Business Hunter has a strong voice on business, economic and regional matters. We contribute regularly to public debate and discussion through the media, representing the interests of our members and the business community.
22 August 2025 - Offshore wind setback shows challenges of energy transition
8 August 2025 - Business Hunter welcomes important first steps for Broadmeadow Precinct
17 July 2025 - Business Hunter welcomes NSW Government post-mining land use response
4 July 2025 - Clean energy initiatives a boost for region’s renewables reputation
3 July 2025 - Business Hunter calls for reinstatement of Business Connect funding
27 June 2025 - Unemployment falls again as Hunter job market remains tight
24 June 2025 - Few surprises for Hunter in conservative NSW Budget
20 June 2025 - Global volatility and everyday cost pressures put bite on business
19 June 2025 - Business Hunter welcomes stronger focus on region's transition
3 June 2025 - Business community welcomes first international flights
2 June 2025 - Businesses could close without workers compensation reform
29 May 2025 - Unemployment falls across region as more join the job market
21 May 2025 - Business Hunter calls for support for storm-affected businesses and communities
08 May 2025 - Business Hunter backs workers compensation reform
05 May 2025 - Election outcome brings hope for confidence and continuity
01 May 2025 - Hunter’s most prestigious business awards open for entry
28 April 2025 - Male jobseekers take hit in latest labour force figures
01 April 2025 - Job market softens as tale of two regions emerges
26 March 2025 - No big Hunter handouts in low-key federal budget
3 March 2025 - Workers remain scarce despite unemployment uptick
28 January 2025 - Hunter youth unemployment three times lower than national average
17 January 2025 - Storm support for affected businesses
20 December 2024 - 'Tis the season for staff shortages
9 December 2024 - Hunter worker shortage third worst in the state
26 November 2024 - Workforce drought continues
25 November 2024 - Black Friday Balancing Act
11 November 2024 - Hunter Region doing its bit for a renewable future
8 November 2024 - New Board announced at the Business Hunter AGM
2 October 2024 - Shrinking workforce a concern for the Region.
13 September 2024 - Business Winners Crowned | Business Hunter Awards
28 August 2024 - Participation Rate Masks Workforce Issues
26 May 2024 - Unemployment eases in latest jobs stats
24 May 2024 - Workers remain scarce
23 May 2024 - Eraring deal helps energy certainty
14 May 2024 - Federal Budget offers more of the same
11 April 2024 - A Future Made in Australia Act
5 April 2024 - Business Hunter Welcomes IPART’s Port Determination
3 April 2024 - Jobs figures reveal stable picture
2 February 2024 - An offshore wind industry for the Hunter
1 February 2024 - Job picture remains positive
19 January 2024 - Job ads take a hit
22 December 2023 - Some Christmas cheer in employment data
8 December 2023 - No joy for region's retailers this Christmas
29 November 2023 - Is the Hunter in a jobs demand mismatch?
23 November 2023 - Report finds insurance a risky business for SME’s
16 November 2023 - Infrastructure review winners and losers
31 October 2023 - Living costs trigger full-time jobs wave
27 September 2023 - Job market swings toward security
26 September 2023 - Jobs Whitepaper shines some light
19 September 2023 - Broad based budget seeks to steer a steady course
26 August 2023 - Hunter Business Leaders Crowned
23 June 2023 - Record low unemployment for Newcastle
5 June 2023 - Hunter takes aim at AI
29 May 2023 - Hunter outperforms nation's labour markets
25 May 2023 - Energy pressure escaltes as winter descends
9 May 2023 - Budget promises new energy momentum
5 May 2023 - National authority important progress for energy sector
28 April 2023 - Not enough fuel in the tank warns Business Hunter
20 April 2023 - Labour Force figures showing region is yet to blink
5 April 2023 - Strong Hunter representation in new state cabinet
27 March 2023 - Business Hunter welcomes political clarity
24 March 2023 - Hunter left wanting as election approaches
3 March 2023 - Rising costs lead to job cuts
28 February 2023 - Energy skills must be in the mix
24 February 2023 - Super battery sets super pace
- Offshore wind set to test region
- Signs worker demand may be softening
22 February 2023 - Greater urgency needed on renewables
13 February 2023 - A lot at stake – Business Hunter launches state election campaign
27 January 2022 - Region Labour Force December 2022
23 December 2022 - Region's labour force expands in Christmas lead up
22 December 2022 - Cyber criminals target Christmas
21 December 2022 - Energy challenges prompt business call for help
20 December 2022 - Why you should shop local this Christmas
11 December 2022 - New Energy Bill measures welcome but more to be done
