No images? Click here Kia Ora , Nau mai ki Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Welcome to Māori Language Week! As we take a moment to acknowledge this important week, let's also recognise how language and culture add a layer of richness to our vibrant Hutt Valley business community. The Hutt Valley Chamber is pleased to extend an invitation to our upcoming Business Skills Lunch Series Event, the first in the series, which will be covering Māori Economic Development. View our featured event section to find out more information! For an added layer of excitement, we have a special giveaway coming for one lucky entrant who fully completes and submits their application. Keep a close watch on our social channels for details - you won't want to miss out! What a way it would be to round off 2023, not just with industry recognition but possibly with an unexpected bonus. So why not make 2023 a year to remember by earning the recognition your team deserves? A Huge Thank you to all our Partners for your continued support. In this edition of the Hutt Valley Business Weekly:
Melling Train Line UpdateIf you are a Melling line passenger there will be changes to your commute from July 2024. State Highway 2 at the Melling intersection will see major infrastructure changes as part of Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (Te Awa Kairangi - Delivering RiverLink), previously known as RiverLink. This will include crucial flood protection work, the Melling transport improvements, and Hutt City Centre urban revitalisation. As a result of this work, there is a proposal that the Melling line will be closed for up to 18 months from July 2024. Metlink Group Manager Samantha Gain says a suite of options is being considered to maintain the passengers’ access to public transport during construction and encourage active travel modes. “The options include new and targeted bus services, free or discounted fares, and additional park and ride facilities at nearby stations,” Ms Gain says. “The options will be chosen over the next 12 months and promoted by a robust communications campaign to optimise patronage. Metlink will monitor uptake during construction and remain agile if changes are needed.” We will keep you informed with important information and dates, alongside an update on a suite of alternative public transport options for you. Update for Demolition on Daly StreetThe Hutt City Council is making strides in the Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) project, aimed at revitalising Lower Hutt with better flood protection and transport links. Buildings at 6, 7, and 10 Daly Street have been acquired for demolition, scheduled from September 12 to late November 2023, to make way for the project's next phases. During demolition, residents can expect some noise and vibrations, restricted to weekdays between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm. Temporary traffic management and footpath closures on Daly Street will also be in place. For concerns or more information, contact Libby Nanai at McMahon Services NZ.
National NewsPrime Minister and Leader of the Opposition Speak to the New Zealand Chambers of Commerce ConferenceBoth Prime Minister Chris Hipkins and Leader of the Opposition, Christopher Luxon, spoke to the New Zealand Chambers of Commerce conference in Hamilton last week. Some of their key points included: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins
Leader of the Opposition, Christopher Luxon
Tips to help business save money on their fuel bill.Looking to save on petrol costs? Terry Collins, AA’s principal policy adviser for motoring affairs, has some advice that could help New Zealand motorists save a fortune. Collins, who considers finding cheap petrol a "sport," shares valuable insights on how to cut down your fuel bills.
Armed with these tips, saving on petrol could become your new favourite "sport" too!
Featured Events
Women in Business | Empowering Mental Health: For you and your team When: Thursday 21 September Māori Economic Development | Business Skills Lunch Series | Kāpuhipuhi Wellington Uni-Professional When: Wednesday 4 October BNZ Technology & Innovation Series | The Triple Frontier: Tech, Turf, and Cyber Threats When: Thursday 12 October SERIES | Planning for your business future | Wellington Centre of Business Excellence Note: This is for the second session of 4. Date: Tuesday 17 October Finalist Function | 2degrees Wellington Regional Business Excellence Awards 2023 When: Thursday 19 October Gala Dinner | 2degrees Wellington Regional Business Excellence Awards 2023 When: Friday 17 November
Additional Events
NZHL First Home Buyers Seminar When: Wednesday 20 September Dale Carnegie | Building Business Leadership – Online Learning These 6 powerful interactive 90-minute workshops will help you check and confirm your business direction is set and locked on realistic goals, and give you tools and techniques to lead and bring the team with you as you develop your business. Sign up today!
