Message from the Chair
Spring is a time for fresh starts, and it’s the same in business. As the weather warms, it’s a great opportunity to reflect, refresh, and refocus on what matters most.
This month, we’re excited to offer events and resources to help you sharpen your skills, strengthen your workplace, and connect with others in our business community.
From learning how to present with confidence, to understanding your workplace obligations, there are plenty of ways to grow both personally and professionally.
Edwin Johnstone
Chair, Confederation of Greater Hobart Business
Hobart Business Networking Event -September 16
How to Smash That Presentation: Small Business Essentials
Forget “winging it” – today’s audiences expect more than slides and spiel. In a world of short attention spans and endless distractions, you need to hook people fast and keep them with you.
Join Theo Kapodistrias – award-winning lawyer, speaker, author, and TEDxHobart Executive Director as he reveals his step-by-step process to prep with confidence and deliver with impact.
Location: L2 / 83 Salamanca Place, Hobart
Date & Time: Tues 16 September, 5:30–7:00 pm
Cost: Members $15 | Non-members $29
Tickets: cghb-september-2025.eventbrite.com.au
6 ways to spring clean your small business
Spring cleaning is a big focus this time of year, so why not take some time to give your business a once-over?
There are lots of ways you can refresh your business and ensure you’re running as efficiently as possible.
Australia Post to Resume US Deliveries
Australia Post will resume business deliveries to the United States on September 25, after reaching a temporary solution to new tariffs and strict payment requirements.
Shipments were suspended in late August in response to a White House move that imposes a flat 10% duty on most Australian imports.
The pause had disrupted the flow of parcels, prompting concern among Australian businesses that rely on timely deliveries to the US market.
Workplace Relations Helpline Service
Small business owners and managers can access free, immediate advice through the Workplace Relations Helpline on (but not limited to) the following topics:
- Compliance with Fair Work Act obligations
- Employee awards, pay rates and leave entitlements
- Workplace policies and procedures
- Managing underperformance
- Dealing with workplace conflict
WorkSafe Advisory Service
Want your workplace to be healthy and safe?
WorkSafe Tasmania Advisors can offer your small business free support with getting your consultation and other safety issues up to date.
Rostrum Is Your Local Public Speaking Training
Visit a Rostrum club to see how to speak more effectively, and conduct effective meetings. Trained coaches give you feedback, and members provide encouragement and support.
Rostrum’s goal is to help members improve their speaking and meeting skills through regular practise at club meetings.
More Details: cghb.org.au/rostrum
TCCI Membership via CGHB
Did you know? As part of the Tasmanian Chamber Alliance, all financial members of CGHB automatically receive a Subsidiary base-level membership of the TCCI, valued at $440.
Welcome New Members
Shaping Change
Shaping Change exists to help individuals, teams and organisations be the best they can possibly be: to release true potential.
Managing director, Ros Cardinal and her team bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and energy to expertly nut out the real issues in your workplace, then develop and deliver tailored solutions, either online or face to face.
Next Chapter Celebrant
Carolyn Docking is a Hobart based funeral and marriage celebrant. She is passionate about people having their own choices and wants to work with people to make that happen so their special day is exactly how they want it to be.
Joiner Flourishing Pathway
Joiner Flourishing Pathway is a culmination of a research journey which brings together scientific data on attachment theory, wellbeing, and family philosophy while asking the question: how do we best facilitate flourishing, happy, contented people?
Healthy Shack Tech
An local ICT company they feature a team of professionals with robust academic backgrounds who hold themselves to high standards of diligence and commitment.
With a focus on unique projects, they are dedicated to spearheading digital transformation among businesses in Tasmania.
Become a Member of CGHB
Annual membership is just $55 and includes:
- Subsidiary TCCI membership (Value $440).
- Advocacy to Local and State Governments on your behalf.
- Discounted rates for networking events.
- Promotion of your business on our website.
- Opportunities to market your business to other members.
- Regular online newsletters with news, updates, and resources.
About CGHB
The CGHB is a not-for-profit small business networking and advocacy group run by a volunteer board passionate about supporting local business.
We hold monthly networking events and provide an independent voice for small businesses across Greater Hobart.