Site of Collie’s new $6.3 million training centre revealed

The Cook Government has today unveiled plans for a new $6.3 million South Regional TAFE onsite training facility in Collie, to help local workers transition into new job opportunities. Cook Government announces site of Collie’s new $6.3 million training centre Part of the State Government’s Collie Transition Package Building refurbishment plans underway for construction and…

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Vanessa Glover

Collie Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Management Committee Member Vanessa joined Synergy at Muja Power Station in 2018, working in community and stakeholder engagement. Originally hailing from New Zealand, she started her career there as a journalist. Upon moving to Australia in 2005, she worked in the corporate communications field on a number of…

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Shenae Chappell

Collie Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Deputy Chairperson  Shenae has lived in Collie her whole life and is a proud and present member within our community. Shenae has a love for singing and from a young age has voluntarily performed at local events. Shenae started hairdressing in 2010, commencing an apprenticeship in 2011. In…

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Natalie Cook

Collie Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Chairperson  Natalie was born in Collie and has lived in the town for most of her life. She is married to Harley, and has two adult children, Lauren and Will. Natalie trained as a primary school teacher and held a variety of roles within the department, including as…

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Tara van Beuningen

Chamber Executive Officer Tara joined the Collie Chamber five years ago and progressed into the Executive Officer role in 2021. Previously the administration manager for the BGEA, Tara brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the Chamber and its customers. Tara isn’t new to the small business world. She and her family owned and…

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Sasacha Shepherd

Collie Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Treasurer Sasacha Shepherd was born, raised and educated in Collie, she is married to Clinton and has 3 children Liam, Samuel and Emilea. Sasacha has always been an active member of the Collie Community and has been on many Executive Committees and Boards, from Child Care and School…

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Tom Reardon

Collie Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc  Secretary Tom Reardon arrived in Collie with his wife Katherine to take up permanent residency in December 2016. Tom spent his life in the Education field where he was principal of a Catholic Primary School, a Religious Education consultant for Brisbane Catholic Education and a lecturer in theology…

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Business After Hours – Colliecrete Project

The October Business After Hours was hosted by the Colliecrete Project. Over thirty arrived at Black Diamond Lodge to hear from the Colliecrete team. Attendees to the event at Black Diamond Lodge were presented with an in-depth look into the project, covering why Collie was chosen as a site, community benefits of the project, mix…

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Expressions of interest to host Business Connections

Collie Chamber Business Connections Business Connections is a bi-monthly event hosted by a member business or organisation in a social atmosphere. These extremely popular functions provide a unique opportunity to raise the profile of your business, and interact with other business owners. This is an excellent format to promote your own business, network and listen…

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