Makers x Traders of Newcastle Membership Form

Makers x Traders of Newcastle Membership Form
Hello! Thank you for your interest!

The Makers and Traders of Newcastle is an Association for independently owned and operated businesses in the Newcastle city area that bring creative, social, cultural and economic value to our City.

WHAT IS OUR PURPOSE?

This Association aims to bring together the makers and traders across the City, with the intent of increasing visitation, developing activations and growing awareness of the experiences that make this City a significant cultural destination.

WHY BE A MEMBER?
- Because it identifies you as belonging to a powerful, independent business collective.
- Because your Membership counts politically and culturally, with the influence to affect and inspire your local community.
- Because it provides you with visibility, tools and assets for your business, as well as connection to your community of like-minded independent businesses.
- Because you are passionate, active and supportive in promoting a local culture that you're proud to be part of.
A rising tide lifts all boats.

If this sounds like just what you're looking to be part of, then proceed through the Membership Form below to determine suitability and eligibility.
A NOTE ON Membership Eligibility - currently, Membership is limited to businesses operating within / bordering the SBR (Special Business Rate) precinct due to projects being funded by the City of Newcastle SBR grants. *Please bear with us while we develop a way to accept Members outside the SBR precinct.
- For information on the SBR Program, click HERE
- To see if your business location is WITHIN / BORDERING THE NEWCASTLE CITY ZONE of the SBR Precinct map, click HERE
Are you a Newcastle-based, independently owned and operated business in the City area? And is your business located WITHIN / BORDERING the Newcastle City zone of the SBR precinct map?

YES - please proceed to complete the Membership Form below! NO - we will keep you informed of changes, please stay in touch!
If you cannot proceed any further , please email us with your contact details to be kept informed with Membership changes, updates and news. Thank you!
If you are eligible for Membership, please continue on!

*This form will take approx. 15mins to complete (not including ATDW profile).
Social, Cultural and Economic Values

As a Member, your business actively participates and contributes to the social, cultural and economic values of this thriving, unique community and the creative experience that defines the Makers x Traders of Newcastle.
How does your business celebrate and bring socio-cultural value to our city? *

We contribute to local community activities and events We are proud and transparent with our business values We practice inclusivity in our workplace and customer service We engage local / Indigenous / independent creatives for our business promotions and activities
How does your business contribute to our local economy? *

We actively use suppliers from the local and surrounding area We collaborate with neighbouring businesses We donate to local charities and campaigns We engage local / Indigenous / independent creatives in our business activities and events
Sustainability and Environmental Impact

As a Member, you are consciously engaging with sustainable supply chains and active in reducing your business impact on the environment.
How does your business support sustainable practices? *please share any certifications that apply to your business in the OTHER field. *

We choose / work with suppliers who share sustainable business practices and values We contribute and participate in activities and programs to reduce our business impact on the environment / carbon footprint / emissions We use trusted services to sustainably manage our business waste streams We use renewable energy to power our business We bank with and invest in ethical companies We communicate and incentivise our customers to make better, more sustainable choices
Your Business Details

Your business details will assist us to determine your Membership and fill in the blanks for promoting Members in Makers x Traders projects.
Name *

First Name Last Name
Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number
Email *please provide your BEST direct email *
example@example.com
Business name *
Business Street Address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Website *
Select the most suitable category for your business *

Retail - lifestyle, homewares, design, music, books, fashion etc Hospitality - cafe, bar, restaurant etc Gallery Accommodation Experience - adventure, tour etc Specialist - manufacture, workshop-based, specific products and services
Any additional information about your business...
UPLOAD your logo (min 400px, JPG only) *

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Opening Hours

One of the criteria of being a Member is that your business is accessible and visible to visitors with regular opening hours most days of the week.
Monday
Type your Opening Hours, or Closed
Tuesday
Type your Opening Hours, or Closed
Wednesday

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
to
until : Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Thursday

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
to
until : Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Friday

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
to
until : Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Saturday

: Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
to
until : Hour Minutes AM/PM Option
Sunday
Type your Opening Hours, or Closed
OTHER
Do you have split Opening Hours? Do you communicate your hours of operation in a particular way?
Social Media

We want to be able to share and connect with you from Makers x Traders social and marketing accounts.
Facebook URL
Instagram handle
Walking Trails

We curate themed walking trails across Newcastle to feature on the City of Newcastle App to promote Members to visitors.
Please select as many of the current trails that are most applicable to your business. *Trails are subject to change. *

Grazing - Delicious food that enriches your senses as you explore the City Galleries & Arts - Enrich your mind with a variety of cultural experiences Just the Makers - Visit our unique Makers After Dark - When the sun goes down, head into town Slow Fashion - Discover local slow fashion artisans, purveyors and designers
Any other Trail theme suggestions are welcome...
FINAL STEP - Your ATDW profile

It is a requirement of your Membership that your business has an Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) profile.
WHAT IS ATDW?
- ATDW is Australia’s National Tourism Database of 40,000+ listings, divided into 11 categories. It is State Government owned and funded.
- ATDW collect, quality-assure, store and distribute Australia’s digital travel information to over 250+ distributors to use on their consumer websites and apps.
WHY SIGN UP?
- City of Newcastle uses the ATDW to populate their tourism information App.
- Listing your business on the ATDW enables us to include and promote your business through our partnership with City of Newcastle.
- It also makes your business visible to the tourism trade across Australia.
HOW TO
- It's FREE to set up, takes about 15mins and your answers in this form will help you with some of the questions.
- Watch a video on how to fill out your ATDW profile here.
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YES - I have registered and updated my business information on the ATDW
Membership Fees and Eligibility

Membership Fee is annual and goes to the running costs of the Association including administration, bookeeping, marketing and distribution of resources.
MEMBERSHIP FEES for 2021-2022
- $50 for businesses located WITHIN the Special Business Rate Levy Precinct
- $100 for businesses BORDERING THE NEWCASTLE CITY ZONE of the Special Business Rate Levy Precinct
A NOTE ON Special Business Rates (SBR) are collected from businesses in Newcastle City Centre, Darby Street, Hamilton, Mayfield, New Lambton and Wallsend, and are reserved exclusively for the promotion, beautification and development of these business precincts. Annual funding for the most creative and innovative project proposals is distributed through a competitive application process.
- To see where you are on the SBR Precinct map, click HERE
- To read further on the SBR Program, click HERE
Thank You!

The MxT Executive Committee, that are made up of MxT Members, processes all applications with care. You will be notified via email for Membership eligibility.
Was there any other information you'd like to include with this application?
*Please contact us if you have any further queries.
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