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FREE Webinar - Maximise Christmas Sales Using Social Media
2022-12-07 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
Join Business HQ Central West for a free online workshop
Retail business is heading into one of the busiest times of year, Christmas. Over the last few years there has been a real shift in customer buying habits with many choosing to shop online as opposed to in store. Using social media can help to increase your business profits over this time.
What you will learn:

Using content specifically tailored to the season
Photography techniques to enhance your product images
Connecting to “Buy Local” or “Buy Regional” groups
Using analytics to review customer engagement

Time: 12pm-2pm
Date: Wednesday, 7 December 2022
Where: Online
Cost: Free
To register click here

Business After 5 Hosted by Bathurst Regional Council
2022-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70-78 Keppel Street, BAthurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and Bathurst Regional Council for an end of year celebration at the Bathurst Regional Art Gallery.
Enjoy networking, drinks and nibbles while taking in the current exhibition by Liam Benson.
We look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Cyber Security tips for Small Business
2022-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
FREE BusinessConnect webinar
In this webinar we focus on what you can do if you have been hacked. How do you know that you have been hacked and the scope of the data and systems compromised?
We explore how to report a cybercrime and which authorities you should get involved. We will send a test case to Report Cyber/ the Australian Cyber Security Centre and discuss the different steps and information required.
Going forward, which systems and procedures should be in place to protect your business from future malicious cyber-attacks, social engineering, or phishing campaigns.
Participants will learn about:
• How to identify if their systems and/or their data has been compromised.
• A Step-by-Step guide how to report a cyber incident and how to communicate with key stakeholders. The importance of automatic data back-ups, regular software updates and a strong password
strategy.
At the completion of the session the participants will leave with:
• An overview of essential steps to get safely back online, rebuild confidence and client’s trust.
• A checklist that empowers them to implement and track a set of cyber safety measurements.
• Guidance to Australian Alert Services and how to engage and train staff.
For more information and to register click here

Marketing Fundamentals for Small Business
2023-01-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
FREE BusinessConnect Webinar
The ultimate outcome for your business is to get your product or service to market so that customers can buy it. At the heart of that challenging and exciting process is marketing. Good marketing has the ability to facilitate an exchange at the all-important intersection of supply and demand.
First, you must understand who your target market customer is and identify how your core products or services will meet their needs.
You will learn what motivates a customer to make a purchase and how to stimulate that purchase decision. Understand how developing a compelling short marketing message to feature in your communications will boost sales. Learn how to present your products or services so they are perceived by customers to offer relevant appealing benefits and or solve their problems.
For more information and to register click here

Start a Business Central West - FREE Online Webinar
2023-01-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Start a Business Central West
Starting a business is not only a matter of simple compliance tasks but of complex decision making around customers, products, market gap, brand and pricing. Whether you are in the process of starting a new venture or simply have an idea and don’t know what to do next, this session is sure to provide you with everything you need to know to setup your new business and hit the ground running.
What you’ll learn:
The importance of having a vision and direction for your business.
The fundamentals of starting a new business including business registration, legal requirements, insurance, market research, business planning, and more!
What you need to work on to successfully get your business started
Attending this event will consolidate your thinking about starting a business in NSW. You’ll then be eligible to book an advisory session to test your business idea.
This session will be conducted as an interactive online Zoom meeting. We can host up to 50 attendees and the session will not be recorded.
About your presenter – Anthony Doyle
Anthony has had a successful career as a business consultant and operational manager, working with a variety of high profile businesses during his career. Anthony’s core strengths are in business development, sales, marketing, process development and strategic planning.
Anthony also has experience running his own small business, having worked in regionally based start-ups and large family partnerships, giving him a solid understanding of small business and the specific challenges they face.
Anthony has a passion to help regional businesses and believes that the core business concepts of target customer, product, value, positioning and customer experience remain the foundation to start, grow or turn around a business.
Anthony holds a Bachelor in Applied Science and other sales qualifications.
This session is presented by the Business Connect program. Business Connect is a dedicated, personalised NSW Government program that provides trusted advice to help you start, run, adapt or grow your small business.
More information
Register here

