Come and meet your industry colleagues: hear a range of guest presenters and learn about: Tapping into all the benefits of Shire Tourism, Growing successful tourist products, Taking the mystery out of marketing by understanding your customers, Sales and Marketing tips, ideas and practical advice from external industry specialists and How to take an effective leap into the international tourism arena.

Women account for a third of all small business operators in NSW, two thirds of start-ups, and are dynamic partners in many family businesses. ‘Rendezvous’ is a not-for-profit business network group whose motto is ‘Share…Learn…Grow’. Whether you are new to business and would like guidance, or have been in business for some time and would like inspiration to keep moving forward, join us for an evening of networking and insight into business success.

There are many government assistance programs to help your business. Here's where you hear about them. Whether it's access to market information, grant assistance and tools to grow your business, or training and vocational education, come and listen to industry experts explain how to grow your business.

COMMSEC will provide an update and an outlook on the market and the economy, after on of the most volatile periods on record. In addition, some basics about the market, trading and its mechanics will be presented.

Read all about it! Shire-based journalist Fran Molloy shares her tips on how to get your own headline in the mainstream media and combine offline and online media exposure. Peter Polesel will explore 5 key strategies you need to run an effective online campaign in 2010. Peter specialises in search engine visibility and social media strategies. If you rely on computers at work or home, this is an opportunity to hear the latest in technology development, meet local IT service providers and make new business contacts.