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Single Use Plastic Ban
March 4, 2022These problematic single-use plastics will be banned across Victoria by February 2023 Single-use plastic drinking straws, cutlery, plates, drink-stirrers, expanded polystyrene food and drink...
Continue readingFree tailored guidance to reduce exposure to supply chain risks
Kickstart your business with free business mentoring to help you navigate the economic challenges of the past two years. Through the Business Recovery and...
Continue readingConnecting employers with staff
Jobs Victoria offers free recruitment support to connect businesses and employers with new staff. They also provide wage subsidies of up to $20,000 to...
Continue readingAchieving equal pay in your SME
All Victorian workplaces have a responsibility to ensure they are safe, fair, and do not discriminate. Yet, some workers are not paid equally for...
Continue readingNew industry-led welding course to address local skills shortage
March 3, 2022Learn in-demand skills and enter an exciting, long-term career with local industries with the SEMMA Welding Skills Short Course! View our new introductory video...
Continue readingBringing the arts to Bayswater
March 1, 2022The Knox Community Arts Centre is a performing arts theatre located on the corner of Mountain Highway and Scoresby Road in Bayswater. Great place...
Continue readingBusiness Spotlight
Now more than ever is the time to get your business into the spotlight. Through our engagement with businesses in the BBP we have...
Continue readingFeedback for energising local retail closing soon
February 22, 2022We are proposing initiatives to create exciting retail experiences, and drive foot traffic to our retail centres. Have your say on the draft Retail...
Continue readingWhat exactly is a Job Advocate and how can they help?
February 18, 2022The Job Advocate is basically someone who is a referral service for anyone to get information on employment, education and support services. There are...
Continue readingGrant Opportunity – Manufacturing – Space Priority – Round 2
February 15, 2022The Modern Manufacturing Initiative – Space will support a globally recognised Australian space sector with the capability, capacity and expertise to locally design, develop,...
Continue readingBusiness communications. Anywhere, anytime, any location
February 14, 2022It’s been another challenging year all over the world, but there’s one thing from 2021 we can take with us into the new year....
Continue readingColliers produces showcase video
February 8, 2022The (BBP) Bayswater Business Precinct video showcases the importance of the precinct and demonstrates its economic and social prowess to the rest of Melbourne/Victoria.
Continue readingRansomware Trends in 2021 & Predictions for 2022
February 7, 2022Ransomware is one of the most dangerous cybersecurity threats facing organisations globally. Attackers focus on any organization of any size, so every business should be aware...
Continue readingSAI Global consultant and affiliates programme (SAICAP)
February 3, 2022We have recently joined the SAI Global consultant and affiliates programme (SAICAP). It’s a refreshing initiative and we look forward to being part of...
Continue readingEnergising our local retailers
February 1, 2022Share feedback on how we can help re-invigorate our local retail centres. Have your say on the draft Retail Activation Strategy by 25 February 2022. We...
Continue readingLOCAL BUSINESS NOW HIRING: Marketing & Warehouse Staff
January 31, 2022Local Manufacturer Setec BMPRO have multiple roles available at their Knoxfield premises; strong growth and development opportunities are driving the need to further enhance their...
Continue readingGrant Opportunity – Manufacturing – Space Priority – Round 2
January 25, 2022The Modern Manufacturing Initiative – Space will support a globally recognised Australian space sector with the capability, capacity and expertise to locally design, develop,...
Continue readingEnergy Efficient Communities Program – Food and Beverage Manufacturing Business
January 17, 2022Applications are now open for the $19.9 million Energy Efficient Communities Food and Beverage Manufacturing Business Grant program. The program will provide grants...
Continue readingDig Deep Event for Mental Health
January 11, 2022The Dig Deep Initiative Incorporated is a passionate non-profit association made up of members who work within the civil construction industry who have decided...
Continue readingGrant Opportunity – Manufacturing – Recycling and Clean Energy Priority
December 13, 2021The Modern Manufacturing Initiative Round 2 – Recycling and Clean Energy will develop world-leading advanced manufacturers that seize opportunities from sustainability, the clean energy...
Continue readingGrant Opportunity – Manufacturing – Defence Priority – Round 2
The Modern Manufacturing Initiative – Defence will support an Australian defence manufacturing base that delivers world-leading capabilities for the Australian Defence Force and is...
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