Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism

Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce & Tourism General Committee Meeting
2016-05-25 06:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Adelaide)
Each month the PLCC&T committee meet to discuss matters related to the many facets of business in Port Lincoln. To gain an insight into the work of the Chamber we invite non-committee members to attend these meetings. Meetings are held every 4th Wednesday of each month at bnj Consultants Board Room, upstairs at 12 Lewis Street, Port Lincoln starting at 6.00pm.

Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce & Tourism AGM 2016
2016-05-04 18:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Adelaide)
The Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
invites all current members, business owners and interested people to attend:
2016 AGM
Wednesday 4th May. Please note that this is a revised date.
6.15pm for a 6.30pm start,
Light supper will be provided

Free Return to Work Coordinator training
2016-04-06 09:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Port Lincoln Hotel, 1 Lincoln Highway, Port Lincoln, SA, 5606, Australia
ReturnToWorkSA is delivering training to provide participants an understanding of the functions, roles and responsibilities of a return to work coordinator. .

Pacific Eden Visit
2016-04-06 08:00 - 16:00, 2016-03-23 08:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide)
The Pacific Eden Cruise ship will visit Port Lincoln today

Pacific Jewel Cruise Ship Visit
2016-01-03 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide)
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Workshop on Business Income Tax Essentials
2015-12-03 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Training, Workshops and Mentoring
The purpose of this workshop is to provide you with a basic knowledge of business income tax calculation principles and rules.
This will enable you to assist your employer to minimise the amount of business income tax whilst meeting Australian Tax Office compliance requirements.
Employers are seeking staff with business income tax skills and knowledge, this workshop will assist you to gain employment, to perform your current duties more effectively and improve your job security.
This workshop will be of particular interest to:
• Current and former students of Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Management, Business Administration, Retail Services, Sales and Marketing
• Any current and former TAFE SA students wanting to learn how to apply business income tax rules to their employment or for personal use
• Anyone who would like to learn business tax deduction techniques
Workshop Contents:
Over the 3 hours, the workshop will cover the claimable business expenses (allowable deductions) and assessable business income (income which is subject to tax).
Detailed workshop information can be found by clicking on Business Income Tax Essentials
Workshop locations:
The workshop will be offered at Adelaide City, Barossa, Berri, Clare, Elizabeth, Gawler, Kadina, Kangaroo Island, Millicent, Mount Barker, Mount Gambier, Naracoorte, Noarlunga, Port Adelaide, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Tea Tree Gully, Tonsley, Victor Harbor and Whyalla campuses.
Workshop Fee: $150.00 per person (this fee may be tax deductible).
Workshop Timetable: There are three choices of session times available. These are:
• Morning session 9.30am-12.30pm
• Afternoon session 1.30pm-4.30pm
• Evening session 6.00pm-9.00pm
To check which times will be offered at each location click on the Workshop Timetable.
Workshop Delivery:
This workshop will be conducted by our business tax professionals who have extensive experience in business transactions and business taxation rules and principles.
Participants will work through and discuss real life examples and scenarios to develop skills and knowledge to minimise their business income tax.
Training Materials: All training materials are included in the seminar fee and will be provided on the day.
Workshop Places are Limited, Apply and Secure Your Seat Now!
To apply for this Workshop, click on Apply Now
Contact us:
If you or your colleagues require further information and enrolment details, please contact us at:
Online: click on Business income tax essentials enquiry.
Email: Corporate.training@tafesa.edu.au
Phone: (08) 8207 8050.

Employsure Seminar
2015-12-02 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Port Lincoln Hotel, 1 Lincoln Highway, Port Lincoln, SA, 5606, Australia
Are you managing your staff effectively and efficiently in-line with current workplace laws?
Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism has partnered with Employsure, Australia’s leading workplace relations specialist, to host a free seminar to help you handle the top employment relations issues faced by businesses today.
Keeping up to date with workplace laws and managing your staff accordingly is crucial for the success of any business.
AT THIS SEMINAR, FIND OUT HOW TO MANAGE:
– Bullying and harassment
– Performance management
– Misconduct and termination
– Key employee entitlements
Join us at our complimentary event – it could make all the difference.
Download the pdf here to find out how to register:
Event invitation

Reduction Auction - Mooses Industries
2015-11-20 11:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide)
We would like to inform you of ‘Moose Industries’ Workshop Machinery Reduction Auction, this Friday the 20th of November. Items of interest to you may include;
• Lathe
• Milling Machine
• Tungsten Grit Hard Facing Machine
• Drill Presses
• Various Welders
Below are more details about the day, and a website that you can go too, to see the full items list. We appreciate your time!
“Reduction Auction” – Friday 20th November at 11am:
Sausage sizzle for a $2 donation to the Womens & Childrens Hospital provided on the day.
Items including forklift, lathe, milling machine, welders, brake press, guillotine, panbrake folders, band saw, steel racks, drill presses, hand tools, power tools, lots of sundry items
For full list go to www.farmclearingsales.com.au.

Workers’ compensation, health and safety—Knowing your legal obligations
2015-11-19 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Port Lincoln Hotel
Sparke Helmore Lawyers are hosting a complimentary two-part seminar series on the application and interaction of the Return to Work Act 2014 (SA) and the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA). They will examine the key elements of the legislation, helping you to understand how the legislation impacts your workplace. This seminar series is tailored to those who:
• interact regularly with employees
• are responsible for health and safety in the workplace, and/or
• manage injuries, claims and/or employment matters.

