Another successful Christmas on Belmore was held on Friday 19th December 2008 from 5:00pm until 9:00pm. There was fun for all the family with a Christmas Dressup Parade held at Little Tots Shop to commence the evening.
At 6:00pm Santa appeared on the balcony of the Yarrawonga Shire Hall to the delight of the waiting children below. Santa then climbed aboard a fire truck for a quick trip around town before taking to the street and then joining the fun at the 2nd Annual Banger Eating Competition. Many great prizes were on offer for this event hosted by Belmores Butchery.
At 7:00pm the Yarrawonga Mulwala Ecumenical Choir delighted passers by with their beautiful Christmas Carols on the steps of the Yarrawonga Shire Hall.
There was also a jumping castle and ferris wheel providing free rides for the children thanks to the Community Health Centre.
8:00pm saw the first of the prize draws with Dana McErvale and Leigh Dolby each winning a $100 shopping spree and then at 9:00pm the major prize of a $1000 shopping spree was won by 3 year old Jassy Seach.
The Respite House Appeal committee also drew their raffles so more prizes were up for grabs.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Community Christmas Tree
Yarrawonga Mulwala can celebrate Christmas this year with a Community Christmas Tree.
After several years of thwarted attempts the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce have been successful in supplying power to the Fir Tree on the Yarrawonga Foreshore so that the tree can be lit up for Christmas.
The tree will be decorated with ornaments made by Yarrawonga and Sacred Heart Primary Schools and lights have also been purchased.
Our Community Christmas Tree will come alive for the first time on Monday 1st December at 8:30pm. The celebration will begin at 8:00pm with entertainment provided by Yarrawonga Secondary College bands and the Yarrawonga Mulwala Ecumenical Choir.
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all those involved in the Community Christmas Tree including the Yarrawonga and Sacred Heart Primary Schools, The Yarrawonga Secondary College, the Yarrawonga Mulwala Ecumenical Choir, Jim Carroll of Yarra Tree Lopping for his assistance in hanging the decorations and Brett James Electrical. Thanks are also extended to the Alexander Park Club, Yarrawonga Mulwala Development, the Mulwala Ski Club and the Moira Shire Council for their financial contributions to the project.
YMCC have also been successful in obtaining permission from Powercor to attach banners to their power poles in Belmore Street thanks to an innovative new banner design by Baymedia.
Colourful Christmas banners designed by local designer BT Designs will be up in time for Christmas and after the festive season the second banner will be erected to brighten Belmore Street for the rest of the year.
After several years of thwarted attempts the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce have been successful in supplying power to the Fir Tree on the Yarrawonga Foreshore so that the tree can be lit up for Christmas.
The tree will be decorated with ornaments made by Yarrawonga and Sacred Heart Primary Schools and lights have also been purchased.
Our Community Christmas Tree will come alive for the first time on Monday 1st December at 8:30pm. The celebration will begin at 8:00pm with entertainment provided by Yarrawonga Secondary College bands and the Yarrawonga Mulwala Ecumenical Choir.
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all those involved in the Community Christmas Tree including the Yarrawonga and Sacred Heart Primary Schools, The Yarrawonga Secondary College, the Yarrawonga Mulwala Ecumenical Choir, Jim Carroll of Yarra Tree Lopping for his assistance in hanging the decorations and Brett James Electrical. Thanks are also extended to the Alexander Park Club, Yarrawonga Mulwala Development, the Mulwala Ski Club and the Moira Shire Council for their financial contributions to the project.
YMCC have also been successful in obtaining permission from Powercor to attach banners to their power poles in Belmore Street thanks to an innovative new banner design by Baymedia.
Colourful Christmas banners designed by local designer BT Designs will be up in time for Christmas and after the festive season the second banner will be erected to brighten Belmore Street for the rest of the year.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
A word from the President
Just wanted to thank everyone for attendance at the meeting on Tuesday 21st October. We pushed quickly through the agenda and managed to get everyone home at a reasonable hour. I'm certainly one for a quick meeting so if ever things need more discussion or think time, please let me know. The idea with the sub committees is that they put in the time required between meetings discussing issues and bring recommendations to be ratified at the monthly meetings.
Thanks also to everyone who put their name up for sub committees, we have a great cross section of business people on the Chamber and so should be able to come up with good ideas on promoting business in Yarrawonga Mulwala, and the Chamber to the business community. I envisage sub committees meeting once a month, however informal, be it a 10 - 15 minute get together or a joint communication via email. We all need to think of ideas and issues which need addressing and come up with a priority plan to put them in place. Please feel free to put your ideas and email to Pauline for circulation.
Pauline has done some great work on the street banners and we all look forward to the day when there is something other than power lines hanging from the poles. Great to be getting funding from Moira Shire to go towards our Banners and Christmas Tree.
