A COMPREHENSIVE, UP TO DATE "WHATS ON" LISTING OF BUSINESS EVENTS IN YOUR REGION
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February
24th (Friday)
Small Business Networking Group - Erina networking breakfast meeting
Time: 8:00am
Where: Delish of Erina
Cost: Visitors welcome
Guest speaker: Brett Hunter of Raine & Horne, Terrigal & Avoca Beach.
Bookings
28th (Tuesday)
Tax reporting and lodgement date
Details: Super Fund Tax Returns must be lodged by today.
28th (Tuesday)
Central Coast Business Chamber Member Showcase - Hotondo Homes
Time: 5.30 - 8pm
Where: 2/6 Morton Close, TUGGERAH
Cost: Free of charge
Details: On behalf of Central Coast NSW Business Chamber along with Greg and Sharyn James of Hotondo Homes Central Coast, we would like to extend an invitation to join us to showcase the brand new Hotondo Homes Central Coast premises.
Food, beverages and plenty of prizes will be on offer, along with a fantastic opportunity to network with your fellow members of the Central Coast business community…….and perhaps even a special guest!
For more details and registration see website
28th (Tuesday)
Wyong Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Dinner Meeting
Time: 6pm
Where: Wyong Race Club, Howarth St Wyong
Cost: Members $40.00 Non-members $50
Details: RSVP by 24th February. Bookings at website
29th (Wednesday)
MBA Golf Event
Time: TBA
Where: Kooindah Waters Golf Club
Cost: TBA
Details: Sydney verses Newcastle MBA Golf Club. Please contact Reynold Scuiriaga for event details.
29th (Wednesday)
Getting into Busines - BEC Workshop
Time: 10am - 3pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: There is no cost for this introductory workshop.
Details: This is a must if you are considering purchasing or starting a business. This workshop is aimed at educating you before you take the plunge into the world of small business!
To book or for more details see website
29th (Wednesday)
Business Planning for Business Growth Part A - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 9pm
Where: Zenith Building Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: We will workshop through the following topics:
- What makes a good Business Plan
- What do you need to include in your Business Plan?
- What makes your business different?
- Barriers to Plannning
For more details and to book see website
March
2nd (Friday)
Small Business Networking Group - Ettalong networking breakfast meeting
Time: 8:00am
Where: The Ettalong Beach Cabana, 175 Ocean View Rd, Ettalong Beach
Cost: Visitors welcome
Presentation Topic: To be advised
Website
4th (Sunday)
High Tea on the Green - Westpac Rescue Helicopters
Time: 2 - 4.30pm
Where: Magenta Shores
Cost: $45 per lady
Details: Helicopter High Tea on the Green is a fabulous way to share an afternoon with the girls be it family or friends, whilst supporting a great local charity, our rescue choppers. The High Tea has become a very successful fundraising event for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service with women of all ages coming together to enjoy delicious treats and tea! The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is our local free aero-medical service on call to our community 24hrs a day, 7 days per week. For more information on this event go to www.rescuehelicopter.com.au/events
7th (Wednesday)
Bookkeepers Support Network Meeting
Time: 8am
Where: Because of You Cafe, 7a The Rocks Arcade, Memorial Avenue, Ettalong Beach
Cost: No cost to attend.....just your coffee or breakfast!!
Details: For more details or to book please contact Kathy-maree Bartle on 0418 110 786 or email
7th (Wednesday)
Business Women Connect Networking Luncheon
Time: 12 - 2pm
Where: TBA
Cost: $35 Members, $55 Non Members
Details: TBA
For bookings see website
7th (Wednesday)
Business Planning for Business Growth Part B - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 9pm
Where: Zenith Building Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: We will workshop through the following topics:
- Elements of the Business Plan
- Financial Planning
- How will your business be different?
- What you need to put in your Business Plan
For more details and to book see website
8th (Thursday)
International Women's Day - Success Women's Network
Time: 11.30am - 2pm
Where: Wyong Council - Tony Sheridan Room
Cost: Non-Member Price: $50.00, Member Price: $40.00
Details: Celebrate International Women's Day and the fourth Birthday of Success Women's Network. Key note speaker: Nikki Webster. For more information and to book see website
Check out what we got up to during our previous meetings!!
9th (Friday)
Small Business Networking Group - Gosford networking breakfast meeting
Time: 8:00am
Where: European Cafe, 7 Wells Street, East Gosford - please note permanent change of venue
Cost: Visitors welcome
Guest Speaker: Kellie Target from Insurance Advisor Net speaking about business insurance
Website
14th (Wednesday)
Modern Selling Techniques - BEC two day workshop Part A
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where: Zenith Business & Function Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $130.00
Details: These popular workshops are for anyone involved in the sales function, just starting out or proficient and wanting to extend their knowledge. This course is delivered in two parts over two nights. For more details or booking see BEC Webiste
15th (Thursday)
Master Builders Association Central Coast Divisional Information Night.
Time: 5.30- 7.30pm
Where: MBA Gosford Office
Cost: Free to Attend
Details: Guest speakers: Brian Seidler - Executive Director, MBA NSW and Peter Meredith - Housing Director, MBA NSW.
RSVP: By 8th March. Email Judi McGuiggan
16th (Friday)
Small Business Networking Group - Tuggerah networking breakfast meeting
Time: 8:00am
Where: The Edge Café Tuggerah Business Park, 6 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah
Cost: Visitors welcome
Presentation Topic: TBA
Website
21st (Wednesday)
Tax reporting and lodgement date
Details: February IAS due for lodgement and payment today.
21st (Wednesday)
Bookkeepers Support Network Meeting
Time: 8am
Where: The Edge Cafe, Zenith Centre, Tuggerah Business Centre, Tuggerah.
