BNI Referral Leaders Bunbury

20/09/2025

🌮✨ BNI Referral Leaders Friday Sundowner ✨🌮

Last night, Willow Childminding - Western Australia had the pleasure of hosting our BNI Referral Leaders Friday evening sundowner – and what a night it was! 💃

We went all in with a Mexican fiesta theme – nachos, burritos, corn dips, and of course… tequila! 🌽🥑🍹 The fire was crackling, the conversations were flowing, and it was the perfect mix of fun and connection.

BNI isn’t just about business – it’s about turning connections into meaningful relationships, building trust, and creating a community where we all support each other to grow. Nights like these remind me how powerful it is when business and genuine friendship come together.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and made it such a warm and memorable evening. Here’s to more collaboration, laughter, and success – both in business and in life! 🔥✨

11/09/2025

At BNI, we know how important it is to have strong leaders who don’t just talk about community, but actively invest in it. That’s why we’re proud to spotlight Marina, one of our Referral Leaders members, who is putting her hand up to be your voice on Council.

Marina is committed to tackling the issues that matter most:
✅ Community safety & crime prevention
✅ Homelessness & affordable housing solutions
✅ CBD parking & activation
✅ Better engagement between Council and community

She’s also a passionate advocate for transformative projects like the ocean pool, a purpose-built art gallery, Bicentennial Square, and community-driven ideas like the artificial surf reef — all while keeping Council financially responsible and focused on delivering results.

Marina’s track record speaks for itself: she’s worked alongside local groups to secure $29.7 million in funding for Hay Park upgrades and the indoor court stadium. On top of that, she volunteers as Secretary for several key organisations, and is an active member in many more — always showing up, giving back, and leading with purpose.

BNI is all about Givers Gain, and Marina embodies that every day. 🌟

11/09/2025

☀️ BNI Morning Recap ☀️

What a great start to the day with our weekly BNI meeting!

✨ Feature Presentation
This week we had the pleasure of hearing from Lou at Plan and Do, who shared her passion for supporting families and businesses. Lou walked us through what Plan and Do is all about, how it works, and how her team helps others stay on top of their systems and processes. Her energy and dedication to helping businesses thrive really shone through! 🙌
Learn more here: www.pdhq.com.au

💄 Faye’s Beauty Tip
With the warmer weather creeping in, Faye reminded us all of the ultimate beauty essential: sunscreen! Stay sun smart and protect your skin as the temperatures rise. 🌞

🏆 Member Spotlight
A huge congratulations to Marina, who has been recognised in the Top 4 members across all BNI chapters from Perth through to the South West. With an incredible 100 points achieved through one-to-ones, referrals, education training, and attendance, Marina is leading by example and inspiring us all. 👏💛

BNI is all about building connections, sharing knowledge, and celebrating each other’s wins — and today’s meeting was a perfect reflection of that.

04/09/2025

✨ This week at BNI ✨

We had our meeting at The Parade Hotel and it was buzzing with energy! 🚀
We welcomed 6 visitors along with our newest members:
👏 Alicia from Alicia McCulloch - Thryve Property - Sales & Rentals
👏 Sarah from Work Clobber Bunbury

Our weekly presentation was from Kylie at Solstice Finance. Kylie, who has a blended family with 6 kids, shared her love of food by bringing along delicious carrot cupcakes 🧁 and walked us through the why behind Solstice Finance, what they do, and how they help clients at pivotal moments in life.

One key takeaway – you can get a free credit score check (link in Kylie’s slides). Did you know a score of 600 is a good starting point for home loan lending? 💡

Congratulations to Teena from Checked and Balanced WA, this week’s prize winner, for her fantastic referrals from the previous week! 👏

A big thank you to everyone who contributed to such a great morning – we’re excited for what’s ahead at our new home!

04/09/2025

Stunning location for a morning catch up between members before our weekly BNI Thursday session. ☀️

Thanks Happy Wife ☕️

Marina from Marina Quain for City of Bunbury Council
Jamie from Wombat Wash Bunbury
Iain from Bunbury Cleaning Services
Lou from Plan + Do HQ

28/08/2025

🌟 This week’s feature presentation was from our incredible Chapter Treasurer, Teena Manning from Checked and Balanced WA! 🌟

Teena is a dedicated bookkeeper with over 27 years of experience. She reminded us that bookkeeping is not just about numbers — it’s about people, relationships, and helping businesses thrive.

Her presentation highlighted the wide range of services her team offers, including payroll, tax, superannuation, BAS, IAS, and ATO compliance — just to name a few! With such extensive knowledge and experience, Teena and her team provide the expertise businesses need to stay on track and stress-free.

Thank you Teena for such an insightful presentation and for all the value you bring to our chapter each week. We’re so lucky to have you leading the way ☺️

25/08/2025

21/08/2025

🌿 Therapist Profile: Chiedza (Chichi) Jasi

Qualifications & Background
Chiedza (Chichi) Jasi is a qualified Social Worker with extensive experience providing therapeutic supports under the NDIS. She has worked across both community and clinical settings, offering counselling and case management to individuals and families with complex needs.

Areas of Expertise
✅ Intellectual Disability and ADHD
✅ Complex and developmental trauma
✅ Emotional regulation and coping strategies
✅ Building resilience and self-esteem
✅ Supporting young people and adults in navigating daily challenges

Therapeutic Approach
Chichi is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centred in her practice. She is skilled at creating safe, consistent, and structured therapeutic relationships where clients feel supported and understood. Her approach focuses on practical strategies for managing emotions, improving concentration, and enhancing day-to-day wellbeing.

NDIS Experience
Chichi has considerable experience working with NDIS participants and their support networks, ensuring therapy aligns with individual goals and plan outcomes. She values close collaboration with Support Coordinators, Plan Managers, and families to achieve sustainable progress for her clients.

Bookings
📌 View Chichi’s profile and make bookings here:
👉 https://wamentalhealth.com.au/practitioner/chiedza-jasi/

21/08/2025

Join the Willow Childminding Team – Babysitters Wanted!

Position Type: Full Time | Part Time | Casual / Flexible
Open to: Juniors (15–17 years) & Seniors (17+ years)

Willow Childminding is a trusted and well-established babysitting service supporting families across WA. We’re looking for reliable, caring, and enthusiastic babysitters, childminders, and nannies to join our growing team!

Whether you’re an experienced childcare professional or just starting out, we’d love to hear from you. With Willow, you’ll have the freedom to set your own hours, decide your rates, and leave the admin to us — we take care of invoicing, advertising, and bookings so you can focus on what you do best.

🤍 Requirements (or willingness to obtain):
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• First Aid Certificate
(Additional qualifications are highly valued!)

💚 Why Join Willow?
Flexible Hours – Work when and where it suits you
Set Your Own Rates – You’re in control of your pricing
Stress-Free Admin – We handle all the paperwork
Seamless Bookings – Easy connections with families
Ongoing Training – Stay current with childcare best practices
Supportive Network – Be part of a friendly, professional team

If you’re passionate about creating fun, safe, and engaging experiences for children aged 0–12, this is the perfect role for you.

Apply now via our website:

https://willowchildminding.com/careers/

to become part of our warm and trusted Willow network! Or via email - willowchildminding@gmail.com

21/08/2025

Testimonial Thursday🎊
We would like to say a very big thank you to Gill's recent seller of College Grove.🏡🥳

21/08/2025

WA Mental Health provides therapy, counselling, life coaching, and more across Bunbury, Busselton, Albany, Esperance, and beyond.