The Kalgoorlie Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc was established over 100 years ago and continues to pride itself on representing the business community with a strong and well-informed voice. The “Chamber” strives to provide a service to its members and the community by playing a leading role in the promotion and development of the region.
Membership of the Kalgoorlie Boulder Chamber of Commerce provides numerous value-added benefits including opportunities to meet, develop, promote and recognise your business and people.
Membership of the Kalgoorlie Boulder Chamber of Commerce provides numerous value-added benefits including opportunities to meet, develop, promote and recognise your business and people.
Potential customers and network with other businesses in the Goldfields
Networking is the single most powerful marketing tactic to accelerate and sustain success for any individual or business. Networking is about making connections and building enduring, mutually beneficial relationships. The Chamber acts as a catalyst to ensure you meet the “right” people to include in your network and expand your circle of influence.
Access to Membership List
As a KBCCI member you can obtain a full list of the Chamber’s members, which currently consists of over 500 businesses. This will provide a valuable tool for your business.
Business After Hours
KBCCI’s Business After Hours networking event continues to be a popular choice amongst our members with 1500 members and guests attending in 2010. The Business After Hours events are hosted monthly by our members and provide an excellent opportunity for local businesses to raise their profile and promote their services and where new members can introduce their business to other members.
Business Events
The Chamber hosts a range of corporate business events such as business luncheons, retail forums, information breakfasts and variety of other networking events which are designed to assist member businesses to continually develop skills and knowledge.
The Chamber also regularly manages and promotes events in conjunction with other Chamber members. Some of these have included briefings on skilled migration, investment, government legislation, as well as workshops for business planning, franchising and succession.
Two of KBCCI’s showcase business events include:
Goldfields Mining Expo
Following many years of success under the organisation of the KBCCI, Western Australia’s leading mining exhibition, the Goldfields Mining Expo (GME), became a part of the portfolio of Australia’s leading exhibition organiser, Reed Mining Events.
As an integral feature of Australia’s mining calendar for the past 25 years, The GME continues to be a must-attend event for decision makers from the dynamic Western Australian mining industry.
Every two years, GME provides local and international suppliers with a unique opportunity for easy and effective interaction with key buyers and end users from throughout Western Australia.
By bringing a wide range of the latest products, technology and services to the heart of the market in one place at one time, GME saves mining industry personnel time and money, whilst also providing the opportunity for suppliers to gain valuable feedback from the users that work with their products and services on an everyday basis.
What’s Down The Track Forum
The “What’s Down the Track’ Forum is a joint venture between the Chamber of Minerals & Energy of WA’s Eastern Regional Council and the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The Forum provides the ultimate insight into what’s actually happening today and into the foreseeable future of the resource sector in the Goldfields-Esperance Region.
Community Events
The Chamber is an avid supporter of events that embrace and engage the local Goldfields Community and coordinates several community events in conjunction with local not for profit organisations. Some examples of these include :
Goldfields Spring Festival
The Goldfields Spring Festival was established by the Goldfields Art Board in 1985 to provide a platform for the public to celebrate all that is spring in the Goldfields. This annual community driven event is now coordinated by the Chamber, along with the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Kalgoorlie Miner, both proud partners of this family oriented event. After 25 years, the Goldfields Spring Festival is one institution that has stood the test of time.
Stall holders come from all over the state to participate in the festival, along with varying acts of entertainment throughout the day. The festival appeals to a great deal of our community, with over 5000 patrons attending every year and it is not uncommon for these people to spend the entire day at Hammond Park.
Hammond Park is one of the most beautiful parks in WA and is the perfect location for the festival making this event enjoyable fun for the whole family.
St Barbara’s Festival
The annual Festival, which is held during the first weekend in December, commemorates Saint Barbara, the Patron Saint of Mining and provides the Goldfields community with an opportunity to celebrate both the region’s heritage and the contribution that mining has made to the City we live in.
Since its inception in 1999, the festival has become an integral part of the Goldfields-Esperance social calendar; jointly managed by the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Chamber of Minerals & Energy WA, with the assistance and input from a number of local representatives, making this a truly community based event.
The St Barbara’s Festival Inc. is a not for profit organisation, with proceeds from the festival going to the Western Australian School of Mines to assist in the education and training of future mining leaders for the Goldfields region.
Last year marked the 12th Anniversary for the Festival and this year it is sure to be bigger, better and more colourful than ever!
Access to Membership List
As a KBCCI member you can obtain a full list of the Chamber’s members, which currently consists of over 500 businesses. This will provide a valuable tool for your business.
