Economic Development & Tourism News - June 2023

Our June newsletter is your go-to resource for the latest updates on business training and networking events, grant funding and support, and local news and opportunities.

Business events, networking & training 

• Empower Your Way to Success: Tuesday 20 June
• Communicating with Confidence: Tuesday 20 June
• Coffs Coast Champions Breakfast: Wednesday 21 June
• Linkedin Local: Thursday 22 June
• Power up your business with Chat GPT: Tuesday 18 July

Grant funding & support

• Carbon Farming Outreach Program: applications close Monday 24 July
• TAFE NSW fee-free courses: starting Monday 17 July
• City of Coffs Harbour event funding opportunities: closing this week!
• Australian Government: end of financial year checklist 

Local news & opportunities

• Coffs Coast Multi-Pass launch: Friday 23 June
• Coffs Harbour Quarterly Insights
• Upcoming events... plus use our major event calendar to plan ahead

BUSINESS EVENTS

Empower Your Way to Success 

Damien Attwood from EMPOWER Agency presents a fun, practical, and interactive workshop that focuses on your business. Unpack what could be holding you back and set new goals for the next financial year.

Tuesday 20 June, 12.00pm - 1.30pm
Sawtell Success Hub, 16/69 First Ave, Sawtell
Lunch & A1 Networking included!

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN COFFS COAST

Coffs Coast Champions Breakfast

Coffs Coast tourism businesses will speak about their new products, offerings and updates in a relaxed and casual setting. This valuable information is perfect for sharing with your customers (locals and visitors) and staff. Plus, you'll be able to showcase any exciting news from your business! It's a perfect occasion to connect, collaborate, and stay in the loop.

Wednesday 21 June, 7.00am - 9.00am
King Tide Brewing, 1 Studio Lane, Coffs Harbour

Linkedin Local

Join us for the next #linkedinlocal event. A panel discussion around mentoring in business - how to find a mentor, get the most out of mentoring and implement mentoring programs.

Thursday 22 June, 5.30pm-7.30pm
King Tide Brewing, 1 Studio Lane, Coffs Harbour

Using ChatGPT in your business

Join in this interactive hands-on workshop where you will learn a number of powerful steps in leveraging ChatGPT to transform your business operations.

Our expert presenters will show you techniques to leveraging the power of AI to create compelling content, improve customer engagement, and drive new business.

Tuesday 18 July, 9.00am - 12.00pm
Hub 2, C.ex Coffs International Stadium, Coffs Harbour
Limited spots available - book now!

GRANT FUNDING & SUPPORT

COFFS HARBOUR GRANT FINDER

The City of Coffs Harbour provides a free service for locals to find grants and grant writing tips. Register to be notified of specific grants for your business or organisation.

CITY OF COFFS HARBOUR – EVENT FUNDING

Events play a significant role in attracting large volumes of new and repeat visitors to Coffs Harbour, as well as providing a vibrant backdrop of activity, entertainment, education and wellbeing for the residents of the broader Coffs Coast.

We are currently accepting submissions for events to be held between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024. Applications will close 5pm Friday 23 June, 2023.

• Before applying for funding, you should familiarise yourself with the criteria on the links below.
• If you’ve got everything you need you can submit your application online.
• You will be directed to create an account so you can save your application and return to it as required.

We look forward to receiving your submission!

END OF FINANCIAL YEAR CHECKLIST

The EOFY is an important time for your business. You'll need to complete bookkeeping, tax returns and plan for the new financial year. Use this checklist to prepare, get your business organised, and work smarter in the year ahead.

1. Check what tasks you need to complete
2. Find out which tax deductions and concessions you can claim
3. Make sure your tax agent is registered
4. Keep up-to-date with tax changes
5. Review your finances
6. Be wary of tax refund scams
7. Review your business and marketing plans
8. Review your business structure
9. Check your insurances

The Australian Government's business support website has a wealth of FREE information available

LOCAL NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES

COFFS COAST MULTI-PASS LAUNCH

The Coffs Coast Multi Pass brings together four of the Coffs Coast’s top tourist attractions on one ticket, offering significant savings and convenience for visitors. 

This new partnership between The Big Banana Fun Park, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park, Coffs Harbour Butterfly House and the National Cartoon Gallery is exciting news for tourism and the wider business community on the Coffs Coast.
 
Benefits of the Coffs Coast Multi Pass are set to flow across the whole visitor economy. From visitors spending more time and money in the region, to accommodation providers developing packages that include the pass, the partners are keen to share the details and opportunities with you at the launch event and invite you to attend. 

Friday 23 June. National Cartoon Gallery. From 5pm

Before or after the official proceedings, guests will be able to interact with some of the fantastic new family-friendly initiatives at the National Cartoon Gallery, including the ‘Green Screen Experience’ and ‘Cartoon Chef’ kiosks. 

 COFFS HARBOUR QUARTERLY INSIGHTS

The Coffs Harbour's Quarterly Economic Insights Report provides an overview of a number of datasets that give an indication of economic activity in the LGA, including:

• Employment rates and job seeking trends
• Residential and non-residential construction
• Business trends
• Housing market
• State indications 

WHAT'S ON @ COFFS COAST