Newsletter March 2024

Message from the Chair

The CGHB is a not for profit small business networking and advocacy group. We are run by a board of volunteers who all have an interest in small business via ownership, consulting, or education.

We are apolitical and do not seek financial assistance from Government sources. Membership fees and our events are our only source of income. For us to remain 100% independent we need support from the small business community by becoming members.

With that support we will continue to offer affordable membership, hold monthly business networking events and provide an independent voice for small businesses in Greater Hobart.

Edwin Johnstone
Chair, Confederation of Greater Hobart Business


March 2024 Business Networking Event

Change Management and Team Development

Discover the untapped power within you with Trish Goodfield. Unlocking human potential isn’t about finding a magical key, it’s about tapping into your own unique ‘weird wisdom’, as Trish calls it.

With over two decades of experience, Trish specializes in guiding individuals and organizations to discover this inner wisdom and unleash a world of possibilities.

  • Location: 83 Salamanca Place, Hobart
  • Date: Tuesday 19th March 2024
  • Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
  • Cost: $10 members / $20 non members

Food and drinks will be provided. Open to members and non-members, our events are a chance to connect with people in the Greater Hobart area, discuss local issues, share advice, and offer support.


April 2024 Event

Candidates Forum, Legislative Council Election for Hobart

We will be holding a candidate’s forum for the upcoming Legislative Council Election for the seat of Hobart. Polling day is on Saturday 4 May 2024. More details to follow as candidates are announced.

  • Location: 52 Hampden Rd, Battery Point
  • Date: Tuesday 16th April 2024
  • Time: 6:00pm

MEDIA RELEASE: Is a backflip all that bad?

During this current Tasmanian State election campaign plenty of terms and slogans are being bandied around in equal measure by both major parties.

Terms like moving forward, strong plan and cost of living relief are used when they describe themselves but what words are used to describe each other’s actions when it comes to policy changes?



Welcome to new member LINK Business Brokers


Welcome to our new member Work PS

Fiona McCarthy consults in Workplace Psychosocial Risk Management, providing learning and development for businesses.

If your organisation is already on board with the idea of wellbeing at work the Fiona will help you take the next step.


Welcome to new member R&S Dance Revolution

For nearly 25 years they have provided the Greater Hobart area with quality non-competitive dance classes for ages 2-16+ years.

They make dance fun, engaging and exciting for all of our students, in a nurturing environment where truly everyone is a star.


TCCI Membership

All financial members of the Confederation of Greater Hobart Business receive a subsidiary base level membership of the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) valued at $440.


Become a Member of CGHB

Annual Membership is $55 and includes:

  • Subsidiary TCCI membership through Chamber Alliance (Value $440)
  • 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.

About Us

The CGHB is a not for profit small business networking and advocacy group. We are run by a board of volunteers who all have an interest in small business via ownership, consulting, or education.

We hold monthly business networking events and provide an independent voice for small businesses in Greater Hobart.