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  In response to the Coronavirus, the Australian Government has released a set of Fact Sheets designed to simplify and explain aspects of the stimulus package for business and individuals.…

In our last Newsletter we said that we would provide resources for businesses in Scone when we became aware of them. This latest information attached may be of assistance.  As a…

The evolving situation in relation to Covid-19 is of great concern on a personal and professional level to business in Scone. There are many things that we can control –…

“The Destination NSW regional event funding programs will give organisers a chance to put forward sporting, arts, cultural and lifestyle events that bring an economic and social boost to their…

MEDIA RELEASE: NSW tourism will receive a welcome boost through a Tourism Recovery package to encourage visitation to NSW, fund new local events and assist tourism businesses to develop, promote…

The Scone CBD Revitalisation Committee meetings are open to the public. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, 12 February 2020 at 6:00pm. Council Chambers, 135 Liverpool Street, Scone. For…

  Tuesday, 11 February is Safer Internet Day. On Safer Internet Day, millions of people around the world unite to raise awareness about online safety issues and inspire positive change.…

The NSW Business Chamber has launched its new campaign to help communities suffering from the impacts of bushfire and drought. The campaign, Backing The Bush is a website where companies of…

Business confidence in the Hunter and statewide has taken a hit due to the combined impact of bushfires*, drought and weak household demand, according to the NSW Business Chamber’s latest…

With more than sixty attendees gathered for the Update on January 21, the stage was set for an interesting meeting. People were there for information and that’s exactly what was…

Media Release supplied by Upper Hunter Shire Council. Our way of saying ‘thanks’ Music, barbecues, citizenship oaths, inspiring stories from our Ambassadors, cricket and splashing around at the pools, marked…

Media Release supplied by Upper Hunter Shire Council.     Upper Hunter Shire Council has exchanged contracts to purchase Campbell’s Corner at 167 Kelly Street, Scone for $3 million. Council…

Scone Chamber in conjunction with Upper Hunter Shire Council will be holding a “Bypass Planning Open Meeting” – this meeting is open to all business and community members. Points for…

Post Bypass Planning Open Meeting Scone Chamber will be holding an open meeting on the 21st January to discuss and plan for our future after the opening of the bypass.…

Congratulations  to Melanie’s Matthews Family Jewellers on winning the Best Christmas Display. Pictured here receiving their $500 “We Live Here” Card from Scone Chamber.    

Our 3 winners of the $500 “We Live Here” cards from our Christmas on Kelly Street promotion. Congratulations to Sharon Wells, Tim Jopson and Steven Bartusch. Pictured here with David…

A joint initiative between Scone Chamber of Commerce and the Upper Hunter Shire Council, “Christmas on Kelly Street” will see the main street of Scone come alive for a great…

Scone Chamber are proposing to revive the Womens Networking events for 2020, with the first event penciled in for February. We would love to get some feedback from local business…

The Business Bus is coming to Aberdeen @ 66 New England Highway, Aberdeen on Friday, December 20, 2019. The Business Bus visits regional communities across NSW, connecting small businesses to their local Business Connect…

We are currently creating our Events Calendar for 2020 and would like to ask our Members to let us know if: You would like to speak at an event about a…

The Policy and Advocacy Team at NSW Chamber are calling for feedback on the business situation and needs around infrastructure. This survey will ensure that the Chamber is using the…

Following a well attended AGM on 12th November, we are delighted to announce the new Board of Scone Chamber as follows: PRESIDENT:   Steve Guihot, CEO, Australian Stock Horse Society (until January…

Development Approval to build the Scone Regional Airport Aviation Visitor Attraction Centre has been granted by the Hunter and Central Coast Regional Planning Panel. The Planning Panel voted unanimously in…

We are sure you have heard of the #buyfromthebush and #onedayclosertorain campaigns. Make sure you are also across the NSW Government #BuyRegionalThisChristmas campaign too! The NSW Government has introduced an…