Port Lincoln Business Window Display Competition
2015-11-16 - 2015-12-18 | Various
PORT LINCOLN BUSINESS CHRISTMAS WINDOW DISPLAY COMPETITION
Promote your business and get into the Christmas spirit at the same time….
This year we are looking for the best and most creative window display in the lead up to Christmas.
One small twist – we want you to get creative and use the products or services that you promote in your business to form the base for your window display!
Get your staff together to generate ideas and come up with a fantastic display with a Christmas theme. Take a look at this website for some tips on creating a great window display for your business.
http://smallbusinessbc.ca/article/8-tips-create-winning-window-displays/
A joint initiative of the Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce & Tourism and Radio 5CC Magic 89.9

Beyond Bank Business Excellence Awards 2015
2015-10-23 19:00 - 23:00 (Australia/Adelaide)
Awards will be presented at the Beyond Bank Business Excellence Awards Dinner on October 23 at Ravendale Sporting Complex. Tickets are available online from
Registration Link Here

Business SA's Connecting SA Business Night
2015-10-14 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Port Lincoln Hotel, 1 Lincoln Highway, Port Lincoln, SA, 5606, Australia
Formerly known as Regional Connection, Business SA’s ‘Connecting SA Business’ series is the ideal way to build valuable professional networks, learn from experts and promote your products and services at one of our complimentary events.
Hear from Business SA CEO Nigel McBride as he provides insights into the issues affecting your business, including areas like regional economic challenges, skills shortages, wages costs, taxation and the cost of utilities.
Enjoy some fabulous local food, quality SA wine and talk to people in industry who share your challenges. Walk away with new connections, new opportunities, new business insights and watch your business networks grow.
In support of regional South Australia, this free event is open to all members and non-members. This is made possible by the generosity of our event partners.
Connecting SA Business is proudly presented with the support of the Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Inc.
Please note that this is a registration only event.
Registration Link Here

#portlincoln Launch
2015-10-09 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Adelaide)
Join us at the Port Lincoln Visitor Information Centre for the launch of this exciting new initiative.

PLCC&T Networking Event
2015-09-29 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Port Lincoln Hotel
Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
In partnership with the Eyre Industry Leaders Group, Eye Energy Systems and Beyond Bank,
invite you to attend the Business Networking Event – September!
To be held at
Port Lincoln Hotel
29 September 2015, 6:00 – 8:00pm.
Join us along with fellow SME owners for a networking event with a difference. Presentations from:
• Eye Energy Systems about an alternative to buying energy off the grid from retailers;
• Business initiatives available with Beyond Bank and
• Department of State Development – Jason Downs – Leader for Engagement, Strategic Economics and Policy Coordination Division about a project to investigate alternative financing options for SME in South Australia. See below for more details about this presentation. This will be of interest to all SME owners and operators in our region.
Running your own Small to Medium Business and keen to hear about potential alternative financing options for your business?
You need to attend this function to hear more about a proposed project where this may be possible…..
The presentation will be facilitated by Department of State Development – Jason Downs – Leader for Engagement, Strategic Economics and Policy Coordination Division and will include discussion with Nicole Turvey – Regional Manager and Project Lead, and Warwick Cheatle – A/Director Employment.
Overview
Small businesses are of great importance to economic growth and job creation, with over 99.8 % of the state’s business being small to medium sized and employing around 7 million Australians (70 % of total employment).
This project involves connecting the investor and business through an online platform that gives small business access to capital and global markets, enabling them to enter new markets, diversify or innovate.
This project will explore and evaluate:
• models that will enable business to access capital through alternative methods
• Government’s role in facilitating access to this process
• creating a sustainable source of capital for business in South Australia.
More details here – http://publicsector.sa.gov.au/culture/90-day-projects/alternative-finance-options-for-small-business/
For more information don’t hesitate to contact Tim Coote – 0477 720 091 or Richard Horgan – 0428 134 960

Labour Day - Public Holiday
2014-10-06, 2013-10-07

Queen's Birthday - Public Holiday
2014-06-09, 2013-06-10

Easter
2014-04-18 - 2014-04-21

Public Holiday (TBC)
2014-03-10

Australia Day - Public Holiday
2014-01-26
*If the 26th Jan falls on a Saturday or Sunday the public holiday will be on the following Monday.

New Years Day - Public Holiday
2014-01-01

Boxing Day - Public Holiday
2013-12-26

Christmas Day- Public Holiday
2013-12-25

2013 South Australian Tourism Awards Presentation & Gala Dinner
2013-11-08 18:00 - 23:00 UTC
Brought to you by the South Australian Tourism Industry Council recognizing and promoting excellence in South Australian Tourism.

Melbourne Cup
2013-11-05 11:00 - 17:00 UTC

2013 Business Excellence Awards
2013-11-02 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Port Lincoln Hotel, 1 LINCOLN HIGHWAY, PORT LINCOLN
The 2013 Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Business Excellence Awards will be held on Saturday 2nd November 2013 at the Port Lincoln Hotel. To nominate a business or person download the a entry form from our website or pick one up at participating businesses.
The Port Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Tourism – Recognizing excellence in business and customer service in Port Lincoln.

CEO Sleepout
2013-07-02 19:00 - 2013-07-03 17:00 UTC | Venue TBA, Australia
There are more than 100,000 Australian’s who find themselves homeless each night.
Just under half of these are women and a quarter under the age of 18.
The Vinnies CEO Sleepout is a unique way for business leaders to raise awareness and important funds in support of essential homeless services.

Chamber of Commerce April Meeting
2013-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Guest speaker Stephen Marlow from EP Alliance
