Townsville Chamber of Commerce, Townsville, QLD Videos

Tomorrow is our FREE ‘Behind the Scenes’ networking coffee event, hosted this month by the Townsville Bulletin who are providing a free Coffee Presto coffee. Network with our local business community and take a tour of the print centre. Don’t forget your reusable cup 💚No need to register, just come along with your keep-cup and enjoy a great morning with us.WHEN: 8-9am Thursday 20 JuneWHERE: Townsville Bulletin Print Centre, 538 Flinders Street (Opposite CQ University) COST: Free🎥 flashback to our last coffee event when GetBranded gave away reusable coffee cups to help us reduce the number of cups going to landfill#townsville

Last week we hosted a round-table with the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia to discuss pressing economic challenges in our region, including rising insurance costs and labour availability. The meeting, attended by the new RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser, and a range of Chamber members provided a platform for direct dialogue about the economic conditions affecting our community. Our President Miranda Mears emphasised the importance of the discussions. “There were a number of opportunities and challenges presented, with businesses in attendance expressing optimism about a solid pipeline of projects, strong growth in property prices, and low vacancy rates in commercial properties, which is welcome news for the region,” Ms Mears said. “However, concerns were raised about labour affordability and availability, insurance costs, stamp duty, and equitable accessibility for regional businesses. “It is critical to ensure that government decisions are made in consultation with an understanding of their impact on industry.” "The Chamber values the RBA's efforts to understand the local economic landscape, acknowledging that no single agency can address all issues alone. We need to allocate funding for outcomes, not just delegations,” she added. The New Deputy Governor of the RBA Mr Hauser expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to engage directly with local businesses and community representatives: “Getting out and about in this way is a really vital part of ensuring we set monetary policy for all Australians, and draw directly on people’s experience as well as the aggregate economic statistics – and of course for me as a relative newcomer to the role, it’s a vital part of my wider education about how all parts of the Australian economy work,” Mr Hauser said. “We had a really rich discussion … hearing about the huge opportunities in the region, but also the challenges, including those around labour supply, housing,

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Win a rockstar arrival package to our upcoming event the Lexus Townsville LEADERS IN AVIATION ✈️ on Saturday 22nd June from 5pm Townsville Helicopters 🚁 pilot, podcaster, and Royal Flying Doctor Service Local Hero Georgie Arnold will interview fellow pilots: ✈️ Emma McDonald (Matt Hall Racing stunt pilot), 🚁 Brigadier Fern Thompson (Commander of 16th Aviation Brigade) ✈️ Vicki Harrison (Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia pilot ). WIN the ARRIVE LIKE A ROCKSTAR early bird package* Buy your event tickets before midnight on Wednesday 5th June, for your chance to win a money-can’t-buy rockstar arrival experience: • Luxury Lexus transfers to and from the event • A 10-minute helicopter flight over Townsville on the event night *T&Cs apply MORE INFO & TO BOOK https://www.townsvillechamber.com.au/lexus-leadership-event/ Lexus of Townsville Leaders in Aviation Townsville Helicopters Matt Hall Racing Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Michels Catering and Events #townsville #aviation #leaders #stuntpilot #helicopter

Insurance is an essential service. By legislation we need it to have loans and do business in the north. But we are paying tax twice on it in Queensland. GST and Stamp duty. So with higher premiums comes higher tax. We are paying higher premiums and thus more tax for the same over as other parts of the country. A tax on a tax. It's double dipping and it has to go. @stevenmilesmp @david_crisafulli fair go for the north #townsville #cairns

It’s funny looking at the reels and photos from our events I always talk to and meet so many people but there are always people I didn’t see or get to meet! So many opportunities for connection! Thanks everyone for coming to CBD Coffee today and to @wilmarsugaraustralia for sponsoring it’s always such a great start to the day. Our next Coffee event will be behind the scenes at Selectabilty in 2 weeks! Follow our socials for more! ~ Heidi#townsville

Introducing Tim
JOIN ME IN WELCOMING TIM TO THE TEAM I am thrilled to introduce our newest team member, Tim Bennie, as our Marketing Communications + Events Executive. Tim has been with us for almost a month now and has already made a significant impact across the board, he even recently served as the MC for our successful Chamber on Tap event, showcasing his diverse skill set and ability to engage our audience. Tim described himself in his interview as a “Jack of all trades, master of some”, and is a proud Star Wars fan. So today, on May the 4th, I couldn’t think of a more fitting day to officially welcome him to our team. Tim and I will be at our next event, Chamber CBD Coffee this Thursday 8-9am, free coffee sponsored by our friends at Wilmar Sugar Australia 📍Townsville Bulletin Square. May the 4th be with you, Tim! 🌟 ~ Heidi #townsville #maythe4thbewithyou

Round table with the Small Business Commissioner
A big thank you to The Queensland Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb and Director of Advocacy Luke Forster for joining us for a member round table lunch today. It was great to have the opportunity to discuss some of the challenges facing small businesses in a candid and open forum with a range of our small business members. Small businesses are crucial to the economy, and it’s vital that we continue to spend local where we can. The commissioner and her team are doing fantastic work in addressing some of the pressing issues facing small businesses across Queensland and it was insightful and inspiring to hear from both Dominque and Luke and what they are seeing across the state especially in regional and remote towns. It can be a lonely place for small business owners, so coming together as a group to share our experiences and concerns is invaluable. Click the link to join our mailing list and be amongst the first to hear about our upcoming events, workshops and opportunities to connect with like minded local business owners. >> . https://lnkd.in/gFSDWnJg Thanks to these dynamic members for joining us Lamont Print & Signs Coffee Presto TsvEats @mount joy cafe C Bar the Strand Australian Impact Group NQAV Star 106.3 Townsville AB Training Experts #townsville Queensland Small Business Commissioner's office

