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Locals 4 Locals is raising public awareness of the benefits of shopping locally. Show support for your local community, by supporting your local businesses, Locals 4 Locals! So far, Locals 4 Locals have almost 50 members.
THINGS WITH A DIFFERENCE.
AOK SIGNS.
From what started as a ‘pop up’ Christmas Shop, Jane and Tania, by popular demand from customers, have stayed open as gift shop, catering for exactly what the what the shop is called‘Things with a Difference’. Jane is passionate about shopping locally and is trying to complement what other retailers have by stocking different products, from traditional to quirky, for men, women, children and the home. Jane joined Locals 4 Locals, as she and Greg were members at the Pharmacy. They believe in getting the message out and thinking about our local economy before shopping on the internet. Remember, it is the local businesses that support our kids, sports, arts, theatre, charities and community organisations. These local businesses also employ a huge number of people, who all put a huge amount back into the local community of Armidale and districts. Jane is situated at 153 Beardy St, opposite Carr’s News Agency, in the Centre Mall. Ph: 6771 9668
ARMIDALE MOWER & CHAINSAW CENTRE
RENEE MARIE.
Renee Marie stocks a large range of brands and products, including SoLite, Eminnent, Bazaar and the Pierre Cardin Luggage for all your travel needs, backpacks for all ages, IE looks, travel pillows and adapters for all countries. “Just in time for Mother’s Day – my newest ranges in store are Verra May, Cobb-Co Privacy Protector, Lapoche 46 new england focus.
Hi, my name is Steve McGrath, owner of Ascent Print Pack Post is a division of The AOK Signs. The business began trading Ascent Group and prides itself on being in Sydney in the early ‘80s and relocated a truly local printing business producing to Armidale in 1990. Our aim is to supply quality black and white and colour printing great products with friendly professional at the right price. We pride ourselves on service and advice. Our service includes quality and value for money. Our services traditional brushed signs, computer include printing of brochures, newsletters, cut vinyl signs and large format digital flyers, training manuals, business cards, printing. We provide most types of posters, wide format printing, collation signage, covering design and concept, full and mailouts. We also undertake a range colour banners, vinyl stickers, businesses, of fulfilment services including packaging, shopfronts, vehicles, real estate, magnetics, tagging, labelling and compiling educapromotional, corflute signs, braille signs, tion and conference packs. Other services window graphics, illuminated sign boxes, include office paper recycling and secure safety signs, A-frames and full colour document destruction. We employ local digitally printed signs. The team at AOK people and provide employment and trainSigns can advise you on the many different ing for people with disabilities. The Ascent options that are now available, as well Group is a proud regional winner of the as which sign solution may best suit your NSW Chamber of Commerce 2013 Busineeds. So give us a call about any sign at ness Awards. Please telephone 67768977 all! to discuss your needs. Ph: 6771 1338
and Willow & Zac. I try to keep up with all the new fashions and colours coming through; however, everyone has different tastes and needs for their handbags, wallets and luggage. if I don’t have it in stock, I will try and find it for you.” Shop 27-28 The Armidale Plaza 6772 1881
Mostyn and Julie have owned Armidale Mower & Chainsaw Centre for nearly 18 years. Our qualified staff – Kevin Kingdom, Mark O’Brien & Peter McFayden are able to assist in sales, spares and repairs. Over the years we have supported local sporting groups and charities within the local area. We sponsor a number of local clubs including – Armidale Blues Rugby Union, Armidale Rugby League, Armidale Campdrafting, Armidale Rodeo and Kids for Courage (Cancer) through Armidale Bowling
Club, just to name of few. We are proud to be associated with Local4Locals. We are agents for – Stihl, Greenfield & Cox Mowers (both Australian Made), Masport, Toro and Bob-Cat. We offer a fully equipped workshop for all your repairs. Are you ready for the change in season; the nights are cooling! Get ready for winter! Stihl Chainsaws, accessories, including – bars, chains, bar oil, sharpening tools, safety chaps and helmets and lots more. Look forward to seeing you in store. Ph: 6772 5405