Council rates notices will be in ratepayer’s letterboxes from this week with payment due by 31 August.

Council offers you a number of convenient ways to pay your rates including:

* online

* credit card by phone

* BPAY

* mail

* in person at council offices or at any Post Office

Pension Rebates for 2010/2011 Pensioners who have applied for a Pension rebate are requested to check their Rates Notice.

If you have received a pension rebate, it will appear in the Particulars of Rates and Charges Box to the right of the total Column.

The Pension Rebate has been included in the total column.

The total column is the amount to pay.

If you hold a Pension Card and have not applied for a Pension Rebate on your Rates, you may be eligible, so please contact Council.

Outstanding Rates and Charges – Financial Difficulty

If you are experiencing financial difficulty, please contact Council to set up a formal payment arrangement, as weekly, fortnightly or monthly pay arrangements can be made.

This article can be found on the web at:

http://bellingen.local-e.nsw.gov.au/news/pages/10229.html

http://www.mybusiness.com.au/newsletter/index.php?issue=870&key=499&admin

UMCC Members and Friends

The next monthly committee meeting of the Urunga Mylestom Chamber of Commerce, Inc. will be held on Wednesday 28th July, at the C.eX Urunga (Urunga Golf and Sports Club), commencing at 7.00pm (gathering from 6.30pm). All welcome – see below.

Minutes from the previous meeting (30/06/10) are attached. 2010-06-30 UMCC Minutes

A draft Agenda for 28th July is also attached. 2010-07-28 Draft UMCC Agenda The Agenda calls up sub-Committee reports, General Business (ongoing issues) and Other Business (new issues) known at this time.

New Chamber business for the meeting should be presented on the attached Business Proposal Form – either via a current committee member or forwarded by return email. UMCC Business Proposal Form

Financial members of the Chamber are invited to attend whether or not they are committee members, and whether or not they wish to be part of a sub-Committee. Non-financial friends of the Chamber are also invited to attend, as observers. [Some addressees may currently be non-financial.]

Also attached is the Membership Application/Renewal Form for 2010-11; members and prospective members are encouraged to “get in early”!! UMCC_Membership_Application_or_Renewal_2010-11

Regards

Pete Bennetts

Minute Secretary

Urunga Mylestom Chamber of Commerce

Partners in Progress

02-6655.5001

Ladies and gentlemen,

Greg Grainger’s Travel Oz Coffs Coast episode airs tonight at 6pm on ABC1 (I’m pretty sure ABC TV have their schedule right this time!).

Remember Sally Grainger riding Waterfall Way Way with Motorcycle Holidays Australia? Paddling Valley of the Mist? Lazing about at Lombok?

Tune in tonight to see that and much more.

Coffs Coast Marketing is once again proud to have helped co-ordinate this wonderful showcase of Coffs Coast.

Kind Regards,

Brian Stokes

Marketing & Web

Coffs Coast Marketing (Coffs Harbour City Council)

P: (02) 6648 4088

M: 0447 106563

E: brian.stokes@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Dear friends, colleagues and community members of the Mid North Coast

I invite you to take advantage of the collaborative potential of the Mid North Coast Regional Plan.

From the Manning to Coffs Harbour, distinctive valleys are developing, industries are diversifying, and more people are choosing to live and work here.

As each community’s ambitions grow, those ambitions can be connected by joint efforts that put our region on the map and allow us to present ourselves to public and private investors with a united voice.

This plan sets out how that collaborative work can unfold.

Over the next decade, if we work together, we can develop

· the infrastructure we need to strengthen our potential as an innovative region

· the skills we need to ensure people can achieve the opportunities they seek, &

· the community strength that makes our region an inclusive place for all.

I encourage you to connect with this plan, and with RDA, wherever you are in the MNC. The priorities will evolve as our region does – and we hope that will be with your input and engagement so that the work of RDA supports your community’s ambitions.

Comments are welcomed online until the 3rd August. Everyone registering for comment will be invited to a Feedback Session – Friday 13 August in Port Macquarie (Click here to register)

Elizabeth McGregor

Acting Chair (RDA Mid North Coast)

Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast (RDA MNC) is an Australian and NSW Government initiative that brings together all levels of government to enhance the growth and development of regional Australia. The RDA MNC has broad brief and incorporates Social Cultural, Environmental, Economic and Governance issues in its portfolio. The government has asked the RDA MNC to prepare a Regional Plan and we seek your comment to assist and inform the Board of priorities you as the community and stakeholders of our region would like us to communicate to government.

To view and/or comment visit the RDA Mid North Coast website and register:

www.rdamidnorthcoast.org.au

Peter Tregilgas

Executive Officer

Regional Development Australia – Mid North Coast (RDA-MNC)

Suite 1 Oxley House 133-137 Gordon Street (PO Box 2537)

Port Macquarie NSW 2444

W: 02 6583 5647

M: 0400 191054

E: petert@rdamidnorthcoast.org.au

W: www.rdamidnorthcoast.org.au

Facilitated by the Bellingen Chamber of Commerce, president Guy Saddleton said “This is a great opportunity for local business owners to speak one on one with our local member of parliament about issues of concern. With the election now announced for 21st August we would expect politicians to be active in seeking to become aware of areas of concern for voters and to give undertakings to address those concerns if re-elected. Whilst Mr Stoner is in state parliament rather than federal parliament he can certainly convey concerns to his federal colleagues on behalf of his constituents.”

Mr Stoner will be in attendance at the Waterfall Way Centre from approximately 1.30pm to 3.00pm and all local business people are welcome and encouraged to attend. Stuart Allardice, Bellingen Shire Council Economic Development and Tourism Manager is expected to attend and it is expected that representatives from all three local chambers will be in attendance so if you can’t attend in person and you have an issue you would like raised contact Stuart or your local chamber and they will speak on your behalf.

