BUSINESS TALKBELMONTISSUE T WO, JUNE 2014

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

• Belmont and Airport bus links made easier

• Free digital training for all businesses

• Nominations open for 2014 City of Belmont Business Environmental Awards

Australia’s first Aboriginal-owned office supply business opens in Belmont

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It is a pleasure to bring to you another edition of the City of Belmont Business Talk.

The City recently launched the BeCrimeFREE.com.au website to stakeholders to assist our residents and the business community to keep the City safe and secure.

The website consolidates all the available Community Safety and Crime Prevention services including BeCrimeALERT, Alarm Assist, free security appraisals and property marking kits, City of Belmont Community Watch, Neighbourhood Watch and the graffiti removal service. BeCrimeALERT is a fantastic tool which alerts local residents and businesses with any activity and provides useful tips.

Nominations for the 2014 City of Belmont Business Environmental Awards have opened to local businesses who demonstrate achievements in environmental or sustainability areas such as water, energy, waste, biodiversity and transport.

If your business is excelling in one of these areas, I encourage you to nominate your organisation – you never know, your organisation could be the winner of one of the four $1,000 cash prizes!

Cr. Phil Marks, Mayor

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

MIXED BUSINESS TRANSPORT SURVEYA survey of companies in the Belmont Mixed Business Zone was conducted in February 2014 to gather information on travel patterns and services that workers would like to access during their work day. The City is now using the results of this survey to advocate for improved public transport services in the area.

Many businesses voiced concerns regarding inadequate public transport services and resulting issues with cars parking on the street. Respondents identified

that they desired easier access to banks, supermarkets, restaurants, retail outlets and medical services providers.

Industrial and business districts across Belmont and the wider Perth area often lack infrastructure that supports sustainable and active travel modes such as walking and cycling. In addition, public transport services are often sporadic, limiting access to employment and increasing parking issues and traffic congestion. This restricts access

for customers and ultimately impacts on an organisation’s bottom line.

In order to make Belmont an attractive place to work and do business, the City is committed to working with the State Government to improve or introduce alternative transport solutions in our commercial and industrial districts.

To find out more about this initiative, contact the City’s TravelSmart Officer on 9477 7163 or travelsmart@belmont.wa.gov.au

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OUR COMMUNITY AND BUSINESS wIN wITH KULBARDI Australia’s first Aboriginal business and office supplies company recently opened in Belmont, cementing a unique joint-venture with national company Quick Corporate Australia (QCA).

‘Kulbardi’ the Nyoongar name for magpie – is set to offer a ‘win-win-win’ proposition for its customers, employees and the Aboriginal community as a result of a Community Investment Fund (CIF) which has been integrated into Kulbardi’s business model.

“Kulbardi is going to be a one-stop shop for all business and office supplies, from stationery to furniture and workwear to canteen services, while at the same time we will create employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal people and offer the business sector the chance to support a dynamic Aboriginal-owned business,” said Kulbardi CEO, Kim Collard.

Kulbardi is 51% Aboriginal owned and managed. The business is a joint-venture with Quick Corporate Australia.

“This is a great union for Quick Corporate Australia and makes perfect business sense given the growth stage we are at commercially,” said Darren Hayes, CEO of QCA. QCA has been operating in the Australian market for close to 20 years.

The company is focused on creating employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal people – significantly 66% of Kulbardi’s current workforce is Aboriginal. In addition, the company has an Aboriginal Employment Strategy and will seek to employ additional Aboriginal staff members as the business grows.

Kulbardi will offer a diverse range of business and office supplies, including stationery, furniture, promotional marketing, work wear, janitorial facilities, print management and kitchen and canteen services and 24/7 online ordering.

Kulbardi Pty Ltd are located at 63 Belmont Avenue, Belmont and can be contacted on 1300 551 042 or at www.kulbardi.com.au

The City of Belmont development application process has been improved. A new suite of checklists for the application forms have been tailored to the development type and zone. The checklist reduces the likelihood of a request for additional information which can cause a delay in your approval time.