Business After Hours
2023-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Veritas House, 98 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted by Veritas House
Join Bathurst Business Chamber and Veritas House for the first Business After 5 event of 2023.
Enjoy some networking and nibbles while checking out Veritas House’s new facility in Keppel Street.
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Date: Tuesday 7th February 2023
Where: 98 Keppel Street, Bathurst
RSVP here

NSW Regional Skilled Migration Information Session
2023-02-16 10:00 - 14:30 | Rydges Mount Panorama Bathurst, Conrod Straight, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
NSW Regional Skilled Migration Information Session
RDA Central West will host two free sessions regarding the Regional Skilled Migration program on 16 February 2023. The first session will be for employers and business, and the second will be a general session for anyone wanting to use the program.
Key officials, from the Department of Enterprise Investment and Trade (DEIT), Home Affairs, Migration Institute of Australia, and Regional Development Australia (RDA) Central West, will discuss migration and its importance to the region, Australia’s regional migration and industry support programs, and the NSW Regional Skilled Migration Program.
The session will also provide employers with information on the role of Home Affairs and RDA Central West, the aims of Regional Skilled Migration and Labour Agreement programs, skills and requirements.
There will also be the opportunity to talk to government representatives, ask questions and network with other business owners. The opportunity to attend virtually will also be available.
RSVPs are essential.
16 February 2023
Employer session: 10am-12.00md Register here
General session: 12.30pm-2.30pm Register here

FREE netStripes Webinar - Digital Trends to Watch in 2023
2023-02-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
FREE netStripes Webinar – Digital Trends to Watch in 2023
In the first Insights webinar for the year, netStripes founder and CEO Dinesh De Silva shares his thoughts on the digital trends taking over 2023 that business owners need to keep an eye on.
Topics of Discussion

The death of organic posts for businesses
SEO is still crucial to success but!
Optimising voice search
Video marketing
Digital marketing personalisation & user generated content
Emphasis on cyber security & privacy
Growing social platforms for business

If you can’t join the live session, register now, and we’ll send you the recording after the webinar
Register
More information

Musicians in the Park
2023-02-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Kings Parade, William Street and Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Musicians in the Park
Musicians in the Park is back this February!

Grab your camping chair or cosiest picnic rug

Order your favourite food from one of Bathurst’s many restaurants/cafes/take away venues

Enjoy some live music in the magnificent surrounds of Kings Parade

One night only –
Pengopuss from 5.30pm
Ska-ramouche from 7.00pm
This free event is an initiative of Bathurst Regional Council.

World Athletics Cross Country Championships Bathurst 2023
2023-02-18 00:00 | Mount Panorama
World Athletics Cross Country Championships Bathurst 2023
Bathurst will be the centre of the athletics world on Saturday February 18, 2023 with the World Athletics Cross Country Championships set to take place. The championships will attract more than 550 elite competitors, representing 60 nations.
The World Athletics Cross Country Championships, Bathurst 2023 will feature a range of public events which will see everyday runners competing over the actual World Cross Country Championship Course. From School Challenges and Clubs races through to the Golden Ticket races which will see placegetters make it through to the actual World Championships.
For more information on event schedules, tickets and entry forms click here.

Supporting Customers Living With Dementia
2023-03-01 14:30 - 15:30 | Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre (BMEC), 105 William Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Supporting Customers Living With Dementia
Supporting your Customers living with Dementia presented by Dementia Australia and Bathurst Regional Council . This course is designed for anyone working in a business-based organisation involved in customer service such as retail, banks and other financial institutions, law firms, libraries, transport, councils, shopfronts etc.
To Register Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/3kPS5Ze

