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May 2022
AUSPACK Exhibition
AUSPACK is the southern hemisphere’s largest and most prestigious event on the processing and packaging calendar, bringing together thousands of leaders to experience world class equipment, technology and solutions.
Find out more »Unlocking business savings through upgrade finance
Hear how local businesses can unlock funding for building upgrades, and the support available to reduce emissions and operational costs.
Find out more »South East Melbourne Jobs Fair
What to expect The fair will allow job seekers to chat with employers, and discuss current job opportunities and career options from a wide range of industries in and around South East Melbourne. Job seekers can also book a free one-on-one session on the day to have your résumé reviewed or have some interview practice with an experienced consultant. Employers invited to exhibit Register to be an exhibitor at the South east Melbourne Jobs Fair! The application process is easy…
Find out more »ICN Event – Invitation to attend the Spark North East Link Work Packages Briefing
Spark invites you to attend this latest project briefing on the North East Link Tunnels Work Packages - Tuesday 24 May, 4pm - The Veneto Club, Bulleen. North East Link is Victoria’s biggest ever road project.
Find out more »Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities
Everyone has the right to participate equally at work.
For some people, this requires adjustments to perform the requirements of their role. This session explores what the law says about reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities in the workplace, what employers should provide, and what is reasonable in the circumstances.
Find out more »June 2022
EV Charging for Business Fleets (EVCBF) Program – Information Sessions
EV Charging for Business Fleets (EVCBF) Program Find out how this funding will support business fleets transition to electric vehicles (EVs), removing a large barrier to EV adoption by ensuring EV fleets can be charged up when at the place of business. Increased EV fleet uptake by businesses will also help to reduce their emissions, supporting local emissions reduction targets, and stimulate the second-hand EV market at end-of-vehicle lease or ownership. This information session outlines the relevant program requirements and…
Find out more »Australian Manufacturing Week Incorporating Austech
AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS EVENT Owned and operated by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), Australian Manufacturing Week is an industry exhibition encompassing all aspects of manufacturing in Australia. Since 2000, AMTIL has operated AusTech, Australia’s premier advanced manufacturing and machine tool exhibition. The 2022 event will see Australian Manufacturing Week co-located side by side with AusTech, with the two exhibitions taking place from 7th to 10th June 2022 at the International Convention Centre Darling Harbour, Sydney AMTIL’s aim…
Find out more »Women in Manufacturing Networking Function
Celebrate Women in Manufacturing as part of Australian Manufacturing Week - AMW 2022. This is a free event and an opportunity to network with key industry leaders. Registrations are essential to secure your place at the Women in Manufacturing Networking Function, so please register here. The Woman in Manufacturing Networking Function is an exclusive event within the Australian Manufacturing Week exhibition, please ensure you are registered for the Exhibition here.
Find out more »Profile Building and Networking on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is one of the first platforms people visit to learn more about you. Think of it as a modern resume, a personal profile that will help you build strong professional networks.
Find out more »Making the most of SEO: Monitoring and Tracking
So, you’re up to speed on the basics of SEO and you’re writing keyword-driven content to help more customers find your website. Good for you!
Find out more »Content Creation
As a small business, you’ll never stop creating content. Website copy, product images, blog posts, social media posts, marketing videos, event listings, business articles—the list goes on. It’s all important but can quickly feel like it gets in the way of running your business. This workshop will show you simple and effective tools for planning, creating, and managing your content.
Find out more »Free Business Renewable Buying Group webinar
Hear why businesses are joining together to purchase renewable energy and why they want your business to join and benefit as well. Hear why Australian Catholic University is joining the Business Renewables Buying Group and, why your business should join now. Find out what's involved and how it can help make your transition to renewable energy cheaper and easier. This group is closing on June 30 and we don't want you to miss out.
Find out more »Create Marketing Campaigns with Mailchimp
Email marketing is a low-cost way to promote your small business. Frequent email campaigns can have a positive effect on brand loyalty and awareness if used to inform, engage and reward participants. So how do you make your campaign stand out in the surge of emails landing in a customer’s inbox daily?