Dorrigo Chamber of Commerce Inc Annual General Meeting

Wednesday 28th July 2010

“Touch of Country” 8 am

Enquiries to chamber@dorrigo.com

RSVP 66571400

A General Meeting will follow the AGM

RTA will be attending to update roadwork’s on the Waterfall Way

Dave Hitchcock

President Dorrigo Chamber of Commerce

0427109030

Small Business September (SBS) is the longest running, most comprehensive, month long event program hosted by Industry & Investment NSW and is designed specifically for small businesses and their business and educational needs.

Now in its 11th year, this annual celebration highlights the important role of small business to the social and economic fabric of the State. The event program will allow businesses to discover new technologies, trends and tools to help grow profitability, the events also allow for small business owners to come together and make connections. The Small Business September 2010 program promises to help small businesses across NSW “Connect for profit”.

The support and involvement of our event partners has been integral in ensuring SBS has been a continual success. This year will be no different and we invite you to register to become an event partner. www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au is now live and ready for you to upload your events.

For more information on how to become a partner please read the attached invitation.

We look forward to your involvement in SBS2010.

Regards

The Small Business September 2010 Team

SBS 2010 Event Partner information

Monday, July 12, 2010    Port Macquarie, NSW

The winner of the 2010 Mid North Coast Signature Dish Competition will win the opportunity to work alongside some of Sydney’s best chefs plus a swag of promotional material to put their restaurant on the map.

Entries for this leading Mid North Coast culinary competition close in just over three weeks and the Mid North Coast Tourism Organisation wants to ensure it attracts the best chefs from its established restaurants and cafes.

MNCRTO Signature Dish Competition guest judge, Chef Serge Dansereau, owner and head chef at Sydney’s celebrated The Bathers’ Pavilion has organised a new Sydney section of the prize which comprises the following:

· A day working in the three kitchens of The Bathers’ Pavilion;

· Another working with Neil Perry at Rockpool Bar and Grill:

· Another with Peter Gilmour at Quay;

· Time in the fabulous store of Simon Johnson Purveyor of Quality Foods including his cheese room, and

· A visit to the Sydney Markets with Pass, The Bathers’ buyer.

· This prize also includes airfares and accommodation courtesy of Mid North Coast Tourism.

Additionally the winner receives a Winner’s Plate to display in their restaurant, interviews and a three month advertising package in Port Macquarie and Manning Valley editions of Focus magazine; plus a marketing package from IT specialists, Joyer Consulting.

The winning chef and dish will also be highlighted in all Mid North Coast Tourism food and wine promotions throughout the 2010-2011 year.

“This competition is all about promoting the best fresh produce, product and culinary talents within our region,” said MNCRTO Executive Officer, Ms Belinda Novicky.

“Dining out is by far the most popular activity among all visitors to our region and we want to draw more visitors with increased knowledge and reputation for our catering and hospitality industries,” she said.

Twelve finalists from Coffs Harbour in the south to Port Stephens in the south will be selected to participate in the Thursday, September 9 for the Mid North Coast Signature Dish Final Cook-Off to be held on Thursday, September 9 at the North Coast Institute of TAFE, Port Macquarie Campus.

The competition is judged by a professional team of three led by Mid North Coast Institute of TAFE, Port Macquarie Campus’ teachers Matthew Armstrong, and David Baker with Chef Serge Dansereau.

Entries for the competition are now open and close on August 6 . Entry forms are available by visiting the MNCRTO website Promotions pages on www.midnorthcoasttourism.com.au or contacting MNCRTO Marketing on (02) 65859324.

For further information contact: Mid North Coast Regional Tourism Organisation Executive Officer, Ms Belinda Novicky Phone: (02) 65694058 or 0400033663.

Issued by Good Company Group for Mid North Coast Tourism Contact: Sonia Fingleton Phone: (02) 65859324 or 0414376868.

Sonia Fingleton

Good Company Group Pty Ltd

Business Development, Public Relations and Event Management

P.O. Box 2572 Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Phone: (02) 6585 9324 Mobile: 0414 376 868

Hi all,

For those who haven’t replied to this invitation please consider coming along as Mike is an awesome speaker.

You are invited to attend the next Urunga Mylestom Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, details below

DATE: Wednesday July 14th

TIME: 7.00am for 7.30am Start

VENUE: Ocean View Hotel, Morgo Street, Urunga

COST: Members $20 Non Members $25

RSVP to Greg McPhee on phone: 6655 6340 or email: Urunga.hardware@urunga.com.au by Monday12 July

Guest Speaker: Michael Crossland

Michael is an extraordinary young man who has defied the odds of a life threatening cancer to build a life of exceptional achievements.

An accomplished businessman and an elite sportsman, his life is remarkable. His story, Field of Dreams inspires and his messages are pertinent to us all in the workplace, in the community and at home.

A natural communicator and gifted speaker, Michael moves, motivates and entertains his audiences. His love of life and approach to living it to the fullest with an attitude of humility and determination is infectious.

His Messages:

§ Tragedy into triumph

§ Maintain focus and retain self-determination

§ Developing your own support unit

§ Mentoring

Achieving your goals

A motivating and inspiring speaker who engages people to help them realise just how much more they can achieve regardless of the obstacles.

Relates to management and staff with thought provoking insights into leadership, teamwork, goal setting and “rolling up the sleeves” to do the “hard yards” to get the job done and to achieve.

Our thanks to Breakfast Sponsor, Radio 639 AM

Regards,

Greg McPhee

PR Officer  UMCC

Ph: 6655 6340   Mob: 0408 556 341