Chamber of Commerce 2015-2016

DIRECTORY OF MEMBERS

CAIRNS

CHAMBEROF COMMERCE

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Message from the President President: Sam Marino

The Cairns Chamber of Commerce is the peak body for business representation in the Cairns region and one of the largest and strongest regional chambers in Australia. We constructively and collaboratively drive business growth outcomes for members and in the best interests of the Cairns business community. We have prioritised Cairns business issues on behalf of members since 1909, and will continue to be the only Cairns based business representative body that is exclusively Cairns focussed. We facilitate business success for our members, through the development of a strong and resilient regional economy, through the development of a constructive business environment, and by being the voice of business.

On behalf of our members, we strategically facilitate the growth of industry, support infrastructure development, and lead changes that drive increased business productivity, employment, trade and investment. We work in partnership with our members, partner stakeholders and all levels of government to constructively create conditions for business success in the Cairns region. We have four strategic objectives that we are constantly pursuing in the interests of our members and for the benefit of everyone in our region: 1. Drive business success and generate prosperity for members 2. Stimulate economic growth and industry diversification 3. Positively position Cairns business capabilities on a national / international basis 4. Member service delivery optimisation The Cairns Chamber as we know it today was formed with the adoption of a constitution on 8 October 1909 when the population of Cairns was 5,000. The Manager of the local branch of the Queensland National Bank, James Alison, accepted nomination as the Chamber president at time of constitution, which saw the introduction of monthly meetings, and an immediate drive to recruit new members. Land issues, potential trade with Papua New Guinea, the need for

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better courthouse services, fishing, timber and sugar industry problems were addressed by the Chamber during its first official year.

As the new President taking over from our former President, Ron Tong, who also followed and a long line of people who freely given their time to the Cairns Chamber, I feel honoured to have been given the opportunity to be at the helm of an organisation that is unquestionably doing great things right across our community. I hope all members can see that the Cairns Chamber of Commerce is an organisation that is growing from strength to strength – and since establishment in 1909, we are still passionate about making a positive difference for business, trade and industry in our region on behalf of members.

As a team, consisting of our Management Committee, our CEO, Deb Hancock and our Operational Team, we have invested our time heavily in nurturing relationships with members, domestic and international investors, government and partner stakeholders. With the opening of our PNG and Hong Offices last year, we are now seeing the benefits of these investments returning rewards for our members. From an international trade and business perspective, the Cairns region is now widely recognised as being ‘open for business’ thanks to our international business delegations and our ongoing commitment to the development of long term, mutually beneficial relationships with regard to trade, commerce and investment.

We look forward to continuing our work, in collaboration with all of our members, as we grow our region from strength to strength into a very prosperous future.

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Message from the CEO CEO: Deb Hancock We are the peak business and industry representative body for the Cairns region. We are grass-roots. We are locally based and focussed on the Cairns region. While we focus on business and economic issues, we care about our community and do everything in our power to make a positive difference in the Cairns region. Operationally, the Cairns Chamber of Commerce is made up of a small, high-octane team that prides ourselves on high performance and member satisfaction. We are a savvy, smart and strategically focussed bunch and we love what we do – ie: helping our members be successful in business. We are constantly innovating our practices and processes; while optimising member service delivery and membership value.

We welcome suggestions and feedback from our members, partner stakeholders and government on any issues or opportunities relating to the growth and development of business, industry and a prosperous economic environment.

As a not-for profit organisation, it is only through the support of our partners and members that we are able to lead initiatives to facilitate the growth of industry, support infrastructure development, and lead changes that drive increased business productivity, employment, trade and investment. If you are not already a member, we encourage you to contact one of the members within this book and discuss the benefits of membership from a member’s perspective.

We also encourage all of our members to contact the Cairns Chamber to discuss how you can maximise your membership through profiling,

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advertising, tailored partnerships, or by attending one of our industry leading events. We can provide your business with access to Major Project Proponents and Mine Executives at our Major Projects & Mine Managers’ Familiarisation event; with Purchasing Officers at our Business Expo; with investors or trading partners at one of our international delegations or with potential new customers at our Annual Golf Day or at one of our regular monthly business luncheons featuring ‘superstar’ speakers.

We are delighted with the breadth of members who have elected to be profiled in this publication – as you will see after reviewing this beautiful book, the business capability within the Far North Queensland region is outstanding and is a strength that we are sharing with the world via our International Business Development program.

Collectively, we will continue to create the conditions for business success and strengthen business in our regional economy – and we look forward to sharing this journey with each of our members.

Our members are at the centre of everything we do.

Our measure of success is your success. We are YOUR Chamber.

Warmest regards DEB HANCOCK Chief Executive Officer Cairns Chamber of Commerce

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Sam Marino President Beacon Lighting Sam Marino is the owner of Beacon Lighting which has traded in Cairns for 12 years, and Loot Homewares Cairns, which he operates with his wife. He has over 20 years’ business experience in many industry sectors including the electrical supply, marine, mining, building construction and real estate industries. He is the past Chairman of the Beacon Lighting Franchise Council and was instrumental in restructuring the council, transforming it into a more workable and results driven council. He currently sits on a variety of boards ranging from NFP and commercial boards.

Sam has a Masters of Business Administration MBA and is a Justice of the Peace Qualified, regularly performing the duties of this office for members of the community.

Adam Adams Vice President Adams Motor Group Adam Adams, Franchisor of NightOwl, bought the business in 2007. He and his wife also own six NightOwl stores in Cairns and North Queensland. The pair have been instrumental in the brand’s expansion and growth, developing new regions and states for NightOwl. Adam has strong links to the Cairns business community. In his earlier years Adam worked in his family business and then went on his own to open Adam’s Motor Group a business which he continues to oversee.

Jodie Duignan-George Vice President CQUniversity Jodie Duignan-George is the Associate Vice Chancellor of CQUniversity and is currently the Vice President of Study Cairns.

She has a strong background in corporate and commercial service management within the higher education sector, with experience leading teams and setting strategic direction for large enterprises who are major employers with significant economic impact.

Jodie is a firm believer that the Cairns region has enormous potential yet to be unlocked. As a Cairns local of 26 years, she is passionate about the region's development and is dedicated to strengthening its opportunities for education and industry alike.

Nick Masasso Treasurer Nick holds a Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) degree from the Queensland University of Technology and commenced employment with KPMG Cairns as a graduate accountant in 1993. Nick worked in KPMG’s Business Recovery and Insolvency, Audit and Business Advisory divisions providing services to a wide range of clients across various industry sectors.

Between 2000 and 2004, Nick undertook various roles in the UK including with KPMG, First Great Western and GE Capital. On returning to Australia, Nick rejoined KPMG Cairns progressing to the role of Cairns Office CEO/CFO. In March 2014, the Cairns office of KPMG rebranded to Grant Thornton and Nick joined Grant Thornton Australia in the role of Director of Operations. In that role, Nick oversaw the firm’s finance, budgeting and performance reporting activities as well as the firm’s human resources and marketing activities. Nick continues to provide advice to clients on a range of matters related to improving their business operations and performance. Nick is a Chartered Accountant and also holds an Associate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.

Nick Loukas Retail Pharmacy Group Nick Loukas is a local pharmacist in Cairns. Finishing his schooling in Cairns and owning his first pharmacy at 22 years old in Mareeba. He then returned home to Cairns in 1995 where he owned a number of pharmacies in Cairns and Smithfield. He developed the V Pharmacy and Alive Discount Pharmacy brands and franchised these.

At present, Nick is the Managing Director of Retail Pharmacy Group with business interests from Cooktown to Townsville. In 2011, Nick was invited to work with JCU as Chair of the Pharmacy Advisory Committee and continues to hold this position. He also has a Bachelor of Business and studied at Harvard Business School. Nick is a fellow of the Australian College of Pharmacy Practice and Management and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. With an office in Lake Street, Nick has been an active member of the Inner-City Working Committee throughout the CBD redevelopment. His passions are in marketing and leadership.

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Meet the committee David Pollock Bendigo Bank David has extensive banking and business background in the Cairns area since 1996.

David has a keen interest in the Cairns Community and has been a Chamber Management Committee member for 2 years between 2012 and 2014.

In May 2009 he initiated "Cairns Community Enterprise", a unique community model which currently supports over 200 local Not For Profit groups. To date this has put back over $500 k to local Not For Profit groups in the Cairns area.

David has personal interests in a subdivision business and also in a commercial property which when combined with his work background as a Business Banking Manager provides him with a clear understanding of the issues facing businesses in the Cairns area.

David believes that the Cairns Chamber needs to continue to be innovative in its approach and maintain a strong voice so that we get the right outcomes for Cairns.

Gary Aylward Hot Croc Advertising Gary is owner and managing director of Hot Croc Advertising, located in Cairns. His business has been operating for approximately 10 years and currently employs seven full time staff.

In addition to being one of two Vice Presidents on the Cairns Chamber of Commerce Management Committee, Gary is also a board member of Advance Cairns, and has been a founding member of the TradeLinked Cairns & PNG network, that helps promote business-tobusiness opportunities of the greater Cairns region in and out of Papua New Guinea.

Gary is also a strong supporter of promoting the region, nationally and internationally. Even though Cairns is very much a member of the global village, it needs to fight for its place in a challenging and ever changing commercial environment.

Scott Pearson Davis Langdon (an AECOM Company) Scott, with over 18 years experience, is an Associate Director and leads the Davis Langdon team in Cairns. Davis Langdon, an AECOM Company, has been operating in Cairns for the past 17 years and since the merger with AECOM in October 2010 the service offerings have enhanced across the region. Scott's involvement and exposure to major construction projects, for instance the Cairns Base Hospital, enable him to bring industry knowledge (such as procurement, project management and planning) to the committee and the members.

Scott's background is in Quantity Surveying (BSc Hons) and Project Management, and covers many sectors, including Health, Infrastructure, Education, Sports & Leisure, Commercial and Residential, with experience throughout Australia and the UK. After relocating to Cairns from the UK in 2006 Scott has been passionately involved in the local community and the Chamber of Commerce, having previously held the position of Chair of the Young Chamber of Commerce and Chair of the Infrastructure Taskforce. Currently Scott is Project Leader for the Cairns Young Chamber Sub-Committee and is driven to provide development opportunities that benefit the group, the members and the region.

Gayleen Toll Precruitment Cairns Chamber of Commerce Committee Member since 2012 with her focus on assisting small business, local employment initiatives and governance.

A passionate leader and businesswoman Gayleen moved to Cairns in 1998 and opened her own employment services business, Precruitment. Precruitment’s head office is located in Cairns with a second branch in Townsville since 2000.

An ISO 9001:2008 Quality assured company Precruitment is now a North Queensland leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in professional and administration recruitment, permanent and temporary placements for both commercial and government enterprise.

Gayleen is a past President of the highly successful Cairns Business Woman’s Club. A position that she held for three years in which time the club experienced tremendous growth and increased profile.

Gayleen is recent past Chair of the Board of KickArts, North Queensland’s leading Contemporary Arts Organisation; she was an active Board member for 6 years supporting our local arts community.

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Mayor: Cr Bob Manning

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Progressive years ahead As we begin the 2015-2016 financial year, Cairns has reason to be positive, with business confidence returning, steady growth in our tourism sector, and a financially strong Council that is focussed on delivering to its community.

The Cairns region sits on the cusp of a new dawn but our success is by no means guaranteed as we rely upon policy decisions and support from other levels of Government that promise to propel the North into the future it deserves.

I am encouraged by the Federal Government’s White Paper on Developing Northern Australia and the commitment of the Prime Minister to it which translates into a strong and clear statement that the Government is determined to advance the economic and social wellbeing of communities in Northern Australia.

As a Council, we are committed to progress the intent of the White Paper and will continue to do everything in our power to encourage and support investment and re-activate local industry to create jobs and opportunities, especially for our younger generations. Our focus should particularly be on the construction industry with a view to returning a crane to the skyline of Cairns as a priority.

This financial year, Council will inject more than $220 million into the local economy on materials and services associated with undertaking this year’s $142.7 million capital works program and for maintenance, renewals and other services delivered to the community.

By the end of the end of the 2015-16 financial year, Cairns Regional Council will have delivered just under half a billion dollars in capital works on the ground, without incurring additional debt. Our debt level per capita ($521) is the second lowest of 15 comparable Councils in Queensland.

This year’s Budget has been structured to ensure that critical new infrastructure will be delivered to the community, with $13 million committed to The Precinct project which will deliver a new Cairns Performing Arts Centre and the redeveloped Munro Martin Parklands.

This project has been a long time in the planning but we believe we have got it right in terms of it being in the right location and at a cost the community can afford without unduly burdening ratepayers in years to come. I sincerely believe that it is a project which deserves financial support by both the Federal and State Governments and we will continue discussions to secure that support.

Other major projects funded this year include the redevelopment of Tobruk Memorial Pool ($13m), upgrade to 11

Aumuller Street ($7.8m); Stage 1 of Shields Street Heart project and School of Arts refurbishment ($12.4m); and the development of three master-planned sporting precincts ($5.6m) at Walker Road, Alley Park and Martyn Street Reserve.

Council has also allocated $3.7 million to commence works associated with the initial stages of securing Cairns’ future water supply as part of the Water Security Implementation Plan which identifies a preferred strategy for water management and infrastructure to ensure our city will have ample water to service a growing population and expanding industry in the decades ahead.

To help kick start the construction industry, Council will commence a sewer rising main to progress the new sub-division of Mt Peter at a cost of $3.3 million, with $13 million committed next year.

We have again committed $2 million to Tourism Tropical North Queensland to boost marketing of the region. An additional $1 million in marketing funds can be leveraged by TTNQ to secure matching funding from other levels of government or the private sector. It is essential that we continue to support the industry’s efforts to tap into the lucrative Chinese market and secure a dedicated carrier which can provide direct air links between Cairns and China.

As a city, we on the cusp of seeing a number of significant projects commence that will add to our tourism product and boost new housing stock including the multiple mixed-use tower development in Spence Street (Nova 8); the Cairns Aquarium; the C3 project in the CBD; the mixed residential Botanica development at Caravonica; and the Adventures Waters Water Park planned for Smithfield. The respective developers of these projects need the right signals from Government to provide the confidence for the projects to proceed.

As a Council, we will continue to manage the city’s finances responsibly and promote economic growth by delivering a balanced budget, maintaining a strong credit rating and managing a sustainable level of borrowings commensurate with a growing city.

Through strong fiscal discipline, we will finish the 2014-15 year with an operating surplus in the order of $8 million, bringing the total surplus over the past two budget cycles to $15.5 million.

If the organisation continues to be prudent in its planning and expenditure, financial modelling forecasts over the next decade provide for capital expenditure of approximately $1.4 billion and annual rate increases in the order of 2% - 3.5%.

This augers well for the future of Cairns and the region and positions us to capitalise on opportunities. I believe that we are ready to respond with a common voice and work collaboratively with our community to realise our true potential.

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Meet the Chamber Office Team We are the peak business and industry representative body for the Cairns region. We are grass-roots. We are locally based and focussed on the Cairns region.

While we focus on business and economic issues, we care about our community and do everything in our power to make a positive difference in the Cairns region.

The Cairns Chamber of Commerce team is a small, high-octane team that prides ourselves on high performance and member satisfaction. We are a savvy, smart and strategically focussed team, who are currently undertaking an internal operational review to further

Danae Jones Business Development & PR Manager

Kathryn Clarke Tanya Corbett Acting Media & Executive Support Officer Member Services & Project Officer

Demi Mansfield Member Services Intern

Lauren McPhee Events Coordinator

Emma Post Member Services Intern

Renee Cassels Regional Migration Officer

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Courtesy of Alex Images

Deb Hancock Chief Executive Officer

increase in-house productivity and performance, while optimising member service delivery.

Our members are at the centre of everything we do.

We welcome suggestions and feedback from our members, partner stakeholders and government on any issues or opportunities relating to the growth and development of business, industry and a prosperous economic environment.

Please don’t hesitate to make contact with one of our staff members, who will be happy to assist you with your enquiry.

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The Hon Warren Entsch MP

‘Vision’ is a word that’s bandied around a lot, but sometimes it’s important to stop and consider the actual meaning - ‘the ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom’.

When I think about Cairns and envision the region in 50 years, I see us now at the tipping point of a change in fortunes.

We all know it’s been tough over much of the last decade. For many local businesses, it’s now a case of taking some strength from that old cliché that whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.

Fortunately, there’s a change well and truly in the air.

We’ve seen Aquis receive Federal Government approval, construction has started on Stage 1 of the Aspial development and is imminent for the Adventure Waters Water Park and the Cairns Aquarium, while Cairns Regional Councils’ plans for The Precinct are well advanced.

In the broader region, the Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas refurbishment is underway and the Mt Emerald Wind Farm and the Cook Shire Solar Project are waiting on final regulatory approvals. Solid work is proceeding on the world-class Mossman Botanical Garden and the IFED, Olive Vale and Crystalbrook Station agricultural developments.

Other projects – if not shovel-ready – are waiting on investment that is no longer ‘pie in the sky’ given the global investment climate – think Ella Bay, Nullinga Dam and the hydro-electric energy storage project at the old Kidston gold mine.

Meanwhile, we can’t afford to abandon our vision for the dredging of Trinity Inlet; let’s continue to look at the East Trinity site as a solution for dredge spoil that will cater to the future population growth in the region.

In addition, there’s no doubt that local residents, industries, businesses and community sectors are already reaping the benefit of a host of government policies.

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cheaper NBN. A focus on creating a new industry in tropical sports conditioning, Green Army teams on the ground, the biggest investment ever seen in the Great Barrier Reef and a determination to bolster aquaculture.

When it comes to business, we’re cutting red tape and focusing on jobs – particularly supporting younger people entering the workforce and older people getting back into the workforce, together with tax cuts and deductions that will benefit every business.

The most significant policy in my view though is the White Paper on Northern Australia.

What we’ve got here is unprecedented - the blueprint for the North is now locked into policy for current and future Australian Governments, who will need to take this into consideration when making decisions that impact on the region.

Roads, rail, ports, water, energy, tropical expertise, insurance, land tenure, tourism, agriculture, concessional loans, fisheries, indigenous enterprise, investment…. It’s all in here. We’ve even got a dedicated Red Tape Repeal Day for Northern Australia slated for 2016.

It’s now up to us to be innovative and capture the opportunities that are going to be presented, to leverage further investment and further development into the future.

A key factor that will enable this to happen is the alliance between peak organisations such as the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, Advance Cairns, Forum 4 Business Growth and TTNQ. Overall, I think we’re in a very good place – we’ve got a fantastic vision for where we want to be, the courage to be making things happen, together with the human capital and a positive investment environment to get us there.

The Hon Warren Entsch MP Federal Member for Leichhardt Chair of the Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia

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The future is bright

$1Billion development vision on track

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CEO: Kevin Brown

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Cairns International Airport

$1Billion development vision on track Cairns Airport is Australia’s northern gateway to the

Auckland and Port Moresby and a seasonal service to

Asia Pacific region. Holiday and business tourism

Shanghai.

passengers arrive into Cairns from around the world

Cairns Airport continues to explore opportunities to

either via direct international flights or domestic

grow export freight of the region’s live seafood, meat,

services. Resources sector passengers travel between

dairy and horticulture produce to capitalise on the

Cairns and various points in Asia, Indonesia and

high demand in Asia for high quality fresh food

Papua New Guinea.

products and add to the sustainability of international

Cairns Airport continues to progress its 20 year $1B

passenger services.

development vision. Construction of new Aviation,

China Eastern’s seasonal Shanghai service was

Commercial and Helicopter Enterprise Precincts on-

extended to run from December 2014 to February

airport will create opportunities for existing operators

2015 with three flights per week increasing to daily

to expand their businesses and for new companies to

throughout the month of February to meet demand

establish operations in Cairns. These projects are

during the 2015 Chinese New Year holiday period.

currently in the planning and design stages and will

Together with charter services by China Southern and

move into construction in the near future.

