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Steel Renew drives innovation with its newly launched showroom and ‘No More Slips’ anti-slip solution, enhancing safety and craftsmanship, with CBCC proudly supporting local businesses.
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WHAT IS THE AUSTRALIAN DREAM?
The Australian Dream has long been a symbol of opportunity, prosperity, and the pursuit of a better life. Traditionally, it has been associated with homeownership—a house on a quarter-acre block, a backyard for family gatherings, and the security of owning a piece of this great land. But today, the Australian Dream is evolving.
It is no longer just about owning a home; it is about achieving a fulfilling life. It is the dream of financial stability, a thriving career, and the freedom to pursue aspirations. It is about raising a family in a safe, supportive community, accessing world-class education and healthcare, and having the freedom to balance work, leisure, and cultural diversity.
For many, the Australian Dream is about entrepreneurship and innovation—building a business and creating opportunities for others. For others, it is about giving back to society, making a difference in the lives of those in need, and fostering belonging.
At its core, the Australian Dream is about opportunity. It is the belief that, regardless of background, anyone can succeed with hard work, determination, and the right support. It is about fairness, equality, and the chance to build a future that reflects one’s aspirations.
The Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) is committed to supporting this evolving Australian Dream. We champion local businesses, foster innovation, and advocate for economic and social growth in our community. By empowering individuals and businesses, we help turn dreams into reality—creating a prosperous and inclusive future for all. Together, we are shaping a modern Australian Dream, built on opportunity, diversity, and shared success.
Wally Mehanna CEO
THE CONNECTOR
2025 STRATEGIC GOALS
The Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce
WSU - Director
Minett Group - CEO
JASON ARRAJ
IFLEX - Director
Khalil Lawyers - Principal Solicitor
GEOFF GAYMER
TAFE NSW - Manager
Kleanwell - Director of Client Relations
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B O A R D O F
TRACY MINETT
JESSICA WEHBE
BILL PARASIRIS
ANTOINETTE KHALIL
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CANTERBURY BANKSTOWN CHAMBER OF COMERCE
Dr David Saliba (Fairfield)
The Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce works tirelessly to drive real change across South-West Sydney.
The chamber’s impact is exemplified through a number of key initiatives, including the BRAVE Project, which empowers stakeholders across all industries to join forces and empower women in the local community; the round table initiative, which aims to tackles critical challenges facing businesses today; and the CEO for a Day Program, which connects aspiring students with senior executives in the local community.
Boosting community engagement and connecting fellow entrepreneurs the chamber drives real change. I thank founding member and current CEO Wally Mehanna, as well as board members Bill Parasiris, Jason Arraj, Tracy Alexakis, Antoinette Khalil, Jessica Wehbe and Geoff Gaymer.
I thank them for boosting societal goals through business collaboration.
Community Recognition Statement delivered in the NSW Legaslative Assembly 24 September 2024
For more information on the CBCC Community Recognition Statement, click here.
Upcoming Events
The Canterbury Banskstown Chamber of Commerce
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
✨ A Night of Elegance, Inspiration & Empowerment ✨
With 500 incredible guests in attendance, the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated International Women’s Day in true style—a night of elegance, inspiration, and recognition.
Dressed to impress, our guests and speakers helped shine a light on the remarkable contributions of women in our community and beyond.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing sponsors and supporters your generosity and commitment made this unforgettable evening possible. Your support empowers us to continue advocating for progress, equality, and opportunities for all.
A big thank you to Tracy Minett for moderating a fantastic panel. Our key takeaways are:
Don’t be intimidated by other people, own your space, or reclaim it. Stop the negative perception that you can’t own a home in Sydney because you can - you just have to start. All women should have a goal of home ownership. Lude comments are unacceptable, and no one should tolerate it. Support one another and say no to disrespect. operating in male-dominated industries can be lonely. Women supporting women can build confidence, but don’t forget all the good men who have helped women open doors.
Three awesome players attended with Lauren, reminding us that we do what we love today. So, 4th July 2025 is the first game for the Bulldogs women’s team vs. the Knights! Get out there and support them.
In Women
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TOGETHER, WE CREATE CHANGE. TOGETHER, WE ARE EMPOWERED. #CBCC #IWD2025 #ELEGANCE #INSPIRATION #EMPOWERMENT #RECOGNITION #STRONGERTOGETHER CANTERBURY BANKSTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CANTERBURY-BANKSTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE KICKED OFF SYDNEY’S INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATIONS, HIGHLIGHTING REMARKABLE AMBITION AND ACHIEVEMENTS
The Chamber invests in and pushes women to grow their networks, drive greater aspirations, and fuel industry investment In addition to its annual Women in Leadership networking event, the Chamber invests in three flagship programs: the Chamber’s Women’s Committee, the BRAVE project, and the BRAVE Return to Work program. These programs help women overcome common barriers to career progression and business startup success, and funding
The event hosted a panel of industry leaders and experts from the land and property, military, aviation, technology, and legal sectors, including
Mona Chiha, Founder and CEO of JurisTechne; Sally Dale, NSW Valuer General;
Brigadier Jodie Lording from the Australian Army and Defence who unfortunately was called to duty and replaced by ...............
Strategist and Policy Expert; Lauren Milner, Female Football Operations Manager and NRLW Team Manager at the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs; and Elizabeth Paparo, Marketing Manager at Beijer Ref Group Australia, Beijer Ref Academy Manager, and Kirby Apprentice Fund Manager
We extend our deepest gratitude to Katalyst Construction for their generous support of the BRAVE Initiative. Your commitment to empowering individuals and strengthening our community is truly inspiring
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How Can Collappor8 Help?
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Workers
Compensation Breakfast Workshop for NSW Small Businesses
Join us for a free breakfast session designed for NSW small businesses to learn about:
✅ Premium discounts & savings
✅ Safety incentives & where to find them
✅ Understanding claims impacts & excesses
✅ Return to work incentives for injured workers
✅ Resources & support for small businesses
✅ Access to the Small Business Hub
Icare representatives will answer your questions, bust common myths, and provide helpful tips, tools, and links.
Who should attend?
Employers paying less than $30,000 in workers compensation premiums.
NIBA CPD Accreditation: Brokers earn 1 NIBA CPD point For dietary requests: mobile.engagement@icare.nsw.gov.au
Register now for this free icare workshop!
Presented by: Adam O’Leary - icare Medium Employer Engagement Team & Mobile Engagement Team Manager.
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ActON
APM - Bankstown
Australian Global Corporation
Breathe Your Vision
BC Property Agents
Chidiac Legal
Decorati
DF Legal
Disability, Mobility & Services
Dream Team Events
Dusty Pink by Joumana
Gotcha 4 Life
Growth Psychology Consulting
Icons of Sport
Infraworks
Impact Taxation & Financial Services
Intello IT
Latitude Accountants
Lebanese Australian Friendship Committee
Lucy Molden
Lookup Solutions
Mobileyes Optometry Pty Ltd
MhArchitects
Orison Law Group
Project Control
Pulford
Simply Business Solutions Pty Ltd
Soap de Villa
Sydbuilt Projects Pty LTD
Sydney Academy of Excellence Pty Ltd
Tolic Lawyers
Tax Store Condell park
Yatimba!
Vital Training Solutions
Ziad Zahran
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By advertising in the magazine, you can increase brand awareness, generate leads, and enhance your reputation among this influential audience.
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