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Friday, August 28, 2020WSABE 2020: Business Resilience Enters New Territory
Entries for the prestigious 30th Annual Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence (WSABE) have now closed with a record number of entries featured across sixteen awards categories ranging from a wide range of industries and fields, including the launch of the new ‘Excellence in Manufacturing’ category for 2020.Considering the unprecedented circumstances that have emerged during 2020 and their adverse effects on business, WSABE have undertaken the responsibility of delivering a platform that develops,
Monday, July 20, 2020Building a Stronger Business Community - Parramatta Chamber of Commerce releases its Strategic Plan
The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce has released its Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025 to that has been designed to ensure the Chamber continues to serve, support and influence on relevant issues to the business community. “Parramatta Chamber is Passionate about Parramatta and is committed to its Mission Statement in building a strong, trusted business community for all” said President Schon Condon. Parramatta Chamber prides itself on its values: Connection | Create | Leadership | Education | Growth |
Friday, March 20, 2020A Message from the President
Media Release20 March 2020A Message from the PresidentDear Members, Given the current economic and communal environment I have taken the opportunity to communicate with Members personally. We live in challenging times and it will be critical that we work together to help each other through these testing times. We will recover from this and there is a blue sky in the future, the critical issue though is to get through the ‘todays’. The Chamber will continue to support businesses and most critically our
Thursday, February 27, 2020Culture & Wellbeing event 2020
On Wednesday 26 February 2020, the inaugural Culture & Wellbeing event was held in the beautiful Parramatta Parklands. The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce launched this unique nature-based event representing a collaboration between the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce, Gone Bush Adventures and City of Parramatta. The spirit of this event was to host an intimate gathering of business and community leaders to enable participants to experience a deeper connection, understanding and appreciation around the
Thursday, June 27, 2019This is the rate and State of our City
Media Release27 June 2019.This is the rate and State of our City. It was deliberately intense. A tight program with a cross section of talented speakers that presented lots of ideas for our future city. The sheer pace of the day is testament to the rapid growth rate of Parramatta – the Beating Heart of Greater Sydney – and its current rate of growth and forecast predictions are no longer light years away. It’s happening, it’s happening now, and the rate of growth will only intensify. SOTC 2019 showcased
Friday, May 10, 2019When money is put before safety!
Media Release 10 May 2019 When money is put before safety! The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce extends its sincere condolences to the family of Mr Shanley who was tragically killed in the horrific 11 vehicle motor accident yesterday on the M4. The 36-year-old truck driver from Wentworthville was on his way to work when his utility and several other cars were hit by a truck. We also express our thoughts to the
Wednesday, March 20, 2019Parramatta Chamber Vision Values
Passionate about Parramatta Parramatta Chamber – ValuesConnection – We are responsible for connecting business, government, council and the community to address the challenges, opportunities and requirements of business.Create networking opportunities and promote collaboration by hosting events, initiatives and platforms that directly relate and impact the business community to create relationships that expand beyond the chamber.Leadership - Leading the way, in industry and communities. Working to grow
Friday, December 21, 2018Parramatta Light Rail given the green light
Media Release 21 December 2018 Parramatta Light Rail given the green light. The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce congratulates Transport for NSW on the selection of the two major operators who were this week given the green light to build and operate the much anticipated Parramatta Light Rail project. Parramatta Light Rail is one of NSW Government?s major public transport ventures, and part of a record $80 billion infrastructure across the state. Parramatta Light Rail will be built in stages in order to
Wednesday, November 07, 2018Parramatta scores honours with University of Sydney's local campus
The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce applauds the new state-of-the-art university campus to be built in the North Parramatta Cumberland Hospital precinct. “This will further cement Parramatta as a leader in Innovation, Technology, Health, Research and Education” proudly states Schon Condon, President of Parramatta Chamber of Commerce. Congratulations to the NSW Government and the University of Sydney for bringing this opportunity to life. “We the Chamber consider it to be half a billion dollars well
Friday, October 26, 2018BEE is the Buzz in Parramatta
BEE is the Buzz in Parramatta. December 4, 2018 will mark the inaugural Business Environment Expo (BEE), a new annual forum designed to support Western Sydney’s business community to better manage the environmental impact of their operations. The BEE platform has been proudly founded by the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the City of Parramatta, who are currently undergoing a twenty-year initiative aimed at preserving the region and reducing carbon emissions through to 2038. Proudly
Thursday, October 18, 2018Paying the cost to support the Blue & Gold!
