Apply for She Codes Flash
Flash is a one week taster program for women, aimed at teaching you the basics of the key emerging fields in tech. This program currently focuses on Python fundamentals, web development, algorithms and data, as well as offering participants a glimpse into hardware. We are offering the program to Mid West participants from June 15th […]
Because What We Do Matters
Be inspired by past achievements and get excited about Pollinators’ future direction. As we enter our tenth year, our 2019 annual report is for our members, partners, sponsors, community and the just plain curious find out all the import stuff about Pollinators. Find out how we have achieving our mission to “Nurture innovations and people […]
Geraldton Webgirls Flash Week – coming this May!
If you’re looking for a taste of tech, Flash is the program for you. Offering beginner friendly learning techniques and the opportunity to continue learning post-program, Flash provides an alternate pathway for women looking to see if the tech industry is right for them. This one week program is ideal for women who are new […]
BaseCamp Profile – Ersilia Tarantino (Take Joy Seriously)
Ersilia offers coaching and mentoring where your guided to find more passion, power and purpose for what you do in your projects, life or business. This will motivate you to be more focused, engaged and driven to confidently succeed long term. Resulting in more engagement, energy, satisfaction and joy. Through her one to one sessions, […]
Carrie Puzzar – Member Profile
. Who are you? I’m Carrie. Mum. Wife. Total HR nerd. I’ve been working for a long time now and for most of it, I’ve been working in the Human Resources profession. . I count myself as one of the lucky ones because I realised quite early on in life that people were my ‘thing.’ […]
BaseCamp profile – Carol Redford – Astrotourism WA
There are two billion people on planet Earth who can no longer see the Milky Way in their night sky. In a world where artificial light pollution is increasing by 2% every year, Carol Redford is making sure that Western Australia capitalises on its world-class dark night sky. Carol is working with Local Government to […]
BaseCamp profile – Samuel Purba-Barnard (Distinct Digital Marketing)
Distinct Digital Marketing helps Real Estate Agents sell an additional 2-3 properties a month through Social Media Advertising. Samuel is so passionate about the return on investment for his clients that he tracks their success as if it’s his own. Samual signed up for BaseCamp to get feedback on his ideas as well as accountability […]
BaseCamp profile – Priscilla Clayton (Clayton Consulting WA)
Priscilla Clayton helps businesses, local governments and government agencies secure work and funding by preparing winning paperwork. Specifically detailed documents such as tenders, grant applications and business cases. With clients all over Western Australia Priscilla takes care of those government documents that can be tedious and downright confusing. Allowing her clients to focus on their […]
BaseCamp Businesses support each other on their climb to success
Making WA the global star gazing destination, using GPS technology to bust boredom on the long road trip to the Mid West, and easing the stress of selling houses are just some of the local start-up business on the rise since completing the first round of the Pollinators BaseCamp Incubator program. BaseCamp Incubator is a […]
Samuel Purba-Barnard – Member Profile
There’s a good chance you assume this… A common misconception. An 18 year old is too young to know anything about business, let alone help me grow mine. My name is Samuel Purba-Barnard and I run a digital marketing agency. Throughout highschool, I obtained multiple accolades in economics, literature, visual creation, music and technology. Upon […]
Goodbye to our Community Lead
The following was written by Natasha Colliver, Pollinators Chairperson. On behalf of the Pollinators Board and Staff, It is with mixed emotions that we say goodbye to our Community Lead, Kirsty Kipling….. I’m sad because Kirsty is such a beautiful person and has impacted on the lives of so many of us in the Pollinators […]
Recycling In The Hive!
Recycling just got better in CityHive with our new brightly coloured recycling bins, but we need your help to make it effective! In addition to the large recycling bins we also recycle the following items: Batteries – please place in the small black container on the reception desk Food scraps – small container on the […]
Sylvia Vella – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? I have a freelance design agency, known as Bee Box Marketing… websites, graphics, photography and video. I mostly work for small businesses because I get it. I’ve marketed and managed successful businesses in Geraldton for the past 15 years across many industries. What’s inspired your work? I’m inspired by the uniqueness of […]
Ecotourism Workshop A Real Hit With Locals
Community members packed The Hive earlier this month to hear from experts and have their say about the future of ecotourism at the Houtman Abrolhos Islands. Attendees heard from international tourism expert, Associate Professor David Newsome who shared his knowledge about adequate protected area management and sustainable nature based tourism at seabird breeding sites. Whilst […]
Connecting Youths in the Coworking Community
Last week, youths from Training Alliance Group Geraldton joined Pollinators coworkers for a unique networking experience. The group undertaking an Employment Skills Course wanted to connect more with individuals in the community, and network with people they otherwise wouldn’t get the chance to meet. Around a feast of fish and chips on the Geraldton Foreshore, […]
After Dark In Ancient Rome!
After a sell-out “Scitech After Dark” event in 2017, Scinapse brings you After Dark in Ancient Rome at the Museum of Geraldton on Thursday March 28th. Come and immerse yourself in the new Ancient Rome: The Empire that Shaped the World Touring Exhibition of incredible machines, art and technology. With artefacts, models, catapults, frescoes, armour, weapons, busts, and much more, […]
For the love of Soil and Human Health
The following article is about one of our long-standing members, Amanda Rowland who has recently become a qualified Bodytalker. Here is her story… Amanda has been writing about regenerative agricultural practices over many years and spent a good part of 2018 investigating soil health and the microbiome. She has been visiting and working with different […]
Young Innovator Finals rock the judges
Young Innovators knock the socks off international Line Up of judges at the final pitching event in Geraldton on Friday the 7th December 2018. The future innovators have delivered some great ideas to help Ocean and Waterway Health to the judging panel and guests and parents looking on in awe. Six primary and high school […]
‘Honey Highlights’ for Pollinators in 2018
Every year is a “bizzy” one for Pollinators but as time rolls on, we seem to take on more projects, hold more events and grow our Pollinators community. There were many highlights for 2018, one being that Pollinators secured a state government and Lotterywest grant for CreativeHub amenities. CreativeHub continues to edge closer in becoming […]
Midwest Adventure Tours – Venture Profile
What is your venture? Midwest Adventure Tours provide visitors to Geraldton with experienced and guided tours within the town and surrounding region. Many tours are available, providing visitors with the option of exploring the history, food & produce, or the natural assets that the Midwest has to offer. We provide tours that attract visitors from […]
