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 an affordable and comfortable motel, a bee inspired NDIS provider, and an exercise physiologist conveniently located in a gym.
Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth 🖥️
Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth: Affordable Comfort in the Heart of Australia’s Country Music Capital
Locally operated, the Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth has been welcoming guests for many years, offering affordable, 3-star accommodation for business and leisure travellers, as well as sporting and event groups visiting Australia’s country music capital.
The 61-room motel provides a selection of well-appointed rooms and suites, perfect for families and groups, complemented by a range of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ area, Restaurant 2ThirtySix, and conference and event spaces.
Known for delivering exceptional customer service, the friendly team at Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth ensures that guests feel right at home, whether they’re staying for a quick overnight visit or an extended stay. Business travellers will find the motel an ideal base to work from, while leisure travellers can explore Tamworth’s renowned attractions with comfort and convenience.
As part of the Regional Accommodation Group (RAG), Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth is connected to a network of independently owned hotels and motels across regional Australia. RAG is dedicated to providing memorable customer experiences and supporting local businesses. Whether you’re travelling along the coast, venturing into the outback, or visiting charming rural towns, RAG ensures quality and comfort, helping you discover the unique attractions throughout Australia.
Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth prides itself on offering warm, affordable, and family-friendly accommodation, making it the perfect choice for travellers looking for value and a welcoming environment in Tamworth.
Just BEE Cos 🖥️
Just Bee COS is an NDIS-registered provider offering Support Connection, Support Coordination, and Specialist Support Coordination to participants and their families in Tamworth and surrounding areas. Founded by Erin Macalpine in 2020, the business has grown to a team of four dedicated employees, all focused on delivering independent and personalised support coordination.
The vision of Just Bee COS is to empower participants by connecting them with the right services and community supports, ensuring they get the most out of their NDIS plans. By specialising solely in support coordination, the team is able to offer a non-biased approach, helping participants and their families navigate the complexities of the NDIS with ease.
At the heart of Just Bee COS are its core values:
- Needs,
- Equity,
- Connect,
- Transparency,
- Affinity, and
- Respect.
These principles guide the team’s efforts in delivering holistic, personalised care to each individual they serve.
The business draws inspiration from the natural world, likening their role to that of bees sharing nectar—just as nectar provides essential energy for bees, Just Bee COS provides participants with the tools and support needed to live a more fulfilling life. Through their work, they create a shared energy that helps participants find their voice and thrive.
For those seeking a supportive, independent service to maximise their NDIS plan, Just Bee COS offers a trusted and compassionate solution in the Tamworth region.
Entity Health 🖥️
Entity Health: Empowering Armidale’s Health Journey
Entity Health is an Exercise Physiology clinic operating within Elements Fitness gym, offering a holistic approach to health and fitness. Owned by Armidale local Shae Flynn, who graduated from UNE and has been passionate about rural and women’s health since she began practicing in 2018, Entity Health is dedicated to helping clients become the best version of themselves.
What makes Entity Health unique is its fully-equipped gym setting and a team of four exercise professionals, making it the only clinic in Armidale to cover a broad range of health areas. These include musculoskeletal injuries, women’s health, neurological conditions, metabolic syndromes, cardiovascular disease, disability, and pediatric development.
Entity Health operates under the belief of treating the whole person by offering individualised exercise prescriptions tailored to each client’s needs. The clinic’s mission is to facilitate clients’ health journeys in a physically and emotionally safe environment, helping them take control of their health and bodies.
As “engineers of the human body,” Entity Health’s team is expertly trained to assess movement disorders, manage chronic health conditions, and guide clients through rehabilitation, recovery, and long-term health management. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing a chronic condition, Entity Health provides personalized support without the need for a referral.
For residents in Armidale and the New England region, Entity Health is here to guide you toward a healthier, more empowered life.
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