Cathay Pacific, these flights carried many of the

New international routes and growth in international

20,000 or so Chinese New Year visitors coming to

passenger numbers have been one of the highlights of

Cairns and Great Barrier Reef. China Eastern will

the past financial year for Cairns Airport.

operate the Shanghai service for Chinese New Year

Jetstar added its third international Cairns route with

2016 with another extended schedule that includes a

a direct service to Bali starting in March 2015. These

five-week block of daily flights.

flights are popular with local holidaymakers and there

Domestic services at Cairns Airport have shown strong

are indications European passengers are using the new

demand across the network with airlines using

route to access Cairns and Great Barrier Reef.

available flexibility to add extra rotations to meet

An inaugural SilkAir service from Singapore started in

demand.

late May offering some direct flights and some via

QantasLink upgraded to all Q400 aircraft on their

Darwin. The same month Philippine Airlines

Cairns routes, increasing efficiency and seat capacity.

announced they will commence a direct Manila –

Other regional carriers have entered the Cairns

Cairns – Auckland return service in December.

market with Air North flying to Gove and Darwin,

These international services add to the existing

Regional Express offering Townsville and Mt Isa

international network for Cairns which links the city

services and a rebadged Skytrans flying a Cape York

directly with Hong Kong, Tokyo, Osaka, Guam,

and Gulf of Carpentaria network.

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The Cairns Post

133 Years Young The Cairns Post has been informing and representing the Cairns community for 133 years, it is the longest running continuous business in the city; only six years younger than the city itself, and is a founding member of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce.

In all that rich history in news media, now is a time of unprecedented opportunity for improvement and enhancement in the way news is delivered. Change is being enthusiastically pursued and embraced. Our award-winning teams of local journalists, photographers, sales and marketing staff, more than 100 in total, are taking full advantage of cutting-edge systems and software to assist them to deliver a fresh, modern product, whether it be online or in print.

The Cairns Post focus on the reader is exemplified this year as we relaunch our weekly community newspaper, Cairns Sun. Cairns Sun has always enjoyed the loyal affection of our readers as a rich source of local news, issues, events and information.

The new format makes it an even brighter reflection of the vibrant and lively Cairns lifestyle, and distribution encompasses multiple channels and

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platforms to ensure effortless access to Cairns Sun Another new venture we are delighted to present in partnership with Cairns Airport is Passport to Tropical North Queensland, a premium visitor guide which is now available free of charge to all visitors passing through Cairns Airport. This magazine provides comprehensive easy access to an extensive network of local tourism and hospitality providers, enhancing our visitors’ experiences and promoting local business.

As well as The Cairns Post and cairnspost.com.au, our commitment to Far North Queensland reaches extensively into the regional areas, which are served by the Atherton Tablelander, Tablelands Advertiser, Port Douglas and Mossman Gazette, and the Innisfail Advocate.

While the year ahead for Cairns will no doubt be filled with highs and lows, progress and set-backs, our readers can be secure in the knowledge that The Cairns Post will deliver.

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GM: Nick Trompf and Editor Jennifer Spilsbury

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CEO: Alex de Waal

Tour is m Trop ica l N or th Queens la nd C h ief Executiv e Of ficer Ale x d e Waal 26

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Tapping into the visitor economy The economic report cards for Cairns have been looking increasingly positive, but will that growth continue in 2015-16 and bring with it more jobs and revenue for our community?

Tropical North Queensland’s economic future will be strongly influenced by the strength of the visitor economy, according to research by Cummings Economics in 2015.

Tourism currently earns $3 billion for the regional economy and contributes about 16.3 per cent of the Gross Regional Product.

This makes it the largest earner of income for the region when compared with our next largest industry sectors, the primary industries at about $2 billion and mining at about $1 billion.

The visitor economy is estimated to provide 18.8 per cent of the employment in Tropical North Queensland with 17,500 people directly employed and a further 7000 indirectly employed by tourism.

These figures, which have been compiled by Cummings Economics using data from Tourism Research Australia, Census data and National Tourism Satellite Account estimates for visitor counts and industry employment, emphasise the value of tourism to our regional economy.

The research also shows tourism is a catalyst for the development of many industries in Tropical North Queensland. In fact, the visitor economy directly and indirectly boosts the Gross Regional Product and employment capability of one-third of the region’s industries by more than 10 per cent.

As expected, tourism contributes a massive 72.8 per cent to the value of the accommodation, food and drink industry, but there are surprises like administrative support services which gains 21.2 per cent of its Gross Regional Product from tourism.

This list of industries which benefit from the visitor economy includes manufacturing, communications, health and community services, defence and safety, and the primary industries of agriculture, forestry and fishing.

This means the tourism industry is working hard to keep jobs secure for the tradespeople, technicians, nurses, immigration agents, farmers, secretaries, lawyers and shop assistants who work in these industries in Tropical North Queensland.

We are investing not only in our future, but in the future of our community and the next generation by striving to grow expenditure for our region and create jobs for our children.

A WIN WIN FOR THE REGION

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An increase in direct flights to Cairns; the devaluation of the Australian dollar; global attention following a series of well publicised international events; and a renewed investment in tourism infrastructure.

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Yes, the economic report cards look good and in the past 12 months we have experienced many of the right ingredients for tourism growth: An increase in direct flights to Cairns; the devaluation of the Australian dollar; global attention following a series of well publicised international events; and a renewed investment in tourism infrastructure.

This positive news for tourism is positive news for our local economy, but there are a couple of red flags.

Tropical North Queensland is not the only destination to realise how the visitor economy brings growth to nearly every industry in a community. Competition for the visitor dollar is fierce and we are up against destinations with greater marketing budgets.

The local tourism industry is proactive and invests heavily in marketing activities through their own

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campaigns, by supporting destination campaigns and through membership with Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ). We use this member investment to leverage further investment from our major partners Tourism Australia, Tourism and Events Queensland, Cairns Regional Council and Cairns Airport.

If the many businesses which benefit from the visitor economy add their support to the industry through membership investment it will put TTNQ in a much stronger position to attract more marketing funds to grow visitation to our destination further.

Growing visitation will in turn grow the many industries of Tropical North Queensland – it is a win for those industries, a win for tourism and a win for our regional economy.

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CHINA Cairns remains a great hub for business to efficiently

access

neighbouring

inter-

national markets.

Two markets in particular that represent opportunity which are supported by the Cairns Chamber of Commerce through the development of trade delegations are China and Papua New Guinea.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Successfully accessing these international markets is changing

Peter Maletz Hanrick Curran Chartered Accountants

It’s important to remain abreast of the developments impacting buyer behaviour, understand the local market needs and adjust for the changing international regulatory landscape that will impact international business in the future.

Chinese ecommerce ecosystem removes barriers to entry China is now an open market with a strong appetite for a variety of Australian goods including premium food products, health food, wine and luxury western brands. Access to the Chinese consumer in the past has been dominated by a raft of middle men who erode profitability. However the ecommerce ecosystem is rapidly changing with the Chinese consumers embracing the likes of Alibaba.com, which is a collection of platforms facilitating transactions between business and consumers in Australia and China.

The traditional barriers to trading in China are shrinking with a well supported ecommerce environment.

Traditional shopping malls are being transformed with the majority of floor space now dominated by hospitality and services tenants and the emergence of more “experiencing” stores that offer consumers the ability to ‘try’ before placing a ‘buy’ online.

The key elements to be successful in China still revolve around the right partnerships The key elements required for an Australian Small to Medium Enterprises to be successful in China still revolve around the right partnerships, including: - Access to the ecommerce ecosystem - Banking relationships to capture and repatriate cash - Facilitation of distribution points and access to Chinese logistics capabilities - Structuring and taxation management across borders.

Moving east, another international market presents with further expansion potential, albeit demand looks quite different as do the challenges.

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CHINA Cairns remains a great hub for business to efficiently

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neighbouring

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national markets.

Two markets in particular that represent opportunity which are supported by the Cairns Chamber of Commerce through the development of trade delegations are China and Papua New Guinea.

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Madang at night. Papua New Guinea

Cairns remains a great hub for business to efficiently

access

neighbouring

inter-

national markets.

Two markets in particular that represent opportunity which are supported by the Cairns Chamber of Commerce through the development of trade delegations are China and Papua New Guinea.

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Substantial opportunities for Australian businesses still exist in PNG As the world grapples with fuel and energy shortages, countries like PNG, with huge deposits of minerals and hydrocarbons, are benefitting greatly. Their resource-based and large-scale projects demand expertise across a number of disciplines which are in short supply domestically. This shortfall creates a substantial opportunity for Australian businesses across a range of areas, most notably: - Mining & Petroleum services - Engineers & large machinery - Labour hire and training providers - Commercial and Residential Construction - Safety Management services With the Queensland mining cycle in a tightening phase, the PNG market represents growth opportunities for businesses to redeploy skills and specialist labour that have low demand domestically which makes it an attractive international market worth exploring.

Several impediments to doing business in PNG remain Whilst PNG is only an hour and a half by plane from Cairns, the ease of doing business in PNG for the inexperienced stops there. PNG has a reputation for unreliable administration capabilities which can result in challenges when doing business such as delays in obtaining necessary approvals to start up a business and obtaining work permit/visa approvals for expatriates with specialist skill sets.

Challenges can be overcome with the right advisory team experienced in doing business in PNG The right advisory team can mitigate these obstacles so Australian businesses can access the rich opportunities that lie beyond the Coral Sea. Several key competencies need to be demonstrated by an advisory team capable of successfully supporting new business expansion into PNG. They require: - a sustained and continuous history of doing business in PNG - a solid track record in completing projects involving PNG government liaison - local office presence to facilitate day to day administration - demonstrated understanding of the regulatory process for new business approvals - sensitivity to cultural differences

Support is available to explore new markets An effective approach to exploring the possibilities for business in China and PNG is to consider the Cairns Chamber of Commerce delegations.

Hanrick Curran are advisers to the Chamber for the international delegations so members will be well supported with specialist international business advice and networks.

Now, more than ever taking business beyond Australian shores is within reach.

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CAIRNS RESURGENT N E W E C O N O M I C F U N D A M E N TA L S

After a period of slower growth, underlying economic conditions are now in place for the Cairns Economy to surge back to strong growth levels. The Cairns’ economy is surging back. The Cairns region has been a leading growth area over a long period of time, in Australia, in regional Queensland and across northern Australia (see separate story). Its long-term growth was seriously slowed over the post-GFC period, particularly by the extremely high Australian dollar.

NEW ECONOMIC FUNDAMENTALS

EXPANDING OUTSIDE EARNINGS

However as Cairns based economist and long-time adviser to the Cairns Chamber of Commerce points out, the economic fundamentals for Cairns have changed dramatically over the past two years, starting with the collapse of commodity prices (mainly minerals) since 2012. The massive effects on investment and employment in mining is tending to depress the national economy.

At a government level, this situation would normally result in moves to increase the deficit. However governments at state and federal levels have failed to rein in the deficits during good times and government debt is now at a level where scope for a further major increase in deficits is limited.

Thus the Reserve Bank is taking the only action available and cutting interest rates. With no bounce back in commodity prices prospective, little room for government to further stimulate, we are looking at a period of low interest rates.

Historically the Australian dollar has tended to fluctuate with commodity prices. But there was a lag in exchange rates falling, when commodity prices were falling in 2012, and it was only when the RBA started cutting interest rates strongly at a time when the US was signalling an end of quantitative easing and prospective rises in interest rates, that the dollar started falling back strongly against the US dollar. With both commodity prices down and comparative low interest rates, we are looking at a period of a lower dollar.

Although the regional economy can be affected by short-term movements, the major factor driving the economy’s long-term growth is its “outside earnings”; its exports of goods and services to the rest of Australia and the world The lower Australian dollar and lower costs of fuel, lower costs of capital due to lower interest rates, are greatly improving international competitiveness of the region’s industries and leading to a resurgence of outside earnings across a broad front.

While Cairns is a major tourism destination in Australian terms and tourism extremely important to the economy, it is important to realise that the region has a diversified base of outside earnings.

TOURISM BUILDING UP All the indications are that the slide in tourism following the GFC, critical loss of air services to Japan and due to the extremely high dollar, bottomed in 2010 with numbers starting to rebound in 2011.

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics Cat No. 8635.3.55.001

CAIRNS RESURGENT While airport figures indicate that the growth rate moderated in 2014, latest figures are indicating a take off again especially as new air services to Singapore, Bali, Manila and Auckland come into place. Extremely important is the burgeoning impact of the growing tourism market out of China to Australia with Cairns’ share moving up rapidly from 7 per cent in 2002 to over 140,000 (22 per cent) in 2013-14.

Yearly passengers: rolling total 4,700,000

4,500,000

4,300,000

4,100,000

3,900,000

3,700,000

3,500,000

Jul Sep Nov Jan Mar May Jul Sep Nov Jan Mar May Jul Sep Nov Jan Mar May Jul Sep Nov Jan Mar May FY2012

FY2013

FY2014

FY2015

Reproduction or quoting of these statistics is permissible only if Cairns Airport Pty Ltd is acknowledged as the source.

Enquiries should be directed to enquiries@cairnsairport.com.au .

Data may be revised at any time without notice.

Source: Cummings Economics from ABS data

While a recent dip in world sugar prices is going to cause some shortterm pain, the reality is that sugar production in recent years in the region has expanded.

The extent to which a major new agricultural sector has been added in recent decades is indicated by the rise in gross value of fruit production in the region.

GROSS VALUE OF FRUIT PRODUCTION CAIRNS REGION

Source: Cummings Economics from ABS data

Cattle numbers and output in the region have increased substantially in recent decades with superior cattle breeds for tropical areas and investment in management. Currently cattle prices are sky high but this is being offset by the current drought extending into the Far North’s western areas.

But with the region accounting for 26 per cent of Australia’s water runoff and over 60 per cent of water runoff in Queensland, the Cairns region’s potential for agricultural expansion is far from fully developed.

A major new expansion phase is taking place with cropping moving out beyond the tropical coast and Tablelands into the major catchments of the Gulf rivers, up into the Cooktown district and the Peninsula.

The Strathmore and the IFED projects promise to see major expansion of sorghum, cattle and sugar production in the Gulf and possibly cotton growing.

Horticultural expansion has seen value of crop production in the Cooktown district go past $40 million per annum and Olive Vale is likely to see major sorghum production develop in the area.

The $200 million upgrading of the Peninsula Development Road will open up prospects for development of two million ha of agricultural soils in Cape York.

Mining Resurgent

Growing confidence in the Cairns region’s ability to become a major player in the growth of Chinese tourism to Australia is evident in the $8bn Aquis proposal.

Agriculture – A Long-Term Growth Sector Any view that agriculture is a stagnant or declining sector, does not fit the reality of the Cairns/Tropical Far North regional economy.

Year-to-year, growth has fluctuated, but the figures indicate an upward trend in real terms.

GROSS VALUE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION $M

Just as the mineral prices boom did not provide the stimulus that occurred in other regions, the Cairns region is not being hurt like those regions based on Townsville, Mackay and Rockhampton. Although smaller in mining, the region has a diversity of deposits. In fact, the region took its knock in 2012 with the collapse of Kagara. The region’s mining is now on the way back up with a lower dollar and lower fuel prices helping. Bauxite volumes from Weipa have been expanding.

Employment at Kagara’s former Mt Garnet operations are back up to about 130 employees. Consolidated Tin are still planning to get their tin and magnetite operations up at Mt Garnet. Tungsten is being mined at Wolfram Camp and Mt Carbine and the Watershed project is looking promising.

The wheel has turned again and South of Embley bauxite project looks like proceeding, with Aurukun in the background and Metro Mining (Cape Alumina) near Skardon River.

VALUE OF MINING PRODUCTION FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND

1400

NEW SERIES

1200 1000 800 600

400

2012/13

2011/12

2010/11

2009/10

2008/09

2007/08

2006/07

2005/06

2004/05

2003/04

2002/03

2001/02

2000/01

1999/00

1998/99

1997/98

1996/97

1995/96

1994/95

1993/94

1992/93

1991/92

1990/91

1989/90

1988/89

1987/88

1986/87

1985/86

1984/85

1983/84

0

1982/83

200

Source: Cummings Economics from ABS Agricultural Financial Statistics 7503.0 Note: Up to 2009/10 Far North Queensland Statistical Division : From 2010/11 includes part C

Source: Cummings Economics from Queensland Mines and Energy Data

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SEALING THE HANN HIGHWAY OPENING NEW COMMERCIAL TIES WITH MELBOURNE AND ADELAIDE After years of lobbying by various organisations in the region, including the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, the final 100km unsealed section of a direct road route to Melbourne and Adelaide is due to be sealed over the next few years.

Geographically, Cairns and the Tablelands lie directly north of Melbourne. Road routes that follow the coast via Brisbane and Sydney take traffic out hundreds of kilometres to the east.

The direct north south route via the Hann Highway link through Hughenden, Barcaldine, Charleville, Cobar, Griffith to Melbourne, cuts off approximately 800km compared to the coastal routes.

It is a route that is highly freight efficient enabling triple road trains to pass down as far as Burke in New South Wales. It is largely a flat lightly trafficked route and less subject to flooding than coastal routes. Apart from cost savings in landing far northern produce in Melbourne and Adelaide, and even to some extent in Sydney and Perth, it opens up prospects of cheaper transport of goods from these areas direct into the North. The link provides more direct tourism links between the iconic areas of the Far North and the Central West Waltzing Matilda country and potentially in the future, via improved roads links to the Alice Springs Red Centre area.

A NEW SURGE OF INVESTMENT Against the foregoing background, a new multi billion dollar surge of investment in the region is taking place.

Councils in the region (in Cairns and outside of Cairns), are reporting a surge in development proposals and building approvals, especially in the last six months.

The steady climb in visitor numbers has seen the losses of the post-GFC period made up. With little new accommodation stock coming on stream in recent years and occupancy rates climbing, major expenditure is taking place on refurbishment and record prices paid for hotel properties (eg. Pullman International).

To cater for the burgeoning Chinese and for other markets, the Aquis project is proposing an $8bn investment in hotel rooms phased over a ten-year period that will see the current 10,000 hotel motel rooms in the region move up to about 15,000 – 16,000, an increase not dissimilar to that which occurred in the region in the late 1980s.

With new construction activity down during recent years but population continuing to grow, albeit at a rate less then trend, a need for new residential facilities has been building up.

Major new projects announced have included the Nova 8 project $400 million, the C3 project $550 million, and the Botanica project at Caravonica. New residential development in the Mt Peter area has been put underway.

New infrastructure facility/attractions announcements have included the Aquarium, Cairns Airport long-term expansion program of 1 BILLIONS. Bill Cummings’ full address was delivered to the Cairns Chamber of Commerce luncheon and placed on the Chamber’s website www.cairnschamberr.com.au and that of Cummings Economics www.cummings.net.au

It also assists cattle industry movements.

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CAIRNS RESURGENT DEEPENING CHANNEL TO HAVE MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR BENEFITS FOR THE CITY Cairns Chamber of Commerce continues to have as one of its priority projects, the deepening of the channel into Cairns seaport.

Z Cairns economist, Bill Cummings, says that the potential benefits for the city’s economy and business community are very substantial.

The benefits derive from the greater efficiencies a deeper channel will bring.

The first efficiency gain relates to the increasing number of large cruise ships visiting the region that currently are forced to stand offshore at Yorkeys Knob and transfer passengers in ships’ tenders or hired catamarans. Apart from the costs of the shore transfers and transport of many of the passengers into the city, there is the cost in wasted time for passengers. A proportion of passengers will not disembark the ship and at times, in bad weather, the shore transfers can even be cancelled at short notice. While at sea, the ship needs to keep operational with crew on duty, with many involved in the shore transfer process. By contrast, when at the wharf, almost all passengers will disembark the ship where they are immediately in the main shopping and tour base area. Crew can have time off, and the ship can take on stores. Ships will not stand offshore for two days; at the wharf, the visit can be easily extended.

Estimated efficiency savings for the large visiting cruise ships that currently cannot get into the port are estimated at about $70 per passenger and on a cost benefit basis, makes the project highly worthwhile, with major potential revenue to the port to support the investment.

But the efficiency benefits do not stop there. Currently the larger cargo vessels carrying fuel and fertilisers in and sugar out cannot get into and leave the port fully loaded, even at high tide. This, results in a need to visit another port to partially unload or to top up.

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Efficiency benefits from this alone justifies something of the order of a capital investment of $60 million.

