The Office of Local Government is seeking feedback on the approvals process for mobile vendors to operate across multiple council areas.
Currently a range of businesses must seek separate approval from councils in each council area they wish to operate, as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993.
Mutual Recognition will allow certain mobile businesses to operate across multiple council areas by seeking approval once and having that approval recognised by other councils.
This new framework will be available to the following business types:
It may be rolled out to additional mobile business types in the future.
Click here for more information, and to take the survey
Live Author reading of Coal Town –
Coal Town is the story of the glorious rise and fall of an Australian mining community.
It is a tale of hardship and danger, accidents and disasters – strikes, riots, the suffocating and sometimes dangerous power of unions. At the same time, it is a chronicle of colonial Australia’s working-class march forward.
In Coal Town, the pub took the place of church. Gambling, fighting, and drinking were as natural as breathing, mateship stronger than marriage. Women held little sway – their responsibilities limited to feeding a hungry miner, breeding and nurturing children, catching fallen pride.
And yet Coal Town was given the almost overwhelming responsibility of powering a new nation into a bright future.
Find more information and book into the reading here
Each year, we celebrate Australia Day by hosting an awards ceremony to recognise those in our community who make a difference.
This is a wonderful community event and we encourage everyone to join the celebrations.
The residents of the Cessnock Local Government Area are invited to nominate fellow citizen/s and/or organisations for Cessnock City Australia Day Awards.
These awards aim to recognise outstanding achievement during the past year and/or contribution to the local community over a number of years.
Award categories include:
Find more information and nominate here
The Summit, formerly known as the ICF, is the premier annual event of the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC). Over two days, delegates from government and industry supply chains gather to connect with Indigenous businesses on beautiful Wonnarua Country in the Hunter Valley.
This unique event offers attendees the opportunity to not only network, but also explore and celebrate best practice in Indigenous procurement, job creation and sustainability.
Due to the success and growth of the ICF over the last three years, the NSWICC has expanded the event to serve current and evolving industry needs.
The Summit now brings together buyers and suppliers relevant to all industry sectors including infrastructure, construction, mining and renewables!
Cyber Wardens will be the online version of first aid officers or fire safety wardens, who can prevent, prepare, fight and help recover from a cyber attack or the theft of customer data or intellectual property.
The Accommodate Us project was facilitated by Autism Queensland’s Community Inclusion team, with the support of the Queensland Government’s Accessible Tourism Enablers Grant.
This project resulted in the development of the Accommodate Us Toolkit, a co-designed Toolkit specifically designed to support accommodation providers in removing barriers and providing more inclusive travel experiences for neurodivergent patrons.
The Accommodate Us Toolkit was developed through a co-designed framework with neurodivergent travellers and accommodation providers. The resources in this Toolkit will support accommodation providers to:
✓ Enhance their knowledge and capability.
✓ Identify and remove barriers.
✓ Implement inclusive design solutions.
✓ Create informed, welcoming, and inclusive experiences for neurodivergent patrons.
The Hotel Sustainability Basics ‘The Basics’ are the globally recognised basic sustainability indicators for hotels.
Developed by the industry for the industry they represent the 12 actions which are fundamental to hotel sustainability.
WTTC together with its partners in developing this initiative is calling on hotel operators, owners, associations and investors around the world to officially support the Basics and work with hotels across their
networks to put them in place over the next three years.
The Basics are designed to offer a starting point for all stakeholders, particularly those who are embarking on their sustainability journey.
They also help raise awareness of the minimum level of sustainability expected across the global hotel industry.
Make the most of your Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) listing and book a free consultation.
Book a free one-on-one Optimisation session with their Success Team to unlock the full potential of your ATDW profile. You’ll be provided recommendations, tailored to your business, helping you gain maximum visibility and engagement for your product profile across ATDW’s distribution network.
The NSW Small Business Commissioner has launched a new digital platforms guide for small businesses. The guide provides helpful tips, equipping small businesses to navigate digital platforms effectively while mitigating some common risks and challenges.
Digital platforms can be a cost effective way for small businesses to expand and reach new customers and include popular social media platforms and online marketplaces.
The 36th Banksia National Sustainability Awards are open for entry.
We are seeking inspirational individuals, organisations, and initiatives that are making a profound difference in Australia’s sustainability landscape.
Our theme for 2024 is optimism. We want to celebrate those whose work is creating positive change and inspiring hope for a sustainable future. Whether you are a grassroots community group, an innovative start up, or an established corporation leading the way in sustainability, we want to hear your story.
Your efforts matter, and they deserve recognition.
Key Dates
Entries Open: August 13, 2024
Information Session: October 9, 2024
Entries Close: December 6, 2024
Interviews: February 2025
Finalist Announcement: February 27, 2025
Awards Presentation: April 3, 2025