Find out more »July 2022
Turbocharge your daily production management with digital technology
Swinburne University’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry 4.0 Hub would like to help manufacturers use this time to expand their thinking and broaden their practical knowledge to implement Industry 4.0 now and in the future. We invite you to join us in our monthly free webinar series covering a diverse range of Industry 4.0 topics, which are designed to enhance your Industry 4.0 mindset and to deliver immediate value. Our web-based presentations are catered to owners or senior leaders of Victorian-based manufacturing…
Find out more »Transition towards lower costs of electricity in manufacturing
Swinburne University’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry 4.0 Hub would like to help manufacturers use this time to expand their thinking and broaden their practical knowledge to implement Industry 4.0 now and in the future. We invite you to join us in our monthly free webinar series covering a diverse range of Industry 4.0 topics, which are designed to enhance your Industry 4.0 mindset and to deliver immediate value. Our web-based presentations are catered to owners or senior leaders of Victorian-based manufacturing…
Find out more »August 2022
Interns in Industry – Business Information Session
Deakin Business School, along with Council representatives from Whitehorse, Maroondah and Knox councils are pleased to offer information sessions for interested businesses. Interns in Industry gives students the opportunity to complete a business internship with a local eastern-region business, made possible with a long standing Deakin Business School (DBS) collaboration with three city councils. Running for over ten years, Interns in Industry has provided a great learning experience for many Deakin students, and excellent industry engagement for local business in…
Find out more »Webinar – Achieving higher levels of energy efficiency in manufacturing
Energy costs can represent a significant proportion of the overall production cost, often attributed to energy consumed by services supporting the manufacturing processes such as chilled water, heating water, compressed air, refrigeration, or ventilation.
Find out more »Yarra Ranges Council – Women on the Go is back for 2022 and celebrating 15 years!
Enjoy an opportunity to reconnect, network and share your business journey, while hearing from a panel of local businesses women share theirs.
Find out more »Clean Energy Business Event
Are you looking to save money and upgrade your business energy solutions?
Find out more »September 2022
Festival of Urbanism
The annual Festival of Urbanism is a series of conversations where researchers, practitioners, community advocates and industry leaders come together to debate the threats and opportunities facing our cities and regions. Melbourne The annual Festival of Urbanism is an initiative of the University of Sydney’s Henry Halloran Trust and is hosted in partnership with Monash University.
Find out more »Marketing with Pinterest
Pinterest is a powerful visual platform for businesses with aesthetically striking products or services. Showcase your brand while relating to your customers and gaining follows, website visits, and sales. Share, create, and curate your small business’ own on-brand image collection online.
Find out more »Net Zero Urban Futures: hype, hope or reality?
Net zero is put forward as a way out of the climate crisis and the logical pathway to the sustainable transformation of urban environments. This panel discussion brings together researchers and partners from the Net Zero Precincts Linkage project to reflect on how different net zero framings are shaping future cities and how people, politics and place can be better accounted for.
Find out more »A Decarbonised Built Environment 2030: Overcoming the Barriers
Many of the built environment’s peak industry associations recognise the need for rapid decarbonisation and have publicly stated their commitment. But what does it mean in reality? What are the barriers that we need to urgently address? How do we support innovation and accommodate rapid technological advances through our planning system? What opportunities should we leverage now and what preparation do we need for future changes? This Panel will focus on the practicalities and challenges facing those working towards zero…
Find out more »The Future of Work: Should We Plan for the Post-work City?
Some claim the pandemic has ushered in a "post work" era when the concepts of work, workplace, and commute are being remade. Digital technologies, artificial intelligence, co-creation and multi-locational work sites are creating new spaces for work and encouraging the merging of work and non-work spaces like never before. These changes are also hastening the development of unequal labour landscapes across our cities. This panel explores the impact of the "post-work" condition on how we work in, move through, and…
Find out more »New Industrial Urbanism: Designing Places for Production
Prof. Tali Hatuka explores the evolving and future relationships between cities and places of production, focusing on the spatial implications of integrating contemporary advanced manufacturing into the city. Looking ahead to the quest to make cities more competitive and resilient, her new book New Industrial Urbanism (co-authored with Prof. Ben Joseph) provides lessons from around the world to reconsider the ways in which industry creates places, sustains jobs, and supports environmental sustainability in our cities. Online The annual Festival of…
Find out more »Future Transport: How autonomous vehicles and smart mobility will transform Australian cities
From horse-drawn carriages to automobiles and mass transit, new transport technologies have historically transformed and disrupted cities. Today, autonomous vehicles and other forms of smart transport technology are predicted to remake transport networks and contribute to a new round of urban expansion. Are Australian cities preparing for a driverless future? This session explores how autonomous vehicles may impact Australian cities and how governments are preparing to address the potential challenges and opportunities. Online The annual Festival of Urbanism is…
Find out more »Economising the Economy
There is a pressing need to reframe and restructure market-based economies to respond to manifold social and economic challenges including the rise of job informality, deindustrialization, and decarbonization, among others. This session will explore alternative economic models and spaces that rethink what our economy will look like in a post-capitalist world and discuss the implications for the future material and social fabric of cities. Siteworks 33 Saxon St, Brunswick VIC 3056 and online The annual Festival of Urbanism is…
Find out more »Building Industry Monthly Mixer
Come meet other building industry business owners working in the Eastern suburbs, and build your connections in your local area.
Find out more »Apps that will boost your productivity
Boosting productivity, particularly when working remotely, can be a challenge.
