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New and current members share a wealth of new business opportunities and become part of Brisbane's unique urban renewal business culture.

The Valley Chamber of Commerce is not your average business organisation.  The inner-city of Brisbane has a special feel and special demands that are reflected in the business community.

Since its inception, the Chamber has played a leading role in representing the needs of local business operators.  The directors of the Chamber know the constant tensions that can arise between governments, commercial needs and local residents.

Membership of the Chamber is essential for anyone interested in the future of their business. We examine problems confronting industry and explore solutions with special emphasis on the unique needs of our inner-city precinct.

To find out more about membership or to join us click HERE.

- PAUL BLOXHAM Chief Economist HSBC

TOPIC: “Qld State Government’s trade and economic relationship with China both now plus short to long term. Including some relevant statistics” also understand he will include an overview of the Australian Finance situation.

- ANDREW FRASER MP

TOPIC: State Government’s trade and economic relationship with China both now plus short to long term. Including some relevant statistics.

- HEAD OF TRADE – CHINESE CONSUL GENERAL OFFICE OF THE PEOPLES’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA IN BRISBANE

TOPIC: “The Status and future of Trade and economic development between China and Queensland”

Paul Bloxham joined HSBC in late 2010 as Chief Economist for Australia and New Zealand. Prior to this, he spent almost 12 years working as an economist at the Reserve Bank of Australia, where he held a range of different roles in the Economic Analysis Department. These included heading up the overseas economies and financial conditions sections, and working in the domestic forecasting and prices areas. Paul has published a number of papers, including on housing and household finances, as well as on asset prices and monetary policy. Paul holds a Masters degree in public financial policy from the London School of Economics.

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Andrew Fraser, who is the Deputy Premier and Treasurer of Queensland, with additional responsibilities as Minister for State Development and Trade. Mr Fraser was first elected as the Member for Mt Coot-tha in 2004 and re-elected in 2006 and 2009. Mr Fraser became the youngest ever Parliamentary Secretary in Queensland during his first term as an MP.

After first serving as Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Treasurer, Mr Fraser then served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Minister for Health. In 2006, Mr Fraser was charged with overseeing the most significant program of reform to local government in Queensland's history during his year in the Cabinet as Minister for Local Government, Planning and Sport. In 2007, he was appointed Treasurer – at 30 years of age, the youngest Minister to hold the Treasury portfolio since 1915.

Following the 2009 election, Mr Fraser was reappointed Treasurer, and also held the ministries of Employment and Economic Development. In 2011, Mr Fraser was appointed Deputy Premier – the youngest person to be sworn-in to this position in Queensland’s history. Mr Fraser is a graduate of Griffith University with degrees in Commerce and Law. He graduated with first class honours and received the University Medal for academic excellence. Mr Fraser is married with two children.

Paul Bloxham (Top) Andrew Fraser (Bottom)

A huge thank you to Queensland Rail for their support of the Valley Chamber of Commerce by providing the 6m wide x 3m high billboard to the Valley Chamber of Commerce for 12 months from September 2011 – 2012. The Billboard is designed to actively promote a strong safety message and the Valley Entertainment Precinct Valley Liquor Accord safety messages and transport both day and night.

Play Nice…..Play Safe and the we suggest you check out one of the main message on www.hellosundaymorning.com.au for yourself.

Thank also must go to all:

The property owners of Valley Metro Shopping Centre for funding assistance towards the production of the billboard advertising skin.

Other thank you must go to the

Valley Liquor Accord comprised of the many of the licensee and licensed venues for their support in putting the artwork together on this project.

Valley Chamber Community Safety Group for their endless support in running safety audits and programs within the area.

www.valleychamber.com.au

www.valleyliquoraccord.com.au

Next Valley Chamber Community Safety Audit: 11pm Saturday night 9 July to 4am Sunday early morning 10 July with audits taking place relating to public transport and 5 nominated areas (note: 2 safety audits held each year at varying times).

If you have a safety concern and you work or live in the Valley Chamber of Commerce areas: Fortitude Valley, Bowen Hills,

Spring Hill, Newstead, Teneriffe or New Farm you are more than welcome to attend the meetings. Support services attend these meetings eg Fortitude Valley Police, Transport Service operators, Ambulance Service, Brisbane City Council, community service groups, property & business owners and residents.

For more information contact Carol Gordon M 0417 623189 or admin@valleychamber.com.au.

SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE LIST OF EVENTS THAT ARE ON IN FEBRUARY 2012!

HSBC Chinese New Year Business Luncheon THURSDAY 2. February 2012 12.30-2pm @ Cloudland

HSBC Chinese New Year Cocktail Party THURSDAY 2. February 6-8pm @ Chinatown Airbridge

HSBC Chinese New Year Celebration Banquet FRIDAY 3. February 7pm @ The Golden Palace

Don't miss out - BOOK Your Seats NOW!!!

The Chamber now has a Facebook profile. Please follow us for updates and events.

See our media release including link to an online survey. Click HERE.

Membership renerwals and full year memberships are now due. Click HERE download an application form. Click HEREto read a letter from the Board for the benefits of membership.

The launch of the Valley Liquor Accord was held on 22 June 2009.

Click below for recent media releases from the VLA:
26 Oct 2009 - extension granted for VLA
27 Oct 2009 - forcing Qld towards a nanny state

Visit the links below for further information:
www.valleyentertainmentprecinct.com
www.valleyliquoraccord.com