BELMONT BUSINESS TALK I S S U E T H R E E , S E P T E M B E R 018 Business Talk Facebook Group Launched IN THIS ISSUE: • Fresh Food Precinct Lands at Belmont Forum • DFO Perth takes shape • Community Centre Construction Upgrade C reating opportunities MAYOR’S MESSAGE It is a pleasure to bring to you another edition of the City of Belmont Business Talk The City of Belmont is committed to supporting businesses in our community and holds information and networking events through the year Most recently the City facilitated a transport and logistics business breakfast event which highlighted the important issue of the impact of freight and logistics in our region I trust those in attendance received some valuable information from this event Another initiative the City of Belmont is proud to offer the local business community is the Business Innovation Grants program Innovation is one of the City’s core values which is why this grants program encourages the development of new and innovative practices and products in small businesses in the City of Belmont If you have an innovative idea for your business, consider applying for a grant applications are open all year round Thank you to everyone who completed a MARKYT Business Scorecard for the City of Belmont Catalyse Pty Ltd, an independent research and strategic planning company, has analysed the collected data and the results have been released which you can read about in this edition of Business Talk As a financially sustainable local government, the City recognises that effective management is one of the more important services a local government can provide for its residents, businesses, property owners and stakeholders Council is acutely aware that it is important to keep rate rises to a minimum and Council’s rating strategy over many years has focused on keeping rate rises moderate and in line with inflation The 2018-2019 Budget continues to focus on areas that our community have identified as priorities These include crime prevention, safety and security, road maintenance, parks and reserves and buildings The Budget also includes significant capital works I am confident that this Budget will ensure that the City continues to grow and be home to a thriving business community benefiting from the opportunities of our unique location Cr Phil Marks, Mayor COMMUNITY CENTRE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE The City of Belmont’s new Community Centre continues to take shape for our community, with facilities such as: The concrete pours have now been completed and full construction phase will soon begin Dewatering of the site is expected to continue through December and January • Larger and enhanced Library Should you have any queries please contact the City of Belmont on 9477 7222 or email communitycentre@belmont.wa.gov.au If you have concerns out of normal office hours please contact PACT’s Site Manager on 0499 110 233 You can keep informed on the project’s progress through updates in the Belmont Bulletin, the City’s website, enewsletter and social media The finished building will be a contemporary and much needed hub • Digital Hub • Recording Studio • Larger and upgraded Museum • Crèche • Senior Citizens Club •O ffice for Not-for-Profit organisations • Café It is anticipated construction of the building will take approximately years, followed by fitout and occupancy by 2021 To date the City has secured a $9,675,081 Federal Government grant and through the State Government, a Lotterywest grant of $3,837,557 BELMONT BUSINESS TALK FACEBOOK GROUP The City of Belmont has established a Facebook group page – Belmont Business Talk - for local business to talk and promote your business, network with each other and our community, share your events, services, news, competitions and other information of interest to the Belmont community We invite you to share information about your business, your Facebook Business Page, your website, and any other offers or information of interest We encourage all Belmont businesses great and small to share - however you must be located in the City of Belmont (Ascot, Belmont, Cloverdale, Kewdale, Redcliffe and Rivervale It is also a space for local businesses to share with one another, whether it’s training opportunities, grant suggestions, news or other information others may find useful Please note that this is not a page for non-businesses to buy and sell The City will also share upcoming programs, support, profiles and training f or local enterprise You need to join the group to be able to post, although anyone can view the page The City of Belmont administrators will make every effort to publish all relevant content but all posts will go in ‘first in best dressed’ queue and a maximum of 10 posts will be published a day To allow all businesses an equal opportunity to talk, please not post unless you have new content