Business After Hours
KBCCI’s Business After Hours networking event continues to be a popular choice amongst our members with 1500 members and guests attending in 2010. The Business After Hours events are hosted monthly by our members and provide an excellent opportunity for local businesses to raise their profile and promote their services and where new members can introduce their business to other members.
Business Events
The Chamber hosts a range of corporate business events such as business luncheons, retail forums, information breakfasts and variety of other networking events which are designed to assist member businesses to continually develop skills and knowledge.
The Chamber also regularly manages and promotes events in conjunction with other Chamber members. Some of these have included briefings on skilled migration, investment, government legislation, as well as workshops for business planning, franchising and succession.
Two of KBCCI’s showcase business events include:
Goldfields Mining Expo
Following many years of success under the organisation of the KBCCI, Western Australia’s leading mining exhibition, the Goldfields Mining Expo (GME), became a part of the portfolio of Australia’s leading exhibition organiser, Reed Mining Events.
As an integral feature of Australia’s mining calendar for the past 25 years, The GME continues to be a must-attend event for decision makers from the dynamic Western Australian mining industry.
Every two years, GME provides local and international suppliers with a unique opportunity for easy and effective interaction with key buyers and end users from throughout Western Australia.
By bringing a wide range of the latest products, technology and services to the heart of the market in one place at one time, GME saves mining industry personnel time and money, whilst also providing the opportunity for suppliers to gain valuable feedback from the users that work with their products and services on an everyday basis.
What’s Down The Track Forum
The “What’s Down the Track’ Forum is a joint venture between the Chamber of Minerals & Energy of WA’s Eastern Regional Council and the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The Forum provides the ultimate insight into what’s actually happening today and into the foreseeable future of the resource sector in the Goldfields-Esperance Region.
Community Events
The Chamber is an avid supporter of events that embrace and engage the local Goldfields Community and coordinates several community events in conjunction with local not for profit organisations. Some examples of these include :
Goldfields Spring Festival
The Goldfields Spring Festival was established by the Goldfields Art Board in 1985 to provide a platform for the public to celebrate all that is spring in the Goldfields. This annual community driven event is now coordinated by the Chamber, along with the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Kalgoorlie Miner, both proud partners of this family oriented event. After 25 years, the Goldfields Spring Festival is one institution that has stood the test of time.
Stall holders come from all over the state to participate in the festival, along with varying acts of entertainment throughout the day. The festival appeals to a great deal of our community, with over 5000 patrons attending every year and it is not uncommon for these people to spend the entire day at Hammond Park.
Hammond Park is one of the most beautiful parks in WA and is the perfect location for the festival making this event enjoyable fun for the whole family.
St Barbara’s Festival
The annual Festival, which is held during the first weekend in December, commemorates Saint Barbara, the Patron Saint of Mining and provides the Goldfields community with an opportunity to celebrate both the region’s heritage and the contribution that mining has made to the City we live in.
Since its inception in 1999, the festival has become an integral part of the Goldfields-Esperance social calendar; jointly managed by the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Chamber of Minerals & Energy WA, with the assistance and input from a number of local representatives, making this a truly community based event.
The St Barbara’s Festival Inc. is a not for profit organisation, with proceeds from the festival going to the Western Australian School of Mines to assist in the education and training of future mining leaders for the Goldfields region.
Last year marked the 12th Anniversary for the Festival and this year it is sure to be bigger, better and more colourful than ever!
Your people and business
Training and Development is an essential element of every business if the value and potential of your people are to be harnessed and grown. The Chamber provides a number of development opportunities which are designed to assist you, your people and your business.
KBCCI Training and Professional Development
The Chamber conducts a number of Training and Professional Development workshops and seminars to assist in the growth of your business and people. Upcoming courses are promoted in our Member Magazine, updates and on our website.
KBCCI Business Advice & Advocacy
KBCCI is a not-for-profit membership based organisation that can provide advice and assistance on a whole range of business activities and information. KBCCI’s alliance with CCIWA provides access to an extensive suite of business services. The Chamber’s door is always open to provide assistance and source advice for any of your business concerns or queries.
KBCCI Training Facility Hire
Members are able to access the Chamber’s function facility which is located adjacent to the Chamber offices. The facility is able to accommodate up to 70 people (conference style) and approximately 100 people (cocktail) and is the perfect location for all your conferencing, training and event needs.
Members are able to hire this function facility at special member rates and can also take advantage of the many other services the Chamber can offer, including colour photocopying and audio visual equipment hire.
