The South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce is a strong, high profile, pro-active and supportive organisation that represents business and communities by promoting growth, effectively lobbying government and advocating a buy local policy.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Held monthly, these functions are becoming more and more popular. Businesses nominate to hold these functions with the Chambers support. At times there have been as many as 110 members/guests at once. Not only do you get to keep in touch with what other businesses are doing, you have the chance to network within a friendly, comfortable and relaxed environment.
CHAMBER NEWSLETTER
Provides you with important and current information about our region. The Newsletter is produced in electronic form and available for viewing via our website. As our member you have an opportunity to advertise your business at a very reasonable rate.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
While you are using Chamber resources to improve your business, Chamber staff and volunteers are using our collective strength to improve the region's business climate and build a more prosperous community for all.
CORPORATE GOLF DAY
FOR!!!! A perpetual trophy is up for grabs whilst members socialise, network and interact as well as test their skills on the course. Whether you can hit a ball or not this event has always been a lot of fun for all who have attended. There are prizes, food and drink to be had at this annual event.
LOBBY GROUPS
The South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce exists to further interests of its members and their enterprises. A strong Chamber of Commerce can be a powerful lobby voice on behalf of business to Government at all levels.
MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
Membership offers a variety of ways to gain exposure for your business, from annual events to online advertising, to target marketing. Chamber members enjoy exclusive opportunities to promote their business to prospective new customers from throughout the region. All of these opportunities are designed to maximize your investment, both in time and money.
MEMBERSHIP LISTS
When you become a member you receive upon request a membership list of the South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce members.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES & NEW BUSINESS CONTACTS
Every function you are involved in as a member of the South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce is an opportunity for you to network and promote your business. We hold numerous events each year from networking receptions and breakfast briefings to black-tie dinners and golf days. We attract truly great guest speakers from the world of business who will inspire and enthuse you.
Our events are the ideal place to enable growth of your business network and make new business contacts. We can all learn from the people in business around us, whether it's help with an obstacle you need to overcome or discovering the latest trends in your area, making fresh business contacts could help you on the road to even more success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce is continually developing alliances with the providers of education and training sourcing materials that meet the specific industry needs of our members. Through its own internal resources or through its external committees, the Chamber of Commerce can offer its members advice and consultation on various issues. One of the most effective ways of promoting member participation is through action calls. The Chamber provides members with the tools they need to make their voices heard.
REGIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS
This event recognises the excellence and achievement provided from local businesses. Both local Newspapers focus on this event, so being nominated for an award is just as effective as winning an award. In the past winners from this event have gone on to be nominated and even win the Telstra Regional Business Awards which proves this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your business.
Nomination forms can be obtained through the (Members Only) section of the website.
TRADE EXPO
This event is renowned for its success in promoting businesses. Here you have an opportunity to promote your business at a local Shopping Centre. Each year members are astounded by the amount of customers they procure from advertising their business at a shopping centre. Known as one of the fastest ways to introduce yourself to your community this event is usually booked out in advance.
SEMINARS
Seminars are held regularly, either at breakfast or in the evening, to inform members of new and current trends in government and technology. They are specifically designed for professional growth. Ensuring quality of service the Chamber of Commerce listens to its members and provides seminars on topics that interest them.
SPRING FESTIVAL
The South Coast Regional Chambers of Commerce Rockingham Spring Festival has become one of the largest festivals in Western Australia. Winner of the 2003 & 2006 Premier’s Australia Day Active Citizenship Award. Locals consider this their Royal Show. With entertainment, rides, prizes, fireworks and an exciting atmosphere, your business can only excel being on show at this event. Each year this Festival grows bigger and better. Due to heavy demands to promote at this event, early bookings are a must.
TRADE MATCH DIRECTORY
As a member of the Chamber your business will be registered with our website Trade Directory. Members of the general public seeking local services will have the opportunity to locate your business either by category or a keyword. This directory also has Rockingham and Kwinana Councils and all large industries available to companies seeking local services. Each member will have a hyperlink to their own website to enable easy access to assist the public.
