Welcome to our third City of Marion BUSINESS TALK, the Council's dedicated newsletter providing you with a monthly snapshot of what is happening in your business community.
This month we have a focus on how to engage with current and future major projects.
Tonsley - Make it here
The South Australian Government's redevelopment of the old Mitsubishi site at Tonsley has been granted the 6 Star Green Star - Communities certification. Awarded by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), The Green Star - Communities rating tool is one of the world's first independent, transparent, national schemes able to assess and certify the sustainability of community-level projects.
Among its features is the re-use of the massive Main Assembly Building (MAB), which covers eight hectares. This re-use has prevented the loss of around 90,000 tonnes of carbon emissions embodied in its original construction.
The development will also feature connected walking and cycling paths for easy access to public transport, plus a potential 3 MW solar power system on the MAB roof; which will be Australia's largest rooftop solar panel array.
Tonsley is an ideal place to invest.
Key sectors for Tonsley, whilst not excluding other high-value sectors, include clean technologies and renewable energy; health and medical technologies and assistive devices; resources and mining; and sustainable building products and services.
If you are looking for an entree into Tonsley to experience the working environment for yourself, you can begin in a co-working space. For more information contact New Venture Institute or Co-Hab.
To establish a presence at Tonsley or for investment information visit here or have a confidential discussion with Andrew Dickson, Economic Development Manager - Tonsley (DSD) on mobile: 0418 866 470.
Torrens River to Torrens Road (T2T) Project
The Office of the Industry Advocate (OIA) and the Torrens Road to Torrens River (T2T) Project Alliance invite you to register your interest in attending a T2T Supplier Workshop. At this stage, it is an Expression of Interest (EOI) process and invitations with times and the location will be sent out at a later date.
The Workshops are aimed at South Australian suppliers who are ready to submit an EOI and supply to T2T.
It is a requirement to be registered on the ICN Gateway and complete the ICN Tier Barometer for Large Projects > $500m.
You can register on the ICN Gateway for free by selecting the Basic Option here. To complete the Tier Barometer please select Large Projects (>$500m) here.
If you wish to talk to someone to see if this is for you, please contact Chris Ey from Office of the Industry Advocate on 08 8226 3703.
Tender Ready for Major Projects
Do you want to be tender ready for upcoming major projects such as the O'Bahn Extension and Darlington Upgrade Project?
If so, the Department of State Development has developed two workshops for you - one for beginners (one day) and one tailored to the more experienced businesses who are tendering regularly. The advanced workshop also provides you with the opportunity to gain national accreditation.
For costs and to express an interest in participating in a workshop, please visit this linkor speak to Jeff Camburn from Department of State Development on telephone 8303 2268.
Cove Enterprise Hub
The new Cove Enterprise Hub was officially launched on 20 August 2015 at a networking event in the main hall with over 100 people. This was a fantastic start to this wonderful facility and we look forward to many more activities in this space.
From Tuesday 1 September, Company Hubwill be available for FREE one-one-one sessions discussing the benefits of improving your online presence. Book now!
For more information email Marissaor phone (08) 8375 6765.
Looking for free business advice?
The City of Marion and the Department of State Development have joined forces to fund a service aimed at helping small businesses develop and grow in the region. Bob Sloan is available for a confidential discussion at either your place of business, Tonsley or Hallett Cove. Call Bob on 0417 731 125 to make an appointment.
Want free skills advice?
The Industry Skill Fund assists industry to invest in training and support services and to develop innovative training solutions. The fund helps build a highly skilled workforce that can take advantage of new business growth opportunities and adapts to rapid technological change. Sean Holden from the AI Group is available for a confidential discussion at either your place of business, Tonsley or Hallett Cove every Wednesday in Southern Adelaide. Call Sean, Industry Skills Advisor, on 0428 101 990 to make an appointment.
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