Port Waratah Coal Services has been receiving, stockpiling, blending and loading coal for export at the Port of Newcastle for over 40 years. They own and manage the Kooragang and Carrington Coal Terminals, which operate 24/7, and have a combined capacity of 145 million tonnes per annum.
Port Waratah has always been two things – a pioneer and a partner. They are committed to understanding and fulfilling their responsibilities as an employer and community member, as well as meeting their legal obligations. Port Waratah is an unlisted public company working in partnership with more than 25 producers and other service providers in the Hunter Valley Coal Chain. They aim to continuously improve their environmental performance, contribute to the local economy by buying and employing locally and support sustainability and resilience of the local community though their Community Investment and Partnership Programme.
Last week, Port Waratah Coal Services launched its Annual Reporting suite for 2020, sharing its performance openly and proudly with key stakeholders and the local community. The suite includes the Sustainability Report, Financial Report, Modern Slavery Statement and an accompanying Sustainability website that offers an engaging digital experience. The Sustainability Report centres on material issues…
The Maitland Local Government Area (LGA) covers an area of 396km2 in the Lower Hunter region of New South Wales.
Maitland is the focus of a diversity of economic activities including agriculture, tourism, mining, manufacturing, transport and construction industries. Arguably Maitland’s greatest asset is its location on the rich alluvial flats of the Hunter and Paterson Rivers. It is one of the most highly productive areas in NSW and a service centre for a rich agricultural hinterland.
Maitland City Council, in collaboration with Studio Dot, has received the Award for Public Architecture as part of the Newcastle Architecture Awards 2021. They received the award for the Maitland Regional Athletics Centre. The achievement marks the third time in four years that Maitland Council has received the award. Previously they have been recognised for…
Butlers Business Lawyers is proudly celebrating the admission of their very own staff member, Emma Shannon, to the Supreme Court of NSW. This industry milestone, which was achieved in February, allows Emma to practice as a Lawyer after many years of rigorous work and study. Emma said it’s exciting to finally reach this point and…
With a vision to demystify the world of spirits, Earp Distilling Co was born from a passionate pursuit. For Founder and Head Distiller Michael Earp, the idea behind the distilling process has always been driven by experimentation and a natural curiosity.
The dream of creating ‘Next Generation Spirits’ is at the heart of what we do here at Earp Distilling Co. We believe in the ‘next’ and the ‘now’ and by harnessing new distillation technology and state-of-the-art equipment, we’re able to take a holistic approach to the craft.
Whether shaken or stirred, lunch or dinner, groups or functions, at Earp Distilling Co. you’re always in good company. Think a sensational seasonal menu, great service, and of course, world-class cocktails, prepared by our passionate staff.
Having opened their doors a little over a year ago, Newcastle’s family-owned distillery, Earp Distilling Co. is already receiving international recognition. Shining a spotlight on the quality and flavour of Australian craft gins, Earp Distilling Co. took home a total of four medals at the World Gin Awards for 2021. The Awards received included; Just…
In 2030, Newcastle will be a smart, liveable and sustainable city.
Council developed and adopted a suite of strategic documents to guide delivery of Council's seven key strategic directions, outlined in the Newcastle 2030 Community Strategic Plan.
This planning strategy has assisted in the delivery of a City Revitalisation Program that has encouraged a large investment in the City by both Government and private investors that are willing to prove that Newcastle is ready for change.
A first-of-its-kind plan to reposition Newcastle as a premier tourism destination with focuses on events, natural assets, and cultural heritage has been approved by City of Newcastle. The Newcastle Destination Management Plan (DMP), developed in partnership with tourism industry partners, will reset Newcastle’s tourism identity and brand in the highly competitive visitor economy – celebrating…
TAFE NSW is Australia’s largest training and education provider with more than 500,000 enrolments and 1,200 courses. As an education innovator, we’re focused on shaping the future through state-of-the-art facilities, systems, technology and teachers. Our graduates are equipped for the jobs of today and the careers of the future.
TAFE NSW offers the best of campus-based delivery as well as flexible, online and work-based learning. Collaboration, diversity and the strong relationships between our locations contribute to and magnify the value of TAFE NSW and importantly, the benefits that we deliver to communities and the economy of NSW.
Signal Box Apprentice Chef, Matthew Mirosevich has risen to the top, taking out the 2020 Brett Graham Scholarship after battling it out in the final cook-off last Tuesday night at TAFE NSW Hamilton. In partnership with the Hunter TAFE Foundation and the Hunter Culinary Association, the Scholarship is named after one of TAFE NSW’s most successful alumni and former Novocastrian, Brett Graham. The…
The Boosting Apprenticeships Commencement (BAC) scheme has headed off what was shaping up to be a significant slump in new commencements in 2020, resulting instead in the highest number of sign-ups of new apprentices and trainees in the region in seven years. The Business NSW Skilling Australia for a better future report released in July last year…
Local Accounting and Business Advisory firm, PKF, has been named as a finalist of the Client Choice Awards 2021, Best Accounting and Consulting Services Firm ($50 – $200m revenue) category. The Client Choice Awards span across several industries, basing their selection of finalists on real client analysis and their interactions with each firm. The awards…
Forsythes Training is a Hunter-based, registered training organisation (RTO) that delivers nationally accredited diploma and certificate courses as well as short courses and pre-employment programs.
Our expert trainers, who all have real world experience, customise and contextualise training to your organisation’s needs. Students can learn via workshops, elearning, on the job or a combination of these formats.
A recognised expert in leadership and management training, Forsythes Training is the only local training company to uses Human Synergistics in its programs and emotional intelligence courses.
Forsythes Training is a Smart and Skilled Provider and was one of the first RTOs in Australia to be approved to provide the new Training and Assessment Education (TAE 16) certificate course.
Hunter-based registered training organisation, Forsythes Training, has launched a new mentoring service for mining employees who are undertaking the NSW Open Cut Examiners (OCE) written or oral examinations. The face-to-face group mentoring can be held at a mine’s workplace and customised to meet participants needs. The program is being run by Forsythes Training’s newly appointed,…
Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport offers a broad range of logistics services including full end-to-end solutions, over-dimensional transport, heavy haulage, specialised projects and time critical services.
In late February, Carter Heavy Haulage received a special visit from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) at their headquarters based in Rutherford. A regulatory visit can sometimes signal that something has gone awry. But there was only good news to report on this occasion. When NHVR Engagement Specialist, Tim Hansen visited Carter Heavy Haulage,…