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BILL PARASIRIS
WSU - Director
ANTOINETTE KHALIL
Khalil LawyersPrincipal Solicitor
SANDRA DUARTE
Sandra Duarte ConsultingCEO
JASON ARRAJ
Forward LegalPrincipal Solicitor
JESSICA WEHBE
Kleanwell - Director of Client Relations
Today’s question is “why is diversity in leadership important?”
Most importantly it can help you to establish and build trust.
In addition to that, diverse leadership also brings a wealth of knowledge and changing perspectives. This can help improve the way leadership relates to those inside and outside of an organisation.
That is an amazing approach. Why, I hear you ask? Well, it’s because by doing so you are promoting your employees, who can be from different backgrounds and experiences, to share their unique skill sets and knowledge base. In turn, this can make your operation more robust and productive, as well as help your operation thrive in a competitive market.
Let us always remember:
JACQUELINE VENESJARVI
Vicinity CentresGuest Experience Manager
– Stephen Covey. “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.”
Snap Fitness Yagoona is a 24hr gym. We are part of an international, award-winning franchise (Global Franchise Awards 2022; Best Fitness Franchise and 2022 Awards of Excellence; Fitness/Wellness Company of the Year). With access to over 3000 clubs worldwide, our members have the flexibility to train on their own, with a friend, Personal Trainer or group class; 24/7. We pride ourselves in our experienced trainers and state-of-the-art equipment (Technogym, Matrix and Hammer Strength) that we offer for all fitness levels.
We would be delighted to offer a corporate deal for the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) members, their partners and staff. Join and save over 30% on membership fees with our business-to-business offer
We will also extend our offer to all the Emergency Services employees and welcome all Public Sector employees who have Fitness Passport into our club.
Our Snap Fitness Yagoona corporate wellness offer will allow you to enhance your business with a positive work environment that uplifts and rewards its employees. The option exists for you to also consider subsidising Membership Fee payments to further incentivise existing staff and attract new staff.
KeySpeaker
The CBCC is pleased to welcome The Hon. Victor Dominello MP - Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government to our September 2022 Business After 5 Event! Monday, 26 September 2022 6.00 pm - 8:30 pm Bankstown RSL 1 Meredith Street, BANKSTOWN
Tickets available on Eventbrite FREE for Members Non Members - $10
Light meal & refreshments included
cbchamber.org.au 0416 012 747
ceo@cbchamber.org.au
The CBCC presents
Building Safe Workplaces
Monday 24th October
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Paragon Show Room, Canterbury Leagues Club
26 Bridge Rd, Belmore
Light refreshments provided
Free entry for CBCC members
REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE
Paul Covi
Key speaker
Safe Work Advisory
Want to know how to Stay Smart Online?
Workshops dates coming soon. Stay tuned
Are you over 50 and interested in learning to use the Internet, but don’t know where to get started? The Internet can help you in day-to-day life in many different ways, and we would like to help you make the most of it.
The CBCC will holding two free workshops where you can learn to Get Online and Stay Smart Online. We will cover the following topics:
Get Online
Introduction to the Internet
Using a Web Browser
Navigating a Website
Staying Smart Online
Password Safety
Making Payments Safely
Avoiding Scams
Keeping Safe from Viruses
Please bring your own device to the workshop. Our lessons are designed with smartphone use in mind, but you may bring a tablet or laptop if you prefer.
We are supported by Good Things Foundation and the Australian Government to help build digital skills in older Australians. Email: ceo@cbchamber.org.au for next class details.
We are excited to offer options for all members to advertise in the Monthly Newsletter. Prices vary depending the Ad Size you are looking for. The prices are for any member wishing to advertise mre than what is allocated in the membership level.
Due to the overwhelming interest in our members wanting to be included in our Newsletter, we now ask that our members provide a JPEG. PDF will no longer be accepted. Files can be 72dpi - 300dpi.
AD SIZE
1/4 Page Portrait
1/2 Page Landscape
Full Page A4
COST
$75
$100
$250
Use it or Lose It! The following Membership Levels include newsletter contributions below:
LEVEL
Corporate Partner
Silver Member
Bronze Members
ALLOCATION
Full Page, A4 Monthly
A5 Landscape Quarterly
A5 Landscape Annually
We're committed to advocating for businesses and those engaged in commerce and trade.
