Weekly Function Updates and Deals
…Upcoming Events - breakfast, lunch & after hours for profitable networking
Henry Ford: The man who will use his skill and constructive imagination to see how much he can give for a dollar, instead of how little he can give for a dollar, is bound to succeed.
New members
Welcome to three new members this week, we look forward to providing great opportunities for business development. Thanks to members who have provided numerous referrals to the office for follow up, new members provide the sustainability and growth that Local Chambers have constantly enjoyed.Take the time to welcome any new members that you meet it may lead to a good future relationship!
Last Weeks functions
While business is going extremely well for the majority of members and often causing time constraints, we are pleased that so many members take time out to support the activities. Last week, three functions were enjoyed in Forrestfield a breakfast (Credit Control, Cameron Clifton, Martin De Hass Solicitors), a tour of Armadale’s award winning Just Jarrah and Victoria Park’s networking lunch.
Dynamic Business
You will be receiving your monthly BusinessNetworker and Dynamic Business /Dynamic Export in the mail- some excellent articles in for business education- worth a look!
I look forward to seeing you at a function this week and enjoy dynamic business!
Yours in better business!
Charles D P Bellow
C E O
A FUNCTION NOT TO BE MISSED
Tuesday 22nd May – Perth North Business Breakfast ClubMembers and guests are invited a stimulating & informative breakfast. Local Chambers Perth North is rapidly becoming recognised as being north of the river's premier business networking organisation. Come and meet key business people of the Osborne Park area.
Who should come:
* Business decision makers
* Business people wanting to expand their business
* Business people wanting to get to know other key decision makers
* Business people wanting to gain vital information to improve their business
Increase your referral credentials and networking opportunities for yourself and other members by inviting a client, colleague or supplier. Click here to book online.
OTHER GREAT FUNCTIONS
Tuesday 22nd May – Perth North Business Breakfast ClubMembers and guests are invited to a stimulating & informative breakfast, bring a colleague to come along and network with potential clients. Click here to book online.
Wednesday 30th May – Special Function at Parliament HouseMembers and guests are invited to a special opportunity to take part in an innovative concept at Parliament House with Chamber member Tony Simpson MLA Member for Serpentine Jarrahdale. Click here to book online.
Wednesday 6th June – Meet the State Treasurer & Under TreasurerMembers and guests are invited to a special breakfast to hear from the ‘horse’s mouth’ about how WA’s economy is performing, predictions for the future and what incentives business has to develop in today’s economy, from a State Government perspective. Click here to book online.
Monday 11th June – Armadale Business Club Members and guests are invited to join us at the Manse Restaurant for this months Business club. Special guest speaker Cameron Clifton will provide a informative presentation on debt recovery. Click here to book online
Tuesday 12th June – Perth City ‘Think BIG’ Members & guests are invited to attend the Local Chambers Business Development series supported by RSM Bird Cameron, ActionCOACH & Bendigo Bank. ‘Think BIG’ is a unique opportunity to look at one’s business activities to reform and improve outcomes for the bottom line dollar. Click here to book online
Wednesday 13th June – Eastern Districts Business After Hours Members and guests are invited to join us at the Office of Tolton & Co for this months Business club. Special guest speaker Ron Gibson from GO Networking. Click here to book online
Special Date to add to your Diaries
Friday 22nd June – Annual Business Dinner of the Year & Awards Night2007This is a function not to be missed, The dinner and awards now in its 14th year continues to be a quality night out to recognise business’s great achievers. Nominations are open to ALL business not just chamber members (do you know or do you have a business that would benefit from being nominated in these prestigious awards which are now in there 14th year) if you would like to nominate your business or a business you would like nominated please contact Liz on 9472 9303 for an application form. This is a great opportunity to bring clients, colleagues and friends to an action-packed evening. Bringing together progressive business people, community leaders and senior State and local public figures, the event is a must for your business calendar. Special rates are available for overnights accommodation including breakfast at either the InterContental Burswood or Holiday Inn Burswood Hotel For more details phone Shirley on 9472 9303
Website of the week
Westcare Industries, the trading arm of Westcare Incorporated, provides employment and training for people with disabilities to enhance their lifestyles and assist transition to independent and respected members of society.
Westcare Industries is a Western Australian owned no-profit organisation, guaranteeing high quality products and services catering for all needs.
Our industries include Westcare Box, Safety, Foodpak, Industrial Packaging and Print, manufacturing products such as cardboard boxes, uniforms, safety wear, industrial packaging, printed materials and food packaging for a clientele including some of Western Australia's major corporations and industries.
