| September has been a fantastic month of connection and collaboration, with our business community coming together through a range of events and opportunities.
We have enjoyed celebrating all that Lismore’s businesses have to offer and look forward to building on these connections in the months ahead.
A Warm Welcome to Our New Members
We are thrilled to welcome our new members this month.
You can click their name to learn more about them.
Jims Hazardous Material Removal Lismore provides professional, reliable and safety-focused hazardous material, remediation and property clean-up services throughout Lismore and surrounding areas. Assisting in residential, commercial, industrial and property management clients with the safe identification, removal, testing and remediation of hazardous and contaminated environments.
Joseph Legal ILP is a Lismore based commercial and civil litigation law practice founded by Francis Joseph.
Francis advises businesses, company directors and professionals in relation to commercial disputes, providing legal advice from the earliest stages of a dispute through to negotiation, mediation and, where necessary, litigation
Lismore Gateway Motel has recently undergone a comprehensive renovation, enhancing the entire property, including guest rooms, lush tropical gardens, and the relaxing pool area. They have also introduced secure parking and a brand-new Guest Kitchen and Laundry for your convenience. Each room now features free high-speed Wi-Fi, a modern room entry system, and 50-inch Smart TVs.
Sustainaclean is a locally owned and operated cleaning business serving Lismore and the wider Northern Rivers. Providing reliable, professional cleaning to homes, businesses, landlords and community organisations across the region.
It’s fantastic to see our community growing and more businesses choosing to be part of it.
Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement & Meetings
September has been another productive month of advocacy, engagement, and connection with our business community.
We have continued working closely with members, Council, government agencies, and regional organisations to better understand local challenges, explore opportunities, and advocate for initiatives that support a strong and thriving future for Lismore.
Other key engagements included:
- Regular CBD walks, connecting directly with local businesses, listening to feedback, and hearing that many in the community are feeling positive about the direction of Lismore.
- Discussions with the Destination North Coast team and Ballina representatives around regional opportunities and collaboration.
- Opportunities such as Chris Minns’ visit in October and growing interest from new residents and organisations looking to bring events to the region.
- Attending the 25-year anniversary celebration of Regional Health with University of Sydney Chancellor Mark Scott at the Lismore Gallery, providing an opportunity to strengthen connections and showcase the work being done by Business Lismore.
- A conversation with the Ballina Mayor focused on regional collaboration and shared opportunities.
Events, Education & Community Engagement
- 2026 Business NSW Northern Rivers Regional Awards. The strength, resilience, and innovation of our local business community was recognised, with Business Lismore members represented across 83% of award categories. Highly Commended recipients and winners were recognised in 19 of the 23 categories, highlighting the incredible talent and contribution of our local businesses.
- Our September Business After Hours was proudly hosted by 41 Battalion Lismore on 22 September, and it was a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the important role they play in our community. It was a delight to see the Reserves in action, gain insight into their work, and hear about the valuable contribution they make in supporting and strengthening our region. A sincere thank you to the 41 Battalion team for welcoming our business community and sharing their time, facilities, and stories with us.
- On 8th of September, we launched our new Business Before Hours series, an exciting monthly educational event designed to support, connect, and inspire our local business community. The inaugural session brought together a panel of local business owners who shared their knowledge, experiences, and insights, answering marketing questions from a room full of like-minded businesses. It was a fantastic morning of learning, collaboration, and connection, and a great start to what will become a valuable ongoing opportunity for businesses to gain practical insights and support each month.
Upcoming Events:
- Business Before Hours: Have you got questions about stretegy or do you want to connect with other business leaders and have the important conversations. Business Before Hours is an educational, panel style event where you ask the questions and get the answers you want. Tuesday the 13th of October 7.45am – 9.30am at SCU. Register HERE
- Business After Hours: Hosted by the Our House Wednesday the 28th of October, Register HERE We’re looking forward to seeing you there and hearing more about the incredible work our October hosts, Our Kids and Our House do for the community.
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