Not only be entertained with apps but be inspired by Steve Davis of Baker Marketing with his presentation Two Commandments of Social Media. Over dinner network with local IT businesses who will work with you to maximise your online presence. Book early for this outstanding night of fun & entertainment.
When: Monday 12 November 2012
When: 6.00 pm
Where: Upstairs at Hollicks Early bird registration here
Sally Sara - We were Inspired!
I wondered why we featured this photo in our early promotion but can now understand the importance of her camoflage - evidently if Sally was recognised as a woman she would be surrounded by children. This would distract her from the important job of watching where she walked - such a powerful message for me. So many amazing stories of her time in Afghanistan but generally told with humour. Very moving and inspiring story - thanks for the memories.
Mastering Social Media
You asked for a social media program targeted at both beginner and advanced level - we listened. Steve Davis of Baker Marketing Services will deliver 2 full day workshops targeting website development, the novice & advanced social media networker.
When: 11 & 12 November 2012
Where: Chardonnay Lodge
Time: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm lunch & refreshments
Take advantage of Early Bird Registration
Become a member today! Download a Membership Application Form to start receiving members only benefits and take advantage of the early bird registration for Mastering Social Media & Social Media Bytes.
Skills for All - Naracoorte Forum
Following the highly successful forum in Mount Gambier we are pleased to offer this network and information forum in Naracoorte. Come and meet the experts, Jenny Blomberg of Limestone Coast Training, David Hill - Regional Coordinator with DFEEST and Di Ind of Di-Monty Training Solutions and hear how Skills for All can solve your business training needs while providing individuals with training pathways at highly subsidised rates.
When: Wednesday 31 October 2012
Where: Naracoorte Hotel meeting room
Time: 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
RSVP: Monday 29 October 2012 executive@wibrd.org.au Download flyer from here
Websites Making Sense
Karen Leslie with Elizabeth Hodges
There were many eager faces in attendance at the latest breakfast meeting held at the Commodore on the Park on 12th September to hear from Karen Leslie of Mount Gambier Website Design. Karen spoke about what to think about when designing an effective website, that you need to understand your customers needs and most importantly to make the site easy for them to use. Your website should be kept up to date, with content added weekly and the effectiveness of your website monitored regularly. She also had some handy tips on how to attract 'traffic' to your site. The advantages of linking your site to other social media, such as, facebook and making sure it is compatible for use with smart phones were highlighted. The 20 participants would have gained many new ideas to improve or set up great websites for their business from this very informative talk.
Energy Efficiency products - FREE for householders
WiB&RD member Wendy Stratton of Sustainable Property Concepts Pty Ltd is pleased to bring the Residential Energy Efficiency Scheme (REES) to Mount Gambier and surrounding district in conjunction with LESS.
REES is a FREE service available to all residential electricity account holders & aims to assist in reducing electricity costs, improving energy efficiency & reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The service offers FREE professional installation of standby power controllers, compact fluro light globes & low flow shower heads. This local company specialises in Residential and Commercial Energy Efficiency Assessments & Home & Residential Sustainability Assessments. Wendy can be contacted on 0467 883 326 to arrange an appointment.
Member Profile - Sandi Elsden Sewing
For the past 5 years I have been making and selling products for Child Care Centres. Originally I started making what I call Kindy Linen Kits and these became my signature product however I have since diversified and also make Parent’s Communication Pockets as well as fitted sheets and baby doll nappy and bib sets.
The Kindy Linen Kits consist of a fitted bottom sheet which has an attached over sheet (either attached down one side or across the bottom) and some kits have an attached pillow case with a detachable pillow and on the underside of the fitted bottom sheet is a drawstring bag into which the linen folds after each use and for easy storage.
The Parent’s Communication Pockets are made from durable material with pockets (all double sewn for strength and durability) for the Centres to use to hold newsletter, accounts etc. for the parents to collect. All of my products can be made to each Centres specific requirements and is only limited by the Directors imagination as I have a large range of material in all colours of the rainbow. Contact Sandi or Mobile 0438090249Editor's Note - I have picked up notes from your pockets for my grandkids - wonderful to see a homebased business in Kingston fill a niche market - well done!