9 December 2022 - Soaring Interest Rates Stunt Business Growth
28 November 2022 - Business Hunter AGM
28 November 2022 - Business Hunter New Life Member
21 November 2022 - Hunter Business Leaders Honoured at Business NSW Awards
18 November 2022 - Hunter Busienss Leaders Honoured at NSW Tourism Awards
26 October 2022 - Business Hunter Federal Budet analysis - Productivity boost and key infrastructure locked in
24 October 2022 - Federal budget expectations for the Hunter
17 October 2022 - Spotlight on Anti Poverty Week
14 October 2022 - Business Hunter welcomes Waratah Super Battery progress
14 October 2022 - Business Hunter welcomes next milestone for Port of Newcastle Bill
7 October 2022 - Business Hunter welcomes Port Bill
5 October 2022 - Draft REZ Declaration a step in the right direction for energy cerainty
28 September 2022 - Community backs small business
9 September 2022 - Business Hunter welcomes the Six Cities Discussion Paper
31 August 2022 - Region Labour force figures continue to cast shadow on eve of Job and Skills Summit
26 August 2022 - Business toasts success at Award night of nights
10 August 2022 - Desire to Celebrate Hunter Business Success is Clear - 2022 Awards Finalists Announced
8 August 2022 - Offshore Wind Energy a Vital Piece of the New Energy Jig Saw in the Hunter
24 June 2022 - Unemployment rises as workforce participation snaps back
21 June 2022 - NSW Government’s 2022-23 Budget response from Business Hunter
20 June 2022 - Use before you lose Dine & Discover Vouchers
9 June 2022 - Entries open for 2022 Hunter Business Awards
3 June 2022 - Fee-free training package a good step to clearing workforce development hurdles
30 May 2022 - Labour force figures highlight the tough task for business looking for workers
22 May 2022 - Federal election result settled quickly for Hunter
21 May 2022 - Business and Economic Policy Spokesperson 2022 Federal Election | Hunter Focus
18 May 2022 - Business Confidence Returning but Caution Remains
May 2022 - Hunter Defence Conference essential for industry as National defence investment grows
10 April 2022 - May 21 Election call prompts Hunter focused white peper from business peak body to next Government
29 March 2022 - Federal Budget adds Security to Hunter Business and a Diverse Industrial Future
28 March 2022 - Faster Rail Pledge Welcome - Timing and Connectivity Will Be Everything
17 February 2022 - Hunter Energy Workforce Concerns over Eraring Announcement
16 February 2022 - Hunter Energy Sector has a Bright Future with Rez Expressions of Interest
31 January 2022 - Hunter Industry on Show for Japan's Investment Leaders
30 January 2022 - Support Package a Lifeline for Hunter Businesses
21 January 2022 - Business confidence retracts as Omicron bite depends
24 December 2021 - Calls for Business Support to Pivot to New COVID Circumstances
23 December 2021 - Employment market conditions not giving Hunter Businesses the leg-up anticipated
16 December 2021 - Sustained Government Focus on M1 to Raymond Terrace Funds a Welcome Update
15 December 2021 - Business Christmas Trade Risk Exposed as Local Case Numbers Climb
10 December 2021 - Business Chief Welcomes Small Business Relief
8 December 2021 - Hunter Buisness Leaders Welcomes Next Milestone of Hydrogen Future for the Region
3 December 2021 - Hunter-Central Coast rez roi launch will inspire business growth in the Region
2 December 2021 - Business Hunter Welcomes Consultation Phase of Hunter Regional Plan
26 November 2021 - Hunter Businesses take Top Gongs at State Awards
26 November 2021 - NSW Easing of Restrictions an Opportunity with some Challenges
17 November 2021 - Success under COVID Pressure Celebrated by Business Community at 2021 Hunter Business Awards
4 November 2021 - Hosting Regional Trade and Investment Tour with NSW Agent General and Senior Trade Commissioners
20 October 2021 - Tourism Package a good step for Hunter's Visitor Economy
18 October 2021 - Next Step on the M1 to Raymond Terrace Project Welcome
15 October 2021 - Big economic stimulus package offers potential for Hunter Businesses
14 October 2021 - Hunter Community Encouraged to Dine and Discover once again
13 October 2021 - Business Hunter welcomes investment and growth certainty in Hydrgoen Strategy
10 October 2021 - Business Hunter Urges Respect for Business
6 October 2021 - Business Hunter welcomes support for Small Businesses who "Slip through the cracks"
5 October 2021 - Getting Back to Business needs the Tools for Success
1 October 2021 - Hunter Business Awards set to go Live
30 September 2021 - Business Hunter Welcomes Extension of Support
29 September 2021 - Hunter Businesses Key to NSW's Accelerated Climate Plans
27 September 2021 -Roadmap gives certainty to Business
27 September 2021 - Lets Celebrate getting back to Business
21 September 2021 - Commonwealth Investment gives Private Sector assurance to act on new Energy