to add It is not a place for repeat/spam weekly specials or classes and the City reserves the right to reject or approve any post based on perceived interest for the community If you would also like to receive business related information from the City – please sign up for the City’s online newsletter at business@belmont.wa.gov.au SURVEY IDENTIFIES BUSINESS PRIORITIES The annual survey of residents and business owners has again shown the City of Belmont leading in a number of areas, as well as identifying community priorities The 2018 Community Perceptions Scorecard shows that 74 per cent of residents are satisfied with the City as a place to live and 70 per cent are satisfied with the City as a governing organisation Benchmarks are calculated from the 40 local government councils participating and completing the accredited Community Perceptions Scorecard within the past two years The City of Belmont set industry standards in community and business service areas The City of Belmont was identified as an industry leader in business areas including: • How the business community is consulted about local issues; • How the business community is informed about what’s happening in the local area (including local issues, events, services and facilities); • Footpaths and cycle ways; • Streetscapes; • Parking in commercial areas The survey also identified priorities the business community would like to see addressed These included safety and security, including control of anti-social behaviour, value for money from rates, economic development, tourism and job creation, along with more effective and efficient planning approvals by the City of Belmont Conducted by market research providers Catalyse, the survey measures the community’s overall satisfaction with the City and compares the results with other participating local government authorities to calculate satisfaction ratings and industry standards The City would like to thank everyone that took the time to participate in the surveys PERTH AIRPORT TO BE HOME TO WA’S FIRST DFO STORE Already a firm favourite with fasionistas and bargain hunters on the east coast, cult shopping centre brand DFO is set to launch in Perth this spring The Perth centre, located on Dunreath Drive near Perth Airport, will be the first WA store in DFO’s national portfolio DFO Perth is being developed by Australian retail property group Vicinity Centres and Perth Airport Pty Ltd and will be managed by Vicinity Centres DFO Perth Centre Manager Leanne Smith said the opening date of the new DFO is yet to be revealed “I am looking forward to DFO Perth becoming a destination for the vibrant and diverse community who live within the City of Belmont,” Ms Smith said “We are excited for the local community to benefit from the estimated creation of over 600 ongoing retail, lifestyle and hospitality jobs.” BECOMING AN AGE-FRIENDLY BUSINESS With more than 7,000 residents aged 60 years and over, it is important for the City of Belmont to be an age-friendly community This means creating a community that is accessible and inclusive to all members The following tips may assist local businesses when providing service to older customers: • Speak clearly facing your customer; • Provide seating that is easy to sit down and stand up from (including in changing rooms); • Provide places to rest The City of Belmont also promotes dementia-friendly initiatives acknowledging that approximately 70% of people living with dementia continue to reside within the community and may need additional support when accessing services Businesses operating within the City of Belmont are able to access dementia awareness training for their staff - please contact Helen O’Sullivan, City of Belmont’s Seniors and Disability Engagement Officer of Belmont on 9477 7149 or email helen.o’sullivan@belmont.wa.gov.au • Offer assistance (but not assume it is required); • Be mindful when changing stock and shop layout as this can lead to confusion; • E nsure signage is easy to read and at eye level (consider font and size); The centre will offer premium brands at the most affordable prices year-round, including designer brands at up to 70 per cent off International retailers including Tommy Hilfiger, Coach and Calvin Klein will be joined by well-known national brands including Mimco, Decjuba and M.J Bale at DFO Perth Ms Smith said the DFO Perth team had been working hard to bring the best brands to WA at unbeatable prices “We know Western Australians have been waiting patiently to find out where they’ll be able to grab a bargain,” Ms Smith said “We are excited to reveal there will be more than 100 retailers offering amazing discounts all under one roof “Heaps of retailers will be launching their first stores in Perth, like Polo Ralph Lauren, Diesel, True Alliance and Stafford Ellinson “Savvy shoppers will also be pleased to know that many of their