06Sep 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
NSW LEADS APPRENTICESHIP NUMBERS BUT MORE REQUIRED TO MEET DEMAND

NSW LEADS APPRENTICESHIP NUMBERS BUT MORE REQUIRED TO MEET DEMAND

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The State’s peak business organisation, the NSW Business Chamber, says that data released today by the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research (NCVER), which shows an increase in the number of people commencing apprenticeships and traineeships, is a testament to the strength of the NSW economy and the resulting lift in business confidence that leads to more job opportunities. “Without a doubt, NSW is bucking the national trend when it comes to enrolled apprentices and trainees,” said Mid North Coast NSW Business Chamber Regional Manager, Kellon Beard. “NSW’s record public infrastructure pipeline and strong private sector investment is encouraging more and more people to look towards apprenticeships and traineeships as a positive pathway to not only a qualification but a quality job and career,” Mr. Beard said. “We’ve welcomed…
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21Aug 2018 by Macleay Valley Chamber
A FAIR GO FOR DROUGHT AFFECTED COMMUNITIES AND BUSINESSES

A FAIR GO FOR DROUGHT AFFECTED COMMUNITIES AND BUSINESSES

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84 per cent of businesses in regional NSW have been negatively affected by the State’s crippling drought, while almost 70 per cent of affected businesses indicated their local economy had been weakened, according to a new survey from the State’s peak business organisation, the NSW Business Chamber. The survey, which heard from more than 1,000 respondents across the State, highlights the need for immediate practical assistance to support NSW communities through this tough period. “The impact on primary producers needs to be front of mind. However, the drought is also affecting regional businesses at all parts of the supply chain including retailers, manufacturers, construction, and tourism operators with revenue down across the board,” said Mid North Coast NSW Business Chamber Regional Manager, Kellon Beard. “Cash flow is a huge concern…
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