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Big Impact Advertising is Canberra's premiere outdoor advertising specialist. With over 6 years of experience in delivering Outdoor Media solutions to Canberra businesses,Managing Director, Tamer Bakr, and Business Development Manager, Matthew Turner, have developed a wealth of knowledge which they are keen to share with Government and businesses in the ACT. "We love Canberra and its business sector, we want...

Canberra is known for its vineyards and winemaking but there are three friends from the University of Canberra that have quietly gone about building a national and international vertically integrated wine business. Based right here in Canberra is local business, Rogue Wines, a company that owns vineyards, wineries, production and distribution - a real wine company. A real wine company...

Business planning is very important it's like knowing the directions when you want to go somewhere. A great way to make sure your business stays on track is the Now-Where How process. This process asks three key questions that need to be answered in developing a plan: 1. Now - what is the current situation? 2. Where - what is...

We live in a world of increasingly complex technology where we are more and more connected each day. Our every move is documented online, so why is it that so many people underestimate the power of their LinkedIn profile? CV's are often left forgotten in your bottom drawer until the time comes when you may be considering a move. Treating...

Your spouse, relative or friend has appointed you as their attorney under an Enduring Power of Attorney - but what does this mean for you? Here are some questions we are regularly asked by attorneys. What is an Enduring Power of Attorney ("EPA")? An EPA is a legal document in which a person ("principal") appoints another person or persons ("attorney/s")...

This year will see Voices in the Forest celebrate its 5th anniversary as Canberra's leading international music concert. Since 2011, the outdoor gala spectacular has brought many world-renowned opera singers to the amphitheatre of the National Arboretum such as Sumi Jo, Anne Sofie von Otter, Emma Matthews and Inessa Galante. This year's concert promises another magnificent showcase of talent starring...

Jeremy Foster, founder of Jeremy Foster Landscaping and Fencing, started Foster's Fencing five years ago - and made a name for himself in the fencing and home maintenance industry. Five years on and thousands of jobs later Jeremy has rebranded his business to focus more on gardening and landscaping. "We are still one of Canberra's best fencing contractors but we...

Anyone who has spent time interviewing potential employees over a number of years has likely encountered 'the Promoter'. They are the kind of person that always presents very well, they are easy to get to know, likeable, communicate readily and leave a good first impression. Promoters LOVE: * Talking about themselves, they are big on positive personal narratives * Describing...

Many Australians are turning to assisted reproduction technologies to conceive but have they considered what will happen to any stored genetic material in the event of their death? This question was considered by the ACT Supreme Court in a recent case (Roblin v The Public Trustee for the Australian Capital Territory & Anor ACTSC 100). Following a diagnosis of...

The building approval and certification process can be both confusing and frustrating. It's a complex field of stringent rules and regulations that requires expert and professional advice to ensure a project is fully compliant and avoids costly delays. BCA Certifier's are a Canberra based team of industry experts who go 'above and beyond' in assisting clients to obtain building approvals....

As a business owner, without profit you won't be able to guarantee the long-term survival of your business. It provides the vital funds needed for reinvestment and growth, and is the lifeblood of the organisation. Increased profit generally comes from two strategies: * cost reduction and efficiency * changing the business model Using both of these strategies cohesively will mean...

Ways of doing business are changing fast in the modern world, and failing to keep up could cost you dearly. There are five key mistakes to avoid if you want your business to be competitive in the digital age. 1. Not having a mobile-friendly website A mobile-friendly website is one that is designed to be viewed from a mobile device...

While we may be experiencing some really frigid mornings in Canberra, the good news is the Commonwealth recruitment freeze is now over! With people outside the APS now eligible to apply for permanent roles, there are significant implications for the whole market. What's been hot? As predicted in our article in February's B2B, the Canberra regions job market has continued...

The death of a loved one can be an overwhelming, confusing and busy time. Although nothing will remove the sting of grief, unnecessary stress can be reduced by understanding the steps involved and seeking the right advice. Most of the angst that accompanies the administration of an estate stems from being uncertain as to who the right person to make...

In her recently published Quarterly Essay, "Dear Life - On caring for the Elderly" doctor and writer Karen Hitchcock writes in a moving, compelling and at times controversial way about the manner in which we treat and deal with the elderly, including: "The elderly, the frail are our society. They are our parents and grandparents, our carers and neighbours, and...

What is a testamentary trust? Testamentary trusts have been used in estate planning for many years, but what is a testamentary trust? I like to think of it as a ball of play dough that can be moulded to suit any person's circumstances. At its simplest, it is a gift in a Will to a beneficiary who is under the...