City of sydney business awards 09 - Supporting better business

ANZ Bank
We're very excited to have ANZ as Principal Sponsor of the Awards for the fourth year running, and to announce the creation of a new Award category presented by ANZ. The ANZ Fast Starter Award will be open to all nominated businesses with higher than $5 million in turnover. For more details check out the Award categories. ANZ's business bankers are a great resource, no matter how big your business is, and you can find one near you just by clicking on their logo to the left.

EnergyAustralia
EnergyAustralia is proud to again support Sydney's business community by sponsoring the Sydney Business Awards. With over 100 years' experience and over 100,000 business customers across a wide range of industries, EnergyAustralia is one of Australia's leading suppliers of electricity and gas. EnergyAustralia is dedicated to meeting the needs of small businesses by continually upgrading its products and helping customers save time and money. To find out more visit www.energyaustralia.com.au.

Defence Reserves Support
Defence Reserves Support - New South Wales (DRS-NSW) promotes the benefits of employing Reservists to business with the aim of improving the availability of these servicemen and women. Employer and community support is vital to Australia’s defence capability. A Defence Reservist is a person who usually has two very different jobs - one in Defence and one in the civilian workplace. DRS-NSW’s specialist staff can assist eligible employers of Reservists to apply for substantial financial support payments. They can also help employers develop supportive leave policies and identify and utilise the unique skills and qualities that only a Defence Reservist can bring to their workplace or business.

Hayes Knight
Look for regular content updates in our newsletters and on this site from our sponsor Hayes Knight, an association of independent accounting and business advisory firms across Australia and New Zealand. Hayes Knight is unique in the Australasian market offering a comprehensive suite of services to businesses and professionals. Director Greg Hayes is a highly respected small business commentator, and the Business Awards community will have access to Greg’s thinking on a range of topics in a special series designed exclusively for the Business Awards.

Microsoft
Joining the Sydney Business Awards for their first year as a sponsor, Microsoft will be presenting finalists with the opportunity to win a new prize in 2011 – “IT Innovation Award”. One lucky finalist who demonstrates innovative use of Microsoft technology in their business will win three copies of Microsoft Office 2010 Home and Business plus three LG Optimus 7Q Windows Phone 7 (handset only). RRP $3,300

MyNetFone
MyNetFone is a first-time sponsor of the City of Sydney business awards, having previously competed and won the award in the Information & Communication Technology category, and been a finalist twice. MyNetFone is the sound choice for business communications, making ‘big business’ communication features accessible to small and medium businesses with our range of innovative voice and internet solutions. We are the leading and most-awarded VoIP communications provider in Australia, delivering business and residential solutions to over 85,000 customers. So if your business is expanding, moving or looking to reduce costs, find out how your business can benefit, contact our friendly team on 1300 733 995.

TAFE Sydney NSW
TAFE NSW – Sydney Institute is proud to be involved with the City of Sydney Business Awards again in 2011. Sydney Institute is at the forefront of assisting business with its training needs. As well as people enrolling in our courses, TAFE have skilled industry trainers that can work with business to evaluate training and assessment needs, devising a customised training program that benefits individual employees and business. For more information click on the logo.

NSW Department of Trade & Investment
Want to grow your business? Then step back, take a good look, and come along to Small Business September. A must for people who want the best advice on how to take their business to the next step. Small Business September is a time when small business owners and operators can discover a new direction or find ways to improve all aspects of their operation, expand networks and grow business. Around 300 events are run statewide and address important issues for small firms, including e-commerce, marketing, human resources, innovation and technology, exporting, and much more. Visit http://smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au/ for more details.

Central Magazine
Central is the full colour weekly dedicated to the unique needs of Sydney's inner city residents. The contemporary and targeted content covers local lifestyle, business, entertainment, news, reviews and property. Check out the digital edition by clicking on their logo.

The Events Agency
The Events Agency manages and produces the Sydney Business Awards in collaboration with the City of Sydney. We are an end to end event management agency providing event development, delivery, marketing and sponsorship. For more information about connecting with thousands of Sydney bussinesses by becoming a Business Awards sponsor, please contact Managing Director, Bill Baggitt. Contact us: billbaggitt@eventsagency.com.au or (02) 8003 5340.