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Join special guest Sara Pantaelo from the Small Business Mentoring Service at our September Lunch & Learn session.

Sara will share simple, effective customer support and feedback tips to improve your bottom line while you mingle with other small business operators.

Date:   Wednesday 20 September

Time:   12-1pm

Where:   iHarvest Coworking Sunshine, 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine 

Cost:    $10

Light refreshments served & places are limited - so book NOW!

Register Here!

Join us at Luus Industries for a relaxed night of networking with like-minded industry leaders.

Luus Industries CEO, Ao Luu, and his team will provide a unique glimpse into their vision for commercial catering equipment manufacturing at this exclusive after-hours event.  

Date:   Thursday 12 October

Time:  4.30-6pm

Where: Luus Industries, 250 Fairbairn Road, Sunshine West

Cost:  Free

Light refreshments served.

Register Here!

Join us for this free series of Tender Writing workshops designed to assist local business owners to improve their tender writing skills.

The workshops will be held over three weeks and will cover the following topics:

  • Understanding council procurement processes
  • Developing a competitive tender response
  • Articulating competitive advantage
  • Building effective relationships with council procurement teams
  • Managing risks and compliance requirements
  • Developing a sustainable business strategy

Date:   Each Wednesday from 27 September to 11 October

Time:   4.45-6.45pm

Where:   Brimbank City Council, 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine 

Cost:    Free

Register Here!

From Zero to 100 Canva Skills

Ready to transform your marketing strategies with captivating visuals and stunning designs? 

At this hands-on workshop you'll discover the art of creating eye-catching images, easy videos, and top-tier photographic edits, as well as the latest AI capabilities within Canva!

Date: Wednesday 4 October, 2023

Time:  10am-12pm

Where: iHarvest Coworking Sunshine, 301 Hampshire Road Sunshine

Cost: $20

Register Here!

Join us for the Brimbank Women in Business Lunch.

Network with like-minded businesses and hear from one of Australia’s most successful female entrepreneurs - Erin Deering. 

Co-founder of global swimwear brand, Triangl, Erin is a serial entrepreneur who successfully grew Triangl into a $200 million company. 

Featured in Forbes, The Guardian, and Vogue, Erin will inspire you with her business achievements and insights. Seats are limited, so secure your seats now.

Date:   Friday, 20 October 

Time:  11.30am-2.30pm 

Where: Lakeside Banquet & Reception Centre

Cost:  $65

Register Now!


The 2023 Victorian Manufacturing Showcase (VMS2023) will be held on 21 November at Moonee Valley Racing Club and allows local Manufacturers to:

  •           meet clients, suppliers and industry peers,
  •           see and show your latest products or services; and
  •           hear the latest innovations and trends.

If you would like to be an exhibitor or sponsor at this year’s showcase, contact Shannon Ryan at NORTH Link on shannon.ryan@latrobe.edu.au or 0438 401 257.



Learn new skills to build your business: 

Small Business Victoria
A series of free interactive webinars and courses to improve business success. For further information click here  

Digital Solutions – Australian Small Business Advisory Services - Make the most of digital tools and get advice specific to your business needs.  For further information click here 

ATO: Support for Small Business Webinar
A series of free interactive online webinars where you can ask experienced tax specialists questions - Register here






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