For more information, contact the City’s Planning Team on 9477 7222 or visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au

Darren Hayes, Quick Corporate Australia

CEO and Kim Collard, Kulbardi CEO.

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS MADE EASIER

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FREE DIGITAL TRAINING FOR ALL BUSINESSES The Digital Enterprise Program is a FREE training program open to all businesses and not for profit organisations. The program includes group training and face to face support to help improve the way you do business and deliver services online – and all of this training, including the face-to-face mentoring, is completely free!

The training covers a variety of digital topics:

• eBiz Foundations – Confused about ‘the cloud’? Demystify the latest jargon being used in the online world and start your digital business journey.

• Design Your Own Digital Roadmap – Every business is different! Learn how to identify, evaluate and implement the right technology to fit your business needs.

• The Business Website – Discover the top ten ‘must haves’ for any small business website so it creates a positive first impression with your customers.

• Social Media: Why and How? – If your customers are using Social Media, your business should be too – learn all the Social Media DOs and DON’Ts!

• CRM in the Cloud: Better, Faster, Smarter – Thanks to the cloud, Customer Relationship Management software has never been easier to access and implement.

• Mastering Mobile Business – Get the know-how to support your customers’ mobile preferences and use your mobile devices to do business on the go.

• ABC’s of eCommerce – Make it easy for your customers to buy online from you by setting up an eStore with convenient payment and delivery options.

• Measuring Your Online Success – What gets measured, gets managed – this session provides you with the tools to measure the success of your online efforts.

All of these workshops are being run at multiple locations in Belmont and across Perth.

Visit www.digitalbizwa.com.au to register online today! For more information about the Digital Enterprise Program call Beth Caniglia on 0405 757 885 or email bethc@businessfoundations.com.au

BELMONT AND AIRPORT BUS LINKS MADE EASIERTransperth have introduced a new, more direct bus service to Perth Airport’s domestic terminals, making it easier to reach your destination.

Route 40 has been extended to link Terminals 3 and 4 directly to the Esplanade Busport via Great Eastern Highway and Fauntleroy Avenue. Running every 30 minutes during the day, the service has been modified to provide an efficient and cost effective public transport connection to the airport. Late night services are also available so you never need to worry about missing your flight.

In addition, the timetable for route 37 has been overhauled to enable a more comfortable ride for this popular service. Connecting the Perth CBD to Rivervale, Belmont Forum and Redcliffe, route 37 now runs every 10 minutes during the day, with services continuing through until after midnight. The service also continues on to Perth Airport every 30 minutes.

To find out more about public transport in Perth including timetables, route maps and fare information, visit the Transperth website at www.transperth.wa.gov.au, or contact the City’s TravelSmart Officer on 9477 7163 or email travelsmart@belmont.wa.gov.au

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As a business in the City of Belmont, you can have library items including business periodicals or resources, music and DVDs delivered straight to your door for your staff to enjoy.

This exciting new initiative, BULK Loans (Businesses utilising Library Kits), is being trialled and is only available for businesses within the City.

If you are interested to trial the FREE service, contact the library on 9477 7150 or email LibInfoDesk@belmont.wa.gov.au

FREE MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICE FOR BUSINESSES

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2014 CITY OF BELMONT BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL AwARDS

CHEMICALS OF SECURITY CONCERN The Australian Government and industry have developed a voluntary code of practice to help businesses stop terrorists gaining access to chemicals that can be used to make bombs.

The code is for importers, distributors, transporters, universities, farmers, hardware stores, pool chemical suppliers, pharmacies and any other business that sells or handles the 11 chemicals the code applies to. Applying the code is not expensive and makes good business sense. We can all work together to help keep Australia safe from terrorist attacks.

The website contains many resources designed to help businesses improve their chemical security including sector specific guidance, training information and details on the 11 high risk chemicals that terrorists can use as ingredients to make bombs.