go-to fashion retailers will also call DFO Perth home, including Vans, Bonds and Cotton On Mega.” For more information about DFO Perth go to www.dfo.com.au/perth/ BELMONT BUSINESSES URGED TO ENTER AWARDS Local businesses are urged to enter the 25th Annual Belmont Western Australian Small Business Awards The Belmont Western Australian Small Business Awards are coordinated by the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre Inc (Belmont BEC) and the City of Belmont a major sponsor The Awards are open to small businesses both within the Belmont area, Perth Metro and State-wide The City of Belmont supports the Best New Business Award To be eligible to enter this award category, businesses must be located within the City of Belmont and be a business in operation under two years The Awards provide recognition and encouragement for achievements and business excellence Entries can be submitted from small businesses, individuals and organisations from across Western Australia until 5pm Tuesday 26 September 2017 This year’s 26 awards include the following categories for entrants to consider such as: • Best New Business • Best Retail Business • Best Marketing Award • Spirit of Australia Award • WA Racing Industry Award • Community Spirit Award • Indigenous Business of the Year • Volunteer Of The Year Award For more information on how to enter the awards and other categories contact Belmont BEC at awards@belmontbec.com or phone 9479 3777 for more information BUSLINK SERVICE ENDS The BUSlink service officially ended on 31 August 2018 Work currently underway at the DFO site GREENING BELMONT BUSINESS PARK As a result of Federal funding received through the National Stronger Regions Fund, the City has so far planted more than 250 street trees on available verge space within the Belmont Business Park The City of Belmont and Belmont Forum thanks those patrons who supported the service over the past three years Belmont Business Park, located in a strategic gateway between the Perth CBD, Perth Airport and industrial areas to the south, has been undergoing a transformation from its previous industrial character to a more diverse mixed use business destination For more information contact the City’s TravelSmart Officer on 9477 7163 or travelsmart@belmont.wa.gov.au These trees will provide relief from the heat island effect, improve the street tree canopy generally within the City, and importantly improve the streetscape of the business park as a whole While the City will the digging and planting trees, we also want the business community to tell us where more trees are needed and what the business community wants in terms of tree programs, partnerships and actions For more information contact the City of Belmont’s Parks and Environment team on 9477 7222 or email environment@belmont.wa.gov.au Another 100 trees are still to be planted with the City maintaining and watering the trees during the initial establishment phase The City is committed to increasing tree canopy through its Urban Forest Strategy Belmont Business Park briefing: City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks, Cr George Sekulla, Cr Jenny Davis and Cr Robert Rossi Belmont Business Park briefing: Chris Matthews and Richard Eldridge URBAN CORRIDOR STRATEGY FOR GREAT EASTERN HIGHWAY The City of Belmont is seeking public comment on the draft Great Eastern Highway Urban Corridor Strategy The Urban Corridor Strategy is a strategic planning document that establishes a long-term vision for future planning and development along Great Eastern Highway It addresses matters relating to land use, access, built form and the public realm, and provides a series of recommendations for implementing the vision EMRC’s Wendy Harris addresses the crowd A copy of the draft Urban Corridor Strategy is available for inspection at the City of Belmont Civic Centre, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale, during office hours The Urban Corridor Strategy can also be viewed on the City’s website https:// connect.belmont.wa.gov.au/great-easternhighway-urban-corridor-strategy The City is now seeking comments on the draft Great Eastern Highway Urban Corridor Strategy Comments can be provided in writing to the City of Belmont via post (Locked Bag 379, Cloverdale WA 6985) or email (planning@belmont.wa.gov au) Submissions shall be lodged on or before Tuesday 25 September 2018 Enquiries on the draft Urban Corridor Strategy should be directed to Lidija Langford, Coordinator Design Projects on (08) 9477 7274 or lidija.langford@belmont.wa.gov.au Steve Tan from the City of Swan and City of Swan Mayor David Lucas City of Belmont Deputy Mayor Cr Robert Rossi, City of Belmont’s Theresa Verhagen and Wendy Harris from East Metropolitan Regional Council CRIME PREVENTION FOR BUSINESS Dr Christine Cunningham from the City of Canning, Jay Hardison from the City of Belmont