On top of this again with cruising developing strongly to ports to the immediate north in the Papua New Guinea Pacific area and South East Asian waters, Cairns offers a much more efficient home-porting location than Brisbane and Sydney. On the basis of one large cruise ship seasonally home-ported by 2021 and two by 2031, efficiency benefits justify further major investment in port upgrading.

These efficiency savings will result in strong increases in cruise ship visits to Cairns over and above what would happen if transfers from offshore continued. The resulting estimated six million additional passengers with associated spending by crew and the ships themselves, plus the strong additional spending generated by homeporting vessels, is estimated to inject into the city’s economy, something of the order of $5bn over a 25-year period (or when discounted back to present values at a 7 per cent discount rate, of the order of $1.3bn). This amount that does not take into account additional benefits from larger cargo vessels being able to use the port and potentially to the efficiencies of the port as a naval base., With offshore placement of spoil, the project romps home as a viable and highly worthwhile project. This having been ruled out, the way forward now for the city is to find innovative solutions to economically place spoil onshore to create reclaimed land with a value over time that will offset the additional costs. This is not new to the city. Most of its Portsmith industrial area sits on land reclaimed in the past with dredge spoil, including the naval base and the sheds in which multi-million dollars in ships have been built and maintained, and supporting a marine sector that directly employs over 4,000.

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PAGE

ACCOMMODATION

60

Best Western Plus Cairns Central Apartments

60

Island Villas

60

YAL Tropicana Lodge

61

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

61

Crowe Horwarth

61

Hanrick Curran

62

ADVERTISING OR MARKETING SERVICES

63

Elegant Sales and Marketing Cairns

63

SMSF Community

63

AIRLINE SERVICES

64

Air Niugini

64

Hinterland Aviation

64

Independent Aviation Pty Ltd

65

Regional Express Airlines

65

Skytrans

66

AVIATION SERVICES

66

66

Cairns Aviation Skills Centre

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TRADE SERVICES

67

Cairns Quality Homes

67

Dixon Homes

68

Everest Stone

69

Hoppens Carpets

69

HWC Building Contractors

69

BUILDING MANAGEMENT SERVICES

70

70

Quality Building Management Pty Ltd

BUSINESS CONSULTANTS &/OR ADVISORY SERVICES

70

Fortis Group

70

Iceberg Innovation

71

Ingenious Consulting

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PAGE

Living Dynamics Pty Ltd

72

Total Records Management

73

CATERING SERVICES

73

Cairns Spit Roast

73

COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES

74

ARC Disability Services

74

Centacare Cairns

75

COMPUTER SERVICES

75

75

TJ Micro Systems

CONSTRUCTION, CIVIL & BUILDING SERVICES

76

76

FGF Developments Pty Ltd

DENTAL SERVICES

76

76

John Griffiths Dental

ECONOMIC RESEARCH OR CONSULTING SERVICES

76

76

Cummings Economics

EDUCATION SERVICES

77

Angus Knight Learning

77

Cairns Business College

77

Catholic Education

78

Night Sky Secrets

79

Qld Training Services

79

TAFE North Queensland

80

ELECTRICAL SUPPLIERS SERVICES &/OR WHOLESALERS

80

Pasma

80

81

Turners Home Appliances

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

82

82

Drake International

Ostara

82

Q.I.T.E.

83

83

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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

82

WorkForce One

84

Worklink Employment Support Group

84

YNA Cairns Nursing Agency

85

ENGINEERING SERVICES

86

Arup

86

86

Norweld Engineering

FINANCIAL ADVISORY &/OR INVESTMENT SERVICEs

87

Ezilend Cairns

87

Fowlers Group

87

Shane Tibbs & Associates

88

FIRE OR SECURITY ALARM INSTALLATION SERVICES

88

88

NQPS Pty Ltd / FNSS Guards & Patrols

FOOD & BEVERAGE PRODUCTS &/OR SERVICES

89

Simply Hampers

89

Xpresso Delight Cairns

90

FURNITURE HARDWARE SUPPLIES

90

90

Chair Tips FNQ

GOVERNMENT ORGANISATION

91

Cook Shire Council

91

Ports North

91

HEAVY & CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION

92

Robinson Civil Group

92

Australian Hydraulic Services

92

INSURANCE SERVICES

93

93

Optimus1 Pty Ltd

LEGAL SERVICES

93

Lanza Legal Pty Ltd

94

Marino Moller Lawyers

93

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MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING

95

Norlift

95

MECHANICAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR

95

95

AE Smith

MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS

96

CairnsLife

96

Maxwell Media

96

Whitelight Film & Video Productions

97

MEDICAL &/OR OTHER HEALTH CARE SERVICES

97

Balance Edmonton

97

Bruce Mellick

98

MIGRATION CONSULTANTS &/OR SERVICES

99

Carol Shipway Migration Services

99

Frank Lanza

99

Migration Plus

100

MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS RETAILING

100

Redcat Industries

100

MOWER & CHAINSAW SALES

101

101

Braschs Pty Ltd

PAINTING, DECORATING & BUILDING MAINTENANCE SERVICES

101

Eclat

101

PERSONAL OR BUSINESS COACHING

101

Midlife Design

101

PRINTING SERVICES

102

102

Cairns Plan Printing

PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC &/ORTECHNICAL SERVICES

102

102

FIFO Capital North Queensland

PROPERTY & INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS

103

103

Lend Lease Services

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REAL ESTATE SERVICES

104

Property Shop

104

Real Estate Services NQ

105

Remax

106

RESTAURANT

107

Ala Turka Fine Turkish Cuisine

107

Cafe China

107

Dundees

108

108

Salt House

RETAIL SERVICES

109

109

Mt Sheridan Plaza

SAFETY EQUIPMENT, FOOTWEAR & SERVICES

109

Total Safety Services

109

SMASH REPAIR SERVICES

110

110

Willmot Smash Repairs

TAXI SERVICES

110

110

Cairns Taxis Limited

TRAINING SERVICES

111

McLeod Training Organisation

111

Qld Training Services and Total Safety Services

111

VPG

112

TRANSPORT HIRE SERVICES

112

Cairns Luxury Coaches

112

International Coaches and Tours

113

VALUATION SERVICES

113

Northern Property Valuers

113

WORKWEAR &/OR UNIFORM SERVICES

114

114

Totally Workwear

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BUSINESS NAME INDEX BUSINESS NAME

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AE Smith

95

Air Niugini

64 107

Ala Turka Fine Turkish Cuisine Angus Knight Learning

77

ARC Disability Services

74

Arup

86

Australian Hydraulic Services

92

Balance Edmonton

97

Best Western Plus Cairns Central Apartments

60 101

Braschs Pty Ltd

98

Bruce Mellick

107

Cafe China Cairns Aviation Skills Centre

66

Cairns Business College

77

Cairns Luxury Coaches

112

Cairns Plan Printing

102

Cairns Quality Homes

67

Cairns Spit Roast

73 110

Cairns Taxis Limited CairnsLife

96

Carol Shipway Migration Services

99

Catholic Education

78

Centacare Cairns

75

Chair Tips FNQ

90

Cook Shire Council

91

Crowe Horwarth

61

Cummings Economics

76

Dixon Homes

68

Drake International

82 108

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101

Eclat Elegant Sales and Marketing Cairns

63

Everest Stone

69

Ezilend Cairns

87

FGF Developments Pty Ltd

76 102

FIFO Capital North Queensland Fortis Group

70

Fowlers Group

87

Hanrick Curran

62

Hinterland Aviation

64

Hoppens Carpets

69

HWC Building Contractors

69

Iceberg Innovation

71

Independent Aviation Pty Ltd

65

Ingenious Consulting

71 113

International Coaches and Tours Island Villas

60

John Griffiths Dental

76

Lanza Legal Pty Ltd

94

Lend Lease Services

103

Living Dynamics Pty Ltd

72

Marino Moller Lawyers

93

Maxwell Media

96

McLeod Training Organisation

111

Midlife Design

101

Migration Plus

100

Mt Sheridan Plaza

109

Night Sky Secrets

79

Norlift

95 113

Northern Property Valuers 59

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Norweld Engineering

86

NQPS Pty Ltd / FNSS Guards & Patrols

88

Optimus1 Pty Ltd

93

Ostara

82

Pasma

80

Ports North

91 104

Property Shop Q.I.T.E.

83

Qld Training Services

79

Qld Training Services and Total Safety Services Quality Building Management Pty Ltd

111 70

Real Estate Services NQ

105

Redcat Industries

100 65

Regional Express Airlines

106

Remax

92

Robinson Civil Group

108

Salt House Shane Tibbs & Associates

88

Simply Hampers

89

Skytrans

66

SMSF Community

63

Staffing Solution

83

TAFE North Queensland

80

TJ Micro Systems

75

Total Records Management

73

Total Safety Services

109

Totally Workwear

114 81

Turners Home Appliances

112

VPG Whitelight Film & Video Productions 60

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YAL TROPICANA LODGE CAIRNS

Today, Tropicana Lodge is still owned by the Tropicana Lodge YAL (Young Australia League), and enjoying a new lease of life under the management of has been a home Aaron and Jenine Keatley. couple arrived in Cairns ten years ago away from home for The looking for a new opportunity in the hospitality after Cyclone Larry devastated the students, schools, industry backpacker hostel they managed at Mission church groups and Beach.

Together they have extensively renovated weary travellers for and refurbished the guest rooms and facilities including gymnasium, computer room, fully equipped games room and major upgrade to almost 70 years. the kitchen (HACCP Accreditation).

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have also hired and upskilled chefs to provide nutritious daily home style meals for their students. As a result, the Lodge is returning to its roots as a specialist in student accommodation.

“We have everything students need and it’s within walking distance to TAFE, English language schools and the Cairns Hospital, and the bus to James Cook University stops right outside,” Aaron said.

“Schools, sporting groups and training organisations also regularly hold camps, clinics and workshops at our facilities, and we can provide accommodation for up to 121 people, from one night to 365 days of the year.”

158c Martyn Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.tropicanalodge.com.au

(07) 4051 1729

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CROWE HORWATH

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Crowe Horwath has your business and financial future covered. We focus on providing practical accounting, business and financial advice to deliver the right outcome for you. However simple or complex your needs are, when you partner with Crowe Horwath you’ll receive commercially sound, insightful advice to protect and improve your business and financial affairs.

We’re the relationship you can count on.

Our clients tell us that we’re friendly, accessible and easy to do business with.

They value our commercial, industry specific advice and our ability to translate accounting information and financial reports into pragmatic advice. Regardless of your industry type, size or structure, we have the team to support you. We pride ourselves on employing local staff who are attuned to the local market and can deliver a quality service to our clients Gain an insight into some of the practical ways we offer value and opportunities for our clients.

Call us today.

232-240 Mulgrave Road, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.crowehorwath.com.au 63

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(07) 4052 3222

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

HANRICK CURRAN Connecting Cairns business to international markets

The Cairns Chamber of Commerce turn to Hanrick Curran when Cairns business owners are looking to capitalise on opportunities in neighbouring international markets.

As a gateway to markets like Papua New Guinea, the proximity of additional business opportunity is so close, yet many businesses perceive this market as inaccessible due to the administrative complexities of doing business there.

For this reason, the Chamber invited Hanrick Curran to be the China and PNG Delegation’s International Business advisor.

Hanrick Curran is an independent chartered accounting and consulting firm with 11 partners, more than 100 staff and offices in Brisbane, Cairns, Port Moresby and Lae, PNG. The firm has a 30 year history in delivering specialist services, specifically business advisory, international business, tax consulting and audit to clients across Queensland, Australia and into select international neighbouring markets.

Hanrick Curran Partner Peter Maletz says negotiating regulatory authorities is the major challenge he sees businesses face in trying to access the PNG market.

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“Unfortunately the Investment Promotion Authority, Internal Revenue Commission, Departments PANTONE Cool Gray 8 C of Labour & Industrial Relations and Foreign Affairs & Immigration need to be carefully navigated with full visibility of the prerequisite steps PANTONE Cool Gray 4 C to ensure timely access to approvals, permits and visas.”

Tony Canning Senior Associate

Peter Maletz Partner Hanrick Curran has affiliate offices in Port Moresby and Lae and more than 50 years of collective knowledge and networks to draw on when smoothing the path for Queensland firms to do business in Papua New Guinea.

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These networks are maintained with regular and active involvement in shaping the development of the cross border trade and investment, with Peter holding a board seat on the Australia PNG Business Council.

He is also an active member in the Bilateral Business and Officials Working Group involving DFAT, Border Security, Senior PNG and Australian Government officials, Australian and PNG Business leaders with cross border business activity and local business representatives established to enhance trade between Australia and PNG. Tony Canning, Senior Associate at Hanrick Curran who is now based in Cairns fondly recalls his seven years in PNG as a Chartered Accountant.

“The business opportunity in PNG in the right sectors including mining, construction, labour hire and specialist training providers is exceptional,” he says.

“But capitalising on it, as a business owner inexperienced in the PNG market, is near impossible. Being on the ground, knowing the market, having the networks and understanding how the system works is invaluable. I have picked up the pieces for many clients who won contracts but initially struggled to navigate the administration approval process to get on the soil to deliver”.

Tony says lining up an experienced advisory team with demonstrated history in doing business in PNG is crucial prior to negotiating contracts.

“The key areas to be addressed prior to leaving Australian shores include the PNG approvals and also the structuring of entities performing the international work to protect Australian-based business assets and minimise tax which can become complex when foreign earnings are prevalent.”

Tony recommends local business owners in the right sectors seriously consider how their business could achieve revenue growth accessing the PNG market, but to surround themselves with the right team of YEAR Professional Advisors prior to entering into any contractual relationships.

ANNIVERSARY The Cairns Chamber of Commerce PNG Delegation in November is an excellent vehicle to explore the market’s potential.

Suite 73, Executive Centre Offices, The Pier at Shangri-La, 1 Pierpoint Road, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.hanrickcurran.com.au 64

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(07) 4052 7524

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ADVERTISING OR MARKETING SERVICES

EXPRESS SOCIAL MEDIA CAIRNS You’ve found the Social Media Experts you’re looking for!

Express Social Media Cairns will provide all your Social Media Marketing, Management and Training for your business at cost effective prices. Depending on how hands on you want to be with your Social Media Campaign, Express Social Media Cairns will be there to help. We offer all different packages to suit all size businesses and we are committed to providing our clients with a social media strategy that works.

We can help you with: Website Design and Creation QR code creation

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Social media marketing management Network building Coupon design Facebook fan page management Video advertisement Social media policies for the work place If you do not want to be left behind in marketing your business effectively, then you should contact the Express Social Media Cairns team!

0488 277 379 www.esmcairns.com.au

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BOOKMARK THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEBSITE SMSFCOMMUNITY.COM.AU is the go-to place for Self-Managed Super Funds. Now you have a resource for a conglomerate of information – news, articles, links, professional services and more!

All of this in one place to save you time, get connected and create opportunities through the experience and knowledge of others throughout the investment community.

DO YOU WANT TO: • Save time and money with a great online resource ?

• Make better and more informed decisions about your SMSF ?

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FOR NEW SMSF TRUSTEES: • Gain confidence and knowledge, decreasing stress by having an avenue for discussion ?

Register for free on smsfcommunity.com.au today to receive our newsletter and upgrade to get connected through a Forum that is secure and monitored.

The low tax deductable fee of $55 is great value for this one of a kind service.

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The Cairns Chamber of Commerce website is updated regularly and is a valuable source for up and coming events, including luncheons, guest speakers, workshops and trade missions.

Also for a full comprehensive listing of members go to the online directory for further contact details.

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AIRLINE SERVICES

AIR NIUGINI The national airline of Papua New Guinea for the past 40 years.

Air Niugini is based out of Port Moresby and operates as a domestic airline, as well as an international airline.

Internationally they fly to and from Asia, the Oceania region, and Australia. Since starting business in 1973 the airline has been flying people in to Papua New Guinea to experience the “Land of Adventure and Excitement”.

Air Niugini has also been directly responsible for helping to boost the tourism to Papua New Guinea as an exotic tourist

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destination. The airline continues to promote the country’s charm through posters and brochures, and also organises holiday packages for locations all over the country. The airline not only carries passengers, but cargo fleets as well.

After all these years Air Niugini still remains as committed as ever to its future development, and to ensure that national development remains a priority.

34 Lake Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.airniugini.com.pg

1300 361 380 • (07) 4080 1600

AIRLINE SERVICES

INDEPENDENT AVIATION Making themselves your â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;one stop shopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for all your air charter needs, saving you time and money.

Since 1989 Independent Aviation has provided aircraft charter solutions throughout Australasia, the Asia Pacific and the World. They will provide you with an impartial service to help source you the most suitable aircraft for your needs.

With extensive experience in the aviation industry, Independent Aviation is proud to arrange thousands of charters every year, which gives them considerable buying power in the market. I n d e p e n d e n t Aviation are sole suppliers of charter solutions to the Queensland Government as well other State and Federal Departments, large corporations, private companies and

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320 Sheridan Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.independentaviation.com.au

individuals. They also specialise in luxury lodge and yacht transfers and customise extended itineraries to see the icons of Australia.

The aviation charter industry is a complex, diverse and fragmented market, which is difficult for both the buyer a nd seller to navigate. With Independent Aviation you have an expert intermediary to help manage and clarify the charting process, to achieve the best possible outcome. Guaranteeing fast professional service, with prompt obligation free quotations, Independent Aviation is the easy choice when it comes to finding the best aviation solution.

(07) 4046 3333 flights@independentaviation.com.au

AIRLINE SERVICES

SKYTRANS

Skytrans returns with ‘All Stars’ Captain on-board.

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Skytrans returned to the skies with a celebrity status, after a rescue buy-out

by NRL great Johnathan Thurston and aviation entrepreneur Peter Collings in March 2015.

The Queensland owned and operated airline services all communities in the Cape York and Torres Straits with 55 RPT flights per week.

Passionate about educational and

employment opportunities of young Indigenous Australians, Johnathan Thurston has been appointed as the company’s Community Ambassador.

Already he has endorsed community sponsorships that include the Skytrans Marlins, a Queensland NRL derby to be played in Bamaga, the WIK Rock Concert in Aurukun and the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair.

9 Bush Pilots Avenue, AEROGLEN QLD 4870

Skytrans operates the largest aircraft in the region, with passengers enjoying air-conditioning and inflight service.

The Dash-8 Aircraft also carry important freight for communities such as the provision of medical supplies, mail, critical cargo and live exports.

Skytrans is proud to be based in Cairns and provide services to all surrounding communities.

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AV I AT I O N S E R V I C E S

CAIRNS AVIATION SKILLS CENTRE

An internationally recognised aviation training centre.

Opening in 2004 and located at the Cairns International Airport, The Cairns Aviation Skills Centre (CASC) is a purpose built aviation centre.

Part of their facilities includes five large classrooms, a conference centre, library, computer lab, an instructor’s preparation room, two offices, a dining room, and a hangar for practical training. With these great facilities CASC is the place to go when wanting to learn and improve on your aviation skills.

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1 Tom McDonald Drive, Cairns Airport, AEROGLEN QLD 4870 www.aviationcairns.com.au 68

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CAIRNS QUALITY HOMES

Cairns Quality Homes have been award winning home builders for over 25 years.

Cairns Quality Homes are experienced, quality builders of Architect Designed homes that are built for the Tropical North Queensland lifestyle.

Servicing clients from as far South to Mission Beach, west to the Cairns Tablelands and North to Port Douglas, Cairns Quality Homes are specialists in custom orders and can design a new home to suit any budget.

Cairns Quality Homes have just opened the doors to a new display home @ 5 Whipbird Close, Canopies Edge, Smithfield, opened from Saturday and Sunday 10:00-4:00 and weekdays by appointment.

Should you be thinking of building please do not hesitate to contact Cairns Quality Homes for an obligation free consultation.

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191 Newell Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.cairnsqualityhomes.com.au 69

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DIXON HOMES Andrew Thomas has been the Managing Director of the Dixon Homes franchise in Cairns for the past 20 years.

Over the years, Andrew has worked hard to build the brand in Cairns and Townsville and credits Dixon Homes’ success to his experienced and professional team who make the process of building a home stress‑free and rewarding for new home owners.