Headquartered in Nedlands and with a very modern factory in Bassendean, our superbly equipped premises accommodates 150 staff members, including a number of people with disabilities who provide hands-on finishing services to the highest possible standard.
We are proud recipients of ISO 9001:2000 approval and many other certifications recognising our high quality of products and services.
For further information feel free to contact us T: 08) 6389 4100
SNIPPETS
A large number of members are subscribing to our snippets column. To allow for the increased demand snippets is limited to 3 lines. For further information about your snippet a link will be made to the relevant website. Keep your snippets coming in and remember to provide the appropriate link address.
Maximise the benefits of e-Business Networker. If you have a special offer or event that you would like to promote to other members and the wider business community, or perhaps anything for sale, space to rent, or any ‘snippets’ of information, e-mail mail to success@localchambers.com
Zebra Interactive is offering a 10% discount to all Chamber Members. Receive a 10% discount, on all Website Development, and eBusiness marketing. Ask about our Rental Agreement. All of your payments on a Rental Agreement can be 100% tax deductible as an operating expense. Contact Paul Murphy on 0409 684 254. Visit our new website www.zebrainteractive.com/paulmurphy
Tired of sitting over a keyboard, wondering what to say? Let me help. Bob Campbell Freelance Writer can help with flyers, brochures, company profiles, web text and more. Call me on 0419 849 835, email bob@campbellfreelance.com.au, web site www.campbellfreelance.com.au.
M2 Telecommunications asks: Every month you pay your phone bill religiously and what do you get besides the use of the phone?, sweet nothing. If you had the opportunity to travel anywhere in the world and if someone else was paying for it, what would you say?. M2 shows you how this opportunity is yours for free with no contracts attached. Call Bernard on 040 999 1485 or follow the link. If you have some time, visit our website www.m2.com.au
ActionCOACH (formerly Action International) Business Coaching regularly holds Business Workshops at their East Perth Office. In just 2 and a half hours you are guaranteed to learn some practical ideas to implement into your business immediately. Call Michele Alexander on 0403 824261 or 9325 1811 to find out the next available date or to arrange a 1on1 Business Health Check and discuss how I can help your business move up to the next level.
The TOP 5 GUIDE – in print, via SMS and online at www.top5guide.com.au. Its Perth’s fast guide for locating businesses in your local area . The 2007 edition is selling fast. Call 13 TOP 5 now, then when anyone in Perth goes looking to find your business quickly and easily they will go straight to - www.top5guide.com.au
How Safe is the Water You Drink? Don’t let Your Body be a filter, install an award winning West Coast Water Filter Man water purifier now. Call Richard on 1300 663 037. Mob: 0414 211 237. www.waterfilterman.com.au
Work Smarter, Not Harder. If you would like to Work Smarter, Not Harder, and manage your business more effectively, contact Smart Boss and outsource your small business bookkeeping and financial reporting. Special Offer for a limited time for Local Chambers members: Contact Rasmus 0405 768 390 or visit www.smartboss.com.au
IT'S WORTH THE DRIVE!!!! DIGITAL PRINTS only 25 cents each with a FREE CD BURN of your memory card (min 50 - Max 200 at any one time) Flash your local chambers badge and use our easy to use digital kiosks to receive this fantastic offer at Forrestfield Photographics, Shop 18 Forrestfield Forum Shopping Centre, 20 Strelitzia Avenue, Forrestfield WA 6058 - (08) 9453 2698 www.forrestfieldphotos.com.au
Brian Leaning-Mizen, Master Sales trainer and coach, continues to run his enormously successful Sales Forums. For more details contact Brian 92553625 www.mindsynergy.net
Armadale Christian College is a K-12 school with excellent programmes from kindy to upper school. They offer to waive enrolment fees for children of Local Chamber Members. Call 94971751 for an information pack and to discuss your child’s needs. Tell them you’re a member when you call.
Ongoing member’s specials & deals
Ray White Real Estate Watson & Assoc (Gosnells Office) has an ongoing offer to Chamber Members, of a 10% discount off their standard scale of fees when they list and sell. Call Graeme Watson on 9398 6055 or graeme.watson@raywhite.com
FREE Sandstone blocks Anyone looking for sandstone and concrete garden blocks, give Karl Howard a call on 9458 1700 you can take as many away as you like ,for free! Just mention that you are a member of Local Chambers!
