If you thought the evening with Sally Sara, AM, was only for women then think again - we know Sally has a wide network of supporters so bring your partners and friends too. Register quickly as tickets are selling fast. Sally has a fascinating story to tell - from her earlier work in Africa to Afghanistan as foreign correspondent.
When: Friday 21st September 2012 at 7pm
Where: Tatiara Civic Centre, Woolshed Street, Bordertown
Cost: $35.00 WIB&RD Members; $40.00 non-Members; Students $27.50. Cost includes a scrumptious supper
Bus leaving Mount Gambier at 5pm & returning at Midnight - pick up from Tarpeena, Nangwarry, Penola & Naracoorte - cost $27.50 per person
Many businesses add a website as an afterthought and then think along the lines of ‘build it and they will come’. Unfortunately, this usually isn't the case!
Before the website has even been created a business needs to decide what the website is going to do for the business, how it will help the business and how the website is going to be managed once it’s up and running.
Karen Leslie from Mount Gambier Website Design will address website issues whe she presents on how an effective website can be achieved.
These top tips will be useful whether you are thinking about a new website or have a website up and running already.
When: Wednesday, 12th September 2012 at 7am
Where: Commodore on the Park Mount Gambier
Cost: $16.50, plus a $5 fee for Non Members - cooked breakfast
RSVP: Please RSVP for this event to executive@wibrd.org.au by Monday, 10th September 2012
Member Profile - Millie Millie Embroidery
Marlene Webb and her husband Wayne began their home based business, situated at 47 Salom Street Bordertown in July 2005 after selling their farm. We purchased a single head top of the range Baruden 15 thread Embroidery machine. After learning to operate the machine through the Wilcom Digitizing Embroidery software we have established a thriving business, servicing local and surrounding districts with embroidery, logos, workwear and corporate apparel, with a keen emphasis on clubs.
In October 2011 we decided to expand our business and invested in a 4 head Baruden Embroidery machine which operates four embroidery designs at once to help get through the work load a lot faster and more efficient. This has been a bonus as now larger orders can be accommodated easily.
We specialize in selling Dri Glo Australian made good quality cotton towels/bath sheets, face washers consisting of Australian cotton made in Australia as we are a strong believer of utlilizing Australian products as much as we can. We also sell a range of baby apparel, made in South Australia under the name of Lil Gem Baby label and these are good quality baby rugs, bibs etc.
Designs can be scanned or emailed in jpeg form to be digitized and embroidered on almost anything from caps, bags, swags etc.
Attending workshops in design and embroidery have increased our knowledge and we have added to our business, a Roland printing machine so now we can heat press names, designs on shirts, tee shirts, chairs, etc.
Marlene works full time from the business and she can be contracted anytime on 0429677065 or home phone 0887522669.
Archers Arcadia Exhibition - another reason to come to Bordertown to hear Sally Sara
Roll Up! Roll Up! Just like the traditional travelling show, Archer’s art circus will be in the Tatiara at the Walkway Gallery from Monday, September 3 to Monday, October 1st. Come along and turn the handles, push the buttons and look through the lenses into working dioramas. This free installation creates an atmosphere of carnival excitement and appeals to all ages.
Naracoorte Networking
Naracoorte is central for the region and this advantage was again highlighted when members from Mount Gambier and Portland joined women from Bordertown and Lucindale to hear about the importance of finances. Paula Gust Financial Planner with Murray Nankivell stressed that it is never to early to consider wealth creation strategies. It was also an opportunity to discuss the formation of a Naracoorte network with Jenny Blomberg of Limestone Coast Training putting her hand up to host a Skills for All Dinner at Billy Macs on Wednesday 31 October 2012. More news later.
Gramac Solutions now a Registered Training Organisation
Gramac Solutions is another successful business run by a dynamic woman.
Originally focused on Labour Hire Grace McNally has over time grown the business to include recruitment and is now offering training with a focus on OH&S and bookkeeping.
"In all of our services, we stand true to our goal of connecting the right people to the right jobs and training opportunities, so that our business clients can reap success and our job seekers enjoy career satisfaction," said Grace.
So visit Gramac Solutions to find out how Grace and her team can help you.
