Latest news from the Plenty Food Group
17 May 2010
In this edition….
- Fine Food Australia
- VECCI Environmental Opportunity Assessment
- Put Your Best Product Forward
- Post Food and Hotel Asia 2010
- Buy Local Campaign
- The Governor of Victoria Export Awards
- Regional Industry Showcase
- Dubai / India / Shanghai
- Employment Online Initiative
- Autumn Food Business Newsletter
- NBAA Breakfast
- Supplier Expo
- Hume Business Breakfast with Peter Switzer
- Skills for Growth – The Workforce Development Program
- Annual Dinner
Fine Food Australia
22-25 September 2010
The Plenty Food Group Regional stand is almost full. We have a limited opportunity to take additional space for more exhibitors, but you must act before Wednesday 19 May.
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VECCI Environmental Opportunity Assessment
Only 30 Free On-Site Assessments Available!
Find out how your business can save money and reduce its environmental impact, with a VECCI environmental opportunity assessment. It's quick and easy! A VECCI Sustainability Services Consultant will come to you, assess your business and recommend activities that you can undertake quickly and affordably. For a limited time businesses have the chance to book an on-site opportunity assessment, normally valued at $499, for no charge at all!
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Put Your Best Product Forward
What is Your Flagship Product?
We would like to know what you consider to be your flagship product, the one product that truly represents your business or will be your next big seller. This information will assist the Plenty Food Group to plan our Annual Dinner, provide information to National and International buyers and more. Email information of your flagship product to Marshall Dwyer.
Post Food and Hotel Asia 2010
Singapore April 2010
The Plenty Food Group recently returned from our second exhibition in Singapore. The delegation generated some very promising leads for those in attendance as well as some for manufacturers back in Melbourne from most regions throughout the Asia Pacific.
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Buy Local Campaign
June / July 2010, Westfield Plenty Valley Shopping Centre
The Plenty Food Group will be working with Westfield to promote our local manufacturers who supply to their fresh food businesses. If you supply to these retailers and would like to take part, email Marshall Dwyer. More information to follow soon.
The Governor of Victoria Export Awards
Entries Close 9 July 2010
The Governor of Victoria Export Awards is one of the most prestigious business awards in Victoria. If you’re a Victorian company currently exporting, a Governor of Victoria Export Award could give your business the stamp of success it deserves – providing you with recognition in the local and international marketplace. This year, all Victorian exporters – big or small, new or experienced, and exporters in regional Victoria are invited to enter.
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Regional Industry Showcase
August 2010, La Trobe University
This event supported by the Plenty Food Group, North Link and the Federal Government will showcase our region’s exporters to buyers and Austrade representatives. There are up to 20 spaces available to food manufacturers. You can register your interest to Marshall Dwyer, with more information available soon.
Dubai / India / Shanghai
Do You Want to Exhibit in These or Other Regions?
The Plenty Food Group has had some enquiries about other international trade shows besides FHA and HOFEX. We can assist in various ways if we are made aware of your interest. This can range from providing basic information and contacts to organising and hosting delegations. If you have a keen interest to exhibit in any region, contact Marshall Dwyer to discover what assistance can be available.
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Employment Online Initiative
Coming Very Soon.
This initiative is in its final testing and will be available soon. All food manufacturers will be able to utilise this web tool to promote their vacancies and have them communicated to our region’s employment agencies and groups.
Autumn Food Business Newsletter
RDV and DPI Newsletter
The latest Newsletter is now available.
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NBAA Breakfast
Thursday 3 June 2010, Preston
Guest Speaker: Kenneth Davidson, Senior Columnist with The Age will be presenting on the topic of “Tackling the Big Issues: Water - Desalination - And More”.
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Supplier Expo
Wednesday 23 June, South Morang
This event showcases the goods and services of suppliers to our food industry directly and conveniently local. More information is about to be released.
Hume Business Breakfast with Peter Switzer
Friday 28 May 2010, Tullamarine
Peter Switzer is a leading business and financial commentator, launching his own business 20 years ago which has since grown into three successful companies spanning media and publishing, financial services and business coaching. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s leading financial experts, as well as building on your business networks and knowledge.
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Skills for Growth – The Workforce Development Program
Via this program, eligible SMEs will work with a workforce development specialist to identify strategic aims and objectives and put together a skills development plan. You will also receive assistance to find the most appropriate accredited training and delivery method for your individual business needs.
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Annual Dinner
July / August 2010
The inaugural Plenty Food Group Annual Dinner will showcase our region’s high quality product to epicure standards. In attendance will be buyers, State and Federal Government representatives, industry suppliers and our region’s food manufacturers. We are currently in discussion with two venues and will provide more details when one is chosen.
For all enquires on the Plenty Food Group contact:
Marshall Dwyer
Food Cluster Co-ordinator
Phone +61 3 9217 2148
Mobile +61 408 587 941
Fax +61 3 94099808
contact@plentyfoodgroup.com.au
For all enquires on the Plenty Food Group contact
Marshall Dwyer
Food Cluster Co-ordinator
Phone +61 3 9217 2148
Mobile +61 408 587 941
Fax +61 3 94099808
contact@plentyfoodgroup.com.au