> The Fair Work Act Seminar Series

> Business Law in Brief Seminar Series

> Remove the barriers that many of your workers may have to gaining new skills

> Safe Work Australia Week 2009

> Is your business 'wasting' it's potential?

> Interest in locally made goods on the increase

Business Connections

The Fair Work Act Seminar Series

The Fair Work Act, which became law on 1 July 2009, is the second major overhaul to workplace relations in Australia.

As an employer these changes will significantly impact how you approach developing awards, collective bargaining, union involvement and your obligations under unfair dismissal laws.

From August to December 2009, Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland will be conducting free information sessions around the state on a range of aspects of the legislation

• Find a free Fair Work Act seminar near you

Business Compliance

Business Law in Brief Seminar Series

October 2009 - January 2010

Do you have peace of mind that your business has adequate legal protection?

If not…you are not alone. 90 percent of small business owners acknowledge that they do not have adequate protection but do little about it because of the high costs and difficulties in accessing legal advice.

CCIQ's Business Law in Brief is a short, sharp seminar series that will help you to address legal protection issues and understand key legal complexities that business owners need to consider to ensure their business operates risk free.

Registrations are limited to allow for attendee participation/interaction.

For more information, contact Lauren Mitchell on 07 3842 2202 or email events@cciq.com.au

Business Skills

Remove the barriers that many of your workers may have to gaining new skills

Did you know online learning is a cost-effective and highly successful way to train and upskill new and existing workers? Click here to learn more.

CCIQ eLearning offers a range of anywhere, anytime nationally recognised training qualifications. Get started now on certificate and diploma level programs at www.cciqeLearning.com.au.

Business Safety

Safe Work Australia Week 2009

• Find out more at www.cciq.com.au/safeworkweek

Also this month

• Safe companies outperform the market, several studies suggest

Business Sustainability

Is your business 'wasting' it's potential?

With Queensland's waste legislation due to be reformed next year, follow the link below for some simple tips to help prepare your business.

• Is your business 'wasting' it's potential?

Business Globally

Interest in locally made goods on the increase

With uncertainty in our econmy, increasing financial pressure on businesses and rising unemployment has given an enormous boost to consumer awareness about the impact of their purchasing decisions.

• Find out how local manufacturers and growers are meeting this consumer sentiment

Also this month

• Nation branding - what is it & how can it help Australian exporters?
• Find out how to expand your business through exporting

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OfficeMax has just launched their new catalogue, Office Products Spring – Summer 2009/2010

This catalogue has a contemporary, bold appearance, more information about the OfficeMax® business and a freshened and relevant range.

OfficeMax® has also improved the catalogue shopping experience for you by providing:

• Guides on how to select the correct product for you
• Icons for easy feature reference
• Products ordered in each category in order of Best, Better, Good quality.

If you have not yet received a copy of our new catalogue please phone: 136 MAX (926) to request your copy.

For more information on OfficeMax please visit www.officemax.com.au

Insurance tailored to local needs, backed globally

Did you know Qinserv is backed by one of the largest insurers in the world?

Qinserv's partnership with Jardine Lloyd Thompson, the sixth largest broker in the world and third largest insurance broker in Australia, ensures we can deliver high quality products at the lowest price. What's more, when you choose Qinserv for your insurance needs, you will get the peace of mind that comes with the backing JLT provides.

For further information on Qinserv's product visit www.qinserv.com or call 1300 138 470.