Business After Hours Hosted by The Wool Store
2023-03-14 18:00 - 20:00 | The Wool Store, 121A Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted by The Wool Store
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and The Wool Store by Wilga Station for the next Business After Hours on the 14th March 2023 from 6pm.
Register here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Welcome to Bathurst Lunch March 2023
2023-03-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Bathurst Visitor Information Centre, 1 Kendall Ave, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
New resident to Bathurst? Come along to our Welcome to Bathurst Lunch!
To help you settle in we’d love to shout you lunch and introduce ourselves.
Anyone new to Bathurst over the past two years is welcome to join us.
There is a free gift provided to each new family attending.
WHEN: Sunday 26th March 2023
TIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm
WHERE: Morse Park, near the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Want to attend? Fill out the form below by 19th March 2023.
Can’t make it? Let us know and we will invite you to the next one! Email us live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Business After Hours Hosted by The Upstairs
2023-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Upstairs Startup and Co-Working Hub, 203 - 209 Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted by The Upstairs
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and The Upstairs for the next Business After Hours Tuesday 11th April 2023 from 6pm.
Register here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Grant Writing Workshop
2023-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Bathurst Panthers
Join us for a free grant writing workshop
Bathurst Regional Council is partnering with Regional Development Australia Central West to present a FREE grant writing workshop for local businesses.
The workshop is open to local businesses and community groups interested in learning more about the grant writing process.
The workshop will cover the key tips on how to prepare and submit funding applications, including:

assessing if you are grant ready;
how to search for the right grant;
ensuring you meet the criteria; and
where to find support for your application

Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Date: Wednesday 19 April 2023
Where: Bathurst Panthers, 132 Piper Street Bathurst
Cost: Free

Recruitment & Selection Workshop
2023-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Upstairs Startup and Co-Working Hub, 203 - 209 Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Oxygen Recruitment & HR and co-hosts Bathurst Business Chamber are excited to bring to you training on how to find the best people for your organisation. If you are responsible for finding, hiring and inducting the best people for your organisation this is the workshop for you. Get in fast as spaces are limited!!!
Time: 11am – 1pm
Date: Wednesday 17 May 2023
Where: The Upstairs, 203 Russell Street Bathurst
Cost: $100 Business Chamber Member – $120 Non Member
To register click here

Business After Hours Hosted by Bathurst Community Transport
2023-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Bathurst Community Transport, 16 Vale Road, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and Bathurst Community Transport for the next Business After Hours on the 13th June 2023 from 6pm.
Register here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Business After Hours Hosted by VERTO
2023-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | VERTO Bathurst, 227 Howick Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted by VERTO
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and VERTO Bathurst for the next Business After Hours on Tuesday 11 July 2023 from 6pm.
Register here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Bathurst Careers Expo 2023
2023-08-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Charles Sturt University Gymnasium Bathurst, Village Drive, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Proudly sponsored by Charles Sturt University
Come and have a chat about your career opportunities at the Bathurst Careers Expo!
Don’t miss this chance to explore your career prospects with over 70 exhibitors in attendance, ranging from educational institutions to large and small businesses based in the Central West.
DATE: Wednesday, 2 August 2023
TIME: 9am – 3pm
PLACE: Charles Sturt University Gymnasium
Interested in being an exhibitor at the Bathurst Careers Expo?
The Bathurst Careers Expo attracts over 1000 job-seekers and school-leavers. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase career opportunities to a vast audience free of charge.
Download our 2023 Bathurst Careers Expo Exhibitor Info Pack.
Click here to register for the August 2023 Careers Expo.
Interested in advertising a vacant position at the Bathurst Careers Expo?
Businesses from Bathurst and throughout the Central West will have the opportunity to advertise vacant positions at the Bathurst Careers Expo. We will send out details closer to the event.
Contact us for more information
For further information on the Bathurst Careers Expo please email David Flude or phone 02 6333 6182.
The Bathurst Careers Expo is proudly sponsored by Charles Sturt University. Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact business@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.
Major Sponsor

2023 Carillon Business Awards Powered by Kelso Electrical
2023-09-09 18:00 - 23:00 | Bathurst Goldfields, 428 Conrod Straight, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
2023 Carillon Business Awards Powered by Kelso Electrical
The Carillon Business Awards are regarded as the premier business event in the Bathurst Region and are set to inspire a new generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Across all categories, the Business Awards recognise excellence in business leadership, entrepreneurship, social enterprise, innovation, business growth, and employment practices.
The Awards celebrate business in Bathurst and publicly promote and reward business excellence. The Award categories offer opportunities for each and every one of the over 3000 registered businesses in the Bathurst region.
Tickets to the Gala Dinner are on sale now.