10 September 2021 - Tough Vaccination conversations are an important hurdle
9 September 2021 - Getting back to Business
9 September 2021 - NSW Lockdown Roadmap must be an easy guide for the Hunter
27 August 2021 - Employment market improves in the lead up to lockdown
20 August 2021 - Clarity for Hunters Travelling Workforce
17 August 2021 - One more reason to celebrate Hunter business success - 2021 awards finalists announced
14 August 2021 -New Measures to help Business come out the other side of Delta
12 August 2021 - Extended Hunter Lockdowns Deepen Business Pain
12 August 2021 - Big Industry Renewable Goals need Investment
9 August 2021 - Business concerned at local COVID trend
5 August 2021 - Stay at Home Orders a blow for Hunter Business and Industry
28 July 2021 - Business support welcomed as lockdown extends
28 July 2021 - M1 Environmental Impact Statement a welcome step
26 July 2021 - Plenty of Jobs still on offer
23 July 2021 - Employment numbers masking tight market
14 July 2021 - Extended Lockdown will weigh heavily
13 July 2021 - Support Package a boost for Business
12 July 2021 - Start on Freight Corridor investigation a relief
7 July 2021 - COVID restrictions extension a bitter pill
29 June 2021 - Support package welcome news for business owners
28 June 2021 - Concerns for business as COVID restrictions bite
24 June 2021 - Unemployment falls slightly as job vacancies spike
24 June 2021 - Hunter businesses feel impact of Sydney restrictions
22 June 2021 - Broad based Budget reflects strength of the state economy
21 June 2021 - NSW Budget to respond to new challenges
9 June 2021 - Dine and Discover extension a welcome boost
27 May 2021 - Unemployment stable with plenty of jobs on offer
21 May 2021 - Entries Open for 2021 Hunter Business Awards
19 May 2021 - Gas-fired power station a boost for business
11 May 2021 - Business Focus Continues in Federal Budget
11 May 2021 - Hunter Destinations Vie For Top Tourism Award
7 May 2021 - Business Hunter Welcomes Runway Upgrade Funding
23 April 2021 - Unemployment rises but economy remains buoyant
21 April 2021 - Hunter Well-Placed to be Hydrogen Hub
16 April 2021 - Business Hunter Welcomes Bypass Commitment
15 April 2021 -Business Confidence Slumps As Job Keeper Winds Up
31 March 2021 -Easing of Lockout Laws a Sensible Step
31 March 2021 - New Name, New Era for Leading Business Organisation
25 March 2021 - Jobless rate falls but end of JobKeeper looms
19 March 2021 - Dine and Discover a $50 million boost for Hunter business
12 March 2021 - Apprentice Subsidy a boost for Hunter Business
11 March 2021 - Hunter Tourism left off the Recovery Roadmap
26 February 2021 - Infrastructure Australia endorses key Hunter projects
16 February 2021 - Chamber welcomes return of Parliamentary Secretary
03 February 2021 - Support beyond JobKeeper needed for hard-hit sectors
28 January 2021 - Recovery continues as jobs return but economy still fragile
21 January 2021 - Have a good long weekend – but take a leave day
15 January 2021 - Businesses bouncing back but still fragile
21 December 2020 - Renewed COVID restrictions hit home in the Hunter
02 December 2020 - Ease COVID rules to give retailers a Christmas Bonus
27 November 2020 - COVID impact levelling but jobs still down
25 November 2020 - Chamber Welcomes easing of restrictions
21 November 2020 - Chamber toasts business success after a challenging year
15 November 2020 - Defence, infrastructure and business support budget priorities for the Hunter
17 November 2020 - COVID Budget supports business to keep economy moving
09 November 2020 - Electricity Roadmap offers opportunity and stability
06 November 2020 - Hunter Business Chamber welcomes new President and directors
27 October 2020 - Cautious recovery as business confidence bounces back
22 October 2020 - Unemployment increases reflect volatile economic climate
20 October 2020 - Payroll tax relief should be a State Budget priority
13 October 2020 - Hunter Business Chamber welcomes new outdoor guidelines
06 October 2020 - Jobs and business support the clear focus of Federal Budget
01 October 2020 - Narrabri Gas will assist industry in the Hunter
16 July 2020 - Apprentice subsidy extension a win for business
09 July 2020 - Crucial support needed to rescue apprenticeships
01 July 2020 - Chamber urges fresh look at liquor laws
25 June 2020 - Hunter economy reeling from impact of COVID-19
23 June 2020 - New ways of work to increase Hunter’s millennial appeal
17 June 2020 - Small business grants to jump-start engine room of the economy
28 May 2020 - Williamtown set to take off with SAP announcement
27 May 2020 - Workers comp premium freeze brings relief for business
22 May 2020 - Chamber welcomes relaxation of venue restrictions
03 April 2020 - Grants provide timely support for smallest businesses
