Get ready for growth

We all hope that the worst of the economic downturn is behind us, and early indications offer promise that this is indeed the case. We understand many of our clients are doing their best to maintain staffing levels and some are even undertaking a growth strategy.

No matter what your organisation’s individual situation, it’s important to ensure staff morale is high and to continue to plan for a bright, long-term future. Part of this growth is planning for next year and a great way to do that is by holding strategic planning sessions with your teams. Training staff and ensuring their skills and attitude is continually developed can help to maximise your future potential as an organisation.

Rewarding them with an enjoyable dinner, great Christmas party or a simple barbeque can make all the difference in the world. Sydney Showground’s unique venue selection provides endless opportunities to entertain both inside and out that will offer the best experience but will also work within your budget.

I hope you enjoy this issue, we’ve included a host of hints to help you take advantage of all our great in-house expertise and talent. I’m also excited to tell you about key staff movements that have been developed to ensure that Sydney Showground is well placed to meet your every event need. Whether you’re looking for advice on menus or media, read on and enjoy.

Karen Bolinger

General Manager Sales & Marketing , Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

p.s. - Do you want dinner on us?

If you book an event at Sydney Showground by 31 August you'll be entered into a prize draw to win dinner for 8 cooked by our Executive Chef, Tim Browne. Click here for details.

Take the guesswork out of menu tasting

The success of a menu is key to a successful event. Make sure your attendees remember your next event, and rave about the fantastic food and beverages by taking part in a menu tasting with Sydney Showground Executive Chef Tim Browne.

Whether you're after a casual barbeque, a cocktail menu or a fine dining gala dinner, we've got the perfect menu for your next event.

Click here for information

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Save the Date: Taste Kitchen at ABEE

Mark this one in your calendar: on 23 July, food media personality Lyndey Milan will join Sydney Showground Executive Chef Tim Browne to prepare Sydney Royal Gold medal winning products that will make your mouth water!  The event is part of the Australian Business Events Expo taking place on 22 - 23 July.

Where: Taste Kitchen.

When: 1.30pm - 2.30pm on the 23 July

Get your taste buds ready as Lyndey and Tim prepare Coriander cured Gold medal Daintree Saltwater Barramundi with a seared ginger and sesame dressing. You’ll hear from Lyndey about the ‘best of the best’ produce in Australia, and see how the experts serve up innovative award winning cuisine.

For more information about ABEE, click here.

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Racing to success

Forces unite to support the Racing NSW/Darby McCarthy Aboriginal Employment and Training Program, with 22 indigenous students selected to follow in the footsteps of former racing legend Darby McCarthy.

Click here to read more.

Getting greener every day

Our green credentials are constantly improving with Sydney Showground joining the NSW Department of Climate Change’s (DECC) Sustainability Advantage program.

Click here to find out how big an impact this initiative has already made.

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Sydney Showground packages up a great event

Recently Exhibitions and Trade Fairs (ETF) organised Australia's international exhibition of packaging and processing machinery, materials and associated technology on behalf of the Australian Packaging Machinery Association (APMA).

Click here to read about the success.

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New Sydney Showground Staff

Jimmy Busteed

Recently appointed to the newly created role of Senior Manager, Business Development is Jimmy Busteed, who is moving up from the position of Exhibition Sales Manager of the Sydney Royal Easter show which he’s held over the past four and a half years.

This new challenge will see Jimmy responsible for seeking out business opportunities from corporate clients as well as the business development activities associated with growing the conference, exhibition and special events sectors at the Showground. With an extensive background in event sales, we are sure he will be successful with this challenge.

Looking to hold an event? Give Jimmy a call on (02) 9704 1292 or email him.

Kim Seccombe

Another familiar face at Sydney Showground is Kim Seccombe, who after six years within the sales department has accepted the role as Senior Manager, National Accounts.

This newly created role will see Kim looking after the needs of more than 30 of the Showground’s existing and valued clients for major events, including the Home and Giving Fair, Big Day Out and the Sydney World Masters Games.

Call Kim on (02) 9704 1164 or email her.

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Sydney’s newest suburb?

To reflect the changing nature of the many businesses, developments and offerings of Sydney Olympic Park, SOPA is asking to be recognised as a stand-alone suburb.

Click here to read more.

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Employment Opportunities:

Business Development Coordinator

Sydney Showground is seeking an enthusiastic team player to join the team that looks after over 400 events a year across over 20 venues. Your opportunity to grow and make it your own will be limited only by your career goals and ambition. If you would like to work for a venue that is world class, with a reputation that is second to none, click here for more information.

To view other employment opportunities within the RAS, click here.

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