and Cr Margaret Hall from the City of Canning Gary Curruthers and Andrew Dower from Goldstar Transport We have a vision of Belmont as a City that is attractive, safe, healthy and prosperous The City has developed close working relationships with the local Police service and the The Crime Prevention and Community Liaison Unit so a collaborative and coordinated approach to crime prevention can be taken in the City We are proud of the many initiatives developed to make our community a safer one These include: BE CRIME FREE FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY BREAKFAST The City of Belmont, partnered with the City of Canning, City of Kalamunda and City of Swan, held a Freight and Logistics industry breakfast in June The four local authorities have formed the Inland Port Member Council, a regional body representing Local Government in the Freight, Transport and Logistics sector and are working together to support the industry The breakfast was extremely well received with over 90 people attending the event at Toyota Headquarters in Kewdale Presentations from the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council on the Federal Government’s City Deal proposal and Jay Hardison, City of Belmont Property and Economic Development Manager, presented the ‘Inland Port Council’ vision and work done to date BeCrimeFREE is the City’s specific community safety and crime prevention website It is the registration point for BeCrimeAlert, a service which uses internet, short message service and email to communicate safety threats and issues to specific groups within the community On the www.becrimefree.com.au website you can also report graffiti and damage to council property, find out what the City is doing to prevent crime and what you can and join the Neighbourhood Watch program Keep informed and keep your community safe by joining BeCrimeAlert at www becrimefree.com.au GRAFFITI / CRIMINAL DAMAGE The City provides a free graffiti removal service The City is working to keep your community free of criminal damage in the form of graffiti We aim to remove reported criminal damage (graffiti) within 48 hours of notification Removal methods include: The patrol officers can be contacted direct on 1300 655 011, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year SECURITY APPRAISALS A great initiative is our FREE security appraisal service for all local residents and businesses For more information about any of these initiatives visit BeCrimeFREE or contact our Crime Prevention Team on 9477 7264 • Painting out the graffiti on previously painted surfaces with one of our nine standard colours; • High pressure cleaning on unpainted brickwork and other hard surfaces and all surfaces that have been coated with a graffiti coating SECURITY PATROLS The City operates a 24 hour security patrol service to support the Police in maintaining law and order BENEFITS OF EMPLOYING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY One in five Australians lives with disability representing a vast pool of talent to support your business Have you ever considered employing someone with disability? Some key facts for consideration: • People with disability generally take fewer days off, take less sick leave and stay in jobs longer than other workers • Once in the right job and provided with the right training, people with disability perform as well as other employees • Employment can contribute to a sense of identity and self-worth and have positive health impacts for some people with disability • People with disability build strong connections with customers • People with disability boost staff morale and enhance a sense of teamwork • Hiring people with disability enhances an organisation’s image in the general community GOLDEN GATEWAY - DRAFT LOCAL STRUCTURE PLAN The ‘Golden Gateway’ is the north-west gateway into the City of Belmont from Grandstand Road The Golden Gateway Local Structure Plan area extends from the Swan River to Ascot racecourse and land fronting Great Eastern Highway The area is recognised as an outstanding location with significant potential for commercial and residential development Since 2015 the City and the Department of Planning Lands and Heritage have collaborated on the delivery of the Golden Gateway Local Structure Plan, with a vision to: “…transform this degraded and fragmented area into a vibrant precinct of residential and mixed use development, with strengthened connections to the Swan River and Ascot Waters… while respecting the area’s rich culture and heritage” The Local Structure Plan is a statutory planning document that aims to coordinate future subdivision and land use zoning It addresses matters relating to infrastructure changes and upgrades to roads, drainage and services and associated land reassembly, provision of pedestrian and cycle paths and the creation of public spaces New