👉🏼 HEADS UP 👈🏼 Our next behind the scenes coffee will be at the Endeavour Foundation on WEDNESDAY due to ANZAC DAY. The Endeavour Foundation offers a range of business solutions in Townsville, each designed with a social conscience to not only assist businesses but also support individuals with disabilities. Come meet and connect with professionals from diverse fields, exchange ideas, and create potential business opportunities whilst we take a tour Free coffee thanks to “Thank-You Coffee”. 📍Endeavour Foundation, 83-87 Duckworth street Don't forget your reusable cup #townsville

Chamber & JCU Mentoring program
TIME TO SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE? Now in its fourth year, the Townsville Chamber of Commerce -@JCU: James Cook University, Australia Mentoring Program aims to build the skills and career development opportunities of JCU Business/Commerce/Law Students by connecting them to industry professionals for a shared learning experience. Mentees can learn from an industry mentor, and mentors can develop their leadership and coaching skills by guiding ambitious students who are at the start of their career journey. WHY BECOME A MENTOR? Becoming a mentor is a great way to give back and help guide the next generation of business professionals. It will also allow you to develop personal skills in leadership, talent identification, and addressing corporate social responsibility as well as improve your professional profile and the profile of your organisation. Mentoring will involve six one-on-one mentoring sessions, virtual check-ins and mentoring and networking events. WHY BECOME A MENTEE As a mentee, you can learn from an industry mentor who will guide you to help you at the start of your career journey. They will provide guidance relating to career planning, skill development, networking and job search techniques. This mentoring will help strengthen and build your network and gain the skills and confidence necessary to excel. Mentoring will involve a set number of one-on-one mentoring sessions, virtual check-ins and mentoring and networking events. To find out more about becoming a mentor or mentee and to register click >> https://www.townsvillechamber.com.au/young-chamber-mentoring/ THANKS TO THE MENTORS ALREADY REGISTERED JCU: James Cook University, Australia Regional Development Australia Townsville and NWQ Australian Impact Group PVW Partners Support Local Townsville Tan Lines Distilling Nxtgen Property Defence Force Recruiting Townsville #townsville

What a sensational weekend that saw our city “shine bright like a diamond” as the only Australian regional city and the last Australian concerts of P!nk Summer Carnival World Tour ✨ Thanks to everyone involved in creating an unforgettable weekend, adding an additional $50m in our local economy and post covid showcasing our city as a location for big events. Sets by KidCutUp and Tones And I were a bonus 🎤🎶First Elton John and now P!NK who will be next to headline at Queensland Country Bank Stadium #townsville #queensland

Pumped for P!nk
Fantastic to see the city turn pink for P!nk what a wonderful welcome to the region for the superstar and her fans. It is wonderful to see chamber members make the most of the opportunity to increase custom, profile and get creative like Coffee Presto who have tied this with the official launch of their roastery on Bowen Road. Tonight I'll lift a glass to Townsville Enterprise Townsville City CouncilQueensland Country Bank Stadium Queensland Government Live Nation Australia and so many other organisations who have been lobbying for international acts like this to come to Townsville. Thank you. Chamber were part of the advocacy for the stadium a few mango seasons ago now but back then weekends like this where visitors are expected to spend around $50m in our region were a dream. Listen to Coffee Presto’s Luke Guazzo and I talk to Michael Clarke at ABC North Queensland earlier this week. Let's get this party started! ~ Heidi #pink #townsville

Join our CEO Heidi Turner as she talks all things Chamber with ABCs Jess Naunton

Thanks to everyone who joined us for coffee yesterday to celebrate 30 years in Business for Michael Kopittke. Our next coffee event will be behind the scenes at the Cowboys centre of Excellence Thursday 29th February 8-9am#townsville

Thanks to the Morris Group for hosting us last night at the launch of Ardo, a game changing $88 investment to create Townsville’s first 5 star hotel featuring 132 rooms two signature restaurants (Japanese and steak/seafood restaurant) a rooftop bar, infinity pool with breath-taking wrap around views of our city. The venue, the food, the customer service, the views. Can’t help but have goosebumps at the exceptional level of attention to detail and the new vibe and wealth of potential it has created for our city. Bookings are open https://ardohotel.au

Chamber on Tap - Improve your online Presence for your business! We had an amazing turnout at the Heritage Exchange last night featuring The Boost Marketing Services. Natasha was captivating and engaging and provided the audience with easy, productive ways to get their businesses online, without costing an arm and a leg. There was also plenty of B2B networking before and after the event. Missed out? Don’t worry, keep an eye and an ear out next week for Natasha’s podcast for all the hints and tips. #townsvillechamber #netowrking #supportinglocalbusiness #chamberofcommerce #ChamberOnTap

Have you seen 👀 the new billboard in town???? Thanks to Townsville Billboard Advertising for putting up our Business Matters Lunch event for this Friday! Thanks to Super Cafe Giru for the scrumptious burger 🍔 BDmag The Ville Resort-Casino Tan Lines Distilling Support Local Townsville PVW Partners JCU: James Cook University, Australia Check it out 👇

A massive congratulations to Chamber member Redeem Team on their grand opening today! If you've been throwing your bottles or cans in the bin, you've been throwing away money! Get down and see the team at MAMS Redeem Team to cash in and maybe win some lucky door bottles during their opening week! #mamsredeemteam #containersforchange #stopthrowingawayyourmoney