Tag: business
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Taree Universities Campus survey to snapshot current and future business needs
Set against the backdrop of today’s job summit – a Mid North Coast University is working to identify labour shortages in the region. The study will develop a database of current and future business needs, and is seeking help from locals.
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SIMPLY CLEAN AWARDED NORTHERN RIVERS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The pandemic has thrown many businesses a curve ball, but for one Lismore company, it’s seen demand skyrocket. It comes as Simply Clean has claimed the Northern Rivers Business of the Year award, among other gongs.
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BYRON BAY BUSINESSES ON EDGE WITH UNCERTAINTY
The Byron community waits to hear if it will be plunged back into lockdown, just hours after tasting freedom. One new case was recorded in the shire last night, on the eve of its seven day lockdown being lifted.
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WATERFRONT SAY ‘WE’LL BE BACK’ AFTER BATTLING FLOOD
Flood recovery efforts continue in Taree as businesses persevere with picking up the pieces. Owners say they are determined come back, better than ever.
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DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY HOPED TO CHALLENGE COMMUTER CULTURE
Our reliance on digital communication during the pandemic has presented the chance to shake up the Central Coast’s commuter culture. With more homes set to be directly connected to NBN fibre, it’s hoped other initiatives can help boost internet speeds for businesses as well.
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RECESSION | COAST BUSINESSES WON’T BOUNCE BACK FOR FOUR YEARS
It could take four years for the Central Coast to bounce back from the recession. Business New South Wales says all levels of government must speed up infrastructure projects to create jobs for young people. Around 11,000 businesses remain reliant on the JobKeeper payment locally – and there are fears two-fifths won’t survive once the…
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FEARS QUEENSLAND CORONAVIRUS HOTSPOT STATUS MAY HURT COAST BUSINESSES
Business leaders on the Central Coast remain concerned, about the Queensland governments decision to include the region as a coronavirus hotspot in ‘Greater Sydney’. Residents will not be able to venture north of the border from Saturday, while Queenslanders are being encouraged to avoid the Central Coast. The move has prompted concerns for tourism, and…
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FEARS FOR CENTRAL COAST APPRENTICESHIPS AMID PANDEMIC
Nearly 3,000 would-be apprentices on the Central Coast could miss out on training, as the pandemic continues to hit businesses. Owners warned – they need to have a plan, in case of a second COVID wave in New South Wales.
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CENTRAL COAST PUBS AND CAFES PREPARE FOR LIMITED DINERS
Central Coast pubs and clubs have welcomed news, they’ll be able to serve diners Friday. But for large venues, the 10 person cap doesn’t go far enough.
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MIXED WEEKEND FOR CENTRAL COAST BUSINESSES
It’s proving to be a mixed weekend for Central Coast businesses, still coming to terms with fluctuating coronavirus restrictions. While real estate agents opened doors to keen buyers and renters, other sectors await news of when they’ll be able to ramp up trade.