development standards are proposed to control building height and built form, car parking and residential density, to identify ‘land mark’ building sites and provide for commercial land uses including a ‘main street’ with retail and restaurant/café activities and a local retail centre More details about Golden Gateway draft Local Structure Plan may be obtained from the City of Belmont website If you have queries regarding the above, please contact the City’s Planning Services team on 9477 7222 or belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au Why not give it a try for a day? AccessAbility Day is a voluntary, obligation free day for an employer to have an opportunity to see the potential that a jobseeker with disability can bring to the workplace and learn about available Government support It is also a great opportunity for a jobseeker with disability to experience a workplace or role that aligns with their career interests The initiative is available 26-30 November 2018, in the week leading up to the annual United Nation’s International Day of People with Disability on December For more information please go to https://www.jobaccess.gov.au/ people-with-disability/accessabilityday contact Helen O’Sullivan, City of Belmont’s Seniors and Disability Engagement Officer on 9477 7149 or email helen.o’sullivan@belmont.wa.gov.au BAG BAN HELP FOR RETAILERS The National Retail Association (NRA) is Australia’s largest and most representative retail industry organisation From June to December 2018, the NRA will be visiting over 100 locations throughout Western Australia to assist retailers transitioning away from banned bags Each workshop and info session will provide retailers with the information and resources you need to manage the plastic bag ban, including advice on: • What does my business need to and by when? • How should I inform customers? • What does my business need to stop doing and by when? • How should I prepare my team? • What bags can be used? • What resources are available to help me? • What are the best alternatives for my business? • How should I manage the transition? For a list of workshop dates visit https://www.bagbanwa.com.au/ or Phone for toll free advice 1300 817 723 KIP MCGRATH BELMONT HELPING STUDENTS One of the best aspects of helping students through individual tutoring is watching their self-esteem improve, according to Kip McGrath Education Centre Belmont Director Maxine Duncan With 35 years’ experience as an educator, most recently as a deputy principal, Mrs Duncan missed the classroom interaction with students “Many students from pre-school to Year 12 have already undertaken the free assessment, which identifies learning gaps in Maths and English Based on this information, an individual learning program is designed to suit the needs of each student who enrols,” Maxine said “Each session includes one-on-one attention with a tutor, who is a qualified teacher, and includes a combination of written and computer-based activities, in a small group learning environment Sessions are available from after school until 8.30pm and all day Saturday There are even some adults who are preparing for university or other study, who attend during the day,” she said “As students only address the concepts which are problematic for them, fast academic progress is made,” she said “But the biggest bonus is the way in which students develop self-confidence, which permeates everything The students smile more and are more open to other experiences Even their posture improves; they just seem to walk taller I have the best job in the world!” Kip McGrath Belmont WA is located at Unit 8, 226 Fulham Street Cloverdale 6105 opposite Belmont Forum Check out the Kip McGrath Belmont WA Facebook page to see what is happening in the centre “There is convenient parking right in front of the centre and after dropping their child at the centre, most parents use the 80 minute session time to shop, go to the gym, visit the library, go to Belmont Oasis After Kip, some families go to one of the Belmont Forum restaurants for a meal or head to the cinema.” Kip McGrath Belmont WA is now endorsed to deliver On Screen tuition in which students receive face to face tuition with a live tutor in real time via webcam, using Kip McGrath’s online tutoring platform This is becoming increasingly popular with rural students and also with local parents whose busy lives mean it is difficult to get students to the centre on a regular basis SWITCHED ON BUSINESS Switched on Business celebrates sustainability actions in local business Nominate a business you have used, or nominate yourself Switched on Business is awarded up to four times each year Nominations remain open year round To view the T & Cs or to nominate, visit the Switch your thinking website at www switchyourthinking.com Sip Sip Don't suck. 