Judy has spent some time trying to come up with a promotion to get the message out to potential tourists that Yarrawonga Mulwala has got plenty of water and is keen to accommodate all tourists. The "Shop Local" and "Petrol Promotion" would allow us to access the funding currently available from Moira Shire. The upcoming Christmas on Belmore planning will also be commencing soon.
It would also be good to have one social/networking evening before the end of the year and look forward to hearing from that sub committee soon.
We need to hold further discussions with Rotary regarding our role in the Business Excellence Awards. The Chambers name is connected with the awards night and it is important that all avenues are explored towards the ongoing success of these important awards recognising and congratulating business people for their contribution to our communities.
Congratulations to Penne and her sub committee for the fantastic job they have done in putting the 3 Hour Sale promotion together. We had over 60 businesses taking part and a budget of over $13000 which enabled advertising to reach out to a huge population. This should turn into $$$$$$$ in our tils!! That will put a smile on all our faces. Congratulations again!
The issues of car parking and retail space in Yarrawonga are issues that need to be pursued diligently with our new council in the new year.
Thanks for your time and contribution and lets all rejoice to the sounds of ringing tils.
Yours in Business
Dominic Fotia
President.
Thanks also to everyone who put their name up for sub committees, we have a great cross section of business people on the Chamber and so should be able to come up with good ideas on promoting business in Yarrawonga Mulwala, and the Chamber to the business community. I envisage sub committees meeting once a month, however informal, be it a 10 - 15 minute get together or a joint communication via email. We all need to think of ideas and issues which need addressing and come up with a priority plan to put them in place. Please feel free to put your ideas and email to Pauline for circulation.
Pauline has done some great work on the street banners and we all look forward to the day when there is something other than power lines hanging from the poles. Great to be getting funding from Moira Shire to go towards our Banners and Christmas Tree.
Judy has spent some time trying to come up with a promotion to get the message out to potential tourists that Yarrawonga Mulwala has got plenty of water and is keen to accommodate all tourists. The "Shop Local" and "Petrol Promotion" would allow us to access the funding currently available from Moira Shire. The upcoming Christmas on Belmore planning will also be commencing soon.
It would also be good to have one social/networking evening before the end of the year and look forward to hearing from that sub committee soon.
We need to hold further discussions with Rotary regarding our role in the Business Excellence Awards. The Chambers name is connected with the awards night and it is important that all avenues are explored towards the ongoing success of these important awards recognising and congratulating business people for their contribution to our communities.
Congratulations to Penne and her sub committee for the fantastic job they have done in putting the 3 Hour Sale promotion together. We had over 60 businesses taking part and a budget of over $13000 which enabled advertising to reach out to a huge population. This should turn into $$$$$$$ in our tils!! That will put a smile on all our faces. Congratulations again!
The issues of car parking and retail space in Yarrawonga are issues that need to be pursued diligently with our new council in the new year.
Thanks for your time and contribution and lets all rejoice to the sounds of ringing tils.
Yours in Business
Dominic Fotia
President.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
3 Hour Sale Bigger and Better Than Ever
The 7th Annual 3 Hour Sale will be held this Thursday 30th October from 11:00am - 2:00pm. This years sale promises to be bigger and better than ever with 61 businesses participating.Watch out for the sale posters in shop windows and brightly coloured T shirts and hats to indicate which businesses are participating.
Participating businesses will have vouchers which enable you to enter the draw for one of two $500 prizes of shopping vouchers at participating businesses. Photo supplied by Yarrawonga Chronicle.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce was held on Tuesday 23rd September. A delicious 2 course meal was served at Coops restaurant which was thoroughly enjoyed by the 31 people in attendance.
Dominic Fotia was elected president for the coming year with John Pattison to serve as Vice President. Pauline Wilson and Chris Gardner will continue as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Gail McCully and Judy and Kirsty Heather were welcomed to the committee. Penne Tregenza resigned from the committee and was thanked for her service over many years on the retail promotions sub committee.
Past President of Business Wangaratta, Trevor Barry, was guest speaker and spoke of his experiences during the rebuilding phase of this organisation.
Meetings of the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce are held on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at the Victoria Hotel.
Dominic Fotia was elected president for the coming year with John Pattison to serve as Vice President. Pauline Wilson and Chris Gardner will continue as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Gail McCully and Judy and Kirsty Heather were welcomed to the committee. Penne Tregenza resigned from the committee and was thanked for her service over many years on the retail promotions sub committee.
Past President of Business Wangaratta, Trevor Barry, was guest speaker and spoke of his experiences during the rebuilding phase of this organisation.
Meetings of the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce are held on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at the Victoria Hotel.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Yarrawonga Skills Store
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce is proud to support the new Yarrawonga Skills Store. YNH Services in partnership with the Wodonga Skills Store will launch the Yarrawonga Skills Store on Tuesday 2nd September from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Coops Restaurant. Finger food will be served and drinks are available at bar prices.Skills stores help people gain recognition for current skills and provide guidance on how best to gain qualifications or update or improve existing qualifications. All participants receive a referral to a Registered Training Organisation for recognition of their skills against a qualification and a $250 voucher towards this recognition process.