Find out more »Social Media Strategies
Digital marketing is vital for modern businesses because the internet plays a significant role in how today's consumers make purchasing decisions. We will shallow dive into the digital marketing world during this two-hour workshop and explain what strategies can work for your business.
Find out more »Bulletproof your business (this event is tailored to building trades and services)
This month we’re excited to introduce you to Polina Kesov our insurance guru from ii-A
Find out more »October 2022
Maroondah BizWeek 2022 – Believe. Begin. Become.
Maroondah BizWeek, the must-attend premiere week for businesses in Melbourne’s East, is back and you’re invited! Be inspired, connect with other businesses, and gain tips from experts and inspirational speakers at the 28 major events, workshops and mentoring clinics. The weeklong event runs from 19 to 27 October 2022 For more information visit https://bit.ly/MaroondahBizWeek2022
Find out more »Outer East Apprenticeship &Traineeship Expo
Considering an apprenticeship or traineeship? Looking to hire your next apprentice? Want to speak to the experts about an exciting career in the trades and how to make it happen? The Outer East Apprenticeship & Traineeship Expo is open to anyone with an interest in apprenticeships or traineeships. Who will be there? Apprenticeship Support Network Providers Group Training Organisations Local businesses looking to hire Professional career counsellors
Find out more »Get together for Dementia
Get together for Dementia Dementia impacts close to half a million Australians and almost 1.6 million Australians are involved in their care. The number of people living with dementia is set to double in the next 25 years. Building Connections and Hard Road Brewing are excited to get together to increase the awareness of Dementia. Through September (Dementia Awareness month) and October, we are getting together to raise funds for Caladenia Dementia Care a local charity doing incredible work to…
Find out more »ALL-ENERGY AUSTRALIA 2022
All-Energy Australia 2022, Australia's largest clean and renewable energy event will bring together over 10,500+ industry professionals* this October at the MCEC, Melbourne. If you're a manufacturer of clean energy technology or components, All-Energy Australia 2022 is a great opportunity for you to meet with wholesalers, importers, potential investors for your clean energy technology, and learn how to develop and commercialise your products at the free-to-attend conference, exhibition, and networking events. With less than 1 months to go register today!
Find out more »Workability Webinar: Inclusive Recruitment
This webinar will highlight best practices and programs to support businesses increasing the inclusion of people with disability About this event Reece Gains Inclusive Industry Engagement Coordinator from the Department of Education and Training will share tips on inclusive recruitment in conversation with Colin Wilson, Director at Key Business Advisors This webinar will highlight Disability Confidence Workplace adjustments Equitable recruitment process Benefits for Customers and Business If you have any access requirements you would like to discuss, email reece.gains@education.vic.gov.au Created…
Find out more »November 2022
Women on the Go – the Power of Purpose
The 2022 theme for this years Women on the Go is “The Power of Purpose”, focusing on the value social change can add to your business model. This year we really want to bring value to our local businesses. Giving more opportunities to meaningfully connect and learn from each other. That is why there will a major focus on networking, giving tangible advice and speaking with organisations that help facilitate positive impact. For your $40 investment the program includes: Speaker…
Find out more »Solar Saver’s Event- Get Solar for the Home Office
Join us for the next Solar Savers event. Are you interested in solar but unsure where to start? Discover how the Solar Savers Program can help you reduce your energy bills, future-proof your household against increasing energy costs and reduce your carbon footprint. Knox Council has joined with Solar Savers, a local government initiative, to make solar easy for renters and homeowners. At our upcoming event, the Solar Savers team and Eko energy (solar installer) will be available to answer…
Find out more »December 2022
VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »January 2023
VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »Starting a small business
Are you thinking of starting a small business? Maybe you have a hobby that is becoming a business? This free 40 minute session will help you understand: the difference between a hobby and a business what to do if your hobby turns into a business the most common business structures and the registrations you may need to be in business. Getting it right is important so come along, ask questions and give your business the best chance of success.
Find out more »Digital options for your small business
There are many online services and digital systems that can help you perform your business activities such as marketing, sales, accounting and reporting. Come along to this one hour session to find out what benefits you can get from digital systems and what systems are available for each area of your business operations.
Find out more »VIC Plastics Ban – Business info sessions
Starting from 21 October, the National Retail Association will hold weekly Q and A sessions every Friday at 11.00am.
These sessions are open to all impacted businesses to ask questions about the ban and how to prepare.
Find out more »Cash Flow for Small Business Success
Cash flow is the lifeblood for small business. Come along to this one hour session to learn critical knowledge and cash flow management skills. Find out how to identify issues and use a range of tips to help maximise your cash flow. This one hour session will show you how to improve your cash flow management by: mapping cash flowing in and out of your business analysing cash flow to head off any problems tracking and monitoring cash flow using…
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