamborine

 

Most Outstanding New Business

La Mode Collection

Instant Pay

Hazelwood Estate

Dandelions 3

Off The Farm

Wander at The Overflow 1895

The Old Laravale School

e360 Design

Attitude Evolution

GTM Music Studios

Fresh Auto Detailers

 

Excellence in Business (20+ employees)

Binna Burra Lodge

GJ Walsh & Co

Australian Lawn Concepts

Express Your Value: How to Say it Succinctly – Y(E)P Ipswich

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2021 AT 9:30 AM – 11 AM

Business Ipswich – Fire Station 101

You know that panicky, muddled feeling you get when you’re asked to explain what you or your business is about?
Your mouth goes dry, there’s a knot tightening in your torso, and your mind goes blank…
Ohmygawdohmygawd..um…um…err…help!
Relax.
In this workshop with communication expert Leanne Wyvill, you’ll find your voice and learn how to express the value of what you do with confidence.
Leanne will share:
Why you need to capture and communicate value concisely (in person and on paper)
Why the people you want to impress appreciate brevity and clarity
How perceived value influences action
How to distil what you have to offer into something that’s easily understood by someone else
Easy strategies you can try straight away to express value in helpful and respectful ways
Leanne Wyvill is an experienced communications professional who helps people in business express their ideas with confidence.
She founded Presence Communications in 2013 – a training and services consultancy which helps teams work better together with tailored business communication skills training, insightful True Colors empathy-building workshops, and one-to-one executive coaching.
Her handbook for public speakers, Chicken In – ditch the nerves and pitch the power, offers more than 150 practical tips for presenting under the spotlight with confidence. Workshop attendees will receive a promo code to purchase the book for half price.
Tickets –  https://events.humanitix.com/express-your-value-how-to-say-it-succinctly