Thanks Bob & Betty Daniels - we appreciate your feedback
SALLY SARA EVENT. Congratulations to Women in Business & Regional Development for promoting a remarkable event at Bordertown Civic Centre Friday evening 21 September. The trump card of course was to hear ABC Foreign correspondent Sally Sara present us with a 'no holds barred' lecture on her last assignment in Afghanistan, complete with a power point presentation on the big screen and later a Q&A - like session with a roving rmicrophone moderated by Stan Thompson. Stan had earlier introduced Sally to the folk present. WiB&RD Members put on an excellent evening, perfectly planned, very well attended, including many visitors to our town. The Civic Centre is really a smart venue for such an event. Once again ladies, congratulations. Editor's Note - we wish Bob a speedy recovery after his very recent stroke
Paypal coming soon
Following feedback from members about being able to register and pay on line we have initiated that process with our recent registration with PayPal. So in 2013 you will have a range of options to pay - online through PayPal, by cheque, or directing a transfer into our account. Look out next year for payments via PayPal
We welcome - Michelle Stebhens of Katnook Estate
Michelle Stehbens has lived in Coonawarra since 1981 and although initially working locally as a school teacher, has been actively involved in the wine industry for the past 25 years, on both a personal and professional level. She has worked for Katnook Estate in Coonawarra managing the Cellar Door Sales for the past 18 years and is a member of the Coonawarra Vignerons Association Executive Committee and is a past President of the Vignerons Association. Michelle’s interests also extend to the Penola Business Association, the Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival and the Coonawarra Hall Committee.
The Katnook Estate Cellar Door is located 6kms north of Penola on the Riddoch Highway and is located in the recently renovated building once used as an office by John Riddoch and his son in the 1800’s. Katnook Estate produces both the Katnook Estate & Katnook Founders Block labels as well as the Odyssey & Prodigy flagship wines, which feature on the prestigious Langtons V Classification of Australian wines. For more information visit katnookestate
Are you ready for a Telework World
Mount Gambier Telework Workshop
An interactive forum specifically designed to benefit our local business and community leaders throughout the region.
The Telework keynote speakers will outline their processes for shifting culture, perceptions, and traditional workspace to make way for new technologies.
When: 15 October 2012
Where: Dress Circle - Main Corner Complex
Time: 1:30pm for 2pm– 4:00pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: 11 October 2012 ldowling@mountgambier.sa.gov.au
2013 Sponsorship Drive
To our many sponsors we say thank you for your support in 2012. We offer many benefits to our sponsors - personal interaction with your customers, a chance to enhance your public profile relatively cheaply & to highlight your support for a community initiative. So if you are interested in business sponsorship why not download a sponsorship proposal and then talk to Sarah Tilbury, Sponsorship Manager on 0409511182
Statewide Shearing Services
Tammy Whitehead, Jo Clark & Sally Sara
A major sponsor of Women in Business & Regional Development in 2012, Statewide Shearing Services (formerly Balmoral Shearing Services) was formed in 2004 when, Barry and Jo Clark, saw a gap in the shearing industry.
Barry and Jo saw an opportunity within the industry to start their own shearing contracting business based on the principles of being reliable and at all times delivering professional services. Before starting Statewide Shearing Services, Barry had been in the shearing industry for twenty-two years and had shorn Australia wide and also in New Zealand. Barry’s experience in the industry combined with Jo’s business skills has seen Statewide Shearing Services grow dramatically over the past eight years and the company now employs over 600 employees. Based in Lucindale, South Australia, with an office in the Western district of Victoria Statewide Shearing Services offers their professional services to South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales. Editor's note: We thank you Jo for your support of Reflections of ...Sally Sara
Sally Sara - we say thank you to our Auction donors
Do you have some exciting business news, milestones or events in the near future? We'd love to hear from you! Email info@wibrd.org.au
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National Rural Women's Conference
Rural and regional women of Australia – block out 18-20 February 2013 in your diaries now for the inaugural National Rural Women’s Conference in Canberra. More here.
Naracoorte Migrant Resource Centre with Rotary Club of Naracoorte - Trip around the World
Sunday 14 october 2012, 12 noon at Naracoorte High School Stewart Terrace Naracoorte. Food, musical items, games & fun for the whole family - pooled lunch - bring something from your culture
Contact Debbie Press 0408809294 or Abdul Hakimi 0427846755 - Naracoorte Migrant Resource Centre
Sapori Italiani – The Taste of Italy
Join Rosa Matto
4 course dinner & wine matching
All proceeds to SE Animal Welfare League
When: 20 October 2012
Where: Oaktree Room at the Barn
Cost: $120 per persontickets at Direct Blinds & Awnings 19 James Street Mount Gambier
Mount Gambier & District Network - Christmas meeting - Greek Traditions
When: Wednesday 14 Novmeber 2012
Where: Metro Cafe & Bakery
Time: 6pm - 9.00 pm
Cost: $30 WIBRD Members, $35 non-Members
RSVP: 12 November 2012executive@wibrd.org.au More information coming soon!
