Business NSW

Our state’s businesses might well get a fairer go when it comes to winning government contracts after a NSW Parliamentary committee released its final report into procurement. Business NSW’s Executive Director David Harding and Head of Policy Mustafa Agha appeared at the hearings earlier this year, calling on the NSW Government to break up large tenders into more manageable parts to enable smaller businesses to bid for them, as well as recommending a number of practical commercial measures to enable this to happen. We are pleased that the committee has recommended the significant changes to government, as well as endorsing the BNSW suggestion that small businesses get greater support to develop capacity, skills and expertise to win government contracts. Business NSW has been on this campaign for two years and will continue to stay close to the conversation. Last year, more than 130,000 businesses provided goods and services to the NSW Government, totalling about $42 billion. SMEs hold an $8 billion share, but we’re actively working with the government to boost that to at least $10 billion. This is a huge opportunity to use this more efficiently, and build capability and capacity in our SME economic foundations. The priority needs to be business doing what they do best - serving their customers. Plus, the taxpayers of NSW getting great local goods and services. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/gMYymzt9

The power of women to unlock the nation’s economic potential was on full display last night at the Women in Leadership event at Business NSW’s Sydney HQ. Federal Finance Minister, Women and the Public Service Katy Gallagher was the guest of honour. Ms Gallagher discussed the Federal Government’s Future Made in Australia economic plan and the importance of females stepping into managerial roles to make that happen. Ms Gallagher also discussed the government’s program to encourage female entrepreneurship. Business NSW membership is 57% female, with the fastest growing cohort of business owners being women under 45. Apart from the desire to run their own business, many women are also looking to use owning a business as a platform into mid-career corporate roles. The event also featured contributions from ACCI CEO Andrew McKellar, Business NSW Executive Director David Harding and Business NSW Executive Director, Regional NSW and The Visitor Economy Paula Martin. Special thanks to sponsor ANZ and attendees including former NSW premier and senator The Hon Kristina Keneally Keneally, Aware Super Chair Christine McLoughlin AM and CEO Deanne Stewart, Governance Institute of Australia CEO Megan Motto 😊 Motto, Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul Zahra, Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO Mary Wooldridge and Member Relations and Head - NSW at Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) Helen Waldron

SIRA is raising awareness about the legal obligation for NSW employers to submit Actual Wage Declarations (AWDs) to their insurer each year. Failure to do so can lead to wage audits, penalties, or prosecution. Report your actual wages within 4 months of your policy end to avoid regulatory action. For more information, please visit the SIRA website via https://ow.ly/mO4H50TIuF5

Business NSW is sponsoring the Workplace Health and Safety Show on October 23-24, 2024! Don’t miss out on Australia’s largest showcase of health and safety solutions at The Dome, Sydney Showground. Join us! Find Solutions: Explore over 160 innovative suppliers. Learn: Gain insights from 75 industry experts across 40 hours of educational sessions. Connect: Network with 5,000+ safety professionals. Come see us at stand D61! Let’s work together for a safer tomorrow. REGISTER FOR FREE! https://lnkd.in/g3kezZB6

Implementing a robust Quality Management System means transforming quality from a mere goal into a daily practice. Join the upcoming course Quality Management Systems for Small Businesses on 24 October held in partnership with BSI Group. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn strategies for integrating quality into every aspect of your business operations! Thursday, 24 October 2024 1 day Business NSW members can register here (link in bio) https://lnkd.in/gfvPrigV Not yet a Business NSW member? Call us on 13 26 96 to get started. #QualityManagementSystem #BusinessTrainingCourses #BusinessNSW

Business NSW is proud to sponsor the Workplace Health and Safety Show on October 23-24, 2024! Join us at The Dome, Sydney Showground, for Australia’s largest showcase of health and safety solutions. Find Solutions: Discover innovative products from over 160 suppliers. Learn: Benefit from 40 hours of educational content from 75 experts. Connect: Network with 5,000+ safety professionals. Don't miss this chance to make your workplace safer and more productive. REGISTER FOR FREE! https://lnkd.in/g3kezZB6

With Alliance Nursing's Early Bird Special, now is an opportune moment to consider safeguarding your employees and enhancing workplace productivity. To take advantage of a 15% discount, please book before December 1, 2024. Our hassle-free and cost-effective clinics are staffed by highly qualified registered nurses from Alliance Nursing, who will coordinate their services to align with your schedule, thereby minimizing any disruptions to your workplace's productivity and daily operations. For further information regarding this offer, please contact Alliance Nursing at 1300 034 494 (option 5) or via email at immunisations@alliancehealth.com.au To secure your appointment today, please book using: https://ow.ly/TlMN50THqAA

Discover insights from the latest Safe Work Australia report, highlighting alarming trends and effective risk management strategies. https://lnkd.in/gg8QsGhD Join us at the Workplace Health and Safety Show on October 23-24, 2024, where Business NSW will address crucial strategies to combat workplace violence. With over 75 expert speakers, this is a must-attend event for all PCBUs. Registration is free—secure your spot today! https://lnkd.in/g3kezZB6

I’m excited to share that today we launched the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy at our Business NSW office. The Minns Government has set an ambitious goal to transform our visitor economy into a $91 billion powerhouse by 2035 — a 40% increase from previous targets. With millions of extra airline seats and tens of thousands of new hotel rooms on the way, this growth is set to benefit our cities and drive economic development in regional NSW, where $44 billion of this expenditure is expected to flow. The strategy could also create up to 150,000 new jobs by 2035. At Business NSW we proudly support close to 20,000 visitor economy businesses – and they are facing significant challenges: • Rising insurance costs: Many tourism businesses are facing increases of up to 30% and struggling to obtain or afford coverage, particularly in weather-affected areas. Reform of the Emergency Service Levy could lead to an 18% reduction in household insurance and a 23% decrease in business insurance. • Staff retention: About 30% of the visitor economy is planning to reduce their workforce in the next three months. • Skilled labour shortage: This shortage is contributing to 50% of businesses reporting a decline in productivity across the arts, recreation, retail, food, and accommodation sectors. • Energy costs: Energy bills have surged by 35% to 80%. • Transport infrastructure: Challenges in road access and regional aviation are impacting visitation to towns across NSW. CBD and regional economic growth needs infrastructure, transport, business know-how and attraction strategies that are fit for purpose both day and night. Key initiatives of the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy include: • opening new international airports, including the highly anticipated Western Sydney “Nancy-Bird Walton” International Airport • increasing hotel capacity by 40,000 rooms  • tackling skills shortages in the tourism sector, and • promoting experience-led tourism, especially celebrating First Nations culture. At Business NSW, we’re committed to backing this strategy to unlock the full potential of our state’s tourism industry. Read a review of the strategy here: https://shorturl.at/MAA94 Chris Minns John Graham David Harding Paul Nicolaou David Borger