Hi Thank you to everyone who attended our very successful AGM this week. A warm welcome to our newly elected board members: Michael Markham, Dene Cable and Tony McKone (re-elected). Congratulations also to re-elected President, Mark Skelly and Vice President, Dave Morgan. We'll have photos and more information for you next week. In the meantime, there are a good number of events coming up. Take your pick from the Post-Budget Briefing with Minister of Finance Hon Grant Robertson, BA5 information event on the Government's 'immigration reset', a Digital Boost Workshop for SMEs and a Leaders Lunch on climate change. More on these below.
COVID-19 & Business Updates
Post Budget Briefing with Hon Grant Robertson:
Breakfast at 7am, 14 June 2021
Table bookings are proving popular. Corporate tables of 7 are available to our members only. Take advantage of this superb opportunity to host clients and staff face to face. At the Budget Briefing, the Minister of Finance will give an outline of the Government's 2021 Budget - a COVID-19 recovery and wellbeing budget, followed by Q&A. Thank you to Platinum Partner, Gibson Sheat Lawyers for partnering with us to deliver this event, as part of the Political Series Programme. You can book tickets or tables
here. Special pricing for Chamber members.
Information Event for Migrant Employers
23 June, 5:30pm at the ChamberThe Chamber will be hosting June Ranson, CEO of Woburn International at a Business After 5 event explaining important changes to immigration policy, as a result of the Government's 'immigration reset'. A chance to get clarification and ask questions from June, NZ Association for Migration & Investment Chair. June works very closely with government on immigration policy on behalf of business interests. Preregister for this event now by emailing info@hvchamber.org.nz.
Climate Change for Leaders Lunch
By InvitationAs Lower Hutt heads towards a Carbon Free Hutt, it's important for us to start talking about the challenges business is facing around meeting climate change obligations. Next week's informal lunch is an opportunity to uncover unexplored business opportunities by sharing information and discovering useful connections and solutions. We are looking to host additional events so if this is an area you are interested in, please contact Annette: annette@hvchamber.org.nz.
Upcoming Training WorkshopsGive Your Business A Digital Boost:
8 June 2021 - Upper Hutt & Lower Hutt SessionsNo charge to attend but bookings are essential.
If you have ever thought about taking any component of your business online, this is a great opportunity. These learning sessions have been developed to help local businesses get more savvy online. There will be two sessions held on 8 June - one in Upper Hutt and one in Lower Hutt. These are free to attend but bookings are essential. Perfect for small and medium sized companies. Book now.
Advocating for Business across the Valley
The Hutt Valley Chamber has been deeply disappointed to hear recent media reports that the Government is reviewing the scope and schedule of its transport programme. This has the real potential to cancel the proposed new Melling Interchange development which will negatively affect business across the Hutt Valley. We have written to the Minister of Transport about the importance of Melling and you can read our letter here.
Current VacanciesWe are looking for our next Hutt Valley Chamber CEO
Senior Web DesignerChamber Member, Media Giant is looking for a web designer/front-end web developer (WordPress). Find out more here.
Student VacancyChamber Member, Mexted Sports Turf is looking for an Amenity Mowing Operator. Do you have a Class 1 Restricted Licence? Read on...
Special Offer from Gold Partner Upper Hutt Cossie Club
Gold Partner, Upper Hutt Cossie Club has a special deal on right now. Book the Balcony Bar for your next function before 31 August 2021 and receive FREE room hire! The Balcony Bar seats 100 and offers a private balcony with stunning views. To make an enquiry, have a chat to Helen Lewis on 04 529 0014.
Lots of events coming up with something for everyone, from the smallest businesses through to the largest, for all sectors. We look forward to seeing many of you at these events over the next couple of weeks. - Helen and the Chamber Team
Thank you to all our Partners As always, special thanks to all our Members and Partners for your ongoing support.
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