For information and to obtain a copy of the national code of practice, visit www.chemicalsecurity.gov.au The National Security Hotline can be contacted on 1800 1234 00 or emailed at hotline@nationalsecurity.gov.au

City of Belmont Business Environmental Awards 2013 (left-right) Representatives of Gateway WA, Toyota WA, Abbot & Co Printers, Jaxon Construction and City of Belmont Mayor, Cr. Phil Marks.

The City of Belmont Business Environmental Awards recognise local businesses who demonstrate achievements in environmental or sustainability areas such as water, energy, waste, biodiversity and transport. Eligible businesses must be located within the City of Belmont or have implemented projects within the municipality.

Winners will receive one of four cash prizes of $1,000 presented at an upcoming Business Briefing Event and will be recognised by the City of Belmont.

Nominations close Wednesday, 20 August. Nominated businesses will be contacted by the City to discuss their achievements and potentially organise a brief site visit and then may require a meeting.

To nominate your business, please complete the nomination form available at www.belmont.wa.gov.au or contact the Parks and Environment Department on 9477 7257.

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These services include:

Free graffiti removal service and online reporting for criminal damage (graffiti) on all private and business property. The City of Belmont aims to remove reported criminal damage (graffiti) within 24 hours of notification.

BeCrimeALERT messaging service – Subscribe to this free SMS or email service to be quickly informed of local crime incidents and current crime prevention advice.

Free Security Appraisals – Be guided through a self-assessment or request a visit from a Crime Prevention officer to assess your home or workplace. The assessment suggests practical ways to make your property safer and more secure. For a short period of time, the City is also offering a free alarm padlock which features shock and motion sensors that activate a 110 decibel siren, if disturbed or tampered with.

Alarm Assist Program – This is a low cost intruder alarm system and monitoring service, available to both residents and businesses. The system includes a smoke detector, a duress button and movement and door sensors. It is fully installed by the RAC and monitored for three years. A range of payment plans are available.

Free property marking kits – The City provides free property marking kits for residents and businesses. Marking items can make it difficult for thieves to resell stolen goods and easier for items to be returned if they are recovered. Each kit contains an ultra violet (UV) permanent marker, a record card and warning stickers. You can collect your free property marking kit from the City of Belmont Civic Centre.

Community watch – The City of Belmont was one of the first to introduce a community watch program with 24 hour patrols by vehicles. These vehicles are now equipped with CCTV for monitoring purposes. Their role is to provide both surveillance on our streets and work with the WA Police to target areas of concern.

Neighbourhood watch – Register through the website to join your neighbourhood network and help the fight against crime. Likeminded neighbours can create an effective network of eyes and ears on the street. A safer community is brought about when people get involved in their local area and support each other in crime prevention activities. There is a Neighbourhood Watch group in Belmont with coordinators in every suburb.

The City of Belmont BeCrimeFREE Community Safety and Crime Prevention website is now live.

This exciting new portal brings together all of the City of Belmont Community Safety and Crime Prevention services that are available to residents

and businesses alike.

Other City services include a professional and dedicated team of Crime Prevention officers and CCTV in high activity areas.

For more information about these and other services available to you as a resident or business located in the City of Belmont, please visit www.becrimefree.com.au

Please report ALL instances of crime through the website above or to the City of Belmont Community watch Patrols on 1300 655 011 and in the case of emergency, to the local Police on 131 444 or Emergency 000.

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ELECTRONIC RATE NOTICESYou can now register to receive future rate notices by email, rather than by post.

To register, complete the registration form at www.belmont.wa.gov.au quicklinks – eRates or contact the City’s Rates Department on 9477 7245.