When you follow us, engage with us and share our posts, you are helping us grow our audience and yours. Help us grow our amazing Chamber and get the message out.
From our Members
We are extremely honoured to have been named as a finalist at the Asia Pacific NACS retailer of the year awards held in Singapore.
It was awesome to see two Aussie family-owned independent retailers make the top three and even better that the award was won by our fellow Aussies, the team at APCO Service Stations Wangaratta.
To my son Tadros Nader, Colyton was not a bad first up effort. Co winning the AACS Independent Store Of the year and Overall store of the year awards and being named as a finalist in the NACS award is something special. You did it in two years, It took me thirty plus years!
Thank you to Theo Foukkare and the AACS board for nominating our Colyton store and to Megan Foster, Stephen Crystal, and the team at Viva Energy Australia for giving us the opportunity to create our magic at Colyton.
AmessagefromDavidAmaneddine...
DOOR TO SUCCESS OPENS INWARDS
Creating your own personal reality
How many people do you know that wake up and consciously create their future?
WE have around 60,000 - 70,000 thoughts per day where around 90% of those thoughts are the same thoughts we had the day before.
So, if the same thoughts will lead us to the same choices, which in turn creates the same behaviour, and the same behaviour leads us to the same dull and repetitious experiences, then by unconscious choice, we are building, designing and reliving uninspired lives devoid of creativity and zest.
Doesn't life and our customers deserve a better version of ourselves?
The Gymea Fair will be proceeding on 30 October 2022 at this stage.
Below is the cost of sites for 2022. Please note there is a $50 non refundable admin fee.
Payment must be made at the same time you apply for a site.
Applications will close when Gymea Chamber of Commerce deems that all sites are full.
If you require any further information, please contact the undersigned.
We are hoping that this year will be bigger and better after 2 years of covid cancellations.
Stallholder
Communities & Charities Stallholder
If you are interested, please directly contact info@gymeavillage.com.au
Commerce
WehaveLIFTOFF!
Lift Off Early Intervention was founded in 2021 by a special educator that has been in the field for over two decades. Lift Off EI brings the community a leading early intervention clinic that is built on heart and integrity. We offer Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) therapy, which is an evidence-based therapy. Early intervention offering ESDM is specialised support for children (0-5 years) with disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental delay and other additional needs. We have children as young as 18 months attending the clinic. We also offer developmental education therapy for children with disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental delay and other additional needs that are school age (5-18 years) and transition to school. It is also a training centre for early educators, teachers and parents. We also offer a myriad of topics that we hold training sessions on a regular basis. After outgrowing our two-room space in Earlwood, we opened our doors purposebuilt clinic at the Roselands Health Hub on Monday 18th July. We celebrated our official launch on the 10th of August and were lucky enough to have over 60 people support us on the night, including CBCC board members and CEO Wally Mehanna. We extend our thanks to all who attended
and for their kind wishes.
We are not just another clinic; this is my legacy. My team and I bring the community a centre of excellence, an experience, a home away from home, and a place where everyone who walks through our doors is considered our Lift Off family. We want this to be not just about the children, but just as importantly, about the parents and family of each child. Here at Lift Off we are heavily invested in every family and make it a priority to be approachable and caring. The priority is to provide support to children in a safe, happy, empowering, and strength-based environment. Each individual child’s needs are identified and supported through ongoing collaboration with family members and other professionals.
My name is Voula, and I am the Founder and Director of Lift Off EI. I am also one of the ESDM therapists at Lift Off. I have been in the special education field since 1999 as a teacher and am blessed to work in my passion every day. I have completed a Master of Special Education and a Master of Autism. I then furthered my studies by completing the ESDM course to become an ESDM therapist. I wanted the qualifications and experience working with children with ASD from 0-18 years of age. Lift Off began because of my passion and commitment to provide highquality education and evidence-based practice to children with special and additional needs.
We look forward to welcoming many more families to our Lift Off family in the years to come. We encourage the community to help raise awareness of disability and the amazing supports that are available to access in the community. If you have any questions or would like to get in contact with us, please feel free to email us at admin@liftoffei.com.au.
We are excited to invite you to the Riverside Stables Wedding Open Day at The William Inglis Hotel. The event is open to couples, families, locals and anyone interested in weddings and it is free to attend.
Register your Interest
Register your interest to be a part of South West Sydney's newest Wedding expo in a stunning five star venue located at Riverside Stables. Join us to showcase your business and products in one of our exhibition stalls. Pricing for stalls start from $250 for the full day.