Undoubtedly, building a home is one of life’s major milestones and Dixon Homes prides itself on being able to offer its clients an extensive range of homes from the convenience of house and land packages to a fully customised design. With new home prices ranging from $150K - $750K and over 2200+ designs available to choose from, the Dixon Homes team is specialised in helping clients to work within their budgets and to find a home that perfectly suits them and their lifestyle.

Dixon Homes operates like a well-oiled machine and Andrew employs 16 permanent staff across Cairns and Townsville to keep those wheels turning. In the past 12 months, Dixon Homes has completed two major subdivision projects - Lakeside Village in Forest Gardens and Stage 1 of “Tranquillity” which is an exclusive, elevated development in Bentley Park.

Stage 2 and Stage 3 of “Tranquillity” will be completed in the next 12 months and early sales and interest in both subdivisions indicate that confidence is growing and the demand is there.

“The past 12 months have definitely been better than the previous 12 months” says Andrew and he expects that the lack of rental accommodation in Cairns, together with the low interest rates at present will see this trend continue with first home owners and investors finding it more economical to build new rather than buy existing.

Dixon Homes is a major supporter of local industry and whilst it enjoys the benefits of a national buying power, the company is completely reliant on local trades, services and products in the region to design and construct over 70 new homes a year.

It is these industry relationships that reinforces Andrew’s choice to be a member of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce. He believes that being a part of the Chamber is beneficial to gaining exposure for the Dixon Homes brand and provides him with networking opportunities.

“It is a great way to meet other successful business owners from a range of industries to share experiences and to discuss the economic future of Cairns”.

Visit www.dixonhomes.com.au for more information about Dixon Homes, and to view the latest range of home designs and house and land packages available.

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172-174 Mulgrave Road, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.dixonhomes-cairns.com.au 70

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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TRADE SERVICES

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TRADE SERVICES

EVEREST STONE

HWC BUILDING CONTRACTORS

Cairns’ home of granite and stone benchtops.

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Everest Stone (est 2004), specialises in manufacturing and installation of All Natural Stone Benchtops and Reconstituted Stone Benchtops for Kitchens, Vanities or any other application in commercial and residential projects.

We take great pride in our work & believe that service & quality are paramount when it comes to creating your Stone Bench Tops. Our personalised & professional service ensures your Kitchen Benchtops are manufactured to your requirements.

Please visit us at 7 Industrial Avenue, Stratford to view the selection of Stone Benchtops available to colour coordinate your home.

7 Industrial Avenue, STRATFORD QLD 4870 (07) 4055 2888 www.evereststone.com.au info@evereststone.com.au

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TRADE SERVICES

HOPPENS CARPETS Providing an extensive range of floor-covering products for residential houses and units, offices and small businesses, through to large commercial buildings, Hoppens Carpets has your floor-covering choices in one place.

HWC Building Contractors is a Cairns-based building company offering its clients a full range of building services, including: New homes Renovations Extensions Maintenance Structural Landscaping

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HWC Building Contractors services clients from as far South as Townsville, West to the QLD/NT border and North to encompass Cape York Peninsula.

If you are considering a building project, contact Director, Chris Loudon and his team at HWC Building Contractors for a professional and high-quality service.

0423 052 696 www.hwcbuilding.com.au info@hwcbuilding.com.au

GOLF DAY ANNUAL CAIRNS CHAMBER GOLF DAY HAVE FUN WHILE DOING SERIOUS BUSINESS

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76 Anderson Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 (07) 4053 5551 www.hoppens.com.au sales@hoppens.com.au 71

The event is fun for all participants – whether you are an inexperienced golfer – or a seasoned player.

Beyond just the golf, we also enjoy a barbecue lunch, with presentations in the afternoon and a competition for the bestdressed team.

The Annual Cairns Chamber Golf Day is a big hit amongst the business community of Far North Queensland, (with more than 100 players expected to partake in the fun) – so it will be a case of ‘first in first served’ for all team bookings and sponsorship opportunities.

There are a number of ways for Cairns Chamber members to get involved, with options to suit every budget.

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QUALITY BUILDING MANAGEMENT FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Quality Building Management (QBM) is an Australian owned and operated company specialising in everything to keep your buildings and facilities safe and legally compliant.

QBM provide the full range of building inspections, reporting and training services for strata title and commercial businesses. Established in 1997 and servicing the whole of Australia, QBM ’s highly experienced team continues to deliver the complete range of risk management, strata and commercial services to anyone who owns or operates buildings and/or facilities.

QBM provides a supporting structure to manage specific risks from external factors that can impact on business profitability and investment returns.

QBM allows business to focus on their core competencies while QBM takes care of the risk management.

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STRATEGIC PLANNING

Max Ren Managing Director FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND

QBM is a FULL SERVICE PROVIDER and can cater for every need you have to ensure your buildings and facilities remain safe, while being functional and legally compliant with all current regulations.

Services include: 12 Month Maintenance Report Asbestos Auditing Asbestos Management Plan Asbestos Sampling & Testing Balcony and/or Balustrade Report Builder’s Warranty Report Building Defect & Condition Assessment

PO Box 5419, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.qbm.com.au

TAX & ACCOUNTING

Building Replacement Insurance Valuation Caretaker Agreement Performance Assessment Dilapidation report Division 10 (Section 58) Report Emergency Evacuation Diagrams Engineering Report Fire & Evacuation Plans & Procedures Fire Safety Services - Compliance Reporting Safety Risk Assessment (WHS) Sinking Fund Forecast Specialist Reporting & Consulting Service

(07) 4057 4219 • 0488 003736 maxren@qbm.com.au

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

MENTORING

It’s your business … make the most of it!

Business is a game of swings and roundabouts, bumps and bends and the road ahead depends largely on making good decisions and having the resolve to travel the road you have chosen.

Fortis Group is focused on assisting you to develop your practices, planning and ability to achieve and keep you on this road.

DELIVERING UNIQUE SOLUTIONS Ph: 4225 5333 info@fortisgroup.com.au www.fortisgroup.com.au

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Denise Sykes has a talent, and a passion for creating productive workplace cultures that improve business performance and productivity.

She partners with leading Australian businesses and government organisations to deliver cultural change and organisational development solutions.

Based in Cairns and working across Australia, Denise is a highly sought after facilitator and executive coach who brings an innovative and insightful approach and a wide range of skills and experience to help leaders achieve

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maximum potential both individually and for their organisations.

Denise designs and delivers innovative business programs tailored to address individual and organisational needs to help businesses improve the engagement and commitment of leaders resulting in enhanced performance and productivity.

Denise is a facilitator, executive coach and trusted adviser to private sector businesses and leaders in government, corporate, not for profit and academic sectors.

0419 120 626 www.ingeniousconsulting.com.au 73

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LIVING DYNAMICS PTY LTD The Contract Angels The confusing world of contracts can be overwhelming for any business, but particularly so for those in building and construction.

The industry is renowned for disputes over contractual rights and obligations, often leaving small businesses and subcontractors at the mercy of the fine print.

Living Dynamics was established to help small to medium enterprise in the construction industry better understand potential risks and opportunities when entering into contracts.

In Cairns, Living Dynamics’ ‘Contract Angels’ can also assist these operators when they’ve already committed to a contract.

The Contract Angels provide a risk assessment and a detailed strategy on ongoing risk management for the company - and unlike some others, will stay with the company in a mentoring capacity.

“We do that for as long as the company wishes or when we feel the company’s internal resources have gained the skill sets necessary to evaluate and manage commercial risk themselves,” says the Contract Angel, Gaye Hickey.

The Contract Angels are supported locally and nationally by staff and other Angels who can bring unique skill sets to the client without burdening Living Dynamics FNQ with high overheads, making the service very competitive.

Gaye personally brings more than 20 years’ experience as an industry professional in the residential and commercial building sectors. She also brings valuable experience in Contract Administration including administering minor and major works contracts, cash flows, cost reporting, risk management, procurement, programming and ensuring projects are delivered to achieve time, cost and quality objectives.

When something goes awry, The Contract Angels also have the resources and experience to assist subcontractors caught in what Gaye calls ‘the trap’, helping to negotiate the best resolution possible.

“Typically in close knit communities which experience a boom, an influx of national and international managing contractors arrive. While they often hire staff locally, they expect and demand compliance to their own standards which have over the years derisked much of their obligation down to the subcontractors,” Gaye explains.

“We have dealt with the majority of the nationals and know intimately the expected risks they demand their subcontractors to absorb. The Angels have the tools to assess the likely cost of that risk to the subcontractor and either work with the subcontractor to ensure they have sufficient contingency to cover the risk or negotiate better terms with the nationals.”

Living Dynamics believes its ability to offer a flexible and often remote suite of risk management tools is its crowning achievement, based on knowledge and the right application of readily available data rather than complex and expensive software.

“Repeat business from our assistance in business improvement programs rather than just risk management is testimony to this.”

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Unit 9, 75 Moore Street, TRINITY BEACH QLD 4878 www.livingdynamics.com.au 74

(07) 4057 6647 • 0416 620 170

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TOTAL RECORDS MANAGEMENT CAIRNS

Space. Time. Flexibility. Accessibility.

Document management with Total Records Management Cairns gives you back the office that you may have thought was gone forever... one without the enormous bays of filing cabinets, without the burden of wasted hours when something obscure is needed, and one where everything is at your fingertips. The world-class Cairns records management facilities have the power to transform your working life and give your business the gift of agility and flexibility.

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With a combination of expertise, professionalism, and attention to detail, the Total Records Management team will handle any and all records. From cataloguing and packing your files, to transporting and moving them, to scanning your files on demand, the team have all your records management needs covered. With Total Records Management the hassle of all your files is taken care of, and made so you can access, search through, and use them as easily as possible.

161 – 163 English Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.trmcairns.com.au

(07) 4032 2699

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CAIRNS SPIT ROAST CATERING

MEMBER BENEFITS Discount on Regional Migration Services provided by the Chamber - members receive a discount on the processing of RSMS applications;

Offering the best quality catering in Cairns for the past 20 years.

From corporate functions to weddings the team at Cairns Spit Roast Catering has all your catering needs covered. The proud owner and chef, Wayne Keygan, has over 40 years experience in the catering business, and knows exactly how to make your event a success. With a priority and goal to do whatever they can to make your event successful, it’s easy to see why the team at Cairns Spit Roast Catering has been so successful for the past 20 years.

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0414 768 859 www.cairnsspitroast.com.au info@cairnsspitroast.com.au 75

Be empowered and be represented by one of the largest Chambers of Commerce in regional Australia – As a member, you get a strong voice that will stand up for SMEs in FNQ and advocate for our region and your business; Access our International Business Development Program to expand into new markets; Get connected with buyers through our International Business Delegations, Small Business Expo or Major Projects & Mine Manager Familiarisations and we will open doors by matching your business with buyers, traders, suppliers, Government representatives and other valuable contacts; A source of networking; and information on current issues, trends and relevant business matters.

Go to our website for more infor mation www.cair nschamber.com.au

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COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES

ARC DISABILITY SERVICES INC. Our Vision is that people who have a disability are empowered to reach their full potential, goals and aspirations. To achieve this we emphasise individually tailored supports, which are responsive to each person’s needs and abilities.

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competitive open market, where the organisation will need to develop a more structured business approach to service delivery and customer service.

ARC Disability Services Inc is a community based organisation that provides support to adults and children with disabilities, their families and support networks in the Cairns and Far North region.

Anita Veivers, the CEO of ARC Disability Services Inc. has been with the organisation for 22 years, and is excited to be leading ARC through this change process.

Established in 1976, ARC Disability Services Inc. was originally the Noah’s Ark Toy Library, and was run by a committee of dedicated parents who recognised the need for educational toys for children who have disabilities at a time when integration was not the norm.

“We anticipate that we will grow significantly over the next three years as people who have disabilities gain more choice and control over their funding.”

Today, the organisation has evolved from its humble beginnings to a fully-fledged lead service provider, offering a full range of support services to almost 400 families on a regular basis, and employing over 150 people in a variety of roles in the Cairns region. Through the continued efforts of a dedicated Board, ARC Disability Services Inc. maintains a well-respected profile in the community and a reputation for quality service provision.

The new scheme will see rapid growth across Queensland in the disability services sector with the number of clients accessing disability services likely to grow from 45,000 to over 95,000 under the new scheme.

“The National Insurance Scheme and the changes it will bring will create incredible growth, it is anticipated that there will be 13,000 additional staff required in this sector in Queensland alone.”

With the rollout of the National Disability Insurance scheme in 2016, ARC is preparing for the transition from a Governmentfunded organisation to a

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however the organisation is looking forward to meeting the challenge head on, and will continue to offer a range of high-quality programs and services that provide learning experiences and teach life skills.

These programs and services include innovative programs in visual and performing arts, lifestyle support to enable independent living, social support and respite services, the toy library and resource centre and social enterprise including, the new Cafe Connect located at The ARC Community Hub, on McNamara Street.

ARC Disability Services is keen to form partnerships with businesses in the Cairns community, offering mutual benefit, and believes being a member of the Cairns Chamber of Commerce will grow and strengthen the organisation’s connections and opportunities for collaboration with businesses and other industries, supporting innovative responses to both community and individual need.

Moving to the new scheme will provide some challenges for ARC,

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Outsourcing the day-to-day management, maintenance and support of your business IT to TJ Microsystems will ensure the efficiency of the technology your business relies on and helps you to concentrate on your core competencies.

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By outsourcing your IT needs to TJ Microsystems, your business will benefit from: Full technical support – our technical experts are on hand whenever you need us, to offer all the

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support your business needs Product discounts – benefit financially from our strong IT industry links Improved efficiency – ERP solutions simplify your working environment and provide you with the time and resources you need to manage your business more effectively Our team of highly trained technical experts and consultants fits effortlessly into the workings of your business, for a smooth transition to more functional IT solutions.

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fgf is a respected Cairns based company providing quality civil construction, bitumen sealing asphalt laying and profiling, commercial, industrial building services, to private and public sector clients throughout Far North Queensland.

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Established in 2003, fgf is a highly skilled local construction company which offers a diverse capability and supports an extensive resource of local suppliers, subcontractors and consultants. fgf provides our clients: Relationship-based project management and commitment to customer service Comprehensive fleet of late-model plant and equipment supported by fully equipped workshop/depots 3rd Party Accredited HSEQ systems Program and budget-oriented project delivery

Consultation on optimisation of constructability and project delivery Collaborative relations with local authorities and service Landmark projects and works include: Lotus Glenn Prison upgrade, Cairns International Airport upgrade, Cairns Hockey fields, DTMR NDRRA, Local Govt. Water, Sewer and Drainage Pipeline Infrastructure, Water and Waste Water Treatment Plants, Landfills, Subdivision Developments and Materials Handling.

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Excellence in Education since 1966 A prestigious institute of higher education, the Cairns Business College offers the highest standards of scholarship and learning in an environment committed to academic excellence and technological advancement as well as personal and professional development. The Cairns Business College has produced thousands of successful graduates since its founding.

The CBC Campus The Cairns Business College campus, specifically designed for education, is an aesthetically pleasing, modern, complex which blends with its natural environment. The facilities include tutorial rooms, computer laboratories, travel centre, hotel/hospitality training rooms, student recreation areas, library and self-access resource centre.

The College has an Australian and international student cohort. We have established pathways to university and students from the College are work-ready on graduation. Government assistance may be available to Australian students.

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CATHOLIC EDUCATION

MacKillop Catholic College Principal, Luke Reed

Since its early beginnings in 1887 when the first Catholic school in the region was opened in Cooktown, Cairns Catholic Education has been delivering the consistently high standard of education that it is now renowned for in Far North Queensland.

The Cairns Diocese covers Far North Queensland from Cardwell to the Torres Strait Islands and west to the Northern Territory border and includes the Gulf of Carpentaria and the Atherton Tablelands.

With 27 Catholic schools and colleges servicing nearly 11,000 primary and high school students across our region, the Cairns Diocese is making a difference in the lives of the individual students and our wider community.

With a vision for providing life-long and a quality Catholic education so that “students are able to reach their full potential through the enhancement of their educational, personal and spiritual dimensions”, it is no wonder that the demand for Catholic education is growing in our community.

In 2016, the Cairns Diocese will open two new schools – St Joseph’s Parish School in Weipa and MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter (near Edmonton). A Flexi School with campuses at Manoora and Cooktown has opened in 2015 to cater for youth who are disengaged from mainstream education. Presently, 1 in 4 students in Far North Queensland attend a Catholic school and the Cairns Diocese employs more than 1,700 people across the region, making it one of the largest non-government employers in the North.

of the State. They deliver the Australian Curriculum and offer broad curriculum and co-curricular opportunities in well-resourced and technologically-equipped classrooms that have all of the requirements for contemporary learning in the 21st century.

Yet with their distinctive mission, Catholic schools are Christ-centred communities based on gospel values. They acknowledge, promote and celebrate the God-given gifts of each individual so that they may achieve their potential. They also work in partnership with parents, and provide caring, safe and respectful learning environments. Catholic schools are affordable, and welcoming to all who value the explicit goals and educational quality that Catholic schools are known for.

According to Executive Director of Cairns Catholic Education Services, Bill Dixon, “The new schools reflect our faith in the continuing strong growth of Cairns especially in the southern corridor and our belief in Weipa’s ongoing role as a strong mining and service centre on Cape York.”

Cairns Catholic Education is an integral part of the life and fabric of the Far North Queensland region and proud to support its local Chamber of Commerce.

It is not necessary for students to be Catholic or come from Catholic families, however enrolments into Catholic schools comprise families that demonstrate their support for the values and ethos of Catholic education.

Catholic schools take a holistic approach to delivering education and aim to provide an educational foundation for the full development of the person – intellectually, spiritually, socially, emotionally and physically.

Like all Australian schools, Catholic schools are accountable to the government for meeting the specific learning and teaching requirements

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NIGHT SKY SECRETS The night skies hold amazing secrets!

NightSkySecrets offer a range of high quality, easy to use, Telescopes, Binoculars, optical accessories and publications for the Astronomer, Birdwatcher and all enthusiasts of the great outdoors. They conduct specialist night sky tours with an emphasis on Aboriginal Astronomy. Now offering a 6 metre wide Inflatable Mobile Planetarium (for 20 to 30 people) for major events, functions, schools, educational institutions & more.

From our city store we give free advice and demonstrations of all types of optics to best match to your needs.

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QUEENSLAND TRAINING SERVICES PTY LTD (QTS) QTS is a registered training organisation (RTO # 31178) based in Cairns offering nationally accredited courses and competencies across a range of industries. We have a reputation of providing prompt, professional service, using qualified, experienced consultants and trainers to deliver up-to-date, industry standard training and advice.

Visit our modern, air conditioned training centre located in the heart of Cairns. Those undertaking their qualification with us receive extensive course notes, a USB drive pre-loaded with information, templates and legislation, and receive a delicious lunch every day. Students are fully supported by our trainers to undertake their post course assignments even after the training has finished.

Training includes qualifications in Work Health and Safety, Training and Assessment, Frontline Management, Small Business Management, Business Administration and

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Diplomas of Business and Management. We also deliver health and safety representative, fire safety training, traffic control and traffic management, forklift operation, elevated work platform, confined space entry, work safely at heights, incident investigation, hazardous substances, helicopter awareness, low voltage rescue, test and tag, asbestos removal and supervision, construction white card, and more.

When your staff need training, visit our website at www.qldtraining.com.au and browse through our extensive list of accredited and non-accredited courses and qualifications.

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TURNERS HOME APPLIANCES

Founded in 1936 by Mr Syd Turner, Turners has been continuously owned and operated as an Electrical Appliance Retail Store by the Turner family for almost 80 years.

Syd’s son Gary Turner took over management of the business in 1978, but Syd continued working almost every day until his passing in October 2005.

technology advancements, from valve and transistor radios, wringer washing machines to the latest innovations of today.

Today, Gary remains in charge as Director, with his son Brendan, now the Store Manager - the third generation Turner to take the helm. It is this close family connection and commitment to providing personalised service that has seen Turners remain competitive against major national chains.

“Our team prides itself in keeping up to date with the very latest developments in consumer electronics and appliances,” Brendan said.

Brendan says, “We’ve come a long way from 1936, but one thing has remained constant - an old fashioned dedication to service and courtesy and a store policy that every customer will be greeted personally.”

