April 2017

Welcome to Business Talk
Business success is essential to the future of the City of Marion as a place to live, learn, work and invest. 

The City of Marion's Open for Business program is here to support business community to:
  • Be your first point of contact at Council
  • Provide local business support services through business associations, the Tonsley Small Business Advisory Service and the Southern Adelaide Business Support System
  • Connect you with local businesses, skilled people, associations and training providers
  • Offer networking and information
  • Work with partners to deliver local initiatives such as Southern Adelaide Economic Development Board, Visitor Economy, Digital literacy projects and Workforce Development
  • Activate the Cove Business Hub and Tonsley Innovation District, and
  • Advocate on regional issues.
See you at Castle Plaza for 'Small Business and Skills Week' (3 - 7 April 2017)

The City of Marion are trialing a community space at Castle Plaza Shopping Centre in partnership with  Vicinity Group . Drop in to see us for 'Small Business and Skills Week' in Shop One at Castle Plaza (at the rear entrance) from Monday 3 April to Friday 7 April 2017 for these activities:
  • Monday 3 April
    • 9:00 - 10am: State Government Small Business Support
      FREE DROP-IN: Drop-In to talk to a
       Department of State Development representative to talk about what services are available to small business from the South Australian Government. Come along to meet  Rhonda Vincent, Principal Engagement Officer Small Business.
    • 10:00 - 12 Noon: What's happening in our business community?
      FREE DROP-IN: Drop-In and see
      Donna Griffiths to find out how to keep up-to-date with what is happening in your business community.
    • 12 Noon - 5:00PM: Digital Library Services Available to Business FREE DROP-IN:  Find out from our library staff what on-line resources are available free for Business.
  • Tuesday 4 April
    • 9:00 - 2:00PM - Appointment Only: Small Business one-on-one advice Need advice about your small business? Bob Sloan is available to meet with you to talk about starting a business or how to grow your business.  Make an appointment with Bob now. 
    • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Information Session: The City of Marion Economy
    • FREE Information Session: Drop-In and see Neil McNish to learn about the City of Marion Economy.
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: What's on in your business community? FREE DROP-IN: Drop-In and see Donna Griffiths to find out how to keep up-to-date with what is happening in your business community.
  • Wednesday 5 April
    • 9:00 - 10:00 AM:  Business Information Display.
    • 10:00 - 12 Noon: FREE DROP-IN - Darlington Upgrade Project
      Drop-In to learn more about the Darlington Upgrade Project, where the works are and what is happening.  Speak to one of the Community Engagement Officers today.
    • 1:00 - 5:00 PM: Appointment Only: Small Business one-on-one advice
      Appointment Only: Need advice about your small business? Bob Sloan is available to meet with you to talk about starting a business or how to grow your business.  Make an appointment with
       Bob now. 
  • Thursday 6 April
    • 9:00 - 1:00 PM: What's happening in our business community?
      FREE DROP-IN: Drop-In and see
      Georgie Johnson to find out how to keep up-to-date with what is happening in your business community.
    • 1:00 - 8:00 PM: nbn Co - Your Business and the nbn Network FREE DROP-IN: Drop-In to find out when you will be connected and how your business can become nbn ready.
  • Friday 7 April
    • 9:00 - 1:00 PM: Automotive Transformation Taskforce
      State Government staff will be on hand to discuss training and support to help automotive workers find a job. If you work for an automotive supply company, you can find out more and sign up for the 'Automotive Workers in Transition' program to help plan for the future.
    • 1:00 - 3:00 PM: FREE Workshop - Creating a Great Place - How can businesses create great places for customers to linger longer?  Joyce Louey is our placemaking expert.  To book into this session, contact  Donna Griffiths.
    • 3:00 - 5:00 PM: FREE DROP-IN: What's happening in our business community?  Drop-In and see Georgie Johnson to find out how to keep up-to-date with what is happening in your business community.
Business Calendar of Events - See what's new!
The City of Marion has a comprehensive calendar of affordable events that are run by business professionals. The calendar is carefully thought through and curated using feedback that we receive and the needs of the business community. This year we have focussed our events on key themes - being online and attracting new customers, customer service and placemaking. 

Activities are held at either Cove Civic Centre or Tonsley - our two business hubs. The Calendar of Events is updated monthly. 

Meet new people or learn something new. There is something for everyone.  Do you have any suggestions for the events calendar? Contact Georgie via email
Your business & the nbn™ network
Australia's digital economy demands a fast and reliable network.  Enabling access to new markets, creating opportunity to reduce costs and drive innovation, as well as gaining competitive edge on the global stage. The nbn™ network is Australia's new landline phone and internet network, designed to support future economic and social growth.
 
Check your business address
  You can now check your address and learn:
  • When will I get the nbn™ network
    • In planning & design
    • Under construction
    • Ready for you to connect
  • What type of technology is planned for you
  • Register for updates
The size and complexity of the network build means flexibility in timing and technology type is necessary; nbn will continue to be transparent and release updates as required.
 
Focus on businesses
Australia's digital economy demands a fast and reliable network.  Enabling access to new markets, creating opportunity to reduce costs and drive innovation, as well as gaining competitive edge on the global stage.
 
Visit our business pages to discover:
  • A guide to nbn™ business
  • Benefits for business
  • How to make the switch
  • Case studies, blogs & other resources
nbn™ Business Readiness Checklist
Is your business ready for the nbn™ network? To help prepare you for the switch, use nbn's handy checklist to tick off important items, determine which services and equipment may be affected, and find out what you need to do next.
  • Complete the business readiness checklist and get your customised "next steps" guide as a PDF to discuss with your IT or RSP provider
  • Review available Retail Service Provider list
  • Check on device compatibility
  • Understand which technology makes up the nbn™ network
In closing ...
We hope you have found this newsletter of interest and please feel free to forward this onto your networks or others that may be interested in what's happening in the City of Marion and the greater Southern Adelaide region.



 
Business Growth & Investment  Manager
T:  08 8375 6686
M:  0419 811 043


 
Business Growth & Investment Officer
T:  08 8375 6897
 
Project Support Officer
T:  08 8375 6679