BECOME A BOARD MEMBER
Our AGM is just around the corner in October and if you have a passion for igniting the potential of women why not consider joining our board. Meetings are held every 2 months and alternate between Mount Gambier and Naracoorte. Representation from Naracoorte/Lucindale, Wattle Range and the Tatiara is keenly sought. Volunteering your time with WiB&RD will give you great personal rewards while helping women of the region. Find out more here Expression of Interest & Information Package
Farmers' Market Public Meeting held
Over 50 producers and stakeholders from across the Green Triangle came to hear Steve Scown, Chairman Willunga Farmers' Market and Amanda Daniel, CEO Adelaide Showground Farmers' Market speak with passion about the benefits of establishing an authentic, weekly farmers' market.
Plans are underway to commence a weekly farmers' market in Mount Gambier in November 2012.
Newly elected Chairman of the Interim Steering Committee Sally Schultz would love to hear from interested stallholders about this exciting initiative that will build sustainability.
We welcome your feedback - WiB&RD is open to all women
Women in Business & Regional Development is not just about supporting women in business. It is about assisting all women across the Green Triangle to develop their potential both personally and professionally. That's why we offer a range of activities - so invite your work colleagues, family, friends and acquaintences to the next event we have - they won't be disappointed.
Social media marketing is all too complicated I hear you say. Then our final gala event for 2012 is just what you need. Come and hear Steve Davis of Baker Marketing take complicated out of your marketing vocabulary.
Be entertained - who knows what smart apes - sorry I mean smart apps will be there. Come and meet with local IT experts keen to work side by side with you to implement practical e-commerce solutions for your business.
When: Monday 12 November 2012
Time: 6.30 pm onwards includes 2 course dinner - bring your smartphones, IPads, IPods
Cost: Early bird registration out shortly
Expressions of interest to executive@wibrd.org.au
SARWG - A Huge Success - Well done to organisers
Over 300 women from around South Australia and western Victoria met to “get it together” at Penola’s South Australian Rural Women’s Gathering 17th – 19th August with Ita Buttrose as keynote dinner speaker. Ita knows the challenges of a career and raising children and shared her journey whilst encouraging the audience to follow their dreams - receiving a standing ovation.
Other guest speakers included local identities Joanna Fincham, author and a ‘Blue Voice’ for Australia’s largest Mental Health organisation, Beyond Blue; Sarah Mott, career in nursing practice, education, research and management presented ‘Warrior Women - strong women just keep getting stronger’; Elizabeth Young, spiritual journey; and Bronwyn Roberts the Laughter therapist from Melbourne.
Congratulations to Helen Zadow and her committee on an outstanding weekend filled with learning, laughter, dancing, networking and beautiful food.
Unsung heros - we say thank you
We say thanks to the many women who volunteer their time and make a difference every day.
Today we recognise Helen Zadow and her fantastic organising committee for making the recent SA Rural Women's Gathering at Penola such a success. Port Pirie will host this annual event in 2013.
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
Your feedback is always appreciated: email info@wibrd.org.au with any comments or suggestions for our monthly enewsletter
Spring Fashion Parade
Join McCourts Garden Centre together with Heaven on a Hanger & the Millicent High School Creative Arts Textiles class & Redden Bridge Wines for a spring fashion spectacular.
A complimentary wine from Redden Bridge Wines will be served on arrival for adults. Proceeds to the Wattle Range Hospital Auxiliary, tickets available from McCourts Garden Centre and Heaven on a Hanger.
Tickets are $10 each, children 16 & under free. Every ticket will be entered into a free raffle.
Sunday 9 September 2012, 2:30pm
McCourt’s Garden Centre
Enquiries please phone 87334566
SAVE THE DATE
Websites, Social Media & Making It Happen - Steve Davis in Coonawarra.
4 workshops will be presented over the two days. 4 hours per workshop. A dinner to be held on Monday night, Steve Davis will be presenting The Two Commandments of Social Media Marketing.
The Chardonnay
Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th November 2012
SAVE THE DATE
Influential Women in Business Gala Awards Dinner. Why not nominate your business - nominations will open early in 2013 - so give it some thought
Barn Palais
Friday 2 August 2013
