An attendance of just under 130 was on hand to hear presentations from local mining companies outline their local procurement policies and channels. Representatives from the likes of BHP, C-Res, MACH Energy, Bengalla, Thiess and the Upper Hunter mining Dialogue spoke about their community engagement and procurement.
Our July Breakfast saw a presentation by NSW Police where they outlined their local police strategies and the new ‘Rise Up’ program initiative.
Recently the Chamber’s Board of Directors were invited on a tour of the Mangoola Coal Operations. The tour included an insight into their open cut operations and rehabilitation programs. Their rehabilitation initiatives in particular deserve recognition and to be congratulated.
A large audience attended our June Chamber Breakfast to hear Mayor Martin Rush present a detailed analysis of Council’s 2019/20 Budget and the way in which Council is responding to community risks associated with the long-term declining significance of thermal coal.
The Chamber had a representation at this years Careers Day held at Muswellbrook High School. Students from both Muswellbrook and Scone high schools attended to see and speak with an array of career options on show.
A large crowd attended the May Chamber Breakfast themed around a ‘Focus on Education’. Speakers addressed education, training, careers and skills needs and opportunities in the area.
Our April Breakfast was moved forward to be in line with the Muswellbrook Cup Day. The theme was around the Equine Industry with guest speakers including Dr Sam Nugent from the Scone Equine Hospital and Scott Brodie a horse expert speaking about re-education of Thoroughbred racehorses after racing.
Is ELECTRICTY burning a hole in your PROFITS?
NSW Business Chamber Energy Program.
At THE ENERGY ARCADE – in The Pavilion – UPPER HUNTER SHOW
This mornings Chamber Breakfast was themed “Meet the Candidates’ where we heard from candidates for the seat of Upper Hunter in the upcoming NSW State Election being held on 23rd March. Each Candidate presented their policy positions on issues critical to Muswellbrook & the Upper Hunter.
The Joint Networking event between Muswellbrook & Singleton Chambers 2019 Annual Mining Update was well attended and appreciated.