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Welcome back! Join us online this Friday morning
5 November, 9.30-10.30am
With businesses reopening it's time to reach out and reconnect. The Brimbank.Localised free meetups are a great way to connect with other local businesses and introduce yourself; you can share what you do and what your business is all about - and all from the comfort of your home or workplace.
Bring your team, invite your business colleagues and practice your lightning pitch. We look forward to seeing you there! Register Now!
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| $2,000 COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation Vouchers | Are you considering trading outdoors but need funding to support the costs of furniture, permits and other installations? The State Governmentâs COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation Voucher Program is providing funding of up to $2,000. The program is open to businesses in retail, personal services (e.g. hairdressing), recreation and dining, to help you increase trade and remain COVIDSafe. Funding is limited so be quick. Apply now!
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| Sidewalk Cafe/Outdoor Dining | Footpath Trading If you're interested in setting up outdoor dining on the footpath, then apply for a sidewalk cafe permit here.
Due to the ongoing impact of the pandemic, Council has reduced the annual fees associated with these permits by 50% for this financial year (2021/22).
For more information contact City Compliance on 9249 4000. |
| Update your COVIDSafe Plan | Is your COVIDSafe Plan up to date?
Every business with on-site operations is required to have a COVIDSafe Plan. Businesses that donât have a COVIDSafe Plan risk heavy fines. Use these resources and templates to help you update your COVIDSafe Plan, so it meets the latest requirements and health advice. |
| Turbo Charge your Business with help from nbn |
Free Business Webinar
Thursday morning
11 November, 8-9am
NBNâs Brendan Donohoe is a digital wizz in small business transformation and enterprise mobility and understands how digital is transforming small business. Brendan will share his knowledge at this exclusive free webinar so you can plug into a digital advantage for your business. Chris James, CEO of NORTH Link will also highlight ways for businesses to benefit from the projects emanating from the North West Melbourne Data Analytics Hub. Register here!
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Three Free One-on-One Business Support ProgramsÂ
| - The Partners in Wellbeing Helpline
Access free one-on-one support from experienced wellbeing coaches who understand what businesses are going through. Businesses can call 1300 375 330 from Monday to Friday 9amâ10pm or Saturday to Sunday 9amâ5pm. For a mentor or to receive translated information Book here
- The Business Recovery and Resilience Mentoring Program
Receive up to four two-hour mentoring sessions with an experienced professional who will help you make informed decisions about your business. Book here
- Business Victoria Virtual Mentor Session
A business expert will help you identify a clear direction for your business, discuss key issues and priorities, and develop a business action plan to achieve your goals, all for free. Available Monday to Friday the sessions last 45-minutes and bookings are essential.
Book here
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| Brimbank Local Business Survey | Brimbankâs Economic Development Unit seek your views on how the COVID pandemic is impacting Brimbank businesses. The survey results will inform the development of COVID support and other advocacy; Councilâs business development and support programs; the preparation and implementation of economic development strategies and programs; as well as promotional initiatives. The individual answers you provide remain confidential.
Click here to complete the Survey
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| Free Business Skill Builders | 
Learn new skills to build your business:
November
4th - Business COVID safety forum: Retail - Register here
5th - Business COVID safety forum:Accommodation - Register here8th - Practical 8 Step Digital Marketing Plan - Register here
9th - Generating Cash Flow - Register here
10th - Building Resilience - Register here
18th - Maximising Your Marketing - Register here
24th - Tender Processes and Business Plan Guidance - Register here
Develop your business skills and strengthen your business - for further information click here
Small Business Victoria
A series of free interactive webinars to improve business success - for further information click here
Digital Solutions â 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 |
| Financial Support for Business | |
| COVID Business Requirements and Links | Make sure youâre adhering to the current COVID restrictions - All businesses must have an active, up-to-date COVIDSafe Plan.
- Every customer-facing business must use the free Victorian Government QR Code Service â¯to check in customers, workers and all other visitors.
- Download and display signage to remind people of the need to check in, and other safety measures.
- Visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au for more information or call Business Victoria on 13 22 15. If you need an interpreter, call the coronavirus hotline 1800 675 398 and press 0.
Other COVID Links
- Current Restrictions for Melbourne, click here
- Book your free vaccine appointment, click here
- Case location and outbreaks, click here
- Where to get tested, click here
- Financial Support for Businesses, click here
- Translated information about COVID-19, click here
- Victorian Government QR Code Service, click here
- Translated information on how to use QR codes here
- In-language updates can be found here
- Health and Wellbeing, click here
- Coronavirus.gov.au, click here
- Business Victoria, click here
- Department of Health and Human Services, click here
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