Message from the Chair
Thank you to everyone that supported the Confederation last year by attending one of our monthly business networking events.
These events had speakers presenting on a range of topics from Psychosocial Risk Management, Consumer Trends, Tasmanian Startups, and Sound HR Practices.
Our events are a chance to connect with people in the Greater Hobart area, discuss local issues, share advice, and offer support.
Events are open to members and non-members and will start up again in February. Details to follow at cghb.org.au/events.
Edwin Johnstone
Chair, Confederation of Greater Hobart Business
Push for Outdoor Live Music in Salamanca
Confederation chair Edwin Johnstone supports the calls for a trial of live outdoor music on Sundays between 12pm and 8pm on Salamanca Place saying Salamanca Market has traditionally had live music, “so I see this move as long overdue”.
“Salamanca is Hobart’s premier entertainment precinct, and we should always be looking at ways to enhance the experience,” he said.
“The arts are a very important part of Hobart’s culture fabric, but live music is one area that needs encouragement”.
“With Dark MOFO taking a pause this year, now is the perfect time to come up with new ideas to enhance the visitor experience not just in Salamanca but greater Hobart as a whole.”
More info: cghb.org.au/live-music
Become a Member of CGHB
Annual Membership is $55 and includes:
- Subsidiary TCCI membership through Chamber Alliance (Value $399)
- Advocacy on your behalf to Local and State Governments.
- Regular networking events with discounted rates for members.
- Your business is promoted on our website.
- Opportunities to market your business to our members.
- Regular online newsletters.
More info: cghb.org.au/membership
Free and Independent Advice for Small Business
Are you starting a business or looking to expand your business. Business.gov.au has launched a new Business plan tool to help you.
The tool takes about 30-60 minutes to complete. At the end, you will have the option to download or email your tailored business plan.
More info: cghb.org.au/business-plan-tool
Business Growth Loan Scheme
The $60 million Business Growth Loan Scheme provides loans to assist Tasmanian businesses to develop, expand or undertake new projects, that promote growth in the Tasmanian economy and align with the Tasmanian Government’s strategic objectives.
The scheme will open for applications until 5pm, 20 December 2024 or until all funding has been utilised, whichever occurs first.
More info: cghb.org.au/business-growth
TCCI Membership
Did you know that your Confederation membership comes with a subsidiary TCCI membership through Chamber Alliance.
More info: cghb.org.au/tcci