“As part of Australia’s biggest independent buying group we have the buying power to source stock at prices that are more than competitive with the big national chains. On top of this, we can offer superior individual attention, personal service and flexibility when compared to a big brand store.”

“With buying power second to none we regularly win government and commercial tenders with our competitive pricing.”

The last eight decades have seen huge changes in both electronics technology and consumer retail and Turners has always been at the forefront of

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“We make it a point to stock new products as soon as they hit the market.”

Never afraid to expand into new categories, Turners are now stocking a considerable range of bedding and homewares including popular brands in mattresses and the latest styles of bedroom furniture and Manchester.

Turners offer the best outdoor solutions too as the only store in Cairns stocking the choice magazine award winning Weber Q BBQ’s boasting the high lids and thermometers.

They are Cairns’ only Weber Specialist Dealer stocking the full range of Weber Q’s, premium gas and charcoal kettle BBQ’s as well as the full range of accessories.

If you or your business needs electrical appliances, talk to Brendan Turner and his team at Turners Home Appliances today where you will be served by someone nice, and get a really good price!

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So much more than just a recruitment company Drake is not just in the recruitment business. Our job is focused on both ensuring that companies and individuals are expertly matched, and both retaining and motivating staff to progress and grow within your organisation.

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We know that one size does not fit all.

Drake offers a unique suite of integrated services which can be tailored to support your strategies and achieve your goals, at any stage of the employee lifecycle.

Our portfolio of Solutions include: • Leadership Development

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The Cairns Chamber of Commerce website is updated regularly and is a valuable source for up and coming events, including luncheons, guest speakers, workshops and trade missions.

Also for a full comprehensive listing of members go to the online directory for further contact details.

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OSTARA AUSTRALIA

Ostara Australia is a national not-for-profit that provides specialist recruitment services for people disadvantaged through health, disability, age or cultural background. It is Australia’s largest mental health specialist in disability employment.

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Ostara Australia works in partnership with over 5500 employers that understand the many business and social benefits associated with employing disadvantaged job seekers within their organisation.

Employer Benefits include: Ostara Australia’s service is fully Government funded.

“Right fit” and “job ready” candidates put forward to match your business requirements.

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Assistance with job specific training for new employees through Government funded training programs (if required).

Pre-screening of candidates and assistance with job design.

Assistance with accessing Government employment subsidies.

Ongoing support for the employer and employee, and much more…..

(07) 4037 5100 info@ostara.org.au

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, RECRUITMENT & LABOUR HIRE, COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE

QITE is one of the largest regional providers of employment services, recruitment and labour hire and community services in the Far North. As a notfor-profit organisation, QITE employs up to 95 people at any one time and services Mareeba, Atherton, Innisfail, Cairns, Ravenshoe and Yarrabah with outreach services in Mossman and Tully.

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QITE has been making a direct economic difference to our communities since 1987, and this continues QITE can demonstrate a history of collaboration today which we achieve through our Vision: with Registered Training Organisations and allied Support Services to assist our clients to improve their Meaningful employment for all; adding value to the lives. This is enhanced by QITE’s membership of the people we serve, their families and communities.

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QITE’s service offering extends beyond employment services and includes: • • •

QT’s Early Learning Centre - a long hours daycare Centre in Mareeba; Recruitment and Labour Hire - working with employers to fill vacancies and meet their recruitment needs.

Passenger Transport Services - mobilising workers where transport is often a barrier to employment.

QITE’s team is dedicated to the continuation of quality service in the Far North, and we invite your contact when you are next seeking staff for your team.

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STAFFING SOLUTION Honesty, Integrity and Good Old Fashioned Service.

If your most valuable commodity is your employees, engaging creative staffing solutions can help you find the RIGHT people for the RIGHT job. We have assisted hundreds of businesses, from local small businesses through to large multi Nationals and Global Hotel chains. LET US HELP YOU. The engagement of Staffing Solution will add real “strategic value” to the worth of your Company, for a variety of reasons: We have a pool of talented, highly skilled people to draw on when you have a vacancy that needs to be filled and can save you the need and cost for expensive recruitment campaigns.

Credentials/qualifications, dependability, grooming, attitude, punctuality, skills and reference checks are all attended to by us prior to any interview being arranged.

When recruiting for key positions, we will ensure that any applicants presented will be appropriately skilled

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and competent for the relevant job, exercise a wealth of experience and deliver an expert approach to any recruitment campaign.

Staffing Solution supply MORE staff to MORE Hospitality and Aged Care properties than anyone else in Far North Queensland. We have a substantial pool of Temporary/Casual staff supplying: Chefs and Catering Assistants Food and Beverage Attendants Front Office Staff Cleaning Personnel / Support Services Assistants Businesses carrying an increased workload or having annual leave or sickness leading to staff shortages, can rely on Staffing Solution to supply temporary workers to keep the operations flowing.

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WORKFORCE ONE WorkForce One is a local Cairns company with a strong focus on working with employers and jobseekers in the Cairns, Tablelands, and surrounding areas.

The small efficient team at WorkForce One understand the local building, farming, tourism , mining and general business communities and are confident in their ability to find and present a successful match to meet all needs.

We take great pride in providing a service to our clients that eliminates the hassle of dedicating valuable time to the recruitment process.

We offer both Labour Hire and Professional Placement services at very competitive prices.

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a void at the workplace, but to ensure the workers presented fit the position available with efficiently and smoothly transition into the position to the satisfaction of both employer and employee.

We take the time to understand your business, as well as what is required of the candidate to fill the role successfully. By doing this, we can source the most desirable candidates who possess all the skills and experience required to hit the ground running.

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WORKLINK EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT GROUP INC. Worklink’s vision is that people who experience mental health issues have the opportunity for employment, improved economic and social well-being and acceptance in the community.

Worklink Employment Support Group Inc. (Worklink) is a diverse organisation that provides employment assistance and professional support to people with a mental health condition and other disadvantaged groups in the community. In addition Worklink provides workshops to employers including “Managing Diversity – Mental Health in the Workplace”.

Through its Disability Employment Service, Worklink provides a vital link between people with mental health conditions and employers. Its core aim is to help people find a job or maintain their current role, but it also offers a professional placement service for companies. Worklink provides on-going moral support, one-on-one mentoring and on-job support for its jobseekers to ensure the best possible outcomes for both the employee and employer.

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NORWELD

Your one-stop aluminium fabrication and repair workshop.

Since opening in 1971, the team at Norweld has been serving clients all over Australia. Providing a large range of services for all your aluminium problems the team have you covered, and if not, it’s easy enough to contact them to see if what you want is possible. With over 40 years experience in the field, and a mission to provide exceptional service, create opportunities for employees, and to continue to do unique projects, it’s easy to see why Norweld is the place to go to solve your aluminium problems.

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DELIVERING PEACE OF MIND TO THE PEOPLE OF CAIRNS FOR OVER 40 YEARS Bob Fowler started Fowler’s Group in the early 1970’s, when flares and perms were all the rage.

Fortunately a lot has changed over the past 40 years, but when it comes to doing business in Cairns, a lot has stayed the same.

Fowler’s Group was built on a strong commitment to our clients, our families and the people of Cairns, three fundamentals that we will never change.

With two generations (and during school holidays three generations) of Fowlers working in the business, and the support of a hardworking team of dedicated professionals, we are proud to be one of the leading financial planning and advisory firms in Australia.

If you want financial peace of mind, rest assured that Fowler’s Group are here for the long run, proudly offering quality advice to individuals, families and businesses in Far North Queensland.

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SHANE TIBBS & ASSOCIATES

Shane Tibbs & Associates are your North Queensland local insurance broker & financial planner dedicated to providing general insurance and financial planning for more than 25 years.

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Their friendly staff will help you with all your insurance needs including claims. Just call 4052 1950.

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NQPS PTY LTD FNSS Guards & Patrols and N.Q. Protective Services Providing professional security services to businesses and individuals in North Queensland

NQPS Pty Ltd (trading as FNSS Guards & Patrols and N.Q. Protective Services) is a totally independent, locally owned Cairns based company proud to stand on our record.

We have a select team of experienced staff and we take pride in the performance of our services. All security services that we provide are supervised by senior staff with long standing field experience who have served North Queensland since 1974.

It is comforting to know that if a problem arises, you can speak to a director of the company, face to face, to ensure immediate attention to your needs.

We have one main focus as a company, and that is to make sure your premises, regardless of whether it is your factory, office, home, or building, stays secure.

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We provide the people, training and equipment to complement your system in place.

All our staff are trained and licensed professionals in accordance with State legislative requirements.

Ongoing training courses and personal development ensures our security staff attain skills ranging from the basic duties to management of the most complex sites. With the experience of our staff in all areas of the security industry - from mobile patrols, alarm response/ monitoring, to guarding services, you can be sure that we can bond a service partnership with you, the customer.

It is our privilege to be able to serve our valued clients in North Queensland, providing them with superior security services.

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Your employees and customers can be savouring a delicious cappuccino from our cafe quality coffee system for as little as 80 cents per cup.

The benefits of an Xpresso Delight coffee system include: Your own private coffee concierge to service your system, provide all consumables (except milk and water).

Great coffee in less than a minute and no barista required!

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A coffee system designed for user pays, so staff can organise their own machine.

A system designed to raise funds for social clubs, charities and special events.

A time-efficient solution to providing your staff with great coffee without the time-expensive morning coffee runs.

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We can deliver our patented coffee system right to your workplace in Cairns. No more wasting time standing in the queue for coffee in the morning or waiting in line at the coffee van. We supply a range of clients including Government offices, social clubs, private businesses, hairdressers, car dealerships and sporting clubs. Enjoying barista quality espresso coffee at work has never been more convenient or affordable.

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Chair Tips FNQ supplies replacement chair feet, adjustable feet, levelling feet, chair tips, table protectors, adjustable table feet and various hard to find parts and components and accessories for chairs and tables.

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HEAVY AND CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION

ROBINSON CIVIL GROUP

Robinson Civil Group is a medium sized company committed to big results.

With a modern fleet consisting of the latest technology, and a qualified, experienced team, we are committed to quality and achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Originating from Herberton, our reach is wide and extends to remote, local and state-wide works. The Robinson Civil Group’s head office is maintained in North Queensland.

Robinson Civil Group is a civil construction company which has a core business focus and experience in all aspects of civil works specialising in: Road construction Road rehabilitation Reconstruction and maintenance Earthworks and drainage structures Additional subsidiary operations in plant hire and contract mine operations

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Robinson Civil Group maintains exploration of new technologies with major business growth in road stabilisation.

We look outwardly for the latest and developing industry technologies that can be adopted in business operations, to offer efficient and cost effective solutions with increased strength and longevity of the finished product.

Robinson Civil Group is strongly committed to providing best practice for our customers. We operate to meet your business needs and ensure that all clients have direct access to the business owner and director, Bill Robinson, who has extensive hands-on experience and civil construction technical knowledge.

We are supported by our loyal core workforce, who are multiskilled across a range of plants and bring a high level of experience, expertise and knowledge.

6 Elms Road, WONDECLA QLD 4887

(07) 4096 2399

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HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT

AUSTRALIAN HYDRAULIC SERVICES Here at Australian Hydraulic Services, we believe that if your equipment is doing its job properly, we’ve done ours. We provide just about everything from hydraulic repairs to testing to inspections and we carry them all out to the highest possible international standard.

We have been in this business since 1999 so we think it’s safe to say that we know our stuff. You may have known us as CFP back then, but we are still the same company to the core. We are a locally owned and operated venture out of Far North Queensland, and we are quite proud of our accomplishments including being ranked in the top 5% of hydraulic companies.

In a constantly changing industry, it’s important to keep up to date with all the latest developments and practices.

Here at Australian Hydraulic Services, we continuously improve the knowledge of our staff through training and professional development.

We have access to a valuable pool of resources through our strategic alliances with many internationally recognised companies. What does this mean for you? It means we’ll be drawing on the knowledge of international businesses,

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allowing us to resolve all your issues effectively, efficiently and without delay.

Our hydraulic services are held to world class standards so that your business receives the best. WE comply with international standards through best practice quality safety procedures and systems and we only do business with suppliers who are accredited to the same level.

We do all this because we want your equipment to last the distance. By using our products and services, you are effectively increasing your productivity, equipment reliability, and ultimately, your profitability.

Call us today on 4078 1000.

10 Dickson Road, INNISFAIL QLD 4860 3 Bramp Close, Portsmith, CAIRNS QLD 4870

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(07) 4078 1000 (Innisfail) (07) 4038 7200 (Cairns)

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INSURANCE SERVICES

GOLF DAY

OPTIMUS 1 INSURANCE BROKERS

ANNUAL CAIRNS CHAMBER GOLF DAY Lead by a team of enthusiastic and talented people, who together have years of experience in the insurance and service industries.

First established in 1999, under a different name, Optimus 1 Insurance brokers is a general insurance broking firm. Offering clients a personal and friendly service, with an aim to add value to client relationships by giving sound advice based on ‘up to the minute’ industry knowledge.

258 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt CAIRNS QLD 4870

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(07) 4041 5611

HAVE FUN WHILE DOING SERIOUS BUSINESS The event is fun for all participants – whether you are an inexperienced golfer – or a seasoned player.

Beyond just the golf, we also enjoy a barbecue lunch, with presentations in the afternoon and a competition for the bestdressed team.

The Annual Cairns Chamber Golf Day is a big hit amongst the business community of Far North Queensland, (with more than 100 players expected to partake in the fun) – so it will be a case of ‘first in first served’ for all team bookings and sponsorship opportunities.

There are a number of ways for Cairns Chamber members to get involved, with options to suit every budget.

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LEGAL SERVICES

MARINO MOLLER LAWYERS Offering a full range of legal services to companies and individuals throughout the Far North Queensland region.

Marino Moller is a locally owned law firm with five offices all within the Cairns region. The offices are in Port Douglas, Edmonton, Gordonvale, Babinda, and of course Cairns.

With five different locations you are able to get the same great law advice and help possible. Specialising in commercial law, planning and environment, conveyancing, wills and estates, and family law, the team can give you their specialised knowledge and strive to deliver you with the highest quality of legal work possible.

The team at Marino Moller work with the motto “Our best

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advice, Your best interests”, and they fulfil this by being accessible, efficient, and responsive to their clients, along with finding practical and effective solutions, while communicating clearly and conducting themselves with honesty and integrity.

Since the firm opened in 1988 the team at Marino Moller Lawyers continue to be part of the community and contribute by supporting all types of events within the community. With such great core morals and principals and their support of the local community, it’s easy to see why they are a pre-eminent firm of legal advisors.

1st Floor, Marino’s Arcade, 70 Grafton Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.marinomoller.com.au 95

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(07) 4081 6700

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LEGAL SERVICES

FRANK LANZA MIGRATION SERVICES & LANZA LEGAL PTY LTD

The last 12 months saw the expansion of Frank Lanza Migration Services into the incorporated legal practice Lanza Legal.

Frank Lanza Migration Services was launched in 1998. Since then, the team has grown to eight highly qualified staff, including three lawyers.

Lanza Legal assists clients needing help in family law, criminal law, contract law, commercial matters, mediation and arbitration of disputes and of course migration law.

To expand the range of services offered, the business became an incorporated law firm, and now operating as Lanza Legal can provide a full range of legal services.

Frank is also a nationally accredited Mediator and Arbitrator.

Frank Lanza arrived in Australia in 1969 as a 23-year-old with nuclear engineering qualifications. He began working in mining exploration which took him across the globe for the next 17 years. As he neared his 40th birthday, he switched from engineering to law and graduated at 43.

Of course, Lanza Legal still provides the same specialist migration services they always have, from Frank Lanza and the same dedicated team of migration agents and lawyers.

Living and working in Cairns, Frank began practicing as a barrister before realising the potential for applying his legal knowledge in the field of migration.

“I had been there myself, and I asked what I could do to help other people migrate,” Frank says.

The team is dedicated to helping visa applicants achieve their dreams, assisting with all kinds of visa applications including skilled migrants, students, partners, investors and retirees.

“I helped a few, a few became many, and many became a tidal wave.”

Frank remains the only Queensland Law Society nationally accredited

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immigration law specialist in North Queensland – and one of only six in the state.

Lanza Legal also assists local business interested in sourcing and sponsoring overseas workers. Tourism remains the biggest employer of overseas workers in Cairns, filling roles in restaurants, retail stores and tour and dive operators. Chinese speaking staff are the most highly sought after, followed by Japanese and Europeans.

Frank says sourcing skilled migrants will become increasingly important to address the skills shortage left

by Australia’s ageing population.

“Australia will need to increase its migrant intake and skilled workers will comprise the lion’s share of that number.”

For more information on Lanza Legal’s services - www.lanzalegal.com.au

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MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT

NORLIFT When Your Business Needs A Lift “When your business needs a lift”

FORKLIFT HIRE SALES SERVICE PARTS SERVICE

At Norlift, we place an important emphasis on expert Service to keep your Forklift working and your servicing costs as low as possible. No matter what Forklift brand you use, our qualified Technicians use the latest diagnostic equipment to ensure a fast and accurate diagnosis, helping to save you time and money.

• Field Service • Workshop Service • Scheduled Preventative Maintenance Service

HIRE

Norlift offers the largest Hire Fleet in Far North Queensland with a range of 1.50 tonne through to 36 tonne capacity options. All Terrain and Telescopic Telehandler (4×4) machines available, along with conventional Forklifts in Petrol, Diesel and Electric alternatives and we also have a range of Floor Sweepers and Scrubbers available.

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SALES -FORKLIFTS

Norlift are the CAIRNS Forklift agents for TOYOTA and BAOLI in Far North Queensland. We can source a wide range of new machines to suit your requirements, which you can appreciate the Advice, Service and Quality products available from the North’s leading supplier.

www.norlift.com.au

(07) 4041 6767

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M E D I A C O M M U N I C AT I O N S

AE SMITH

MAXWELL MEDIA

AE Smith deliver technical and engineering services covering mechanical, electrical, energy, fire, hydraulics, plumbing and refrigeration solutions.

Finding the right outcome for our commercial and industrial customers means delivering more than just air conditioning. AE Smith can design, construct, install and maintain a comprehensive range of tailored services some of which include:

Refrigeration Fire / Smoke Control BMS (Building Management System) Data & Communications Standby Power Generation Predictive Energy Optimisation (BuildingIQ) Energy Opportunity Studies Energy Modelling, Monitoring & Reporting Energy Efficient Lighting

We are hugely passionate about what we do and this shows in the work that we produce.

With over 30 years’ experience in the industry and numerous awards received, we have you covered for all your media needs.

Web commercials & videos TV Commercials Corporate & Promotional Videos Underwater filming/photography Aerial Filming - including drone Call us today.

107 Bunda Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870

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SPARE PARTS

Norlift have a full range of parts and accessories for ALL Makes and Models of Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Sweepers and Scrubbers.

Specialising in sourcing those hard to obtain parts, we have experienced interpreters that know what parts your talking about. Direct computer link access to source all over the World to promptly find the parts you need.

144 Lyons Street, Bungalow, CAIRNS QLD 4870

MECHANICAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR

Mechanical Services HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning)

No matter what Forklift you require, at Norlift you can make an informed decision designed to match your individual requirements with the assistance of our highly knowledgeable staff with more than 100 years experience and 3 generations in Forklifts.

(07) 4046 8103 • 1300 313313 www.aesmith.com.au

40/7 Tari Place, TRINITY BEACH QLD 4879

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MEDIA C O M M U N I C AT I O N S

CAIRNSLIFE

The premier Lifestyle & Business magazine in Cairns.Written, designed and produced in the Cairns CBD. Contact details

At CairnsLife we focus on the people, businesses and events that make this beautiful city turn. We provide a platform for businesses to reach their markets and for people to have their say.

We pride ourselves on sophisticated photography, design and interesting articles produced by our dedicated local team.

Shop 7, 84 Lake Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.cairnslifemag.com.au

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M E D I C A L & / O R O T H E R H E A LT H CARE SERVICES

BALANCE EDMONTON

Balance! Edmonton Family Practice is the Cairns GP Super Clinic, bringing together general practitioners, nurses, medical specialists, allied health professionals and other health care providers to deliver better health care, tailored to the needs and priorities of the community.

