18May 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
Chamber seeks business feedback on Changes to Planning Rules

Chamber seeks business feedback on Changes to Planning Rules

News
Does this effect your business? State Environmental Planning Policy No. 64 – Advertising and Signage (SEPP 64) sets out planning controls for advertising and signage in NSW. Changes were made in late 2017 to improve road safety and reduce driver distraction. Changes in SEPP 64 include: Banning advertisements on parked trailers on roads, road shoulders, footpaths and nature strips, excluding advertising associated with the primary use of the trailer, e.g. tradies trailer, and public authorities Requiring consent for displaying signage on trailers parked on private land in view from roads, road shoulders, footpaths and nature strips Allowing advertising in transport corridors permissible with consent from the Planning Minister or delegate, across NSW; and Minor updates to clauses, terms and definitions. The change to ban trailer advertising came into effect on 1 March 2018.…
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06May 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
2018 MVB Awards Launch Event a Toast to Local Business

2018 MVB Awards Launch Event a Toast to Local Business

News
Thursday 4th May marked the Macleay Valley Business Awards Launch event hosted by the major Awards Sponsor Coastline Credit Union at their West Kempsey branch. The evening welcomed a great show of local business people coming together to celebrate local enterprise in the region. The 2018 Awards Sponsors were well represented on the evening and their generous support is greatly appreciated. Welcome words by Peter Townsend, Coastline Credit Union CEO, Marilyn Breen, Chamber Secretary and Gary Scott, Chamber President were voiced to inspire businesses to be proactive in reviewing their business journey over the last year and make known their milestones and learnings through the Awards process. All businesses throughout the Macleay region are encouraged to share their stories. Coastline Credit Union are working closely with the Awards committee throughout the Awards program this year. As advocates for the…
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10Apr 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
Macleay Valley Business Awards Launch Event

Macleay Valley Business Awards Launch Event

Events, News
Join us for the Macleay Valley Business Awards Launch event to kick off our Annual Celebration of Local Business! The Macleay Valley Business Chamber are delighted to be partnering with our Major Awards Sponsor Coastline Credit Union for the second year and to announce the commencement of the 2018 Macleay Valley Business Awards. Mingle with the 2018 Awards Sponsors who are championing the success of our region through their support of the Awards. Their support provides the opportunity to local business to reflect on their business journey, celebrate with their team and grow their profile both locally and further afield. The Awards are a great opportunity for local business to share their stories and be recognised for their contributions in building a stronger economy in the Macleay region. So come…
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27Mar 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber

Kempsey Cinema Project VPA Submissions close Tues 3rd April 2018

News
Business and Community Members are reminded to have their say on the Kempsey Cinema Project Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) before submissions close on Tuesday 3rd April 2018. Macleay Valley Business Chamber Members are encouraged to share their views with the Executive via email: admin@kempseychamber.com.au. Recently the Chamber President issued a message to Chamber Members outlining the Chambers support for the VPA as shared here: Message from the Chamber President: Dear Macleay Valley Business Chamber (MVBC) Members, I am writing to you in regards to the draft Voluntary Planning Agreement proposed for the Kempsey Cinema Project that Council have now put out for public consultation. Based on Member support voiced at Chamber meetings and various discussions with individual members, the Chamber Executive have shown public support for the project. The MVBC Executive believe…
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09Mar 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
Macleay Valley Business Chamber Dinner; An Interview with the GM

Macleay Valley Business Chamber Dinner; An Interview with the GM

Events
UPDATE: The March Macleay Valley Business Chamber Dinner was a great night, with a good turnout of local business. It is estimated the businesses in the room represent over 700 local jobs across different industries. The Chamber works to bring business together to network and share news, opinions and to learn about the changes affecting our local economy. Our Guest Speaker for the evening Craig Milburn was "interviewed" on the night by Tania Powick of Coastal Wealth Directions. The presentation was conversational and light hearted and shared little about our new Kempsey Shire Council General Manager. Here are a few things we took away from the night: Craig has two key priorities that form his approach: One is to maintain perspective at both a professional and personal level. In his…
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09Mar 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
March E news out Now!

March E news out Now!

E-Newsletters
The latest E-News is packed with local events, news, Chamber updates and tips for local business. Don't forget you can subscribe to receive the e-news direct to your inbox on the homepage of the Chamber website; www.macleayvalleychamber.com.au! [maxbutton id="3" url="https://mailchi.mp/c2e1a4ba8a5c/keep-up-to-date-with-the-mvbc-newsletter-1679049" text="Read the 8 March 2018 E News" ]
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27Feb 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
2018-2020 Macleay Valley Business Chamber Priorities

2018-2020 Macleay Valley Business Chamber Priorities

News
The Macleay Valley Business Chamber Executive have drafted the 2018-2020 Chamber Priorities and invite comment by Members. The Executive have collated feedback from past member feedback and community feedback to define the priorities. The document aims to address both internal and external factors of the Macelay Valley Business Chamber operations and decision making over the next 2 years. Key Objectives: The key objectives defined for 2018 -2020 are: Link Businesses across the Region Build Pride & Social Cohesion through Community Celebrations Ensure Viability of Markets Showcase Business Excellence Create Sustainable Income Streams Create Long Term Vision Make Chamber Relevant Have Strategic Focus for Chamber Macleay Valley Business Chamber Members are encouraged to watch the video below and share their thoughts on the Chamber direction via email to kempseychamber@gmail.com. You can download the video content as…
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23Jan 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
Macleay Valley Business Chamber “2018 & Beyond” Dinner

Macleay Valley Business Chamber “2018 & Beyond” Dinner

Events, News
2018 and beyond; MVB Chamber Dinner, 22 Feb 2018 Come along and hear about the vision for 2018 and beyond. We welcome feedback, ideas and open discussion on ways we can activate the whole of the business community. We have been working on defining the Chamber's role and objectives for the year ahead. One focus area is to connect business across the region so this meeting we are headed to Seabreeze Beach Hotel at South West Rocks. Members of the South West Rocks Chamber, other local organisations and individuals are encouraged to come along. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there! Seats are limited so book early! [maxbutton id="3" url="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/macleay-valley-business-chamber-2018-beyond-dinner-meeting-tickets-42407568178" text="Book seats" ] The Macleay Valley Business Chamber Executive
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23Jan 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
MVCBC e-News!

MVCBC e-News!

E-Newsletters, News
The latest Macleay Valley Business Chamber E-News is out now! Click the link: http://mailchi.mp/…/keep-up-to-date-with-the-mvbc-newslette… and read up on the local happenings and news items for local business. Don't miss the next edition- subscribe at www.macleayvalleychamber.com.au today!
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29Nov 2017 by Macleay Valley Chamber
Cinema Project Takes A Step

Cinema Project Takes A Step

Media Releases
At a recent Macleay Valley Business Chamber meeting, attendees agreed to continue Chamber support for the Kempsey CBD Cinema project. While there have been changes to the structure of the funding model for the project, the Chamber continues to support the Cinema Project on the same principals that it will bring both social and economic benefits to our town. Kempsey Council’s media release “Cinema Funding Alternative” on the 22nd November announced that construction is due to go ahead for the project through a Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) which will remove ongoing risk away from Council. Once the draft VPA is completed it will be placed on public exhibition via Council's website. The Council contribution identified for this project comes from existing unrestricted reserve funding meaning there is no borrowing or…
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