Happy EOFY to members!

 

Happy EOFY to members!

Members who attended the EOFY evening at AMP recently, learned how to access a great AMP Superannuation portal by being in the chamber. AMP announced that the chamber was a recognised body whose members qualify for AMP Superannuation services and benefits normally reserved for their larger customers. If you are a small business and a current member of the Chamber of Commerce, contact Angela Muzzin of Us1, Docklands agent for AMP on 9854 6156.

At the same event, VECCI announced special membership rates for DCC members. Being a member of VECCI grants access to many business tools including a wide range of business advice and training opportunities. Tolhurst Druce and Emmerson, a city legal firm and member of the chamber, also conducted a legal health check for small businesses. The evening was well attended and the information was well received.  The chamber would like to thank AMP for providing the meeting venue and for making our members welcome.  Special thanks, as well, to TDE for sponsoring the catering!

The chamber’s executive committee is very excited to announce the next opportunity for members to meet when 3AW opens its doors to chamber members for an exclusive media evening. The date set is Tuesday, July 16, subject to confirmation. This is going to be a very popular event so bookings will be essential – email [email protected] to register and check the website for details.

The onset of winter heralds the regular fireworks spectacle that Docklands is now renowned for over July.   The winter fireworks program is the main element of the City of Melbourne’s winter activation in Docklands.  We are very excited that the city is set to extend this program in to August and, to mark this, the chamber is planning to host a fireworks cruise.  Tentatively, this is scheduled for August 2 – being the first Friday in August.  On behalf of the chamber, I would like to thank the City of Melbourne for extending the program and recognising what a draw card it is for visitors and locals alike over the winter in Docklands!  As always, check the website for more news.

A big congratulations to Destination Docklands on the success of its funding application to the City of Melbourne and also to the city for recognising the value of and need for a dedicated destination marketing team to increase visitor interest in beautiful Docklands. The chamber is looking forward to working in complementary and co-operative ways with DDL to achieve best outcomes for our precinct.

From happy news to slightly sad news. Some of you may know already that Chris Buckingham, CEO of Destination Melbourne, has recently departed that organisation and is looking forward to a new phase in his life.  Chris has been the standard bearer for destination marketing for Melbourne and a great supporter of Docklands over the years and he will be missed. We wish you all the best for your future, Chris!

Did you know that Harbour Town has a number of great offers available at the moment, including “win free Docklands parking for a year” and “a dream weekend away”. To go in the draw for the weekend away, you need to spend $200 at Harbour Town Shopping Centre and present your dockets when you apply.  Check out details on http://www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au. Guess where I am buying my next suit and pair of shoes? You got it!

And, last, but not least, long-time member Costco Wholesale is once again running its annual Business Fair on Saturday, July 6.  Not only does this event give local businesses a great promotional opportunity, but it also raises funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital. The word is that there might still be tables available (for a donation of $250) so be quick to contact Erin Vardon at Costco on 8602 0300.  It could be a win-win opportunity for YOUR business!

Enjoy winter in Docklands and see you next month …

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