Education to Employment
Unlocking Potential: Wiremu Williams' Unique Journey from Taita College to PertronicIn the bustling Hutt Valley, where businesses and schools often operate in their own worlds, a Year 13 student named Wiremu Williams found a way to blend the best of both. Wiremu previously split his week between school at Taita College and work at Pertronic, a local industry leader. Initially, waking up for a 6:30 am shift wasn't easy, but Wiremu quickly adjusted and has been thriving ever since. This smooth transition owes much to Amanda Walters, the Hutt Valley Chamber Education to Employment Coordinator. She facilitated the connections and ironed out the logistics, ensuring that both school and work were on the same page. "You did good, Amanda!" says Wiremu, encapsulating the sentiment perfectly. Pertronic also reaped the rewards. Stephen Mills, the Production Manager, praises Wiremu's newfound confidence and the value he adds to the team. The company is so impressed that they have offered Wiremu a full-time job and are open to offering this unique work-study model to other students and encouraging other businesses to do the same. A huge thank you to Pertronic and other companies implementing these work-study models, specifically Stephan Mills, for all of your support with this experience. In a nutshell, Wiremu's journey serves as an inspiring model for how collaboration between educational institutions and businesses can offer a pathway to mutual success. Both Wiremu and Pertronic are living proof that a little innovation can go a long way.
Member News
Sprig + Fern Petone | 10th Birthday CelebrationSprig & Fern Petone is celebrating their 10th year trading later this month with their annual Birthday event. Ian and the team invite you to join them for live music and complimentary nibbles as the Sprig enters double digits. Sprig + Fern Petone is set in the historic Raynor & Woodward hardware store building, which dates back well over a century. Now it is a warm, comfortable and homely bar, perfect for a proper pint amongst some proper conversation. Petone has a massive twenty taps, allowing for the full range of Sprig + Fern craft beer and cider, with three spare taps to showcase an ever-changing range of limited and seasonal releases. Alongside beer, wine and spirits sits a food menu of sharing plates and pizza, and you’re never short of entertainment with a Quiz Night every Tuesday at 7pm, a DJ playing vinyl on Friday night, live music on Saturday night and a Sunday afternoon Vinyl Club. Earthfest 2023Geoscience Society NZ are organising an Earth science festival for the public, to be held at the Walter Nash Centre in Lower Hutt, on Saturday 11 November, from 9am - 3pm. The festival’s intent is to be an interactive showcase of a wide range of Earth science concepts and disciplines, to inspire interest and excitement about Earth processes, and enable people to build connections between Earth science and their everyday lives. In particular, the hope is to inspire excitement among tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau, as a way to promote STEM subjects and inspire future careers. The festival is a great opportunity for you to engage with the public about your work and promote careers in this space. Participating in the festival is free as costs are being covered by sponsorship, and could take the form of an all-day exhibit and/or a scheduled demonstration sometime during the day. Anything that has that “wow” factor or is something that the public can interact with would be ideal! Please feel free to get in touch with Jenny at GSNZ via email geoid@gsnz.org.nz if you would like further information. Howie | Logo Giveaway CompetitonWin a Free Logo Animation Worth $860! To enter, Like their logo animation post, Share it, and Follow them on social media! And remember, by entering on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn you receive multiple entries! Wellington Free Ambulance | Golf DayThe Wellington Free Ambulance is hosting their Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the Royal Wellington Golf Club. It promises to be a day filled with friendly competition and fun, all for an excellent cause - keeping ambulance services free in Wellington. Exclusive hole sponsorship packages are available for $2,500, offering a range of benefits including naming rights, entry for a team of four, and more. To register your interest or to find out more about sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Dom below. Don't miss your chance to participate in this worthwhile event! A Better Future: Maycroft Construction and Brendan Foot Supersite Team Up for Eco-Friendly ChangeMaycroft Construction is updating its fleet with hybrid vehicles, to continue to be more fuel-efficient and eco-conscious. They've partnered with local car dealer Brendan Foot Supersite to make this transition smoothly. With a busy schedule and over 150 staff across the lower North Island, Maycroft knows that being fuel efficient isn't just good for business - it's good for the environment, too. Both companies have a strong presence in the community and see this as a way to lead by example. The goal is to find a balance between reducing operational costs and making a positive environmental impact. While Maycroft plans their strategy for moving to a more eco-friendly fleet, Brendan Foot Supersite supports them by recommending the right vehicles and offering continued service. It's a partnership that finds a balance between reducing operational costs and making a positive environmental impact. This collaboration is a great example for other businesses in the Hutt Valley area. If you're thinking about how you can lower your fuel expenses and carbon footprint, we recommend you get in touch with Gary at Brendan Foot Supersite. It's this kind of forward-thinking that the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to support. The Business Plan Sprint | Online Business BootcampFancy the idea of creating a comprehensive Business Plan in 2 days? The cost is $765 per person (Including GST). Chamber Members receive a 20% discount code to use at checkout: CCREFERRED
Member Offers
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EMPLOYMENT
Are You Hiring?If you have a job suitable for a student, get in touch with our Education to Employment Coordinator Amanda Walters at amanda@hvchamber.org.nz or call 04 9399821. Thank you to all our Partners As always, special thanks to all our Members and Partners for your ongoing support. |