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Balance is committed to multidisciplinary team care, providing excellent primary healthcare to the communities that we serve, with specific strategies to target those who are the most disadvantaged in the community. We aim to make primary health care accessible and affordable to those in need.

Services: Audiology Diabetes education

5 Walker Road, EDMONTON QLD 4869 www.balancehealthclinic.com.au 99

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Dietician Exercise physiology Mental health Minor procedures Occupational therapy Pathology Pharmacy Physiotherapy Podiatry Psychology Specialists Speech pathology

(07) 4055 4400

MEDICAL &/OR OTHER H E A LT H C A R E S E R V I C E S

BRUCE MELLICK OPTOMETRY Bruce Mellick Optometry is proud to have been helping the people of Cairns look and see their best for the last 40 years.

Bruce is well-known for his reputation and experience and you’ll find that when you enter the Eye Care Corner on Abbott Street, you’ll be greeted by friendly faces and knowledgeable staff. The team pride themselves on exceptional service in helping you look after your eyes, from a full eye health and vision examination to choosing the right sunglasses or frames.

Their philosophy is educating patients for life, not just a one off 15 minute appointment. Bruce recommends a comprehensive eye health examination every two years, even if you don’t wear glasses.

This comprehensive exam allows Bruce to gather all necessary information to not only build a profile of your eye health but can also assist in detecting glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes. Early detection is the key to seeing better for longer. The team are dedicated to educating people and take a holistic approach so you leave seeing better, looking great and knowing a little more about your eyes.

Bruce is a behavioural optometrist who enjoys helping people, especially children, with this holistic approach to vision care.

This is not just about what you see but how the visual message is interpreted by the brain, and this can be especially helpful to school children to achieve their best.

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Technology is advancing rapidly and this is also true in optometry.

Bruce and his team are committed to regularly attending professional development sessions to ensure their knowledge is current and up to date with the latest advancements in eye health. Bruce’s belief in investing in technology ensures they have the latest equipment for the most comprehensive eye health and vision exam.

Bruce Mellick Optometry is not just cutting edge in technology but also in the frames and products they bring to Cairns. They stock a large range of stunning frames with exclusive lines. All staff are fully qualified technicians and can assist to help find the perfect frames and lenses for your event.

No appointment or consultation is necessary, just bring your script and they can assist with the rest.

They encourage people to come in and browse the range of frames for every day and event wear to find the perfect glasses to suit their style.

For clients convenience there is parking at the rear of the practice and they are open late Tuesday nights by appointment. To look and see your best, the team at Bruce Mellick Optometry are there to help.

(07) 4051 6795 reception@brucemellick.com.au

M I G R AT I O N C O N S U LTA N T S &/OR SERVICES

CAROL SHIPWAY MIGRATION SERVICES Known for her patience, sensitivity, and determination to help her clients, Carol Shipway can help you with all your immigration needs.

The migration process to live or stay in Australia can be extremely complex and stressful, but with more than 17 years’ experience, Carol Shipway Migration Services can help to give you the best chance for success. Dealing with all types of visas, ranging from work to family visas, and holiday to temporary long stay visas, the team at Carol Shipway Migration Services has you covered. With years of experience, and a goal to get the best outcome for you, Carol Shipway Migration Services continues to help all clients feel confident and secure in the process.

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Suite 12, 25 Grafton Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.carolshipwaymigration.com.au

(07) 4041 1580

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MEMBER BENEFITS Cairns Chamber membership will provide you with:

FREE advertising in our Business Notices section of ‘Opportunities For Your Business’ ePublication; FREE Business2Business Program;

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FREE contracting / tendering opportunities and essential small business tools; FREE subscription to monthly e-publications keeping you updated on projects, opportunities and events, as well as monthly reports on what the Cairns Chamber is achieving on your behalf;

FREE Membership Directory listings - list your business in our dedicated Membership Directory.

Our members prefer to do business with other members; FREE use of our Cairns Chamber boardroom; FREE use of our PNG office and conference room; FREE use of our Hong Kong office; Go to our website for more information www.cairnschamber.com.au

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M I G R AT I O N C O N S U LTA N T S &/OR SERVICES

MIGRATION PLUS With over 70 years of combined experience, the helpful team at Migration Plus ensure you have the best chance of success when applying for your visa.

Each client is looked after personally, with the main goal being for your application to succeed. The business was initially opened in 1983 as an accounting practice, providing a full range of financial services. This was until the owner, Dr Chris White, wanted to assist business clients with their visa applications. In 2006 the business became Migration Plus and has been helping clients ever since.

Migration Plus specifically caters for business, skilled, family and retirement and student visa application, for

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people who would like to live in Queensland or Australia.

With deep industry know-how, the team also have alliances with many credible providers, which can assist with any additional services that you may need. With their easy to use website and helpful staff, its easy to receive a complimentary initial appraisal, to have a look at what your options and opportunities are. With helping others to succeed being the companies philosophy, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see why they are so good at what they do.

Level 12, Cairns Corporate Tower, 15 Lake Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870

www.migrationplus.com.au

(07) 4041 2620

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REDCAT INDUSTRIES

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MOWER & CHAINSAW SALES

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BRASCHS

The place to go for all your lawn mower and chainsaw needs, with a large range of products and brands to choose from, there is something to suit everyone’s needs.

For personal and industrial use, the products at Braschs are the best in their field. With the helpful employees you can get the best help in order to select the product that will suit you best. The website provides helpful videos on most products and the employees in store have years of knowledge to help make your decision.

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71 Sheridan Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 (07) 4051 1411 www.braschs.com.au sales@braschs.com.au

The Cairns Chamber of Commerce website is updated regularly and is a valuable source for up and coming events, including luncheons, guest speakers, workshops and trade missions.

Also for a full comprehensive listing of members go to the online directory for further contact details.

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PERSONAL OR BUSINESS COACHING

MIDLIFE DESIGN

• Career Direction • Job Search • Redundancy / Outplacement • Midlife / Mature Age • Pre-Retirement

Merilyn Hill (Director) is an experienced professional career consultant. Merilyn has a background as a Human Resources Executive, a Graduate Diploma in Career Development, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and is a professional member of the Career Development Association Australia.

Discussion is welcome.

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PO Box 247, YORKEYS KNOB QLD 4878 www.midlifedesign.com.au 103 • C ai r n s C h a m b e r Of C o m m e r ce

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PRINTING SERVICES

CAIRNS PLAN PRINTING SERVICES

Reliable printing services in Cairns.

Established in 1969, Cairns Plan Printing Services is the oldest-established printing company in Far North Queensland. A family-owned company dedicated to providing locals with a professional service and a personal touch. The company has been supporting the local community for over 40 years, servicing local organisations such as the Cairns Taipans, Northern Pride, Rotary, Lions Club, TTNQ , Variety, Salvation Army, Legacy, Guides Australia, Trefoil Guild, Speedway, Cairns Basketball and Cairns Mountain Bike Club.

Our services include: Colour Copying and Printing Digital Printing Black and White Copying Binding Plan Printing Wide-Format Printing Art and Photo Reproduction And much moreâ&#x20AC;Ś For a full list of services or advice on what service is right for your needs, contact our friendly staff.

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59 McLeod Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.cairnsplan.com.au

(07) 4051 2072 trent@cairnsplan.com.au

PROPERTY & INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS

LEND LEASE

Lend Lease is a leading, fully integrated, international property and infrastructure group.

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Lend Leaseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services business is a specialist maintenance and asset management contractor, providing services to the Roads, Water, Power, Telecommunications and Industrial and Resources sectors.

Our clients trust us to operate and maintain public and private infrastructure which serves millions of people every day and keeps communities connected and running. With around 3,500 employees, the Services business

89 Cook Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.lendlease.com

has operations in every Australian state and New Zealand.

We specialise in asset and facilities management with services including long-term operation and maintenance programs, capital upgrades, shutdown and reactive repairs and fabrication works. Clients including road authorities, water, power gas and telecommunication utilities, mining companies and major industrial facilities, depend on our robust and reliable asset management services.

(07) 4050 0000 charlie.panitteri@lendlease.com

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R E A L E S TAT E SERVICES

LUCAS SEXTON

Property Shop Sales Executive, Lucas Sexton, is a fourth generation Cairns local who is proud to be local and proud to call Cairns home. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the local residential sales market and has been in real estate in Cairns since 2007.

Born in Cairns and educated at Balaclava State School and Trinity Bay High School, Lucas is a 4th generation Cairns local and the great, great grandson of Charles Mckenzie the 3rd Mayor of Cairns in 1905. In recent years, Lucas has been involved with the Cairns Chamber of Commerce through the Leadership Programme and found the experience rewarding.

“It was a fabulous opportunity to meet many of the people in our local business community and a very valuable learning experience.”

Coming from a well-known family in Cairns who have had a very strong background in small to medium business, Lucas has many contacts in the Cairns Community and he is heavily involved in a number of Community organisations including Cairns Sunrise Rotary Club, Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) and of course, the Cairns Chamber of Commerce.

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Cairns and especially the Cairns’ property market and believes that if the Aspial Nova development goes ahead it will create the next “boom” so to speak for our community, and of course the Aquis development should it start.

He is also a great believer in following and supporting the local tourism industry as “tourism drives everything in Cairns and you would have to be very naive to think that it doesn’t have an impact on the local business of all fields and the property market.”

“Most areas of Cairns are definitely showing increases. Land sales have gone through the roof due to a lack of existing homes on the market and I am really looking forward to selling in a boom market.”

Lucas sells property from Innisfail to the Tablelands and all over Cairns and believes the inner city suburbs are the areas to invest in because of their close proximity to the CBD, with short travel times for City workers.

When choosing an agent to market your property or to find your dream home, Lucas believes that you need to work with an agent you can trust, one who has a great local knowledge of the area you are looking in and one that is accessible.

“Being able to provide home owners and investors, especially out-of-towners, with excellent local knowledge and experience of the Cairns property market is essential to meeting the needs of your clients.”

If you are looking to sell or looking for your new home and you want to work with an agent that has a wealth of local knowledge and experience in the property market, then contact Lucas Sexton at Property Shop today.

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R E A L E S TAT E SERVICES

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Allana Brown, owner of Real Estate Services NQ , has been working in the real estate industry in Queensland and NSW for 35 years.

She held offices in the Real Estate Institute of NSW; owned three real estate offices in Sydney, and managed State Government commercial leasing and residential asset disposal programs.

Allana has established her real estate business in Cairns with implementation of effective systems

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and practices that save, and make her clients more money than most in a keen operation with the highest of standards in service and ethics.

Contact Allana to talk seriously about marketing property effectively and efficiently for your best returns.

With a wealth of experience and a love of dealing with people, she heads the fundamentally new approach to real estate marketing.

0408 775 099 www.resnq.com.au

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RE/MAX CAIRNS

The Cairns real estate industry is entering exciting new territory, welcoming interest from international markets and opening new doors of opportunity for local people.

Where 20 years ago agents looked only to their local market to sell property, RE/MAX Cairns now leads the way in promoting properties to overseas buyers.

It has revolutionised the way Tony Williamson and his team do business and it is driving record results month on month. Tony says the Cairns real estate market now has the attention of the world.

“There are many overseas markets – Japan, China, Philippines, India, South Africa, United Kingdom, for example,” he says.

“Each foreign investor has differing reasons for investing but one thing they have in common is they see Cairns as somewhere they want to invest, because they see opportunity for yields and capital gains in a relatively solid economy, and a good lifestyle.”

Tony has also identified new markets in emerging economies like China, Thailand and the Philippines.

“The size of the middle class is booming and expanding at a dizzying rate. These are the investors who want to buy.”

“They are the new ‘mum and dad’ investors, a group growing at a rate of knots, almost too fast to comprehend.”

RE/MAX Cairns joins an international group of more than 6600 offices in 95 countries, providing even greater exposure for Tony’s team, and their property portfolio, on the world stage.

In July 2015, Tony was a key player in the inaugural RE/ MAX Asia-Pacific network Conference and Property Fair in Singapore, forging valuable international agent-to-agent links.

Australia and New Zealand will be among 13 regions involved including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Guam, Korea, China, Japan, India, Sri Lanka and Mongolia.

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“In March 2015, I was invited to speak to a similar world conference in Las Vegas, and I was a proud representative of Cairns, out in front of thousands of agents spreading the word that Cairns is the best place in the world.”

It is the excitement of the chase that has sustained Tony’s interest in real estate since his start in the industry at 21. Born and raised in Cairns, he always had an interest in property and sales and jumped at the opportunity to combine them in a career.

“Through momentum and hard work, we’ve built a beautiful business.”

Tony likens real estate to sport, and says the job is performancebased and depends on individual performance in a team environment.

As demand for property in Cairns continues to grow, so too does the team at RE/MAX Cairns. Tony employs a team of 26 people and is always on the lookout for enthusiastic new recruits.

With the support of his team, Tony continues to pioneer the industry, tapping into previously unexplored buyer markets and employing innovative and effective marketing.

“We are continually learning and adapting and researching what works, and adopting that into our work.”

330 Sheridan Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.remaxcairns.com.au

(07) 4044 4888 info@remaxcairns.com.au

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As a member you have the ability to promote your Business through our Business2Business (B2B) Member Benefits Program.

All you have to do is provide us with your offer and we will do the rest.

You can view other members’ offers in our Members Directory.

We are all about providing increased value to our members and the B2B Member Benefits Program encourages member to member business, by providing enticing offers that are only available to members. The initiative supports ‘buy local’ and ‘looking after our own’. It will bring more business to your door by promoting your busines via our website to other members.

Go to our website for more information www.cairnschamber.com.au

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CAFÉ CHINA

Multiple Award Winning Restaurant serving some of the best traditional Chinese food in the Cairns region.

Café China is made up of one restaurant, in the Reef Hotel Casino, one express restaurant, as well as two other noodle bars for casual dining. With four locations throughout Cairns, you are able to enjoy the delicious Chinese and Asian cuisine for lunch or dinner. The restaurant specialises in local live seafood and Yum cha and source local ingredients for all their food. The master chefs from all over China create great tasting and exciting Chinese and Asian food for every guest.

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Café China can serve up to 500 guests at the same time. Group reservations and A-la-carte are welcome. The restaurant also encompasses a bar and three elegant private function rooms for special occasions or important business events. For an alternative option you are also able to choose a banquet option. To enjoy the best Chinese cuisine in Cairns, Café China is here to satisfy all your dining needs.

Café China Seafood Restaurant, Main Foyer, The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf Street

(07) 4041 2828

Café China Express @ the Marina Pier Shopping Centre, Pier Point Rd,

(07) 4051 6887

@ Spence Street Rydges Plaza Complex, 32-40 Spence Street

(07) 4051 0423

@ The Reef Casino, 6A Abbott Street, Customs House

(07) 4041 7077

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info@cafechina.com.au

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DUNDEES Dundee’s Restaurant captures the three ingredients of success at its best. Great Food, Great Location and Perfect Ambience.

Come in and relax at Dundee’s Restaurant on the Waterfront, one of Cairns’ most picturesque dining experiences. We are centrally located on the Cairns boardwalk beneath the Cairns Harbour Light Hotels.

Close to all major hotels and shops, yet protected from the noise of passing traffic and the general hustle and bustle of the City.

You can watch the Reef boats go to and from the Great Barrier Reef.

Our mission is to maintain a relaxed, positive dining experience with products and professional service that consistently exceed customer expectations.

Dundee’s is a great place to enjoy a business

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lunch whether it be a small or large group, we can cater for any size. The menu offers fresh local produce with an extensive selection of creative flair, prepared by Executive Chef James Wort and his team.

Specialising in Australian beef, fresh seafood, pasta and Salads, there is a dish to cater for every tastebud. Try the Oz Beef Rock - steak sizzling on Hot Volcanic Rock or the Smoked Crocodile Salad or the Chilli Mussels.

We are open for lunch and dinner 365 days a year so come in and spoil yourself with the flavours that have pleased so many locals and visitors for more than two decades.

Harbour Lights, 3/1 Marlin Parade, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.dundees.com.au

(07) 4051 0399

dundees@dundees.com.au

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SALT HOUSE Situated at Marina Point, next to the Cairns Yacht Club facilities, Salt House is a unique dining, bar and entertainment venue offering a panorama of the ocean, marina and city on the waterfront in Cairns.

Salt House has been designed by renowned Sydney designer Michael McCann of Dreamtime Australia Design and the fluid space allows uninterrupted views of the changing colours of the ocean and mountains that encircle the city.

Salt House offers a space that is glamorous, funky, chilled-out, progressive, stylish, calming, lively and welcoming all at once. There are several facets to this standard-setting venue: a large Restaurant area with a custom woodfired grill and open kitchen, an outdoor cocktail bar surrounded by flowing ponds

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and fire features and a glowing bar in the front of the complex which showcases local and visiting bands 4 nights a week.

Salt House is heavily focused on providing an atmosphere that can be enjoyed by locals and visitors to Cairns.

Our commitments with the Cairns Yacht Club, Cairns Outrigger Club and Cairns Ladies Game Fishing Clubs have already anchored our place in the marina scene and our stylish approach to every aspect of the Salt House experience has ensured a loyal following and a place on the “must-visit” list of Tropical North Queensland.

(07) 4041 7733

R E TA I L SERVICES

MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA In 2012 Angela was excited to become part of the new Southside shopping centre re development with the expansion of Mount Sheridan Plaza. As part of the set up team and once the centre reopened in September 2012 taking her position as Centre Manager.

Moving into year 4 of trading in September this year, Angela recognises the importance of the Centre in being an integral part of the local community.

The Centre is poised to service a large expanding growth corridor with customers travelling to Mount Sheridan Plaza from as far as Tully.

Since moving to Australia with her family from Manchester England in 2006 Angela has lived and worked in Cairns enjoying the tropical lifestyle and certainly the pace of life compared with a big city. Angela has two older children and two grandchildren and her inspiration and rock is her husband of 15 years Paul.

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106 Barnard Drive, MT SHERIDAN QLD 4868 www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au

Angela managed one of Europe’s largest shopping malls prior to emigrating and on arriving in Cairns at the start of 2007 was offered a job at Smithfield Shopping Centre as operations manager, after a number of years Angela re qualified following her passion for health and safety management and eventually was responsible for looking after a region from Mackay over to Argyle WA with a national concrete business which gave her a chance to visit many of Australia’s towns and cities.

(07) 4036 3150

ALiversage@mtsheridanplaza.com.au

S A F E T Y E Q U I P M E N T, FOOTWEAR & SERVICES

TOTAL SAFETY SERVICES Total Safety Services (TSS) was established in 2002 and assists clients with compliance through systems, process development and management, risk audits, site and system audits and training.

Total Safety Services provides clients with professional health and safety consulting at competitive prices without compromising quality.

TSS is able to provide consultancy services to assist organisations in the management of health and safety issues and other compliance areas.

Specific consultancy services include the development of health and safety procedures and systems, development of health and safety manuals, the conduct of health and safety inspections, conduct and facilitation of risk assessments, system and compliance auditing (including full system audits, desk top audits, compliance audits or specific topic audits), self-insurance auditing for WorkCover and general consultancy.

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Total Safety Services specialises in work health and safety as well as quality assurance procedures for the standard tradesman, builders, contractors, labourers, construction companies, manufacturers and other associated industry.

Areas covered here include quality, safety and environmental systems, fully integrated management systems, production of safe work method statements, WHS Management Systems, construction safety plans and audits in systems, compliance and general workplace safety.

When you need assistance with compliance or work health and safety, simply visit our website at www.totalsafety.com.au to find the perfect solution to suit your organisational requirements.

30 Minnie Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.totalsafety.com.au 111 • C ai r n s C h a m b e r Of C o m m e r ce

(07) 4051 1378 www.totalsafety.com.au

S M A S H R E PA I R SERVICES

WILLMOT SMASH REPAIRS Don’t just trust anyone with your prized possession

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Over its 36-year history in Cairns, Willmot Smash Repairs has evolved from a one-man operation to a highly-respected leader in the industry. As founder of the business, Allan Wilmot has cleverly combined good quality service, leading-edge equipment and environmental sustainability to create a long-lasting recipe for success.

Providing small to major repairs to all makes and models, the highly trained team at Willmot Smash Repairs offers the very latest technology with a fast turn-around.

Servicing both private and commercial clients they are also recommended repairers for RACQ , Suncorp Group and many other major insurers and manufacturers.