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BUSINESS DETAILS (Eligible businesses must be located in or have implemented projects within the City of Belmont)

The business I would like to nominate is:

Business name: Type of business:

Address: Phone number:

Email:

Name and location of project site (if business is located outside of the City of Belmont):

Area of achievement (please tick one or more)

Water Energy Waste

Biodiversity Transport Other (please specify)

NOMINATOR DETAILS (Anyone can nominate a business)

Name: Email:

Phone number: Relationship to business:

Nominations must be received by 5pm on Wednesday, 20 August 2014, addressed to: Nicole Davey, City of Belmont 215 Wright Street, (LMB 379) Cloverdale WA 6105 Ph: 9477 7295 Fx: 9478 1473 Email: nicole.davey@belmont.wa.gov.au

The City of Belmont Business Environmental Awards recognise local businesses demonstrating environmental or sustainability achievements in areas such as water, energy, waste, biodiversity and transport.

Winners will receive one of four cash prizes of $1,000 to encourage further investment in environmental initiatives, presented at an upcoming Business Briefing event.

Nominated businesses will be contacted by the City to discuss their achievements, which many involve a brief site visit and meeting.

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2014 CITY OF BELMONT BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL AwARDS NOMINATION FORM

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City of Belmont215 wright Street, Cloverdale wA 6105Locked Bag 379, Cloverdale wA 6985Phone: 9477 7222 Phone (A/H): 9477 7224Email: belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au www.belmont.wa.gov.au

No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the City of Belmont’s permission. Businesses will receive a copy of the Business Talk every three months. If you do not currently receive a copy, contact the Property and Economic Development team on 9477 7193.

OPPORTUNITY CARD A1 Mufflers and TowbarsUnit 4/135 Great Eastern Highway, Belmont Ph: 9479 4567A1 Mufflers and Towbars specialise in fitting exhausts and tow bars to your vehicle. Offering a professional service with over 30 years of experience.

Offering 5% discount on all services provided.

ASB Marketing2/100 Belmont Avenue, Belmont Ph: 9477 6888 www.asbmarketing.comASB Marketing is an award winning Perth-based promotional products company supplying small, medium and large businesses with a wide range of quality promotional merchandise.

Offering free art design (valued at $100) on every order.

Aussie Battlers Truck Rental223 Hardy Road, Belmont Ph: 9277 1369 / 0407 633 935Aussie Battlers is a locally owned and operated discount truck rental company offering furniture removal services and truck hire at a discounted rate.

Offering truck and driver hire for $40/hr (normally $45/hr), truck, driver and partial moving service for $80/hr (normally $90/hr), truck, driver and full moving service for $110/hr (normally $120/hr). A minimum hire time of three hours is required for this offer to be valid.

Belmont Pet ShopShop 86 Belmont Forum, 227 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale Ph: 9478 3993 belmontpetshop@iinet.net.auSupplying a variety of pets and pet products, the Belmont Pet Shop offers a wide selection from toys and leads to bird cages and fish tank accessories.

Offering 20% off all toys, collars and leads.

Boss workwear, Uniforms and Embroidery Perth167 Armadale Road, Rivervale Ph: 9472 5420/0413 100 390 sales@bossembroidery.com.au Boss Workwear, Uniforms and Embroidery is a WA family owned and operated business specialising in personalised embroidery custom logos. We can turn any logo into a great promotional tool for your business. We offer a large range of promotional products and clothing.

Offering free digitizing of logos for orders over 20 garments or free set up costs for screen printing with orders over 50 garments or bags. Trade welcome.

Bravo Hire Mid Metro247 Great Eastern Highway, Belmont Ph: 9277 4400For all landscaping, trailer and general equipment needs for the contractor or home handyman, you are sure to find exactly what you need at Bravo Hire.

Offering 10% discount on all hiring over the value of $80.

Classic Bookbinders96 Belmont Ave, Rivervale Ph: 9479 4777 reception@classicbookbinders.com.au www.classicbookbinders.com.auClassic BookBinders are the award winning leaders in book design and custom made books. Specialising in repairs and restoration of old or damaged books, they offer a quality range of albums presentation books and boxes, files, menus, university thesis and much more.

