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23rd Apr 2010- Our Contact Details
Our Contact Details are as follows -
mail@gcci.com.au
PO Box 1210, Gladstone Qld 4680
or phone our President, Jackie Miller on 0429 724 809 or direct email mannixgraphix@yahoo.com.au
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30th Apr 2010- Chamber opposed to split time zone
Sixty percent of members of the Gladstone Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) are opposed to daylight savings in Gladstone, and nearly all members oppose splitting the state into two time zones, according to a recent survey.
The Chamber Vice President Jackie Miller said that while there is 40% support for daylight savings, many members feel having two time zones in Queensland would severely inconvenience local businesses.
"I think it's important to remember that we need to make doing business easier, not harder," Mrs Miller said.
The Chamber conducted the survey of its members after the Queensland Premier, Anna Bligh, asked for feedback on splitting Queensland into two time zones following the issue being raised in the Queensland Parliament.
The simplification argument seems to be behind much of the 40% support for daylight savings with one member saying, "Either the whole state does it or not. I would prefer to have daylight savings just to keep in line with other states."
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26th Jun 2010- YouthInvest & Mentoring Program
GCCI is discussing working in conjunction with YouthInvest to begin a mentoring program with some of the local high schools. While this is still in the discussion stages, the Chamber have raised their hand to become involved in this important program.
Training will be available for anyone wishing to participate.
Obviously there will be other procedures and protocols that we'll need to follow, i.e. Blue Cards etc, however at this stage we are calling for expressions of interest.
If you are interested in coming on board please contact Jackie Miller on 0429 724 809 for more information.
For a peek at how the mentoring program looks, copy and paste this link into your web browser: http://www.youthmentoring.org.au/view_mentoring_stories.php?nid=26 |
30th Jun 2010- Free statewide series of business improvement workshops
The global financial crisis might be over, but who knows what the future holds?
This statewide series of workshops is a Queensland Government-funded program to help Queensland businesses improve in the current economic climate. In a single evening you'll learn valuable management, marketing and productivity strategies which could help you to improve the performance of your business. You will also gain an insight into what the future holds and how to prepare for it.
When: Wednesday 21 July 2010
Time: 5.30 pm
Venue: Rydges Hotel Gladstone, 100 Goondoon Street, Gladstone
Cost: Free
Registration: Copy and paste this address in your web browser for registration: http://certainsuccess.eventbrite.com/
or Phone 1300 644 361
There is no cost to attend, but seating is limited so bookings are essential. Reservations will be taken strictly on a first come, first served basis.
This workshop is funded by the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation and delivered by Brett Chamberlain.
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7th Jul 2010- Next General Meeting
Our General Meeting will be held at the Gladstone City Library Meeting Room - 7th July 2010 at 12noon.
$10 cover charge applies to all members. Non-members are welcome to attend at a $20 cover charge.
RSVP's essential due to catering purposes. mannixgraphix@yahoo.com.au or Phone Jackie 0429 724 809
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16th Jul 2010- Next Business After Hours
This month's business under the spotlight is Westpac Gladstone - Goondoon Street. Come and join Lance Harding and his team for a chance to get 'behind the scenes'.
Date: 16th July 2010
Time: 6pm to 7pm
Cost: Free
RSVP's essential: Lance Harding lanceharding@westpac.com.au
Jackie Miller mannixgraphix@yahoo.com.au
GCCI introduces Business After Hours (BAH). Westpac Gladstone - Goondoon Street will be showcasing their fabulous organisation to the members of the Chamber.
Benefits to host:
- Opportunity to get the members of the Chamber talking about your amazing business and its wonderful features and benefits to others in the local community.
- Excellent networking opportunity
- A chance for staff to get involved increasing a sense of responsibility and pride in their workplace
Benefits to Chamber members:
- Excellent networking opportunity
- The chance to see behind the scenes running of the host business
Cost is Free
For more information please contact Jackie Miller on 0429 724 809 or email mail@gcci.com.au
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