Shoalhaven Business Chamber

11/09/2026

Winners of Workplace Health & Wellbeing EHD Concrete Products

11/09/2026

Good luck to our Shoalhaven Finalists at the Illawarra Business Awards tonight!

Our Shoalhaven Business Awards winners are flying the flag as finalists at the upcoming Illawarra Business Awards! So proud to see our region so well represented:

🏅 EHD Concrete Sleepers — Excellence in Workplace Health & Wellbeing, Employer of Choice (20 Employees & Under)
🏅 Stormtech — Excellence in Sustainability
🏅 Climax Air Conditioning — Excellence in Medium Business (21–99 Employees)
🏅 Property Pricer — Excellence in Innovation
🏅 BCR Communities — Employer of Choice (21 Employees & Over)
🏅 Jervis Bay Hearing Centre — Excellence in Micro Business (5 Employees & Under)
🏅 Erica Jones, Interchange Shoalhaven — Outstanding Business Leader (21 Employees & Over)
🏅 Supercalla — Excellence in Small Business (6–20 Employees) and Outstanding Visitor Experience
🏅 North Shoalhaven Meals on Wheels — Outstanding Community Organisation
🏅 Allison Bielski, Climax Air Conditioning — Outstanding Employee
🏅 Red Fox Pilates — Outstanding New Business
🏅 Kim McArthur, South Coast Brides — Outstanding Business Leader (20 Employees & Under)
🏅 Interchange Shoalhaven — Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion
🏅 Avalon Bourne, Sonder Youth — Outstanding Young Business Leader
🏅 Shoalhaven Ex-Services Group — Excellence in Large Business (100+ Employees)

Good luck to you all — Shoalhaven is cheering you on! 🙌

10/09/2026

ONLY 5 PLACES LEFT – NOW OPEN TO EVERYONE! 🚨

Our waitlist has had first priority, and now we’re opening the FINAL 5 PLACES for Round 2 of the:

⭐ Shoalhaven Leadership Excellence Program
Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace

If you’re a business owner, manager, team leader or emerging leader, this is your opportunity to invest in your leadership skills and learn practical strategies to create stronger, safer and more productive workplaces.

Facilitated by Anna Finch from KardiaHR, this small-group program explores leadership styles, workplace culture, psychological safety, psychosocial hazards, communication and your responsibilities as a leader.

📅 Leadership Workshop
Tuesday 22 September | 9.30am – 4.30pm
📍 CareSouth

💻 Online Leadership Check-in
Tuesday 13 October | 11.00am – 12.00pm

📅 Leadership Masterclass
Tuesday 27 October | 9.30am – 1.00pm
📍 CareSouth

🔥 ONLY 5 PLACES REMAIN

Once they're gone, Round 2 is SOLD OUT!

👉 SECURE YOUR PLACE TODAY:
https://www.shoalhavenbusinesschamber.com.au/event/shoalhaven-leadership-excellence-program-round-2-creating-psychological-safety-in-the-workplace/

🌱 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT? GROW TOGETHER WITH US!

We're also currently looking for mentees for the Shoalhaven Business Chamber's Grow Together – 8 Week Mentor Program.

Running from 15 October to 10 December, Grow Together connects local business owners, sole traders, managers, employees and emerging leaders with experienced local mentors.

Over 8 weeks, you'll have the opportunity to:

🤝 Connect one-on-one with an experienced mentor
💡 Work through real business and career challenges
🎯 Set goals and stay accountable
💪 Build your confidence and leadership skills
🌱 Grow your local business connections
📚 Participate in four interactive workshops

Whether you're looking to become a stronger leader, grow your business, take the next step in your career or simply have someone experienced in your corner – Grow Together could be for you.

👉 FIND OUT MORE & APPLY:
https://www.shoalhavenbusinesschamber.com.au/event/grow-together-8-week-mentor-program/

Two programs. Two opportunities to invest in yourself and your future.

09/09/2026

LAST CHANCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Future Ready Regions (VR Roadshow) - https://www.shoalhavenbusinesschamber.com.au/event/business-after-hours-future-ready-business-experiential-learning-in-vr/

08/09/2026

It's More Than An AGM, Get the Latest Insights on the Shoalhaven Economy.

Join us at the Shoalhaven Business Chamber Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 23 September, where we’re pleased to welcome two special guest speakers from Shoalhaven City Council.

Ryan Schulter | Senior Economic Development Officer
Ryan will provide an update on the new Economic Development Plan and what’s ahead for economic development across the Shoalhaven.

Kristy Mayhew | Tourism Marketing Specialist
Kristy will take us through Visa spending data for the Shoalhaven, providing insights into how and where money is being spent across the region — including food, accommodation, fuel and more.

For local business owners, managers and professionals, this is a great opportunity to hear firsthand about what’s happening across our local economy and the trends impacting our region.

PLUS, we’ll hold our 2026 Annual General Meeting and elect the Chamber’s 2026–2027 Management Committee.

📅 Wednesday, 23 September 2026
⏰ 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start
📍 Bomaderry Bowling Club – Sunrise Room
🎟️ Members $30 | Non-Members $40

👉 Bookings are essential secure your place today! https://www.shoalhavenbusinesschamber.com.au/event/15159/

Come along, connect with the local business community, hear the latest insights and be part of what’s next for business in the Shoalhaven.

07/09/2026

✨ THE ENERGY. THE CONNECTIONS. THE CONVERSATIONS. ✨

We’re still buzzing after She’s Got This 2026! 💙

From money and mindset to those all-important moments of connection, the day was about taking time to invest in ourselves and our futures.

We laughed. We learned. We connected. And hopefully, we all walked away with a little more momentum. 🚀

A huge thank you to Effie Zahos, Miranda Packer and every incredible woman who joined us and made the day what it was.

🎥 Here are a few more moments from an unforgettable celebration of 10 years of Women in Business.

💰 Money.
🧠 Mindset.
🚀 Momentum.

She’s Got This and so do you. 💙

07/09/2026

DON’T JUST HEAR ABOUT THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS

WHY NOT EXPERIENCE IT!

Ever wondered what Virtual Reality could actually do for your business?

On Tuesday, 15 September, you’ll have the chance to put on a VR headset and experience it for yourself at our next Shoalhaven Business Chamber Business After Hours.

This isn’t just a presentation. 🙌

You’ll get hands-on with VR technology and discover how businesses are already using immersive experiences for:

🥽 Staff training
👋 Employee onboarding
🧠 Skills development
👥 Workforce engagement
💡 New ways of learning

And, of course, it wouldn’t be Business After Hours without the opportunity to grab a drink, meet other local business people and make some new connections! 🥂🤝

The Shoalhaven is one of only 21 locations across Australia selected to host the Future Ready Regions VR Roadshow so don’t miss the opportunity to see what all the fuss is about.

📅 Tuesday, 15 September 2026
⏰ 5:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 Stablefords Function Centre, Worrigee Sports
131 Greenwell Point Rd, Worrigee

🎟️ Members $15 | Non-Members $25

Never tried VR before? Even better. Come along, put on the headset and give it a go!

👉 Secure your ticket today:
https://www.shoalhavenbusinesschamber.com.au/event/business-after-hours-future-ready-business-experiential-learning-in-vr/

06/09/2026