DSM Strata – Venture Profile
What is your venture? DSM Strata is an innovative provider of professional Strata Management services; Our family owned and operated business currently services the Geraldton local market. A new branch office has been established and will be operating in Perth in 2019. What’s inspired your work? Our work is inspired by creative and innovative building […]
Meet our new Learning Lead, Emma Jackson
Who are you? I’m an avid volunteer, scientist and roller derby player. I love to travel and push myself out of my comfort zone. What are you working on? As Learning Lead, I will be working to create new and inspiring learning opportunities for Pollinators members and the community. From short lunchtime learnings to larger […]
Sweet Orange Productions – Venture Profile
What is your venture? Sweet Orange Production is a theming and events company specialising in Tropical, Rustic & Nautical themes. We also do weddings, offering the whole package as a celebrant, wedding DJ and of course all the rustic/vintage wedding furniture, lights and gear you need to make your day look amazing! Also, as approved […]
Glen Coombs – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? Glen has a good understanding of business dynamics ranging from internal control systems, operational management and accounting, then collating this information into practical management reports to drive business performance. Glen’s venture is Gabcor Trading. “GABCOR Trading, your Business Improvement Specialist is now offering affordable mobile business advisory solutions throughout the Mid-West Region.” […]
Welcome to our new CityHive Host, Minna Hilton
Who are you? My name is Minna Hilton and I am the new CityHive host here at Pollinators. I love being productive and proactive in my local community so I’m looking forward to being part of the ‘buzz’ here at the Hive. What are you working on? Along with Pollinators, I work as Assistant Producer […]
Geraldton’s Botanical Garden gets the go-ahead!
Friends of Geraldton Gardens Inc. (FROGGs for short) recently got the go-ahead they were after to start Stage 1 of the Geraldton Botanical Gardens project. Pollinators have been supporting FROGGs on their journey to develop a Botanical Garden at Maitland Park in Geraldton’s CBD, similar to Kings Park but on a much smaller scale. Pollinators […]
Great Things STEM from Regional Festival
National Science Week got off to a flying start here in the Mid West with the Goodness Festival 2018 delivering the goods at the Trade Training Centre Open Day on August 11. There were robot wars, birds of prey, CO2 drag races, slime, lots of cool trade equipment to play with as well as live […]
Get Ready to Dance for a Difference Gero!
Get ready for a fun night out filled with live music, good food and drink, singing and dancing… Dance for a Difference is here Geraldton! Dance for a Difference will be a social event held at PCYC, aimed at giving an opportunity for young adults with disabilities to sing, dance and mingle with other members […]
Phil Frazee – Member Profile
Who are you? My name is Philip (Phil) Frazee. I am a Consulting Arborist, originally from the United States. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education, from The Ohio State University. I have extensive training and experience in the field of urban and community forestry. What are you working on? I am attempting to […]
Soup Rallies in the Community Troops
On Friday the 22nd of June, CityHive was packed with members, coworkers and the general public for what was an anticipated evening… GeroSoup is an innovative event that crowdfunds support for local innovations and ideas that benefit the wider community. On the night there were four ventures pitched. Every person in the room not only […]
Looking to Invest in the Midwest?..
Geraldton lies at the heart of a region with a diverse economy and many opportunities for agriculture, aquaculture, mining, tourism, manufacturing and infrastructure opportunities. Centrally located between Perth and Broome, in western Australia, the region has the potential to be a home for projects that build on existing strengths, as well as new and innovative enterprises. With […]
Paul Sheriff – Member Profile
Who are you? I am a self styled digital consultant whose been in IT since the start of the internet. I do windows 3.11 and word perfectly – now competent with mobile, cloud and blockchain (never stop learning). I have a huge raft of competencies and experience but fortunately I have forgotten more than I […]
Health & World Being – Venture Profile
What is your venture? I provide ‘real food’ drink pastes to cafes owners and managers. They turn my product into ready to drink, healthy (and very tasty) alternatives to the sugar loaded chai and turmeric lattes previously available. What inspired your work? Spices and herbs alike are loaded with nutrients and when used well can […]
Marine & Civil Maintenance – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? Marine & Civil Maintenance is a remedial contractor for marine-based infrastructure such as Ports, Wharves and Bridges. Normally we operate on the Eastern Seaboard, so this is our first project in Western Australia. We are currently working at the Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) fixing the concrete and steel structural elements. […]
Take Joy Seriously – Coworker Profile
Who are you? A dynamic loving, curious newbie coming from Europe to start her journey to joy in Australia, the land of plenty! What are you working on? I am trying to become the best me… working as a Personal and Business Development Facilitator and Consultant for Take Joy Seriously. Supporting people to evolve, clarify […]
Jackson M. Canny – CityHive Host
Who are you? My name is Jackson M. Canny, I am a graphic designer, comedian, video editor, and the 2018 Pollinators CityHive host. What are you working on? Currently I am working on improving my skills as CityHive host, working on my solo standup- comedy, and comedy shows such as Smells Like Meme Spirit and […]
Geraldton Fringe Festival Attracts Thousands
Who knew that what started out as just a small idea by two Geraldton locals would grow into Geraldton’s largest performing arts festival? Funtavia Festival Producers (and Pollinators Coworkers) Jodi Reilly and Julian Canny stood back in awe on Saturday night as the 2,400th patron walked through the Funtavia gates to experience Geraldton’s Fringe World […]
Clayton + Weir – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? In 2015 former work colleagues Priscilla Clayton and Julie Weir embarked on an adventure and formed Clayton + Weir, a regional development consultancy based in Geraldton, Western Australia. We can help you connect with the Mid West and Gasoyne communities by: Facilitating Meetings and Workshops Our facilitation skills are of a […]
Inspiring Words From Our Co-founder
The following blog post was retrieved from https://reflexious.com/2018/01/02/learnings-2017/ Learnings from 2017 by Andrew Outhwaite (Co-founder of Pollinators Inc) How can I best summarise learnings from the past year? Below is a distillation of some personal learnings and the audio of it being presented at Pollinators Social Member Meetup on 15th December. The guidance in the invitation […]
Young Innovators Wow Star-studded Line Up
Geraldton’s future innovators wowed a roomful of international movers and shakers at the Young Innovator Competition, held as part of the Geraldton component of the West Tech Fest on Friday the 8th of December. Five primary and high school finalists presented to a star-studded line-up of judges from the world of innovation and entrepreneurship. […]