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extensive property searches in Perth, it became an easy decision to purchase premises in Belmont Business Park “Belmont is progressive and conveniently located close to Perth Airport and the city, making it an ideal location to service customers near and far,” Universal’s Sales and Marketing Manager Rosemary Hocknell said “Our business is equipped with cutting edge equipment, there is a hub of businesses around us aligned to our services and larger office and workshop space to accommodate any size job,” she said What has remained constant in the company’s progression is the desire to make a difference to client’s experiences in electrical contracting 10 BELMONT BUSINESS INNOVATION GRANTS (BBIG) Grants of up to $10,000 are now available from the City of Belmont for small local businesses with an innovative idea for a product, process or upgrade to premises including shopfront security Broad categories and no closing date make these grants easy for local businesses and local home based businesses to apply and there is no requirement for matched funding If you have an innovative idea that can grow your business call the Property & Economic Development team on 9477 7191 to discuss More information can be found on the City of Belmont website www.belmont.wa.gov.au 11 Belmont MLA Cassie Rowe, City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks and Perron Group Founder and Chairman Stan Perron PERTH’S NEWEST FRESH FOOD PRECINCT LANDS AT BELMONT FORUM The Perron Group and more than 26,000 Perth shoppers celebrated the launch of the new Fresh Food Precinct at Belmont Forum in August The new ‘market fresh’ food precinct is the culmination of a $65-million redevelopment project to firmly cement Belmont Forum as the area’s go-to fresh food, retail and entertainment destination Perron Group Senior Asset Manager Graeme Glass said he was thrilled to finally reveal the Fresh Food Precinct after years of careful planning “Belmont Forum has evolved to become a genuine one-stop culinary shopping and dining destination for people living and working in the area Every single food retailer has been handpicked, with a particular focus on WA sourced operators and local produce,” Mr Glass said Mr Glass said traffic at Belmont Forum was up 17 per cent on average for the day launch period Boasting 11 food specialists, the Fresh Food Precinct offers groceries, pre-prepared, grab-and-go, meat and seafood options and raw ingredients for any recipe imaginable There are international food specialists, including Asian fresh produce and a French patisserie, a brand-new Coles, a Woolworths, an ALDI, a range of casual eateries and restaurants, a landscaped garden entry and an outdoor nature play space “We have responded to the needs of the local community with a best-in-class fresh-food shopping and dining experience,” Mr Glass said Belmont Forum’s Fresh Fest included cooking demonstrations, book signings, a Coles kitchen takeover, wellness talks City of Belmont 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale WA 6105 Locked Bag 379, Cloverdale WA 6985 Phone: 9477 7222 Phone (A/H): 9477 7224 Email: belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au www.belmont.wa.gov.au No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the City of Belmont’s permission Businesses will receive a copy of the Business Talk every three months If you not currently receive a copy, contact the Property and Economic Development team on 9477 7193 and food tours, plus plenty of food sampling opportunities Popular ‘Food Hacker’ author and Good Chef Bad Chef co-host Rosie Mansfield headlined the launch schedule, which drew consistently large crowds over the four days The centre also staged a fresh fruit ‘ambush’ at Belmont Junior Football Club much to the delight of the kids, parents and coaches The Perron Group’s redevelopment of Belmont Forum commenced in 2015 and has resulted in the arrival of new retailers such as Cotton On Mega, Bed, Bath N Table, ALDI, JB Hi Fi Home and Best & Less To improve access into the centre for shoppers, Belmont Forum has installed a new travelator and lift For further information about Belmont Forum’s new Fresh Food Precinct or Fresh Fest visit www.belmontforum.com.au ... grant of $3, 837 ,557 BELMONT BUSINESS TALK FACEBOOK GROUP The City of Belmont has established a Facebook group page – Belmont Business Talk - for local business to talk and promote your business, ... www.dfo.com.au/perth/ BELMONT BUSINESSES URGED TO ENTER AWARDS Local businesses are urged to enter the 25th Annual Belmont Western Australian Small Business Awards The Belmont Western Australian Small Business. .. are coordinated by the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre Inc (Belmont BEC) and the City of Belmont a major sponsor The Awards are open to small businesses both within the Belmont area, Perth Metro