PESTLE – a proven method to generate relevant innovations
Imagine yourself in Steve’s shoes: He’s enthusiastic about innovation and has the CEOs’ support to run a innovation workshop. Steve, however, was less enthusiastic about actually leading the process. While Steve has deep technical expertise in his department, he wasn’t confident about generating new ideas relevant to the whole organisation. But now, after a bit of research and some mentoring from an innovation […]
Pitches, Soup and Ideas Flying the Coop
On Wednesday the 26th of April, Pollinators hosted this year’s Australia Post Regional Pitchfest information session. The session was led by former Learning Lead of Pollinators, Andrew Outhwaite, who shared his top tips for how to give a short and sharp pitch. Australia Post Regional Pitchfest acts as a platform for regional innovations and ideas, giving […]
Geraldton Air Charters – Tapping into a new market
Geraldton Air Charter has transformed its bottom lines by zeroing in on a new and untapped tourist market in Geraldton – the Chinese. By specifically targeting Chinese tourists through Chinese-language website, Chinese speaking staff and using Chinese social media, the business has attracted 1600 Chinese tourists to Geraldton to book a Geraldton Air Charter tour […]
Fleur Porter – Coworker Profile
What is your venture? I am a purpose coach – which is like a life coach but focused on purpose. So what do I do? I coach people to find their purpose and craft it into something that’s woven from all things they ALREADY KNOW that live inside them. If it’s a business, we’ll craft […]
Laneway Revitalisation Swarm
A group of about 30 enthusiastic creative thinkers converged at Pollinators in Geraldton recently to dream up plans for a revitalised Swansea Laneway, off Marine Terrace. CBD Property Trust contracted Pollinators to conduct a ‘Swarm’ event to engage the community in the revitalisation of the privately-owned laneway. The Trust and City of Greater Geraldton have already agreed […]
Rodney Littlejohn – Venture Profile
What is your venture? Tersum Energy is building a mixed generation power station. Our goal is to build the power station near Geraldton and provide a new source of affordable electricity to help drive economic development not only for Geraldton but the wider Mid West. Tersum believe this new electricity can be brought to customers through a […]
Gordon Macleod – Member Profile
Who are you? My name is Gordon Macleod and I decided to get involved with Pollinators after attending their members meet up at CityHive. What are you working on? I’m still recovering from having a stroke and working on improving my body movements. However, my ultimate aim is to create a support group for all community members who have experienced […]
Emma Bateman – Host Profile
Who are you? I’m just a girl making every effort to adapt to the adult-run world I have worked so hard to reach. I love to read fiction novels, as it offers an escape and adventure with every page and I am passionate about justice for those who cannot raise their own voice. What are […]
$8000 Amazon Gifts For Pollinators Coworkers!
Drum roll please…. Pollinators is hugely excited to announce a new partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) that entitles all full-time Pollinators co-workers to access $8000 worth of resources to help their startups grow. AWS provides startups with an easy to use infrastructure needed to scale and grow any business. Some of the world’s hottest […]
Bianca Shepley – Member Profile
Who are you? Hello, my name is Bianca Shepley. My partner Darren and I bought the “Tarts & Co” business in June 2016. We are a fun loving, young family with 4 kiddies. We love the beach, food and spending time with friends and family! What are you working on? I am working on time […]
Laneway Revitalisation – Have your say
Join representatives of CBD Property Trust and Pollinators to dream up plans for a revitalised laneway outside CityHive. The redevelopment of the old Lotteries House building on Marine Terrace has presented the opportunity to transform the current construction site into a funky, functional space for West End patrons and residents. Join us for this Swarm […]
Welcome to our new Community Lead Kirsty Kipling
Who are you? Hi, I’m Kirsty and I’ve just started my role as Community Lead for Pollinators. I love collaborating with others and being an active member of the local community so I’m really looking forward to my future with Pollinators! What are you working on? Along with being Pollinators’ Community Lead, I also work […]
AT Bowen Therapy – Venture Profile
What is your venture? My name is Annette Tuncel and I’ve recently set up my business working as a Bowen therapist. Bowen therapy is a holistic bodywork technique, using gentle rolling moves over muscles, tendons and ligaments. Bowen moves stimulate the body to shift from flight/fight/fright mode to rest/relaxation mode and begin the healing and adjustment […]
Meet the Candidates at Pollinators
With a State election looming, Geraldton voters will have a unique opportunity to hear from and question Geraldton’s three major State Election Candidates at an open house “Meet the Candidates” event at CityHive next Friday. The three candidates will have an opportunity to express their major pre-election pledges, with a focus on innovation and community […]
Want to be part of something amazing?
Pollinators Inc. are searching for an outstanding individual to take on their Community Lead Role Pollinators Inc. is a member-based social enterprise based in Geraldton that provides support and services to its members and the wider community in three keys areas: Space CityHive is regional Australia’s largest and longest-established coworking space operating from an inspiring Heritage-listed […]
Agencies Collaborate on Innovation
A team of Mid West government and non-government agencies came together in Geraldton last week to map out plans to progress innovation in the region. About 15 representatives attended the workshop at Pollinators’ CityHive to help further the Mid West Development Commission’s (MWDC) Innovation Strategy. Pollinators Chairman Paul Dyer said it was fantastic to see […]
New and Improved Coworking Options!
Freelancers, entrepreneurs, start-ups, business visitors, working-at-home mums… we have a new coworking product to offer you! Have you been wary of the subscription that comes behind coworking? Scared to commit to the 2 days per week that you paid for? Well now you can buy 5, 10 or 20 day coworking passes and use them […]
Staffing changes present exciting opportunities
As we embark into 2017, I would like to share with you some changes in regards to Samille Mitchell and Andrew Outhwaite’s roles within Pollinators, and the exciting opportunities these changes will likely create. Sadly, Samille has recently tendered her resignation as Community Lead. With a recent change in family circumstances and commitment to growth […]
The Coworking Concept – is it for you?
So, what is coworking? Well, it is the innovative practice of working in a shared environment, as opposed to working alone at home. And why would you want to work in a shared environment, you may question? Because of all of the benefits of course! In a coworking space, you are open to a vast […]