Offering 5% discount on all services.

Ian Diffen The Tyre Factory Belmont27 Belgravia Street, Belmont Ph: 9277 3811 belmont@citydiscounttyres.com.auIan Diffen has access to all brands of tyres for a variety of vehicles at very competitive prices and stock batteries for virtually every application. They can align your vehicle, check your brakes and suspension and stock a wide range of batteries.

Offering small car tyres from $64, large car tyres from $79 and wheel alignment plus rotation and balance for $65.

ItechworldShop 14, 49 Great Eastern Highway, Rivervale Ph: 9472 7200 www.itechworld.com.auItechworld provides portable satellite TV and solar products perfect for the keen traveller, camper, 4 wheel driver, and RV enthusiast.

Offering 5% discount on Itechworld branded products.

Looksmart AlterationsBelmont Forum Shopping Centre (near woolworths) Cloverdale wA 6105 Ph: 9478 5855Whether it’s formalwear, leather, trousers, jackets, shirts, skirts or dresses, get the look and fit you want with Looksmart Alterations, the stylist tailor for all of your alteration needs.

Offering pants or jeans shortening in one hour for $14.99 (standard hem only).

Professional Counselling & Massage TherapyPh: 9277 6527Multi-award winner Rosanna Jackson provides professional counselling to help people understand and resolve any problems or concerns. Rosanna also provides massage therapy for muscle tension, stress, aches and pains. By appointment only.

Offering $10 off the initial service.

Ora Sports Fitness237 Knutsford Avenue, Belmont Ph: 0478 723 181 / 0413 731 356 sam@orasportsfitness.com.au www.orasportsfitness.com.au Ora Sports Fitness is a fully equipped 24/7 Gym and Kickboxing for Fitness Gym. Ora Sports Fitness is also a Registered Training Organisation delivering Certificates 3 and 4 in Fitness to become a qualified Personal Trainer and Gym Instructor.

Offering $20 discount to the access card fee for the 24/7 Gym. Enrolments in Certificate 3 or 4 in Fitness receive one free personal training session to the value of $80.

Parry’s Carpets & Floorcoverings203 Alexander Road, Belmont Ph: 9478 5588 www.parryscarpets.com.auFor the best prices and best service on carpet, timber or vinyl flooring, come and see our family company that has been in business for over 20 years. Open 7 days a week.

Offering $50 discount on purchases over $500 from the wide range of carpets, timbers and vinyls. One voucher per sale.

Realtywest52 Belvidere Street, Belmont Ph: 9277 7222 / 0416 193 008 mail@realtywest.com.au www.realtywest.com.auRealtyWest is a professional and dynamic family owned real estate business dedicated to exceeding your expectations as a seller, buyer or landlord.

Offering a $500 sponsorship to any City of Belmont registered junior sporting club at settlement when selling any property within the City of Belmont.

Rechitects Pty Ltd7B Harrow Place, Kewdale Ph: 0433 490 048 rechitects@yahoo.comRechitects Pty Ltd is a professional architectural office specialising in residential, commercial mixed use development, interior design and fit out. With over 10 years experience, they can provide all your development needs.

Offering a free initial consultation and $599 for schematic design and feasibility study.

Storage King Perth Airport51 Redcliffe Road, Redcliffe Ph: 9477 4100 perthairport@storageking.com.au www.storageperthairport.com.auStorage King Perth Airport is a locally owned self storage facility located close to the Airport. The facility boasts 24/7 access – perfect for FIFO, residential and commercial clients alike. With a full box shop and a preferred removalist list, Storage King is a one stop shop providing simple storage solutions.

Offering 50% off the first month of storage or 25% off the cost of boxes.

Present your Opportunity Card at these businesses for fantastic special offers and discounts.

Opportunity Cards must be presented at the time of purchase/service for offers to be valid. Conditions may apply and offers are subject to change.