Paying the cost to support the Blue & Gold!The (Parramatta) Western Sydney Stadium is taking shape but the prospect of the Eels playing in their home heartland is looking more blue than gold. The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce supports businesses making money and profits but not at the detrimental expense of the local and regional business communities. Parramatta is finally coming of age and has earned its stripes in the heart of Greater Sydney, the west of which is poised to become Australia’s
Monday, May 14, 2018Draft Community Strategic Plan 2018 – 2038 - Feedback
Draft Community Strategic Plan 2018 – 2038 - Feedback The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce shares the vision and key objectives outlined in the City of Parramatta’s Draft Strategic Plan and deems management of change and transformation is key to shaping the outcomes and success of this evolving city. The concern is that the vision will fall short primarily due to poor planning. Parramatta Chamber have concerns with the existing strategies and the inability to meet the demands of the growing
Saturday, April 28, 2018Parramatta Chamber of Commerce appoints a new Board and President
Parramatta Chamber of Commerce appoints a new Board and President The Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 11 May 2018 has appointed a new Board for the Parramatta City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. which will continue their great work in the community. The Chamber Board consists of 15 elected board members. The office bearer of the Chamber shall comprise the Executive Committee consisting of the President, the two Vice Presidents and the Treasurer together with the Immediate past
Sunday, April 01, 2018Supporting an Innovative Culture: Commonwealth Bank’s Innovation Lab Strengthens WSABE Winner Experi
Supporting an Innovative Culture: Commonwealth Bank’s Innovation Lab Strengthens WSABE Winner Experience Following their outstanding year at the 27th annual Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence (WSABE), The Lido Group have ended their WSABE experience on a high with a complimentary Innovation Lab Sandpit Session, courtesy of Principal Partner, Commonwealth Bank. In addition to receiving the Excellence in Business Award at the WSABE Gala in September, The Lido Group were also conferred WSABE’s
Wednesday, March 21, 2018State of the City and Beyond.
State of the City and Beyond. The annual State of the City Address was held and delivered last Friday 16 March at PARKROYAL Parramatta to a record audience of 245 attendees from the business community. Hosted by the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce, this event was a sell out and provides a platform to update the business community on plans for Parramatta. This year’s theme was what Parramatta will look like ‘Beyond the Construction Zone’. This event was hosted by Chris Bath, Australian Journalist
Monday, February 05, 2018Beyond the Construction Zone.
Beyond the Construction Zone. The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce hosts a much anticipated event each year known as the State of the City Address Parramatta which was established in 2002. Over the years, this event has provided a platform for thought leadership which has helped shape the outcomes of the city of Parramatta. This event presents an ideal opportunity to address the leaders of Western Sydney, including civic, business and cultural leaders across the region. The Parramatta Chamber of
Tuesday, August 15, 2017A Real Work of Arts
A Real Work of Arts The Chamber of Commerce welcomes a new Museum to Parramatta and encourages members of the business community to express their support by completing the MAAS survey closing soon. The Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS) is Australia’s contemporary museum for excellence and innovation in applied arts and sciences. MAAS currently operates three venues; the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo, Sydney Observatory in Millers Point and the Museums Discovery Centre in Castle Hill. There
Friday, July 28, 2017Making a difference sector by business sector.
Making a difference sector by business sector. The Parramatta Chamber of Commerce is leading the way and progressively engaging the business community to join the conversation. The Chamber launched their first ‘Education Forum’ last month and was so overwhelmed with the response, that a follow up Education Forum was held early this month and continues to be work in progress from the outcomes of that forum. These Forums will form an integral part of the future focus of the Parramatta Chamber of Commerce