Allan and his team are committed to providing the very best service to their loyal clientele – which includes 3rd generation family members. “It’s also important to keep our staff long term as they are a significant investment in our business,” he says.

“We hope to continue as leaders in our industry by setting standards and benchmarks with continual training while partnering with manufacturers and insurance companies in repair processes,” he says.

160 Newell Street, Bungalow, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.willmotsmashrepairs.com.au

(07) 4054 3233

smash@wsrs.com.au

TRAINING SERVICES

MCLEOD TRAINING ORGANISATION PTY LTD (RTO 30187)

The entity of McLeod Training Organisations consists of three separate companies: McLeod Training Organisation Pty Ltd: Cairns based RTO with Ian McLeod as the CEO and Managing Director MTO Training PNG Ltd (NTC191): based in Port Moresby and delivering PNG and Australian qualifications and statements of attainment within PNG for National and expatriate clients Safety Management Systems International Pty Ltd (SMSI): a company involved in developing and implementing safety management systems to Australian and international clients.

McLeod Training Organisation (MTO) is a Vocational Education and Training provider based in Cairns, Australia delivering training and assessments for clients with the outcome result of clients obtaining statements of attainment and qualifications within Australia and internationally. MTO

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is a long term experienced and industry preferred provider of training and assessment in technical and business practices.

MTO has extensive skills in the Forest, Construction, Transport and Logistics, Mining, Rural, Horticulture, Agriculture, Finance, Health & First Aid, Pharmaceutical and Business sectors delivering technical and leadership training and assessment skills and consulting for 23 years operating in all states of Australia and Internationally and as an RTO 30187 since 2004.

MTO is rated as a low risk provider with high skills in technical, industrial, business, health, risk and safety and leadership sectors with a strong brand name as a highly skilled and flexible style delivery organisation in any region and remote communities.

On the 27th October 2014 MTO was invited by ASQA to become an ASQA delegate for the purposes of managing its own scope of registration.

MTO is now a Regulator in its own right for all operations and compliance.

3/37 Anderson Street, Manunda, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.mtotraining.com

(07) 4033 0130

consultant@industrytraining.org

TRAINING SERVICES

VPG With a reputation for providing quality training and employment outcomes, VPG has supported thousands of young Far North Queenslanders to take a step in the right direction.

VPG is a not-for-profit, community based organisation committed to helping young people make the transition through school and onto successful careers and community participation.

We seek to empower youth, strengthen families and build the capacity of education, industry and communities through quality partnerships. VPG would like to recognise our Local Employers who annually host work experience students, helping to prepare a generation of young Australians for the world of work.

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Cairns Office: 39 Moffatt Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.vpginc.com.au

(07) 4032 1677

info@vpginc.com.au

TRANSPORT HIRE SERVICES

CAIRNS LUXURY COACHES

Cairns Luxury Coaches has been operating in Cairns for ten years.

Cairns Luxury Coaches has been operating in Cairns for ten years. Local owner Peter has fifteen yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in the transport industry and started Cairns Luxury Coaches with the goal to be the premier provider of custom transport and tours in Cairns. Ten years later Cairns Luxury Coaches is enjoying the reputation of concierge level service when it comes to customising your event transportation. Whether you have a couple of passengers or need to transport dozens of people our friendly team will help you from beginning to end.

Our fleet of immaculately maintained vehicles consist of luxury coaches, and two sizes of deluxe mini buses. The luxury coaches are equipped with sash seatbelts for comfort and safety, tinted windows and curtains for comfort, overhead storage, reading lights, cloth seats, and a PA system. The deluxe minibuses can seat 24 passengers and have cloth seats, air conditioning, and PA system. The smaller deluxe minibus can transport up to 13 passengers and have cloth seats, air conditioning, seatbelts, and an iPod connection.

No matter the size of your group, large or small, we are confident of being able to provide you with a reliable service at a competitive price.

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1 Donaldson Street, Manunda, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.cairnsluxurycoaches.com.au 11 4 â&#x20AC;˘ C ai r n s C h a m b e r Of C o m m e r ce

(07) 4041 1659

info@cairnsluxurycoaches.com.au

VA L U AT I O N SERVICES

NORTHERN PROPERTY VALUERS

We Value The North - First For Service!

Northern Property Valuers is known for providing the highest standards of quality and integrity in global property transactional, advisory and valuation services. We have a team of qualified staff, including five property valuers plus support staff to offer our clients a comprehensive service across a selection of property types which include residential, commercial and rural valuations.

Managing Director â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Trevor Gard, working hard while overlooking the North Queensland property market.

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Our business is based in Cairns and Mareeba and we provide valuations from Tully in the south to Thursday

2/36 Moffatt Street, CAIRNS NORTH QLD 4870 2/134 Byrnes Street, MAREEBA QLD 4880 valuers@npvaluers.com.au 11 5 â&#x20AC;˘ C ai r n s C h a m b e r Of C o m m e r ce

Island in the north for all the major banks and financial institutions.

Our professional and impartial valuation service and advice guides our clients to make informed and educational decisions in all property matters.

At Northern Property Valuers we listen to our clients and deliver timely and sound property related advice. For a true local knowledge and professional service you can rely on the team at NPV. We always will, value the north.

(07) 4017 2355 (Cairns) (07) 4092 7522 (Mareeba)

WORKWEAR &/OR UNIFORM SERVICES

TOTALLY WORKWEAR

This year Chris and June Kingsbury, owners of TWW Cairns, will be celebrating a milestone birthday as they celebrate the TWW business’ 20th year of trading in Cairns.

Chris, June and their team of 20 full time and casual staff have already kick- started the celebrations with the very first TWW Corporate Fashion Runway event in May which was a fun and exciting evening held poolside on the rooftop at the Pullmans Reef Hotel Casino showcasing TWW’s range of corporate, business and industry wear in a runway fashion show. Chris and June were pleased with the success of the evening and are considering making this event part of the TWW Cairns annual calendar.

Another opportunity to celebrate, will be later in the year at the TWW Annual Conference (10th12th September) which will, coincidentally, be held in Cairns for the first time. The conference will be an excellent opportunity for Chris and June to showcase our beautiful region and city of

Cairns to the Interstate TWW store owners from across Australia, and to celebrate 20 years at the helm of TWW Cairns.

With the recent acquisition of the TWW brand

by Wesfarmers [owners of Coles, Bunnings, Officeworks, Target, Kmart and other majors], exciting changes are on the horizon for the 63 TWW stores nationwide. Chris and June are looking forward to the challenges that the change will bring and believe it will be an exciting new era for the brand.

In their 20 years of TWW business, possibly the greatest challenge Chris and June faced was embracing the need to expand as the business matured, from their original location to the current building just 400m further down the road at 98 Scott Street.

“We began in a 100m2 postage stamp store further along on Scott Street and now we have grown 15-fold into the current facility”.

TWW Cairns services clients from across the widest range of industries including Government corporate, medical, hospitality, construction and mining, and these provide a steady flow of business year long.

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WORKWEAR &/OR UNIFORM SERVICES

TOTALLY WORKWEAR “As we step into the next phase of our business, we will pull out all stops to become the corporate fashion leaders in Cairns, backed by the best brands.”

However, FY16 brings with it the recognition that Cairns has grown up & come of age as an influential modern regional city, requiring a lifting of everyday business dress standards, to support our growing business confidence competing with business people from all walks of life. Chris and June will be targeting for steady growth from the Corporate sector, and this is supported by the recent introduction of pivotal brands including Van Huesen and Pierre Cardin, Gloweave Career, and Biz Corporates.

“As we step into the next phase of our business, we will pull out all stops to become the corporate fashion leaders in Cairns, backed by the best brands.”

Growth strategies include higher levels of representation, heightened willingness to participate in marketing across all media (including radio, TV and print) and working with the Cairns Chamber

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of Commerce to establish good relationships and networking connections within the business community.

In recent years TWW enjoyed working as a Platinum Sponsor within the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, and that choice firmly established the ‘Upstairs’ showroom at TWW as a premium provider of quality Business and Corporate wear across all genres of business.

In the near future, as business confidence grows, Chris indicates they will look to “open another store or two’, possibly in both the Northern and Southern corridors of Cairns”.

When asked what the formula is behind the success of TWW Cairns is, Chris says: “Managing your cash flow is key to survival. Beyond that, treasure your clients and treat your staff well.”

1/98 Scott Street, CAIRNS QLD 4870 www.totallyworkwear.com.au 11 7 • C ai r n s C h a m b e r Of C o m m e r ce

(07) 4047 4444 sales@totalworkwear.com.au

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Industry and Tourism

Yungaburra Business Association

Tourism Inc Lae Chamber of Commerce Incorporated Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce Madang Chamber of Commerce & Industry Malanda Chamber of Commerce Mareeba & District Chamber of Commerce Marshall Islands Chamber of Commerce Millaa Millaa Chamber of Commerce Mount Isa Chamber of Commerce

Commerce

SERVICES

Commerce and Employers

Kuranda Chamber of Commerce &

Commerce Guangzhou Chamber of

CATERING EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES &/OR

Hervey Bay Chamber of Commerce

Nelson Regional Chamber of Commerce Inc Northern Peninsula Area Chamber of Commerce Palau Chamber of Commerce

Chuuk Chamber of Commerce Cooktown Chamber of Commerce Creek to Creek Chamber of Commerce Inc Gordonvale Chamber of Commerce Goroka Chamber of Commerce Guam Chamber of Commerce

PNG Chamber of Mines and Petroleum Port Douglas Chamber of Commerce Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce Ravenshoe & District Chamber of Commerce Solomon Islands Chamber of

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CHARITY &/OR NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATIONS Advance Cairns Anglicare North Qld Ltd Business Liaison Association Cairns & District Chinese Association (CADCA) Cairns Amateurs Cairns Show Association Cancer Council Queensland Canegrowers Cairns Region Ltd Centacare Cairns Cootharinga North QLD Dr Edward Koch Foundation enViZion Group Inc Far North Qld Hospital Foundation Gulf Savannah Development Leukaemia Foundation Pacific Logistics (Wycliffe Australia) Steps Group Australia Three Sista’s Urban Development Institute of Australia (Cairns) Variety - The Childrens Charity

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY CHEMICAL PRODUCT MANUFACTURING &/OR SUPPLIERS

Business Mapping Solutions Pty Ltd

TJ Microsystems

DISTRIBUTOR

Cairns Regional Community

True North Technology Pty Ltd

Estate Wine Distributors Pty Ltd

Development & Employment ATSI

Simone Travers

Corporation

Insulation Innovation

Cape York Sustainable Futures

CONSULATE-

Northern Chemicals

Centacare Cairns

GENERAL

Cootharinga North QLD

Consulate of Austria

Disability Awareness with Jan Cocks

Consulate of Japan

enViZion Group Inc

Consulate of Sweden

Far North Queensland Medicare Local

Honorary Consulate of Germany &

Limited

France

GSL: A Good Start to Life

The Consulate General & Trade

My Pathway

Mission of Pakistan

CHILDCARE SERVICES Sheridan Meadows Day Care Centre

CLEANING PRODUCTS, SUPPLIES &/OR

DIVING EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES &/OR SERVICES Cairns Dive Centre Cairns Scuba Air Pty Ltd Seastar Cruises Seawalker @ Green Island Taylored Offshore Services

Pacific Logistics (Wycliffe Australia) PCYC

SERVICES

Queensland Indigenous Family

CONSULTANTS

Adventure Waters Water Park

Violence Legal Service

Altius Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd

Captain Cook Cleaning

Three Sista’s

Andrew Griffiths Enterprises Trust

ECONOMIC RESEARCH &/ OR CONSULTING

China-Australia-Consult

SERVICES

Ingenious Consulting

COMPUTER SERVICES

Advance Cairns

Julie Timmins NLP Life Balance Coach

Cummings Economics

and Time Line Therapy Practitioner

Brilliant Technologies

Herron Todd White (Cairns) Pty Ltd

Lyndall Flynn

Cairns Smart Business Computer

Opteon (Far North QLD) Pty Ltd

Pro Cure One

Services

PT Etindmar

COMMERCIAL

EasyPC Training Pty Ltd

R.J. Care-Wickham

FISHING

Evolution Bites

Sustainable Solutions Global

MG Practical Solutions

Thirkell Consulting Engineers &

Next Byte

Building Designers

Power & Data Support Services Pty

DEFENCE

Ltd

Defence Reserves Support - FNQ

Pronto Software Pty Ltd

Branch

Reef Information Technology

Defence Reserves Support Qld

Captain Cook Laundromat ENJO It’s All Good Gardens Julie’s Home Services Northern Chemicals

MG Kailis Ryan Donnelly

COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES &/OR

EDUCATION SERVICES Angus Knight Learning ARC Disability Services Australian Institute of Management Education & Training - Cairns Region Break Thru People Solutions Business Liaison Association

DEVELOPMENT

Regional Help Desk Solutions (RHDS)

Business Success Group

ARC Disability Services

systemsGo Asia

Cairns Business College Cairns College of English Pty Ltd

BUPA Mt Sheridan

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THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

Careers Training Centre Catholic Education Services Colleen Holmes Learning & Development Community Training Australia CQ University Australia CTM Training Solutions Dept of Education, Training and Employment Disability Awareness with Jan Cocks Far North Training & ConsultancyPty Ltd First Response Australia Pty Ltd Flexible Training Franklyn Scholar Frontier Leadership Pty Ltd Great Barrier Reef International Marine College IWTC Pty Ltd James Cook University Kindermusik with Nicole McLeod Training Organisation Pty Ltd

ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES, SERVICES &/OR WHOLESALERS AE Smith Service Battery World Beacon Lighting Cristaudo’s Industrial Electrics Pty Ltd (CIE) Energy Power Systems Australia Ergon Energy Cairns i-LEC Solutions Interlec Australia Pty Ltd Kennedys Electrical Centre Pty Ltd Macs Appliances Pty Ltd Pasma Electrical Power & Data Support Services Pty Ltd Property Electrics The Omega Group Turners Home Appliances

MRAEL Group My Pathway National Joblink Night Sky Secrets Northern Skills Alliance Office of Fair and Safe Work QLD (OFSWQ) R.G.I.T Australia Recruitment Outcomes TAFE Queensland North Trinity Anglican School Union Institute of Language (UIL) Cairns Vocational Partnerships Group Inc YouStudy

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Advanced Personnel Management Break Thru People Solutions CBC Staff Selection Crocksolid Drake International Elite Executive EPIC Employment Services

Job2Go

ENGINEERING

Jobfind

SERVICES

John Hartigan & Associates

AECOM Australia Pty Ltd

Jorco Recruitment

APP Corporation

LJ Investigations

Arup

MEGT FNQ Your Local Australian

Aurecon Australia Pty Ltd

Apprenticeship Centre

Axiom Water Technologies

MRAEL Group

Cardno (Qld) Pty Ltd

My Pathway

Cummins Cairns

National Joblink

Digital Physics Pty Ltd

Neato Employment Services Pty Ltd

Douglas Partners

Northern Skills Alliance

Downer EDI Works

Ostara Australia

Flanagan Consulting Group

Precruitment Pty Ltd

FNQ Civil Contracting Pty Ltd

Pro Cure One

Genesis Engineering NQ Pty Ltd

Q.I.T.E.

Norweld Engineering

Recruitment Outcomes

NQ Engineering & Fabrication

Signature Staff

NQEA Pty Ltd

Skill360 Australia

SPA Consulting Engineers

Smart Staff International

The Groundwork Group

Staffing Solutions NQ

Thirkell Consulting Engineers & Building

Steps Group Australia

Designers

T.J.B. Consulting Top End Consulting Recruitment & Labour Service Solutions

ENVIRONMENTAL

WorkForce One

SERVICES

Worklife Directions

Anson Advisory

Worklink Employment Support Group

Axiom Water Technologies

Inc

Corsair Management Services

WorkPac Cairns

Genesis Engineering NQ Pty Ltd

YNA Cairns Nursing Agency

Killin Management Pty Ltd

Frontier Leadership Pty Ltd Human Resource Dynamics Pty Ltd Innovative Solutions Australia IPA Personnel Pty Ltd

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Natural Resource Assessments Pty Ltd Ryan Donnelly S.W.A.T Mosquito Unit Synergy Resource Management The Groundwork Group

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY EVENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES

EXHIBIT & DISPLAY EQUIPMENT &/OR

Events NQ

SUPPLIES

Food4U The Food Factory

Cairns Marine

Plan Ahead Events

NQ Exhibitions

InCapital Advisers Inline Home Loans Intrust Super` ipac Financial Planning Kelly Wealth Services KIB Insurance Brokers & KIB Finance

Simply Hampers...simply the best

& Investment Services

Staging Connections

Kinetic Funding

Trade Show Organisers

FABRICATED METAL PRODUCT MANUFACTURING

EVENT VENUES Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alchemy All Metal Fabricators Cairns Steel Fabricators Pty Ltd

Bay Village Tropical Retreat (Star Hotel)

Menico Tuck Parrish Financial Services Pty Ltd Migration Plus Network Pty Ltd Mortgage Choice Cairns National Finance Solutions Pty Ltd Patersons Securities Limited Prosegur

FOOD & BEVERAGE PRODUCTS &/OR SERVICES Ala Turka Fine Turkish Cuisine Cairns Spit Roast Catering Coast Roast Coffee Company Daintree Cocoa Pty Ltd Delivery Hunter Estate Wine Distributors Pty Ltd Food4U The Food Factory Gloria Jean’s Coffees Esplanade Go Vita Cairns Independent Seafood Producers Pty Ltd

Cairns Colonial Club

FINANCIAL ADVISORY &/ OR INVESTMENT

Cairns Convention Centre

SERVICES

Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)

Event Venues

All Lending & Finance

Ptd Ltd

Events NQ

ANZ Bank

SD Loans and Leasing Pty Ltd

Hilton Group

ANZ Mobile Lending

Shane Tibbs & Associates

Novotel Oasis Cairns Resort

Aussie Northern Cairns

Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers

Pullman Cairns International

Bell Potter Securities Limited

Suncorp

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Bendigo & Adelaide Bank Limited

Sunsuper

Rydges Hotels & Resorts

Bill Owen Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd

Value Plus Financial Services

Shangri-La Hotel

Brilliant Money Solutions

Tong Sing Pty Ltd

The Woolshed Char Grill & Saloon

Business & Wealth Partners

Tropical Snack Company

Bar

Cairns Finance

Union Jack Hotel Pty Ltd

Cairns Mortgage Brokers

Cairns Civic Theatre

Elite Real Estate Services Ezilend Cairns Fiducia Private Wealth Management Fifo Capital North Queensland

PS Complete Rams Home Loans Far North Qld

FIRE &/OR SECURITY ALARM INSTALLATION

Kuranda Homemade Tropical Fruit Icecream Mt Uncle Distillery Piccones Supa IGA Simply Hampers...simply the best Taste Paradise The Coffee Club Cairns Esplanade The Fresh Network Cairns The Platinum Cafe & Restaurant The Woolshed Char Grill & Saloon Bar

Vico Pty Ltd Xpresso Delight Cairns

SERVICES Chubb Electronic Security Training & Emergency Management

First Financial Services Fowler’s Group

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FUEL RETAILING &/OR SUPPLIERS Northern Refueling Maintenance

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

FUNERAL

GAS SUPPLIES &/

Senator Jan McLucas

DIRECTORS

OR SERVICES

Tourism Tropical North Queensland

Heritage Brady Funeral Directors &

BOC Gas & Gear Cairns

(TTNQ)

Crematorium

Stanton Plumbing and Gas

Training & Emergency Management

Chair Tips FNQ

FURNITURE, HOUSEWARE &/ OR APPLIANCE

Downer EDI Works

SERVICES

FGF Developments Pty Ltd

GLASS AND GLASS PRODUCT

Hot Croc Advertising Co

Holcim Concrete

Ink Graphics Factory

Impact Equipment Solutions

MANUFACTURING

Scraptherapy

JPMI

Glasstech (QLD) Pty Ltd

Still Life Creative

Koppen Developments Power Plus Services (NQ) Robinson Civil Group

Chair Tips FNQ

GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION &/OR

Far North Office Choice

ORGANISATIONS

Kennedys Electrical Centre Pty Ltd

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair

Newart Office Supplies

Cairns Regional Council

The Good Guys - Cairns

Cook Shire Council

RETAILING

Defence Housing Authority Dept of Aboriginal & Torres Strait

GARDENING &/ OR LANDSCAPING SERVICES Braschs Pty Ltd It’s All Good Gardens L. Incao Constructions Pty Ltd Peters ATV & Outdoor Power Equipment TFH Cairns