Cost: No cost to attend.....just your coffee or breakfast!!
Details: For more details or to book please contact Kathy-maree Bartle on 0418 110 786 or email
21st (Wednesday)
Modern Selling Techniques - BEC two day workshop Part B
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where: Zenith Business & Function Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $130.00
Details: These popular workshops are for anyone involved in the sales function, just starting out or proficient and wanting to extend their knowledge. This course is delivered in two parts over two nights. For more details or booking see BEC Webiste
23rd (Friday)
Small Business Networking Group - Erina networking breakfast meeting
Time: 8:00am
Where: Delish of Erina
Cost: Visitors welcome
Presentation Topic: TBA
Website
28th (Wednesday)
Social Media Domination for Small Business - The Basics - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 8.30pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: In this fantastic workshop you will discover how to...
choose the right social media tools for your business
set up Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Youtube
grow your business using Social Media
create valuable content easily and effortlessly
build your profile and create more brand awareness
For more details and to book see website
30th (Friday)
19th Annual Wyong Chamber Golf Day
Time: 7am Registration & Breakfast, 8am Shotgun Start
Where: Kooindah Waters, Kooindah Blvd, Wyong
Cost: $80 per player (includes Green Fees, Shared Golf Cart, Breakfast & Lunch)
Details: Special Guest RICKY SCHMIDT Fundraising for Breast Cancer "Hole 2 - Pay to take the Pro's shot". For more details or too book see website
31st (Saturday)
Tax reporting and lodgement date
Details: Income tax returns due for tax payers with a taxable payable of $20,000 or more in 2010*
*Note: Where taxpayers have not lodged their previous year tax return on time or through a tax agent in 2010 the date for lodgement of the 2011 tax return was 31st October 2011.
April
3rd (Tuesday)
Make your Mark - The Importance of Trademarking your Business - BEC Workshop
Time: 1 - 3pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre
Cost: There is no cost for this event
Details: A trade mark can be the most valuable asset and marketing tool of a business. However, many business owners are not aware of how to use and protect their trade marks effectively. There is often confusion between trade marks and business names, which are very different concepts. Contrary to what you may think, business name registration does not give you ownership of the name of your business.
For more details or to book see website
4th (Wednesday)
Social Media Domination for Small Business - Advanced - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 8.30pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: You will walk away, ready to use Social Media and grow your business immediately.
For more details and to book see website
May
1st (Tuesday)
New Work Health and Safety Regulations Seminar - Gosford
Time: 7.45 registration for 8am start - 11am
Where: Gosford RSL Club, 26 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford
Cost: Members free, Local chamber member $35, Non-member $45.
Details: Attendance limited to 2 people per company.
Key Benefits
1. Gain knowledge of the model work health and safety regulations
2. Summary of key changes for NSW
3. Access to material to educate business on the legislative changes
Bookings can made via website
1st (Tuesday)
New Work Health and Safety Regulations Seminar - The Entrance
Time: 12.45 registration for 1pm start - 4pm
Where: Diggers at The Entrance, 315 The Entrance Road, The Entrance
Cost: Members free, Local chamber member $35, Non-member $45.
Details: Attendance limited to 2 people per company.
Key Benefits
1. Gain knowledge of the model work health and safety regulations
2. Summary of key changes for NSW
3. Access to material to educate business on the legislative changes
Bookings can made via website
2nd (Wednesday)
Recruitment and Staffing Structures - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 9pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $85.00
Details: Structuring your business to attract and recuit the best people for your success
For more details or to book see website
9th (Wednesday)
How to Recover Debts Part A - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 9pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: Participants receive
1 hour free consultation with presenter Stephen Bowerman Hard copy and soft copy of the participant workbook Certificate of Attainment CD copy of all handouts and useful templates (valued at over $350!)
For more details and to book see website
15th (Tuesday)
Tax reporting and lodgement date
Details: All other income tax returns required to be lodged (companies and individuals)*
*Note: Where taxpayers have not lodged their previous year tax return on time or through a tax agent in 2010 the date for lodgement of the 2011 tax return was 31st October 2011.
16th (Wednesday)
How to Recover Debts Part B - BEC Workshop
Time: 6 - 9pm
Where: Zenith Business Centre, Tuggerah
Cost: $65.00
Details: Participants receive
1 hour free consultation with presenter Stephen Bowerman Hard copy and soft copy of the participant workbook Certificate of Attainment CD copy of all handouts and useful templates (valued at over $350!)
For more details and to book see website
17th (Thursday)
Central Coast Research Foundation’s 2012 Economic Update
Time: 7 - 9am
Where: Mingara Recreation Club, Tumbi Umbi
Cost: TBA
Details: For reliable, informative updates on local, national and global economic conditions to help your business planning.
For more information visit our website, or phone: 1800 000 237 (freecall) or email email for details.
18th (Friday)
Buy Local Festival 2012 - Day 1
Presented by B2B with a Twist
Time: 10am - 3 pm
Where: Central Coast Business Park 330 Pacific Highway North Wyong
Details: To be advised closer to the date
19th (Saturday)
Buy Local Festival 2012 - Day 2
Presented by B2B with a Twist
Time: 10am - 3 pm
Where: Central Coast Business Park 330 Pacific Highway North Wyong
Details: To be advised closer to the date
October
25th (Thursday)
Central Coast Research Foundation’s 2012 Economic Update
Time: 7 - 9am
Where: Mingara Recreation Club, Tumbi Umbi
Cost: TBA
Details: For reliable, informative updates on local, national and global economic conditions to help your business planning.
For more information visit our website, or phone: 1800 000 237 (freecall) or email email for details.
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