Local businesses in the Hunter region are invited to learn about opportunities to be part of the Hunter Transmission Project (HTP).
Join to gain insights into the HTP’s procurement process, timelines and how your business can register to get involved.
The HTP will:
The Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association (ARCA) has officially launched as the leading industry body representing the restaurant and cafe segment within Australia’s Accommodation and Foodservice sector.
ARCA aims to be the most influential voice for this $64 billion industry, which employs over 450,000 Australians. With a membership base of more than 54,000 restaurants and cafes, ARCA is dedicated to driving positive change across the sector.
The association is committed to advocating on behalf of its members, offering essential resources, hosting industry events, and providing valuable certifications.
ARCA’s mission is to ensure that businesses in the restaurant and cafe segment thrive in an increasingly competitive market. Whether supporting small cafes or large restaurants, ARCA works tirelessly to represent the interests of its members and elevate the entire hospitality industry in Australia.
The City of Cessnock Hall of Fame celebrates local individuals and families who have attained significant prominence at a state, national or international level in their chosen field.
Inductees are honoured for their outstanding achievement. There are six categories of recognition including:
Nominations close 9 September, 2024.
This is the 29th year these Awards have been run by the NSW Wine Industry Association, and this successful history has made the NSW Wine Awards one of the most fruitful wine shows at benefiting it’s entrants, helping increase public and trade brand awareness and opening doors to genuine commercial opportunities.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of NSW Wine evolution, enter now here.
Entries close 30 August, 2024.
Partial scholarships of $1,000 – $5,000 are available to help women in select industries participate in our world-class leadership courses.
Courses are available for women at all levels.
Applications close Friday 6 September 2024.
Find more information on this opportunity here
Local government elections will be held for most NSW councils on Saturday 14 September, 2024.
The Non-residential roll (NRR) is for people who don’t live in the Cessnock Local Government Area (LGA) but would like to vote in our election.
To be eligible to vote as a non-resident, you must be:
• An owner of rateable land in the LGA or
• An occupier or rate-paying lessee of rateable land in the LGA.
Eligible corporations can also enrol to vote on the NRR for a wardor Council area. A corporation is entitled to nominate a person to appear on the rollon their behalf.
It’s important to note that regardless of whether you are enrolled on the residential or NRR, you can only vote once within a council area.
To apply to be included on the NRR, complete the relevant form on Council’s website here by 6pm, Monday 5 August 2024.
The Australian Tourism Industry Group (ATIG) is a not-for-profit, organisation that provides digital marketing services and support to tourism (and tourism-related) businesses, organisations, and Governments across Australia.
The ATIG VIP Experience is tailored exclusively for busy tourism operators. Understanding your hectic schedule, they’ve designed a premium package to elevate your business and give you the flexibility you crave.
By joining as an ATIG VIP member, you gain 12-months access to:
Cessnock City Council has sponsored 30 free VIP packages.
Sign up as a VIP here
CCC ATIG VIP Sponsorship is limited to the first 30 business (1 VIP Membership per business)
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is consulting on the Australian Government’s Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant Program.
It is timely to consider whether the program is appropriately addressing current challenges and providing good outcomes for industry.
They want your feedback on how the program is operating and if it can be improved.
The 2022 Australia and New Zealand Retail Crime Study is a game-changer for loss prevention specialists and the retail community. The study offers a contemporary academic and statistical analysis of current crime trends.
| The cost of retail crime to ANZ | $ AUD |
| External theft | $2,292 million |
| External fraud | $612 million |
| Total external loss | $2,904 million |
| Internal theft | $1,044 million |
| Vendor fraud | $350 million |
| TOTAL crime-related loss | $4,298 million |
| Retailer | Top Items Stolen |
| Supermarket / Grocery / Convenience
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| Sports and recreation stores |
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| Pharmacies |
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| Hardware Stores |
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| Apparel and fashion |
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| Department store |
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| Discount department stores |
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The National Banksia Sustainability Awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable accomplishments of individuals, organisations, and communities across the nation.
As the longest-running and most prestigious sustainability awards in Australia, the 35th Banksia’s celebrate excellence in 14 categories, highlighting the diversity of sustainability practices right across the country.
Winning the prestigious National Banksia Sustainability Award is more than just a trophy on your shelf. It is a transformative accolade that catapults you to the forefront of sustainability leadership, amplifying your positive influence on the world.
Submit your entry through the online portal by December 18th, 2023.
Watch the Online Information Session to hear insights from judges and past winners.