Breakthrough NQ Pty Ltd

GRAPHIC DESIGN

FURNITURE &/ OR HOUSEWARE MANUFACTURING

SERVICES Boral Construction Materials

Stanwell Corporation Limited Strut Technology Cairns

HEAVY AND CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION

Islander & Multicultural Affairs Dept of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services Dept of Education, Training and Employment Dept of State Development, Infrastructure & Planning

HEALTH CARE

Rocla Pipeline Products

PRODUCTS

RPS

Alive Discount Pharmacy (Retail

Synergy Resource Management

Pharmacy Group)

The Groundwork Group

BreastFit Nth QLD

Wallace Quarrying & Mining

Calanna Pharmacy Care Chiropractic Queensland

EYESPEC

HOUSEHOLD EQUIPMENT REPAIR

Go Vita Cairns

SERVICES

Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse

Macs Appliances Pty Ltd

Cairns

David Kilin

GSL: A Good Start to Life

Julie Andrews

Health Management Dietitians

Lucas Sexton

Isagenix

Nick Masasso

Chiropractic Works

YNA Cairns Nursing Agency

Office of Fair and Safe Work QLD (OFSWQ) Ports North Regional Development Australia Far North Queensland & Torres Strait Inc Senator Ian Macdonald’s Office

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THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY INSURANCE SERVICES &/OR SUPERANNUATION FUNDS Aon Risk Services Aussie Northern Cairns

INTERNET SERVICE

LIFE MEMBERS

PROVIDERS

Alan McPherson

Realised Technologies

Barry Staer

Regional Help Desk Solutions (RHDS)

Bill Cummings

Sawfish Digital

Bob Norman

SMSF Community

Don Fry

Bill Owen Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd

Frans Hamer

First Financial Services Fowler’s Group Jardine Lloyd Thompson Pty Ltd Joe Vella Insurance Brokers Kelly Wealth Services KIB Insurance Brokers & KIB Finance & Investment Services Menico Tuck Parrish Financial Services Pty Ltd Optimus 1 Pty Ltd Rivers Insurance Brokers SD Loans and Leasing Pty Ltd Sunsuper Yes Insurance Solutions

George Chapman

LEGAL SERVICES Bassano Law

BROADCASTING Elegant Sales and Marketing Cairns Faxem International Happy Talk Media Pty Ltd RJ New Designs

WHOLESALING Cummins Cairns Global Welding Supplies Pty Ltd Hockey Machinery Sales Impact Equipment Solutions Redcat Industries

Bottoms English Lawyers Brien Leibinger Lawyers Devenish Law Gayler Cleland Solicitors Girgenti Lawyers Grubers Beckett Chartered Accountants Jim Brooks - Law and Mediation Lanza Legal Law Solutions (Ranjit Pty Ltd) MacDonnells Law Macmillan Global Migration

INTERNET PUBLISHING &/OR

Peter Cominos

MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING &/OR

Marino Moller Lawyers Miller Harris Lawyers Nerida Wilson Barrister at Law O’Connor Law Offermans Partners Peter Honey & Associates Peters Bosel Lawyers Preston Law

MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT HIRING &/ OR LEASING SERVICES Elite Earthmoving Machinery Training Services Nth Qld Pty Ltd FNQ Civil Contracting Pty Ltd Hastings Deering (Australia) Hockey Machinery Sales Kelly’s Crane Hire Pty Ltd Kennards Hire Norlift Peters ATV & Outdoor Power Equipment Pressure Pumps NQ TFH Cairns The River Group Cairns Xpresso Delight Cairns

Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service STE Safety and Legal Williams Graham Carman (WGC) Wilson Partners Law

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MEDIA &/OR PUBLICATION SERVICES Alex4Images Andrew Griffiths Enterprises Trust Australian Tourist Publications Cairns Media Management CairnsLink Magazine Grunt Media Happy Talk Media Pty Ltd Inflight Publishing Liz Inglis Media & Communications Maxwell Media Pakmag Southern Cross Austereo Still Life Creative Strategic PR The Cairns Post Pty Ltd

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS (TELEVISION,

Limited

MINING SERVICES

Ray Hall Turbocharging

Good Price Pharmacy

Active Minerals Australia

Redcat Industries

Warehouse Cairns

Strut Technology Cairns

RADIO &/OR PRINT)

Barrick New Guinea

Health Management Dietitians

Cape Flattery Silica Mines

The River Group Cairns

Adlink Media

Hypoxi Studio Cairns

Corsair Management Services

Tint A Car Cairns

Cairns Life Magazine Pty Ltd

Isagenix

Ingham Drilling Pty Ltd

Westco Motors Cairns

Cairns Media Management

John Griffiths Dental Laboratory Pty

International Purveyors Inc

Willmot Smash Repair Specialist

Gateway Media Group

Ltd

Lend Lease Services

Inflight Publishing

Julie Timmins NLP Life Balance Coach

Natural Resource Assessments

Liz Inglis Media & Communications

and Time Line Therapy Practitioner

Pty Ltd

Strategic PR

Leukaemia Foundation

Pioneer North Qld

Whitelight Film & Video Productions

Medical and Mobility Warehouse

Power Plus Services (NQ)

Zinc FM 4CA

Medtek Pty Ltd

Redcat Industries

(Grant Broadcasters Pty Ltd)

NQ Ortho

RPS

Proarch Podiatry

Smart Staff International

Queensland Health - Cairns &

Sustainable Solutions Global

Hinterland District

Top End Consulting Recruitment &

Specialised Speech Sevices

Labour Service Solutions

YNA Cairns Nursing Agency

Wallace Quarrying & Mining

MEDICAL, DENTAL &/OR OTHER HEALTH CARE SERVICES ADDA (Australian Drug Detection Agency) Alive Discount Pharmacy (Retail Pharmacy Group) Amanda Gale Physiotherapy & Wellbeing Balance! Healthcare Bruce Mellick Optometry Cairns Fertility Centre Cairns Private Hospital Calanna Pharmacy Crackenback Dr Dennis W Collins DC - Chiropractor Emmett Technique Cairns EYESPEC Far North Queensland Medicare Local

OFFICE EQUIPMENT &/OR STATIONERY SUPPLIES AAB Office Equipment Brilliant Technologies Copy Shop Business Centre Far North Office Choice Fuji Xerox Business Centre - Cairns Harleys Educational Supplies Newart Office Supplies Officeworks Staples

MIGRATION CONSULTANTS &/ OR SERVICES Bottoms English Lawyers Carol Shipway Migration Services Frank Lanza Migration Services Gayler Cleland Solicitors Girgenti Lawyers Immigration Gurus ImmigrationHelp & LanguageHelp MacDonnells Law Macmillan Global Migration Migration Plus Network Pty Ltd Visa Connection Williams Graham Carman (WGC)

MOTOR VEHICLE AND MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS RETAILING, REPAIRS &/OR SERVICES Adams Motor Group Adventure Waters Water Park Battery World Cairns Accident Repair Centre Cairns Tyrepower & 4X4 Superstore Cape York Automotive Europcar Pty Ltd Mark Dodge Auto Repairs Pacific Toyota

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Xpresso Delight Cairns

ONLINE RETAILING Daintree Cocoa Pty Ltd Delivery Hunter FOHER Multisport Woman What’SUP Cairns

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY COACHING

PRINTING &/ OR PUBLISHING SERVICES

Backstreet Mentoring

Brilliant Technologies

Barrier Reef Strength and

Cairns Plan Printing Services

Conditioning

Copy Shop Business Centre

Headspace Cairns

Create Print & Design

Julie Timmins NLP Life Balance

Ink Graphics Factory

Coach and Time Line Therapy

Lotsa - Print and Design

Practitioner

Red Energy Promotions

Make Today The Day

Sign A Rama Cairns

PERSONAL &/ OR BUSINESS

Midlife Design Positive Revolution quitworkandlive.com Roz Bishop & Associates Sam Harrop - Speaker, Author & Trainer

PHOTOGRAPHY &/OR FILMING

BODY CORPORATE SERVICES Archers Body Corporate Management Australian Property Connection Body Corporate Services Pty Ltd Botanica Property Group Pty Ltd Cairns Ultimate Real Estate CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) Pty Ltd Court House Realty Dexus Property Group Elite Real Estate Services First National Real Estate Cairns

PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC &/ OR TECHNICAL SERVICES (EXCEPT COMPUTER SYSTEM DESIGN AND RELATED SERVICES)

SERVICES

Digital Physics Pty Ltd

Alex4Images

Fifo Capital North Queensland

Calypso Reef Imagery

Glen RF Turton & Associates

Droner

Inspectmyhome Cairns

FotoFun Times

Planz Town Planning

Lovegreen Photography

Projects Global

Maxwell Media

Reef & Rainforest Research Centre

Whitelight Film & Video Productions

Limited

Central Go Commercial (Cairns) Habjan & Cain Estate Agents Hunt Realty Lend Lease Property Management (Aust) P/L LJ Hooker Edge Hill

Northern Property Valuers Property4you Quaid Real Estate Pty Ltd Ray White Cairns Beaches RE/MAX Real Estate Services Real Estate Services NQ Romano Real Estate & Property

Solafiat Holdings Pty Ltd SSKB

PRIMARY METAL AND METAL PRODUCT MANUFACTURING OrrCon Steel

TCM Strata

PROPERTY MANAGERS, REAL ESTATE AGENTS &/OR

DEVELOPERS APP Corporation Clausons Pty Ltd Court House Realty Dixon Homes FGF Developments Pty Ltd GE Chapman Pty Ltd Integrated Valuation Services Cairns Pty Ltd John Mac Isaac and Associates Pty Ltd JPMI MyStyle Homes Port Bajool Pregno Family Investments Pty Ltd Quaid Real Estate Pty Ltd Statement Homes Urban Sync

Merchants

Management

Taylored Offshore Services

PROPERTY OPERATORS &

Tora Business & Property Sales Tukea Pty Ltd U Property NQ Value Homes (NQ) Pty Ltd

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PUBLIC ORDER, SAFETY &/OR REGULATORY SERVICES FNQ Safety FNSS Guards & Patrols NQ Security Services

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

REMOVALIST &/ OR STORAGE

RESIDENTIAL CARE SERVICES

SERVICES Matt’s Transport, Removals and Storage

Calanna Pharmacy

Telstra Country Wide

Dexus Property Group

The Australian Bush Store

(NURSING HOMES)

Direct Factory Outlets Cairns Pty Ltd

The Good Guys - Cairns

Ten Years Younger Home Care

Europcar Pty Ltd

Totally Workwear

Far North Office Choice

Truarka Pty Ltd

Fellini Jewellery & Gifts

Turners Home Appliances

Go Vita Cairns

Van Dorssen’s Tobacconist & Gifts

Hairhouse Warehouse Cairns Central

Zotu

Royal Wolf Cairns (Royal Wolf Trading Australia Pty Ltd)

RESTAURANTS CAFES &/OR BARS

RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTS

Ala Turka Fine Turkish Cuisine Bay Village Tropical Retreat (Star

&/OR SERVICES

Hotel)

Blue Jade Gold Development

Beach Almond

Energy Guru

Bluewater Bar and Grill

Sustainable Solutions Global

Cafe China

The Missing Link - Resource

Chill Cafe Palm Cove

Coordinators

Coast Roast Coffee Company

The Omega Group

Delivery Hunter

TRANSPORT) Europcar Pty Ltd

Jenkins Rubber Shop Kennedys Electrical Centre Pty Ltd Lend Lease Property Management (Aust) P/L Louis Vuitton

Dundee’s on the Waterfront

RENTAL AND HIRING SERVICES (EXCLUDING

Harleys Educational Supplies

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Esplanade Lyquid Nightlife Salt House Bar & Restaurant The Coffee Club Cairns Esplanade Union Jack Hotel Pty Ltd

Marlin Coast News Matt’s Transport, Removals and Storage Mount Sheridan Plaza Newart Office Supplies NQ Promotional Products Outback Opal Mine Property Electrics Reef Leather Pty Ltd Regency Jewellers (Qld) Pty Ltd

TFH Cairns

RETAIL SERVICES REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

Alive Discount Pharmacy (Retail

SERVICES

Ambition Uniforms

Insulation Innovation

Autobarn Cairns

Norlift

Balloons etc

Power & Data Support Services Pty Ltd

Beacon Lighting

Pharmacy Group)

Ronalds Jewellers Sassi Shoe Boutique Scraptherapy Shine on Grafton Simone Travers Simply Hampers...simply the best Southern Cross Safety & Workwear

BOC Gas & Gear Cairns BreastFit Nth QLD Cairns Party Supplies

Pty Ltd Staples Stockland Cairns Swimart Pool & Spa Services

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SAFETY EQUIPMENT, FOOTWEAR &/OR SERVICES BOC Gas & Gear Cairns Cairns Height Safety Cairns Safeboat Training Corsair Management Services First Response Australia Pty Ltd FNQ Safety Konekt NQ Fire Protection NQ Security Services Office of Fair and Safe Work QLD (OFSWQ) Queensland Training Services Pty Ltd Southern Cross Safety & Workwear Pty Ltd Star Consultancy STE Safety and Legal Totally Workwear Uninet Enclosure Systems

THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

TOURISM

TRAINING

SERVICES

SERVICES

Adlink Media

Angus Knight Learning

Bad Fishy

Biz Skills

ARC Disability Services

Barrier Reef Tourist Park

Break Thru People Solutions

Centacare Cairns

Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises

Cairns Business College

SOCIAL ASSISTANCE

SUPERMARKET AND GROCERY

SERVICES

STORES

Advanced Personnel Management

Piccones Supa IGA

Cootharinga North QLD

SUPPLIER

Cairns Aquarium & Reef Research

Cairns Safeboat Training

Queensland Indigenous Family

Insulation Innovation

Centre Pty Ltd

Careers Training Centre

Cairns Holiday Specialists

Community Training Australia

Cairns Luxury Coaches

Crocksolid

Cairns Tour Advice & Booking Centre

CTM Training Solutions

Cairns ZOOm & Wildlife Dome

EasyPC Training Pty Ltd

Careers Training Centre

Elite Earthmoving Machinery Training

Coral Expeditions

Services Nth Qld Pty Ltd

Destination Cairns Marketing

Far North Training & Consultancy Pty

Flyboard Cairns

Ltd

FNQ Apartments

First Response Australia Pty Ltd

GBR Helicopters Pty Ltd

Frontier Leadership Pty Ltd

Gempearl

iTacs Training & Consulting Solutions

Getaway Trekking

Pty Ltd

Global Travel Services

Jorco Recruitment

International Coaches & Tours Pty Ltd

Living Dynamics Pty Ltd

Nautilus Aviation

Lyndall Flynn

Outback Opal Mine

Make Today The Day

Pioneer Travel Service Pty Ltd

McLeod Training Organisation Pty Ltd

Seastar Cruises

MEGT FNQ Your Local Australian

Seawalker @ Green Island

Apprenticeship Centre

Tourism Tropical North Queensland

MRAEL Group

(TTNQ)

National Joblink

Travstar

Northern Skills Alliance

What’SUP Cairns

Positive Revolution

YAL Tropicana Lodge Cairns

Power Plus Services (NQ)

Violence Legal Service

SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES &/OR

SURVEYING &/ OR MAPPING SERVICES Brazier Motti Pty Ltd

SERVICES

John Mac Isaac and Associates Pty

Advantage Sports & Leisure

Ltd

Bad Fishy

True 3D

Barrier Reef Strength and

Urban Sync

Conditioning Brad Hope Family Martial Arts Cairns Golf Club

TELECOMMUNICATION

Cairns ZOOm & Wildlife Dome

SERVICES

EmPowerFx

Antennas Cairns

Flyboard Cairns

DNP Installations

FOHER Multisport Woman

Ezycom Solutions

Half Moon Bay Golf Club

Faxem International

Hypoxi Studio Cairns

MG Practical Solutions

Night Sky Secrets

TeleBiz

Northern Pride Rugby League

Telequip

Seawalker @ Green Island

Telstra Country Wide

What’SUP Cairns

The Omega Group

World Class Football

Queensland Training Services Pty Ltd Recruitment Outcomes Remote Training Services

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THE CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERS DIRECTORY

Sam Harrop - Speaker, Author & Trainer

TRANSPORT HIRE

R.G.I.T Australia

Start IT Consulting

Avis Rent A Car

Vocational Partnerships Group Inc

Steps Group Australia

Cairns Luxury Coaches

Elegant Sales and Marketing Cairns

Training & Emergency Management

Mini Car Rentals

Hot Croc Advertising Co

WorkPac Cairns

Sunbus Cairns

YouStudy

TRANSLATION & LANGUAGE SERVICES Azbuka Pty Ltd China-Australia-Consult ImmigrationHelp & LanguageHelp

TRAVEL AGENTS Cairns Holiday Specialists Cairns Tour Advice & Booking Centre Flight Centre Business Travel Direct Cairns

Air North Cairns Taxis Limited Coral Expeditions Global Travel Services International Coaches & Tours Pty Ltd Matt’s Transport, Removals and Storage Nautilus Aviation PT Etindmar R2R Consultancy Services Pty Ltd Regional Express Airlines (REX) Skytrans Pty Ltd Sunbus Cairns TACS International Toll North Pty Ltd Trans North Bus & Coach

SITA Regional QLD pty ltd Synergy Resource Management

WATER SUPPLY, SEWERAGE &/ OR DRAINAGE SERVICES

TUITION

Axiom Water Technologies

SERVICES

FGF Developments Pty Ltd

Business Success Group

Hydro-Vac Excavations FNQ

Cairns Height Safety

JPMI

Colleen Holmes Learning &

Kuranda Fish Farm

Development

Rainforest Water Australia

Deadly Success Far North Training & Consultancy

Flexible Training Great Barrier Reef International Marine College John Hartigan & Associates Justified Services Pty Ltd McLeod Training Organisation Pty Ltd People Strong Queensland Training Services Pty Ltd

Precedence Group Pty Ltd Realised Technologies Sawfish Digital

WHOLESALERS &/ OR WHOLESALE SUPPLIES Chair Tips FNQ

Independent Aviation Pty Ltd

Pty Ltd

Influential Digital

Cleanaway Australia

Toxfree Cairns

TRANSPORT - AIR, LAND &/OR SEA Air Niugini

SERVICES

Getaway Trekking

Travstar

SERVICES

WASTE COLLECTION, TREATMENT &/ OR DISPOSAL

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

WEB SEARCH PORTALS &/ OR DATA PROCESSING SERVICES Realised Technologies Regional Help Desk Solutions (RHDS) Sawfish Digital SMSF Community

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Glasstech (QLD) Pty Ltd The Good Guys - Cairns

WORKWEAR &/OR UNIFORM SERVICES Ambition Uniforms Southern Cross Safety & Workwear Pty Ltd Totally Workwear

COMPANY PROFILE

COMMITTED TO THE SUCCESS OF CAIRNS BUSINESSES

Specialised accounting and consulting advice in Tourism

Agriculture

Mining

Property

International Business

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BRISBANE

CAIRNS

PORT MORESBY

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Level 11, 307 Queen Street Brisbane GPO Box 2268 Brisbane QLD 4001 P. 07 3218 3900 | F. 07 3218 3901 E. mail@hanrickcurran.com.au www.hanrickcurran.com.au

Suite 73, 1 Pierpoint Road, Cairns PO Box 7170, Cairns QLD 4870 P. 07 3218 3900 | F. 07 3218 3901 E. mail@hanrickcurran.com.au www.hanrickcurran.com.au

Corner of Taurama Rd and Laurabada Ave, Boroko Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea P. +675 342 2140 | F. 07 3218 3901 E. hanrickcurrankiddie@hanrickcurran.com www.hanrickcurran.com.au

Vee Street,LAE 411 Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea P. +675 472 1274 | F. +675 472 7767 E. hanrickcurrankiddie@hanrickcurran.com www.hanrickcurran.com.au