Blue Rocket Add value for your clients, generate more business from your clients, win more clients through current clients, create an insurance policy to keep your clients – and more at the Business Retreat 21 Colray
InterContinental Perth Burswood and Holiday Inn Burswood Business accommodation rates is being offered to qualifying members Contact Anna Simione Business Development Manager 08 9362 8876 or email asimione@burswood.com.au for more information
Boranup Forest Retreat is offering 3nts mid-week for $450 in their beautiful, new 2brm chalets with separate, enclosed spa room. Or take the family to the Lodge this October school holidays from $180p/n
Invest for the future – West Coast Property Training’s Property Investment Course aims to empower students to make educated decisions when they come to buy, sell, rent or develop property. To learn more about this unique course, offered in both full time and part time study modes, contact West Coast Property Training on (08) 9300 0000 or visit www.wcpt.com.au
Ace Rent-A-Car, for cars, minibuses, vans, utes, and car trailers. 10% discount to Local Chambers members, also free upgrades *(Subject to availability). 313 Hay Street Perth (Opposite Perth Mint) 9221 1333 & 1004 Albany Hwy East Vic Park 9472 4222 Call Phil, Carol, Lyn or Sharlene. www.acerent.com.au email us drive@acerent.com.au
Western United Financial Services Pty Ltd partnering Local Chambers offer business insurance, financial solutions (income protection, superannuation & more) risk management (workers compensation, occupational health & safety & more) and links to a legal service for insurance claims for more information call Mark Medlock on 9221 2022
Araluen Botanic Park "Art in the Park" last Sunday of every month at Araluen Botanic Park, Roleystone. Phone 9496 1171. www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au
Dingo Promotional Products - Engraved BIC Keyring (100 units) $3.50 each - Engraved BIC Metal Pen (50 units) $10.90 each - Caps - Embroidered (100 units) $5.40 - Stubbie Holders (100 units) - 1 colour print $3.00 each. All prices are plus GST. just click www.dingopromotions.com.au Contact Dingo Promotions Ph:08 9317-7502
Nationwide Records Management and Storage - FREE to Local Chambers members - first two months of archive storage! NRMS still provides FREE archive box collection, professional personal service and the best archive storage prices in town. Call Gavin 9445 9890 or visit www.nationwiderecords.com.au
G&S Furniture Sales – is offering a 10% discount on office chairs to all Chamber members. These include Gaslift, Fully Ergo, Executive and Visitor Chairs. For further information please contact Sue or Gill on 9479 5881.
Simplicity Funerals – Armadale & Osborne Park are offering a 10% discount to Chamber members For more information please call Craig Renshaw on 9443 1666 or visit there website www.simplicityfunerals.com.au
ACE Copiers & Communications will provide Local Chambers members a free no cost, no obligation document analysis to see how he can save you money. “A dollar saved is a dollar earnt.” Call Tony on 1300 782 328 or visit there website www.acecopiers.com
Ewen Malcolm – Turn numbers into knowledge, we will analyse your business’s financial statements; provide a report to locate the drives of your business. Find out how to strengthen the balance sheet & see results immediately. Special price for members Call Ewen on 9381 9377 or www.ewenmalcolm.com.au
KEA Media & Marketing is offering fixed prices on a very large array of products and services which includes design and printing of stationery, press adds, brochures, newsletters and more. Call Keith Ellis or Glenda Roberts on 9356 2777 or visit the website www.kea.com.au
Affix Promotions is offering a 10% discount on orders of quality dome coated name badges, lapel pins and metal keyrings – these come in different shapes & sizes – all fittings are available. Call Peter or Jennifer on 9277 7826 for more information.
We acknowledge the following companies that have provided ongoing support for Local Chambers and its membership, and strong leadership in the local business community
Platinum
ActionCOACH Business Coaching Bartercard DVG Automotive Group Star 3 the Sunday Times
Gold
Abbotts Industrial Cooling Alliance Recruitment Bendigo Bank Curtin Business School - School of Accounting
InterContinental Perth Burswood KEA Media & Marketing Lust Pearls RSM Bird Cameron
Simplicity Funerals Sound Finance The Growers Zenox Industries Global Pty Ltd
Partners
ACE Copiers & Communications – Copying Partner
Alliance Recruitment – Recruitment Partner
Australian Red Cross, WA - Occupational Health & Safety Training Partner
Blue Rocket Business Systems – Business Improvement Partner
Star 3 – Corporate Web & Member Management Systems Partner
Western United Financial Services – Business Insurance Partner
Local Chambers of Commerce & Industry (Inc)
Representing the needs of members through enterprising partnerships, networking services and Innovative strategies that assist business growth.