Regional Chambers of Commerce
The Regional Chambers of Commerce and Industry (WA) Inc. is the peak organisation representing the regional, rural and remote business interests of the nine regions in Western Australia. By joining the Kalgoorlie Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc, you can have the confidence that you are part of a regional network of support. Regional Western Australia is where it is all happening, so why not get involved?
Business Growth Centre
The Business Growth Centre began in 2008 as a West Australian State Government initiative to encourage the success of small businesses. Research has shown that established small businesses are looking for guidance and training which is more specific than that of new business owners.
Originally called the Small Business Training Institute, it has now evolved into the Business Growth Centre. Developed by the Department of Training and Workforce Development, their aim is to offer affordable, accessible advice and training to all small business owners and managers.
Understanding that different businesses have different requirements, and their diverse team of consultants, advisors and teachers are there to offer support and understanding to all the small businesses of Western Australia.
CCI Apprenticeship Solutions
The Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry has the local contract for CCI Apprenticeship Solutions which is the only state-wide employer driven Australian Apprenticeship Centre in WA. Dedicated Apprenticeship Consultants are available to help simplify the process of taking on a new apprentice or trainee. We are able to provide practical assistance and information to all employers wishing to employ an apprentice or trainee in their workplace.
Desert Knowledge Australia
The Desert Knowledge Australia Outback Business Networks Project connects small business in five industries – Mining Services, Sustainable Buildings, Tourism, Local Produce and the Creative Industries – across nine regions of desert Australia.
The Aim of the project is to create business opportunities through virtual and face to face industry forums, connecting business in common within and across regions, using and trialling communication technologies, and accessing information and services.
A Network Development Officer is based in the KBCCI office and is focused on creating further opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources, and developing businesses across the region.
KBCCI Training and Professional Development
The Chamber conducts a number of Training and Professional Development workshops and seminars to assist in the growth of your business and people. Upcoming courses are promoted in our Member Magazine, updates and on our website.
KBCCI Business Advice & Advocacy
KBCCI is a not-for-profit membership based organisation that can provide advice and assistance on a whole range of business activities and information. KBCCI’s alliance with CCIWA provides access to an extensive suite of business services. The Chamber’s door is always open to provide assistance and source advice for any of your business concerns or queries.
KBCCI Training Facility Hire
Members are able to access the Chamber’s function facility which is located adjacent to the Chamber offices. The facility is able to accommodate up to 70 people (conference style) and approximately 100 people (cocktail) and is the perfect location for all your conferencing, training and event needs.
Members are able to hire this function facility at special member rates and can also take advantage of the many other services the Chamber can offer, including colour photocopying and audio visual equipment hire.
Regional Chambers of Commerce
The Regional Chambers of Commerce and Industry (WA) Inc. is the peak organisation representing the regional, rural and remote business interests of the nine regions in Western Australia. By joining the Kalgoorlie Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc, you can have the confidence that you are part of a regional network of support. Regional Western Australia is where it is all happening, so why not get involved?
Business Growth Centre
The Business Growth Centre began in 2008 as a West Australian State Government initiative to encourage the success of small businesses. Research has shown that established small businesses are looking for guidance and training which is more specific than that of new business owners.
Originally called the Small Business Training Institute, it has now evolved into the Business Growth Centre. Developed by the Department of Training and Workforce Development, their aim is to offer affordable, accessible advice and training to all small business owners and managers.
Understanding that different businesses have different requirements, and their diverse team of consultants, advisors and teachers are there to offer support and understanding to all the small businesses of Western Australia.
CCI Apprenticeship Solutions
The Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry has the local contract for CCI Apprenticeship Solutions which is the only state-wide employer driven Australian Apprenticeship Centre in WA. Dedicated Apprenticeship Consultants are available to help simplify the process of taking on a new apprentice or trainee. We are able to provide practical assistance and information to all employers wishing to employ an apprentice or trainee in their workplace.
Desert Knowledge Australia
The Desert Knowledge Australia Outback Business Networks Project connects small business in five industries – Mining Services, Sustainable Buildings, Tourism, Local Produce and the Creative Industries – across nine regions of desert Australia.
The Aim of the project is to create business opportunities through virtual and face to face industry forums, connecting business in common within and across regions, using and trialling communication technologies, and accessing information and services.
A Network Development Officer is based in the KBCCI office and is focused on creating further opportunities for sharing knowledge and resources, and developing businesses across the region.
