October is Small Business Month! And to celebrate, we’re highlighting some of the great small businesses we have throughout the region.
Today we have a great local furniture store, old school designers/developers, and specialised HR support.
Furnished in Glen 🖥️
In the heart of Glen Innes, Furnished In Glen is the go-to destination for all things furniture and bedding. This locally owned and operated store, run by Liarne Williams and Ben Thorpe, is celebrating a milestone this October—nine years of providing high-quality furniture, manchester, and bedding to the community.
Furnished In Glen prides itself on offering personalised customer service, ensuring each customer finds the perfect pieces to make their house feel like home. The store is known for its extensive range of Australian-made products, including customised sofas, bedding, and manchester, which adds a unique touch to every home.
In a recent exciting development, Furnished In Glen teamed up with Homemakers, Australia’s largest furniture and bedding buying group. This partnership allows the store to offer an even greater selection and better value to its customers.
To mark its 9th birthday, Furnished In Glen is hosting a store-wide sale throughout October. This celebration is the perfect opportunity for customers to enjoy fantastic savings on a wide range of products. Whether you’re after a new sofa, bedding, or stylish accessories, now is the time to pop into the store and see what’s on offer.
Visit Furnished In Glen today and experience the friendly service that has made them a local favourite for nearly a decade!
Alternation 🖥️
Alternation is a multidisciplinary design house, specialising in brand, design, digital communication, technology, web, internet and software design, as well as video and audio production.
Alternation is the powerful combination of Graphic Designer and Artist Kate Durack, with web developer, tech guru, and photo, video and music producer, Michael Luchich.
Kate brings buckets loads of creativity and over 30 years experience in graphic design. Kate transports brands to a new level with her artists eye. As well as an illustrator, more recently she has taken up painting again with her art in high demand.
Michael brings creative and technology together with 30 years experience in software and database development. He’s a specialist in problem solving and a master in user experience. When it comes to tech, there really is nothing he can’t do.
We focus on getting the best possible job done, bringing pre digital skills into the digital world.
Pinnacle People Solutions 🖥️
Pinnacle People Solutions (PPS) provides specialised HR support to small-to-medium businesses and not-for-profits in regional areas.
Founded in 2013, we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, understanding the unique challenges faced by rural businesses. Our mission is to build regional capacity by offering tailored HR solutions that help businesses attract and retain talent, navigate complex legal requirements, and foster sustainable growth.
Our involvement in initiatives like Small Business Month, where we’re hosting a free event in partnership with the Liverpool Plains Business Chamber to provide local businesses with the tools to have effective conversations to build team performance, retain top talent and ensure a safe workplace.
PPS is led by Bronwyn Pearson, a highly experienced HR professional with over 25 years in the field. With postgraduate qualifications and CAHRI status, Bronwyn brings a wealth of strategic HR and change management expertise.
Her commitment to regional communities extends beyond her business role, as she actively participates in local boards and initiatives.
Under her leadership, PPS has earned recognition for its excellence and ethical practices, emphasising our dedication to the long-term success of regional businesses.
Clients choose us because of our personalised, ethical approach and our proactive role in fostering thriving communities. We offer more than just advice; we partner with businesses to provide actionable solutions that make a tangible difference.
What sets PPS apart is our unwavering commitment to building regional capacity and supporting local businesses. We’re not just HR consultants. We’re community partners.
Throughout October, we’ll run stories highlighting the great local businesses we have right here in our communities. This is a free service – the businesses highlighted have not paid for this story.
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