Bega Chamber of Commerce

11/09/2026

What happens when a community comes together? ✨

More than 3,500 people came to Bega for the inaugural Bega Streetlight Festival, transforming the main street into a spectacular celebration of art, food, music and light.

The event was a fantastic collaboration between the Bega Chamber, Bega Valley Shire Council and South East Arts, with support from Transport for NSW's Open Streets Program.

And we're doing it again!

📅 Friday 25 September 2026

This year's festival is set to be bigger and better, bringing people into the heart of Bega and creating another great opportunity for local businesses and our community.

Save the date!

The Bega Streetlight Festival, proudly funded by the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program, led by Transport for NSW, is a collaboration between the Bega Chamber of Commerce, South East Arts and Bega Valley Shire Council.

10/09/2026

Your business is stronger when you're connected. 🤝

Being part of the Bega Chamber means being part of a network of local businesses working together to strengthen the Bega Valley economy.

Membership gives you opportunities to:
• Connect with other local businesses
• Attend networking events and workshops
• Promote your business through Chamber channels
• Access information about grants, funding and training
• Have your voice represented to government
• Collaborate and build valuable partnerships

Whether you're a solo operator, established business, startup or not-for-profit, there's a place for you in our business community.

Find out more at www.begachamber.com.au

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

Helping businesses make the most of their numbers.

For more than 45 years, Boyce Chartered Accountants has been helping businesses and individuals across regional NSW achieve their financial and business goals.

With an office in Bega, the Boyce team takes a practical approach to accounting and business advice. Their focus goes beyond simply keeping businesses compliant, they work alongside clients to help them build stronger, more successful businesses.

The team prides itself on keeping things simple, avoiding unnecessary jargon and sharing knowledge that can make a genuine difference.

For Boyce, success is about building long-term relationships and becoming a trusted advisor their clients can rely on.

📞 (02) 6452 3344
🌐 boyceca.com

07/09/2026

To the low life losers who deliberately drove over our streetlight festival sign and then chucked a burnout on it, just to make sure it was wrecked, I hope your proud of yourself.
You are the same people that probably whinge there's nothing to do and then when someone tries to organise a family friendly event this is what you do.
There are hundreds of volunteer hours and many paid hours that go into making an event like this happen so to have this happen is very deflating.
Let's see you put up your hand and volunteer to help make the festival a success.

04/09/2026

Innovate with nbn® Grants are now open!

Are you a regional business using technology to innovate, improve productivity or make a positive impact in your community?

The 2026 Innovate with nbn® Grants Program is now open, with $125,000 in grant funding available to support innovative regional businesses.

🏆 $15,000 for each category winner
🌟 $20,000 for the overall 2026 Innovate with nbn® Champion
📅 Applications close 12 October 2026

This year’s program features seven categories, including the new Innovation for Productivity category.

Categories include:
• AgTech & Environment
• Arts, Culture & Tourism
• Education
• First Nations Business
• Innovation for Productivity
• Plus three additional categories

And if you’ve applied before and weren’t successful, you’re encouraged to give it another go this year!

💡 If your business has an innovative idea that could help drive productivity, growth or positive change in regional Australia, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

👉 Find out more and apply: Innovate with nbn® Grants Program

https://www.nbnco.com.au/campaigns/innovate-with-nbn-grants-program

01/09/2026

Reminder - Chamber Members – Breakfast Meeting tomorrow!

Chamber members are invited to the next Chamber meeting on Wednesday 2 September at 7:30am, at the Bega Valley Heritage Centre.

As always, the Heritage Centre does a fantastic breakfast and coffee, making it a great way to start the day and connect with fellow Chamber members.

This month’s discussion will focus on Telstra and NBN, with a timely conversation around business resilience, technology and backup options.

With a couple of outages already experienced this year, it’s a great opportunity for local businesses to learn more about keeping their businesses connected and prepared.

☕ 7.30am
💻 Business resilience
📡 Telstra & NBN
🤝 Networking with fellow members

Please RSVP to John 0409923168 and let the Chamber know you’re coming.

The Chamber looks forward to seeing members there!

31/08/2026

The community is invited to attend a public meeting in Merimbula to learn more about H5 bird flu and the response to confirmed detections across the Bega Valley.

📅 Thursday 3 September 2026
⏰ 6:00pm
📍 Club Sapphire, Merimbula

Representatives from NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), NSW Health and the NSW Wildlife Control Centre will provide information about H5 bird flu, the local response and what the community can do to help.

H5 bird flu has been confirmed in seabirds in Eden, Merimbula and Bermagui.

There will also be an opportunity for community members to ask questions and hear directly from the agencies managing the response.

Council has also launched a dedicated webpage with information on H5 bird flu, including what to do if you find a sick or dead bird or other wildlife.

👉 Find out more: https://www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/For-Residents/Health-and-Safety/Avian-Influenza

⚠️ If you encounter sick or dead wildlife showing signs of H5 bird flu, do not touch or approach the animal. Record the location and details of what you see and report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Please share this information with your family, friends and local community.

27/08/2026

Bega’s biggest street celebration is back! 🌟

Lights, music, art, food and fun will take over Bega’s main street for the return of the Bega Streetlight Festival.

Bring your family and friends and experience the magic after dark.

📅 Friday 25 September 2026
🕟 5:00pm – 9:30pm

Save the date – it’s going to be bigger and brighter than ever!

The Festival is funded by Transport for NSW’s Open Streets Program (2025–2028), which supports community-led events that activate town centres and encourage walking, gathering, and a sense of place.

27/08/2026

Looking for a great place to work or meet?

Bega Co-Work is the perfect spot to get out of the home office, meet people and get some work done in a friendly, professional environment.

✔️ Easy access
✔️ Plenty of parking
✔️ Comfortable, welcoming workspace
✔️ Great opportunity to connect with other local professionals

Whether you need a desk for the day, a place to meet or simply a change of scenery, Bega Co-Work has you covered.

Come and see why it’s a great place to work, connect and collaborate in Bega.