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Economic Development Office Newsletter - July 2020

Tue 31 Aug 2021


Welcome to Productive Shoalhaven - July 2020

This month the Economic Development Office is focusing on Social Media Courses available to Small Businesses within the Shoalhaven.

Scroll down to see what events and services are available in the Shoalhaven in 2020.

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Free Digital Business Workshops - July & August 2020

Shoalhaven Economic Development Office & Shoalhaven Tourism, in association with Destination Sydney Surrounds South have put together a series of SOCIAL MEDIA workshops to help your SHOALHAVEN business engage your customers.

Delivered online these workshops cover everything from Facebook and Instagram to Tips and Tricks to really rock your message, and target the people that count.

And the best thing is they are absolutely FREE. It’s easy to book your spot. Just click on the registration link and choose the time and workshop that suits you. So what are you waiting for?

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** SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING WORKSHOP **

Social media is a vital marketing channel for businesses of all sizes. The common question a few years ago, “why should our business use social media?”, is now being replaced with, “how can our business grow with social media marketing?”.

In this workshop we’ll walk you through an eight-step plan to create a winning social media marketing plan of your own:

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** 6 WEEK SOCIAL MEDIA COURSE **

Our 6 WEEK Social Media Marketing course is designed for small to medium business owners looking to gain the practical skills, tools, and tactics so you can maximise your social and content marketing efforts and stay relevant in this fast-evolving industry.

In this workshop we look at ways to lift your brand awareness and engage your audience through effective content, social media strategies and carefully designed campaigns.

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** CREATE AWESOME CONTENT **

So you have a Facebook page and an Instagram account but struggle to come up with content that will captivate your audience. What’s your story? How do you convey your brand to your people? In this workshop we share ‘The Ultimate Guide To Creating Content that Kicks’ so you can create content easily.

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** FACEBOOK - BASICS WORKSHOP **

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** FACEBOOK - INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOP **

Do you get baffled by the ever-changing landscape when it comes to Facebook?
What you should and shouldn’t be doing. How to make the algorithm work for you - not against you. In this workshop we’ll run a health check on your page and share some really cool tricks to grow your followers

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** INSTAGRAM - BASICS WORKSHOP **

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** LINKEDIN - WORKSHOP **

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** INSTAGRAM - INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOP **

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** PINTEREST - WORKSHOP **

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** MAILCHIMP & OTHER EMAIL MARKETING TOOLS **

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** SOCIAL MEDIA HACKS - WORKSHOPS **

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** JUST FOR ME - ONE ON ONE TUTORIALS **

If you prefer a more customised approach we’ve got you covered.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/just-for-me-one-on-one-tuto…

  • Tue 14 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Wed 15 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Thu 16 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Fri 17 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Mon 20 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Tue 21 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Wed 22 Jul - 3pm to 4pm
  • Thu 23 Jul - 3pm to 4pm

The Facts on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Shoalhaven City Council advise the primary source for facts on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is NSW Health.

Visit www.health.nsw.gov.au for useful information on personal hygiene, symptoms, medical support, treatment and reported cases, as well as quarantine requirements.

What can you do?

  • Practice social distancing. Where possible, maintain a distance of 1.5 metres between yourself and another person.
  • Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, especially before eating, cooking, or feeding others to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Sneeze into your elbow.
  • Stay at home if sick.
  • Check on your elderly relatives and friends. Call them and see how they are going. Be a considerate shopper and if you have bulk supplies of essential items, offer some to those in need.

If you are concerned that you have the symptoms of this virus, please contact your GP by phone first or call HealthDirect on 1800 022 222.

Where can I find more information?

You can also find information on COVID-19 on the below links:

For further information, call the Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080. The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week

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Shoalhaven Professional Business Association

The Shoalhaven Professional Business Association (spba) are a group of professionals who are passionate about the beautiful Shoalhaven and believe in the future of our businesses in this area.

The spba is a "not for profit" association presently representing the following professions:
Accountants | Architects | Building Consultants | Employment Trainers | Engineers | Lawyers | Surveyors | Town Planners | Valuers.

The spba are constantly seeking interest from businesses employing professional staff and other interested people who share their aim to make the Shoalhaven the number one choice for a professional career.

The spba believes in.

  • More local jobs
  • More education
  • More training
  • More local careers
  • Providing greater choice for the residents of the Shoalhaven

Click here to view the spba new website.

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Shoalhaven Business Chamber

The Shoalhaven Business Chamber (SBC) is proud to be an integral part of this region and contribute to its growth via the business community. The Shoalhaven Business Chamber is a membership organisation consisting of members from the business, government, education, and not-for-profit sectors.

The Chamber aims to foster the networking of business owners and managers, give the opportunity to business people to have access to educational opportunities and to lobby the three tiers of Government on issues affecting business sustainability and growth.

Click here to learn more about the Shoalhaven Business Chamber and upcoming events that the Chamber co-ordinates.

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Milton Ulladulla Business Chamber

The Milton Ulladulla Business Chamber is governed by an Executive Committee which is made up of voluntary business owners and community-minded people. The Committee is here to keep our members informed and act as a business advocate for our local area.

The MUBC work with local businesses and engage with the wider community to create opportunities that assist local business to develop and grow, and provide services that benefit the community.

The MUBC objectives are to:

  • Support community and economic development efforts to aid business development and growth
  • Raise the profile and indentity of the Southern Shoalhaven region
  • Create ongoing opportunities through the stimulation of our local economy
  • Provide networking opportunities for business owners for their mutual benefit
  • Provide sustainable employment through increased services and sustainable tourism.

Click here tolearn more about the MiltonUlladulla Business Chamber and upcoming events that the Chambercoordinates.

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Basin Business Forum

The Basin Business Forum is a group of local small business owners and representatives sharing ideas, stories and supporting each other over a coffee....

The Basin Business Forum is open to all businesses who have a shared passion in the Bay & Basin who are seeking to make strong network connections.

The Basin Business Forum focuses on making face to face connections at their regular meetings, such as the Basin Business Brekky which is held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Straight to the Point Cafe, Sanctuary Point. (Due to COVID restrictions all BBF meetings are currently on hold.

Click here to learn more about the Basin Business Forum and upcoming events that the Forum coordinates.

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Economic Development Office

Contact the Economic Development Office on telephone: 02 4429 3388 to speak with:

  • Greg Pullen – Economic Development Manager
  • Marianne Jones – Economic Development Officer
  • Sally Bacon – Economic Development Administration Officer

Click here to access Shoalhaven City Council Economic Development Website

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