Our new Business Centre at
124 Florence Street, Wynnum

BUY LOCAL

It’s easy to be swayed by the promise of cheaper prices, particularly with online offers that undercut everyone else. But for business operators looking for true value for money, opting for these ‘faceless cheapies’ can be, and usually is a very false economy.

Let me explain. When you do business with the ‘online cheapie’ (located anywhere in the Universe) all you are doing is exchanging your money for a product. Sure, you get the product that serves your purpose but you don’t get any added value or after-sales service. You become just another invoice. There is no business relationship. On the other hand, if you were to do business locally you would have the opportunity to build a business relationship that could return hundreds, if not thousands of dollars more than the saving you would have made by dealing with the 'online cheapie'.

In business today, more than ever before, we need to be continually building these relationships with other local businesses if we want to succeed and grow.
The Wynnum & Districts Chamber of Commerce is strongly committed to doing business in its own community, and urges all businesses to do the same.

So next time you receive a tantalising online offer, resist the temptation of the ‘cheapie’, and go instead for building the local economy … and your business prospects!
Pete Baines

NEWSFLASH

Our schedule of Series One, Q & A WEBINARS has just been released, starting on June 17th. Phone (07) 3893 2628 NOW or email chamber@wynnumchamber.org to get your copy. Advance bookings for these 45 minute webinars is essentail so act now.


Every day we give more and more reasons for business people to become members of our action-oriented Chamber of Commerce.

"If you've made up your mind you can do something, you're absolutely right"

Networking groups for all in 2009

Our early-morning networking meeting TUESDAYITIS
continues to attract an energetic group of likeminded business operators to it''s regular 7.30am gathering at Michel's Patisserie in Wynnum Plaza. They are now seeking the involvement of other business operators to share in their success. No cost and No need to book. See you there!

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Chamber Events - a summary

 

1 - Chamber Committee Meeting
10th June at 6.00pm

If you want to participate in our General Committee meetings here is your chance. Have you some ideas, suggestions or an area of expertise we would find useful? Or if you just want to see what goes on behind the scenes, you are welcome to attend this meeting.

Just let us know in advance that you are coming and we'll make sure we have a chair for you at the discussion table.

Event Details

2 - Business Breakfast
24th June at 7.00am

"Weapons of mass .... success"

David McMahon is a dynamic IT guru turned marketing guru. He has an enviable track record of success and he wants to share a few of his secrets with us.
Within the first 5 minutes of his presentation you will discover why David is in such demand with companies large and small.

But don't take my word for it ....come along and learn about recession-busting marketing startegies that don't break the bank.
BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

Event Details

3 - Mix N Mingle
26th June from 5.45pm to 7.30pm

"Shangri La Special"

This month's Mix N Mingel has a special 20 minute entertainment spot that's bound to bring a smile to your dial. And like all Mingles, this one will also provide lots of networking opportunities while partaking of delightful drinks and nibbles generously donated by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Shangri La Gardens.

This event is free to members AND non-members, so bring along your business cards and enjoy yourself

Event Details

 

Chamber Committee for 2008/2009:

President Phil Saunders - ASAP Stationery
Vice-President Denis McKay - Inkjet & Laser Solutions
Treasurer Rob Bigalla - ITB Consultants
Secretary - Position Vacant

The officers are supported by fellow committee members:

Rosie Field - Port of Brisbane Corporation
Toni Dugdale - Caltex Australia
Geoff Crow - Wynnum Manly Leagues Club
Ian Hill - Bayside South Development Forum
Michael Belfield- Wynnum Plaza Shopping Centre
Kieran Jeffries - KJ & Partners
Wray Horton - Janwray Financial Services
Danielle Boyle - Wynnum Plaza
Ross Graham

Operational team comprises:
Manager - Pete Baines
PA - Sermone Chaplin
Business Ambassadors:
Tony Carter
Diane Carter
Ross Graham

Strategic Plan 2006-2009 and beyond

The Wynnum & Districts Chamber of Commerce has a rich history and has been through a number of transitions since being formed in 1952. The Chamber now covers the Gateway/Port region, the Wynnum/Manly community and everything in between (this includes the suburbs of Wynnum, Wynnum West, Hemmant, Lytton, Fisherman Islands, Tingalpa, Wakerley and Murarrie).

The Chamber exists to serve its members and to help promote an environment that is conducive for local businesses to prosper. The Strategic Plan will continue with some of our prior objectives as well as incorporate fresh ideas and provide a real focus for the executive committee. It is important that the Chamber clearly articulates to members its purpose, value and direction which will assist in harnessing the collective talent of members to enhance the value of the local business community.

The seven principal objectives for the Chamber set out in the Plan are:

  1. To aid the development of Wynnum Central CBD and other business clusters with strong links Between all businesses within the district
  2. To improve the business profile of members and enhance reputations to promote growth and prosperity
  3. To collectively represent the interests of members to all parties concerned at all times and keep them updated with news relevant to the local business community
  4. To achieve the chambers financial sustainability through strong membership and sponsorship programs
  5. To contribute to the community at large through involvement in matters that impact on social and economic wellbeing
  6. To conduct a professional events schedule that provides networking and skills development opportunities for local businness operators and staff
  7. To provide a voice between governments and business and to lobby on behalf of business to achieve appropriate outcomes for the community

The Graffiti Removal Project...

...is at your disposal thanks to the support of the project corporate sponsors - Port of Brisbane Corporation, Brisbane City Council, the NRMA and 4BC. While this programme has been supported by sponsorship we appreciate a donation to help cover the basic costs of removing the graffiti and to help us to continue to provide the service. If you have a graffiti problem please contact the Graffiti Project Hotline - 3396 7462 (please note - the number listed in the newsletter was incorrect).

5th December 2006

New Members

We would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new Chamber members:

Wynnum Chamber Strategic Plan 2006-2009

Wynnum Chamber has released its Strategic Plan, which is available for download (in PDF format) below.

Strategic Plan - Executive Summary

Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan - Committee Structure