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.
After many hours of negotiations with the relevant bodies and lots of fund raising these great new colourful banners have been erected in Belmore Street Yarrawonga. 
The first Yarrawonga Farmers Market will be held on Sunday 23rd May 2009 in Piper Street Yarrawonga. The market will be an authentic Farmers Market providing direct access to local producers. A great family outing is assured with lots of fun including buskers and other entertainment. Entry is by gold coin donation. Proceeds to local community groups.
Chamber members at Breakfast with Harry M Miller
President Dominic Fotia meets Harry M Miller 
The Yarrawonga Mulwala Chamber of Commerce presents Harry M. Miller live in Yarrawonga Mulwala on Tuesday 31st March at Clubmulwala Auditorium commencing at 7:30pm. Dinner will commence at 6:30pm.
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