Your business
One of the greatest benefits of becoming a Chamber member is being able to take advantage of the Chamber’s extensive business network. As a Chamber Member you can take advantage of the following opportunities to promote your business:
Regular News Updates
Regular electronic updates are distributed to our members, providing correspondence and information about business matters relating to our City. As a Member you can utilise Regular Updates to promote your business and communicate to the Chamber’s membership base.
Goldfields Business Directory
In August each year the Chamber publishes a comprehensive business directory which provides up to date contact listings of businesses located in the Goldfields. The Directory is the only locally owned and produced directory in the Goldfields.
Advertising in the Goldfields Business Directory is one of the cheapest forms of advertising in the Region with prices starting from as little as $60.00. Advertising options include basic business listings, full, half and quarter page advertisements with colour and artwork options. As a value added benefit; members receive a 10% discount on Directory advertising rates. The Directory is available to you online at www.kalgoorliedirectory.com.au
Add this site to your favourites today and you will notice just how useful a guide it really is!
Bi-Monthly Magazine
KBCCI produces a monthly newsletter with a circulation of approximately 500 readers. It features Chamber activities, a calendar of events, upcoming training courses, recognition of member achievements, business articles, updates from Outback Business Networks and general information regarding business in the Goldfields.
Regular News Updates
Regular electronic updates are distributed to our members, providing correspondence and information about business matters relating to our City. As a Member you can utilise Regular Updates to promote your business and communicate to the Chamber’s membership base.
Goldfields Business Directory
In August each year the Chamber publishes a comprehensive business directory which provides up to date contact listings of businesses located in the Goldfields. The Directory is the only locally owned and produced directory in the Goldfields.
Advertising in the Goldfields Business Directory is one of the cheapest forms of advertising in the Region with prices starting from as little as $60.00. Advertising options include basic business listings, full, half and quarter page advertisements with colour and artwork options. As a value added benefit; members receive a 10% discount on Directory advertising rates. The Directory is available to you online at www.kalgoorliedirectory.com.au
Add this site to your favourites today and you will notice just how useful a guide it really is!
Bi-Monthly Magazine
KBCCI produces a monthly newsletter with a circulation of approximately 500 readers. It features Chamber activities, a calendar of events, upcoming training courses, recognition of member achievements, business articles, updates from Outback Business Networks and general information regarding business in the Goldfields.
Your people and business
The Chamber takes pride in recognising the positive efforts and achievements of its member organisations and the people who work in them.
Goldfields Business Awards
The Goldfields Business Awards are held annually by the Chamber, to recognise and reward excellence in business and to acknowledge organisations that have played a significant role in promoting the Goldfields Region.
Whilst the Awards essentially highlight success in business, it is also an excellent opportunity for participating organisations to review their market place performance and to identify goals and objectives for the future.
In addition to those in business, there are awards for events, tourism, sustainability & innovation and community organisations. Award winners are announced at a presentation dinner in August, which is considered to be one of the true highlights of the Goldfields business calendar.
Goldfields Outstanding Employees
The annual Goldfields Outstanding Employee Awards, recognises staff that have excelled in their employment sector, in a variety of different businesses across the Goldfields Region.
The Awards are held annually and this presents an ideal opportunity for employers to reward their employees who have truly made a difference in their workplace.
The Awards are open to employees working in the fields of tourism, hospitality, mining, trades, administration, retail, apprentice, trainee and team. In 2011, the Chamber acknowledged the achievements of 46 outstanding individuals from a variety of industries and vocations.
Goldfields Business Awards
The Goldfields Business Awards are held annually by the Chamber, to recognise and reward excellence in business and to acknowledge organisations that have played a significant role in promoting the Goldfields Region.
Whilst the Awards essentially highlight success in business, it is also an excellent opportunity for participating organisations to review their market place performance and to identify goals and objectives for the future.
In addition to those in business, there are awards for events, tourism, sustainability & innovation and community organisations. Award winners are announced at a presentation dinner in August, which is considered to be one of the true highlights of the Goldfields business calendar.
Goldfields Outstanding Employees
The annual Goldfields Outstanding Employee Awards, recognises staff that have excelled in their employment sector, in a variety of different businesses across the Goldfields Region.
The Awards are held annually and this presents an ideal opportunity for employers to reward their employees who have truly made a difference in their workplace.
The Awards are open to employees working in the fields of tourism, hospitality, mining, trades, administration, retail, apprentice, trainee and team. In 2011, the Chamber acknowledged the achievements of 46 outstanding individuals from a variety of industries and vocations.