Drive into a rewarding career with Transdev NSW
If you’re looking for a rewarding career with a difference, in an industry that serves the local community, why not become a bus driver?
If you have a standard car licence and a passion for customer service and safety, local bus operator Transdev NSW would love to hear from you. They’ll assist you to obtain a bus licence and provide all the training and support you need to drive into your new career.
Applying is easy and can be done online, followed by a brief conversation with one of the recruitment team members who will inform you of the steps required to become a licensed driver and help you through this process.
As a bus driver with Transdev NSW, you’ll have great earning potential with opportunities to work overtime and have access to growth and career development. You’ll also be part of an inclusive and supportive environment, with fantastic health and wellbeing programs at your fingertips.
Transdev NSW People and Culture
Manager, Shayna Fraticelli, said that driving a bus can offer a very rewarding career with a competitive salary.
“Driving a bus is a great opportunity for people looking to find secure work and for those who want to make a difference in their community. We provide the on-the-job training and support to get you ready for your new career and throughout your journey with us.”
“If you’re looking for a career change, talk to one of our friendly team members about the benefits of being a bus driver in your local community. We have a range of opportunities available right now in the Canterbury-Bankstown area,” Shayna said.
For more information on a career as a bus driver, visit www.driveabus.com.au and apply online. Transdev NSW also have exciting opportunities available for mechanics, click here to find out more
Our aim is to enhance the availability of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Reserve by facilitating strong and productive working relationships between reservists and their civilian employers.
ADF Reserves and Employer Support engage with key stakeholders including ADF units, reservists and their civilian employers. We seek to build relationships by increasing awareness and understanding of:
the contribution reservists make when they are away from their civilian employment the skills they are bringing back to their civilian workforce the immersive experiences available to further understand the skills and training provided to Reserve members the formal recognition of civilian employers of reservists Defence funded civilian development opportunities available, such as the Prince of Wales Awards and the Tasman Scheme, and support options available to assist employers during the temporary loss of an employee due to their Defence service, such as the Employer Support Payment Scheme.
Get the reservist experience
ADF immersion activities are designed to enhance support for the Reserves by giving employers and senior staff a hands-on experience of what Reserves do.
ADF immersions are usually held in conjunction with a Navy, Army or Air Force exercise which afford the participants the opportunity to see how Reserves contribute to the ADF, an insight into Reserve service and the skills reservists bring to their civilian workforce.
Click the link below to learn more about this, and to submit an EOI:
Learn More
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital celebrates 25 years of service this year. To boost staff morale after facing many challenges recently from the pandemic to the severe weather disasters, it was decided to hold a staff ball to celebrate. We are looking for businesses to sponsor the event by providing sponsorship, prizes or gift cards which would be used on the night. All donations will be acknowledged as per the flyer.
Have your say about contacting the NSW Government online
The NSW Government is making it easier for customers to contact us online, for example, to ask questions, make complaints, give compliments and provide suggestions.
We would like your feedback to create a better way to contact us online, so that your experience will:
• be clear and easy
• connect you with the right person or department
• allow us to respond and act on your request.
We would appreciate your assistance in completing a survey that will take about five minutes to finish.
Take the Survey
Please contact futureofonlinecontact@customerservice.nsw.gov.au if you would like to know more about this initiative.
We thank you for your support in forwarding this survey to your members, communities and networks.
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Organisations,bigandsmall,areinvitedtobecomeacollaborationpartnerfor November'sNSWSmallBusinessMonthprogram.Fromnetworkingtowebinarsto workshops-joinustohelpsmallbusinessesinNewSouthWalesConnectfor Success.
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Asacollaborationpartneryoucan:
Hostanevent(eg.workshop,webinar,paneldiscussion,networking breakfast,etc)
PromoteNSWSmallBusinessMonththroughyournetworks,website,social media,newsletters,etc
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Promotetheimportanceofsmallbusinessestoyourbusiness,industryand/or community.
Readmoreabouttheprogramandbenefitsofbecomingacollaborationpartner onourwebsite.Youcanalsocheckouthighlightsfrompreviousyearstofind someinspirationandbuildyoureventidea.
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Pleasereachoutifyouhaveanyquestionsandemailtheteamat smallbusiness.month@smallbusiness.nsw.gov.au.
