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Key points

• A business network in Yallah with 14 members says it has generated $282,000 in revenue and 161 direct referrals this year. Members pay an annual fee of $1200.
• Foundation member Joel Warren, a web design and marketing specialist, says the group gives a return of roughly 18 times the membership cost. Each business category has one seat, and members meet every Wednesday at 8 am at Yallah Woolshed Kitchen.
• Several categories, including physiotherapists, builders, painters and bookkeepers, are currently open to new members.