Anyone who is interested in finding out more about Skills Stores is invited to attend the Launch. RSVP to office@ynhservices.org.au
Farmers Market for Yarrawonga
Belmore Street Yarrawonga moves closer to the reality of a Farmers Market. It is proposed that the Market be held one Sunday each month. The objective is to assist local farmers to promote thier product and to increase the viabilty of Sunday trading.
Moira Shire Council have received funding from Regional Development Victoria to conduct a Feasibility Study. There are three steps to the process. Firstly the viabiltiy of the site was assessed, then the Belmore Street Traders were consulted and finally an audit is being conducted to ensure there is sufficient local produce to support the market. If all these things can be ticked off, further funding can then be accessed to set up the market.
Farmers Markets operate under very strict guidelines. Stall holders sell only local produce and it is the producer who sells to the consumer. Shoppers can be assured of obtaining fresh local produce about which they are able to talk to the person who grew it!
Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce Vice President, Penne Tregenza, reports that there has been very positive feedback from the local traders.
Moira Shire Council have received funding from Regional Development Victoria to conduct a Feasibility Study. There are three steps to the process. Firstly the viabiltiy of the site was assessed, then the Belmore Street Traders were consulted and finally an audit is being conducted to ensure there is sufficient local produce to support the market. If all these things can be ticked off, further funding can then be accessed to set up the market.
Farmers Markets operate under very strict guidelines. Stall holders sell only local produce and it is the producer who sells to the consumer. Shoppers can be assured of obtaining fresh local produce about which they are able to talk to the person who grew it!
Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce Vice President, Penne Tregenza, reports that there has been very positive feedback from the local traders.
Thursday, August 21, 2008
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting of the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce will be held on Tuesday 23rd of September at Coops Food Bar Functions in Belmore Street Yarrawonga.
The evening will commence at 6:00pm. A two course dinner will be served at a cost of $20.00 per head.
The meeting will be conducted between courses and followed by the Guest Speaker for the evening "Tank" Barry. Tank is the Past President of Business Wangaratta.
All Yarrawonga Mulwala Business people are invited to attend. But please remember to RSVP for catering purposes by 15th September.
To RSVP or for further information contact the Secretary, Pauline Wilson on 0409 022 341 or by email at info@ymbiz.com.au
The evening will commence at 6:00pm. A two course dinner will be served at a cost of $20.00 per head.
The meeting will be conducted between courses and followed by the Guest Speaker for the evening "Tank" Barry. Tank is the Past President of Business Wangaratta.
All Yarrawonga Mulwala Business people are invited to attend. But please remember to RSVP for catering purposes by 15th September.
To RSVP or for further information contact the Secretary, Pauline Wilson on 0409 022 341 or by email at info@ymbiz.com.au
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Visit Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce Website
Why not pay a visit ot the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce website
You can find out more about Membership, Networking and find businesses in Yarrwawonga and Mulwala.
You can find out more about Membership, Networking and find businesses in Yarrwawonga and Mulwala.
Networking & 3 Hour Sale Information Night
More than 30 people attended a very successful Networking event at Fencing and Outdoor Building Solutions on Wednesday 18th June. Many great new ideas for the upcoming 3 Hour Sale were provided by those present.
The 3 Hour Sale, now in its seventh year is the major retail promotion conducted by the Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce. It has become one of the best promotional days for the year. All businesses are encouraged to become involved.
For more informationa contact Penne on 5744 1076 or Roger on 5744 1033
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Powercor Moira Shire Business Excellence Awards
Members attended the Powercor Moira Shire Business Excellence Awards on Friday 2nd May 2008. The Yarrawonga Shire Hall was a magnificent venue for the event decorated with sensational floral arrangements by member business Country Flowers. A delicious three course meal featuring local produce was served.
The Guest speaker for the evening was the very entertaining Robyn Moore, the voice of Blinky Bill.
Local Yarrawonga business Belmore Butchery were winners of the Retail Excellence Award with their employee Paul Loechel also taking out the Customer Service Award.
The Guest speaker for the evening was the very entertaining Robyn Moore, the voice of Blinky Bill.
Local Yarrawonga business Belmore Butchery were winners of the Retail Excellence Award with their employee Paul Loechel also taking out the Customer Service Award.
Inquiry on Rural & Regional Tourism
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce was invited to present to the Parliamentary Inquiry on Rural and Regional Tourism at the Yarrawonga Public Hearing on 20th March 2008. Issues covered during the presentation included the lake levels and the need for a new bridge. The issue of skill shortages and local education opportunities for school leavers were also discussed including the proposed new education precinct.
Business After Dark
The very first Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce Business After Dark event was held at All Bearings and Spares on Friday 11th April 2008. Approximately 30 people attended the function. The Business Card draw for a Free Membership was won by Body Power Personal Training. Thanks to Shane & Katie Cummins for hosting the event.
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