Time: 6pm – 11pm
Date: Saturday 9th September 2023
Where: Bathurst Goldfields, Mount Panorama
Cost: $125 per person or $1,100 for a table of 10 – Chamber Member $110 per person
To purchase tickets click here

Business After Hours Hosted By Bathurst Regional Council
2023-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Bathurst Rail Museum, 126 Havannah Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted By Bathurst Regional Council
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and Bathurst Regional Council for the next business after hours at the Bathurst Rail Museum on the 12th September from 6pm. The evening will feature a presentation from id. Informed Decisions.
.id (Informed Decisions) have recently release their State of the Region’s economic dataset. This national dataset, released annually, provides economic and employment data for every Local Government Authority (LGA) in Australia, including Bathurst Regional Council. With the economic disruption over the last few years and the release of census data this dataset will be another one of .id’s most significant releases, as local economies work towards recovery.
Katrina Houghton, will be joining us from .id to provide an overview of the economic changes which have occurred in our area between 2021 and 2022. This will include changes to local jobs, gross regional product as well as a breakdown of industry changes. This release will be the allow us to review our local economic conditions and answer the question – Where are we now?
The .id websites are an excellent resource to support grant applications, business cases or to simply understand the overall economic health of our community. .id is a reference source publicly available on Councils website or by clicking the following link https://profile.id.com.au/bathurst and is proudly 100% funded by the Economic Development team.
Register here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

Grant Writing Workshop
2023-09-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Bathurst Panthers
Join us for a free grant writing workshop
Bathurst Regional Council is partnering with Regional Development Australia Central West to present a FREE grant writing workshop.
The workshop is open to local businesses and community groups interested in learning more about the grant writing process.
The workshop will cover the key tips on how to prepare and submit funding applications, including:

assessing if you are grant ready;
how to search for the right grant;
ensuring you meet the criteria; and
where to find support for your application

Time: 3.00pm-5.00pm
Date: Wednesday 20 September 2023
Where: Bathurst Panthers, 132 Piper Street Bathurst
Cost: FREE

BizMonth Business Lunch 2023
2023-09-26 11:30 - 14:30 | Bathurst Goldfields, 428 Conrod Straight, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
with Annabelle Williams – Tickets on sale now
Annabelle is a Paralympic Gold Medallist, international motivational speaker, attorney, brand ambassador, board director, TV reporter, and sports commentator. Annabelle is a leading voice on diversity and inclusion and is creating a movement to change people’s perceptions about their own limitations.
This not to be missed event will be held on Tuesday 26th September 2023 at Bathurst Goldfields, Mount Panorama.
The lunch is a great opportunity for business professionals to network with each other in a relaxing atmosphere. The 2023 lunch will be held at the beautiful Bathurst Goldfields on Mount Panorama.
Time: 11.30am to 2.30pm
Date: Tuesday 26th September 2023
Where: Bathurst Goldfields, Mount Panorama
Cost: $80 per ticket

Major Sponsor – ATCO

Business After Hours
2023-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Bathurst Harness Racing Club, 169 College Road, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Business After Hours Hosted by Inland Digital
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber and Inland Digital for the October Business After Hours Event to be held at the Bathurst Harness Racing Club from 6pm Tuesday 10th October 2023.
RSVP here
For more information and to explore other Bathurst Business Chamber events visit the Chamber website

The Power of Artificial Intelligence For Your Business
2023-10-19 11:30 - 14:30 | Charles Sturt University, Panorama Ave, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Harness the power of AI for your business
Join RDA Central West for this Small Business Month event and learn how to utilise AI for small business.
Participants will leave with a solid understanding of the basics of ChatGPT, including the benefits of the paid vs free version, the functionality of plugins and how they can use plugins to enhance their results.
You will understand a wide range of ways you can leverage ChatGPT in relation to a social media marketing strategy. You will experiment with different prompt engineering techniques to enhance the quality of their prompts and resultant replies. They’ll learn how to use it as a research, review and feedback mechanism, not just an ideation or copywriting tool.
We’ll touch briefly on how ChatGPT can be used in conjunction with Zapier for automation, as well as some of the creative AI options that are effective in the content of social media marketing. While these won’t be topics we’ll have time to discuss in depth, participants will leave with an understanding of the key tools they can utilise.
And finally, participants will be made aware of the accuracy, data security and copyright risks that exist within this realm, and have some high-level suggestions for how best to manage the risk.
Time: 11.30am-2.30pm
Date: Thursday 19 October 2023
Where: CPD Room, Charles Sturt University, Bathurst
Cost: $25 Including Lunch
For tickets click here

Welcome to Bathurst Lunch October 2023
2023-10-22 11:30 - 13:30 | Bathurst Visitor Information Centre, 1 Kendall Ave, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Welcome to Bathurst Lunch October 2023
New resident to Bathurst? Come along to our Welcome to Bathurst Lunch!
To help you settle in we’d love to shout you lunch and introduce ourselves.
Anyone new to Bathurst over the past two years is welcome to join us.
There is a free gift provided to each new household attending.
WHEN: Sunday 22nd October 2023
TIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm
WHERE: Morse Park, near the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Want to attend? Fill out the form below by 15th October 2023
Can’t make it? Let us know and we will invite you to the next one! Email us live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Central West Inspired Women - LinkedIn Masterclass
2023-11-09 11:00 - 13:30 | The Greens on William, 29 William Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
LINKEDIN MASTERCLASS – TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Central West Inspired Women is bringing Australia’s leading LinkedIn strategist to Bathurst on 9 November for one day only! Join us for a fun and informative learning experience at The Greens on William.

Kick start your work goals for 2024 with networking and a masterclass to take your professional branding and business opportunities to the next level.

With over 810 million users globally and 12 million based in Australia, LinkedIn is the world’s largest online professional platform.

Lucy Bingle is the CEO of Australia’s leading LinkedIn agency – www.lucybingle.com. Lucy will show us how to harness the power of LinkedIn to create real commercial opportunities.

In this 1.5 hours of power, Lucy will guide you on:

1. How to stand out on LinkedIn

2. How to build your LinkedIn community

3. How to keep your LinkedIn community engaged and entertained

4. How to win business on LinkedIn

For tickets click here

Business After Hours Christmas Party
2023-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | National Motor Racing Museum, 400 Panorama Ave, Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Join the Bathurst Business Chamber, Bathurst Young Professionals and Bathurst Regional Council for an end of year celebration at the National Motor Racing Museum.

Enjoy networking, drinks and nibbles while exploring the amazing National Motor Racing Museum.

Time: 6pm – 8pm
Date: Tuesday 5 December 2023
Where: National Motor Racing Museum, 400 Panorama Ave, Bathurst
Cost: FREE

We look forward to seeing you there!

Register here

2024 Bathurst Winter Festival Consultation Session
2024-01-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Bathurst Rail Museum, 126 Havannah Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Bathurst Regional Council’s Economic Development and Events teams are excited to hold a consultation session tailored for local businesses on the upcoming 2024 Bathurst Winter Festival.
The session will deliver key information around event insights, guidance, actionable tools, and logistical support and advice. This opportunity equips businesses to develop their own festival-themed initiatives and opportunities.
Join us to unlock the benefits for your business, including heightened brand visibility, increased revenue opportunities, strengthen community connections, and the chance to share your ideas and experience to enhance the festival for the Bathurst region and beyond.
Time: 6pm-7pm
Date: Tuesday 23 January 2024
Where: Bathurst Rail Museum, 126 Havannah Street

Light refreshments will be provided.

Propel Program for Businesses
2024-02-05 09:30 - 2024-02-09 15:30 | Upstairs Startup and Co-Working Hub, 203 - 209 Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Join Accelerate@Upstairs for a five day face to face program for business owners or leaders looking for a stronger platform, better understanding of their customer value proposition and opportunities to collaborate in 2024.

Delivered by Adam Mostogl, one of Australia’s Top 40 Entrepreneurs under 40 in 2023, and supported by the Accelerating Regional Innovation Fund, Propel is for existing or emerging businesses in the Central West with leaders who are looking for opportunities to grow and innovate.

WHEN: February 5-9

TIME: 9.30am – 3.30pm each day

WHERE: Upstairs Start Up Hub, 203-209 Russell Street Bathurst

To register click here
