RESCHEDULED: CEO Business Breakfast Thursday 17 June 
7.30-9am
Function Room - City of Cockburn Administration Building
9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood
Join us for a free business breakfast with new CEO Tony Brun, to hear about his vision and plans for the future of the City.
Mr Brun joined the City in February, coming from a role as Head of Planning at Australia Pacific Airports Melbourne where he oversaw the planning functions, in addition to a $15 billion program that included key precinct and terminal developments. He has previous experience in the local government sector as a former Chief Executive at the City of Greater Geraldton, and also previously held the role of Chief Strategy Officer at Perth Airport. Register now to secure your place at this free event. Breakfast will be provided. |
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Want to kickstart your innovation? Apply now for Curtin Ignition 2021!
Curtin University's Ignition Program is now open for applications!
The City is sponsoring a limited number of scholarships for residents and/or business owners and operators in the City of Cockburn to experience a five and a half-day intensive program, blending practical teaching sessions, expert clinics and mentoring sessions. The program is for founders of an early-stage business or those with an idea for a new or improved product or service and a passion for developing that idea into a real business.
You could be: - Thinking of starting a novel business;
- Currently employed or at home and looking to propel your idea;
- Student, graduate or academic considering your own venture;
- Owner, founder or senior manager of an existing business considering; diversification of products and markets, or a new venture.
Ignition Perth will run from Sunday 5 September to Friday 10 September 2021.
Register now to attend one of the upcoming Information Sessions. |
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Hamilton Hill seafood business recognised as WA's best restaurant supplier A focus on delivering outstanding service and supplying the best of Western Australia’s premium seafood has proved to be a winning combination for Endeavour Foods, as it was awarded the title of WA’s Best Restaurant Supplier at this year’s Australian Hotel Association Awards. Company founder and Managing Director, John Sharland said the award is an affirmation that quality food and outstanding service are timeless cornerstones for business longevity and success, as Endeavour approach their 20th year in business.
Located in Hamilton Hill, the Endeavour Foods Purchasing Team are up early to secure the freshest fish daily. “We want to know the story about the catch, what’s available, the timeline and the conditions they were caught in so we can share that with our chefs and customers. Once the chef’s requests are in, we fillet and prepare their fish to order before delivery, so it’s as fresh as it gets. It’s all part of the service,” he said.
Endeavour Foods, 12 Emplacement Crescent, Hamilton Hill 6163 |
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No approval required for home office/occupation A Home Office and Home Occupation no longer require planning approval from the City of Cockburn. This is due to amendments to the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015, which came into effect on 15 February 2021.
What is a Home Office?
A Home Office means a home occupation limited to a business carried out solely within a dwelling by a resident of the dwelling but which does not – - entail clients or customers travelling to and from the dwelling;
- involve the advertising signs on the premises; or
- require any external change to the appearance of the dwelling.
What is a Home Occupation? A Home Occupation means an occupation carried out in a dwelling or on land around a dwelling by an occupier of the dwelling which: - does not employ any person not a member of the occupier's household;
- will not cause injury to or adversely affect the amenity of the neighbourhood;
This Information Sheet clarifies further differences between the land uses. Please note that Home Businesses will still require planning approvals. |
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| The Small Business Lockdown Assistance Grants program will provide assistance of $2,000 to small businesses in the Perth and Peel region in industry sectors most severely impacted by the recent three day lockdown and subsequent restrictions. The grants are intended to offset some of the direct costs of the lockdown and business closure, such as loss of perishable goods or cancellations. The program will assist a wide range of businesses impacted by the lockdown, including: - Cafés and restaurants, pubs & taverns
- Hairdressing and beauty services
- Florists
- Bakeries
- Specialised food retail
- Food wholesalers
- Creative industries and performing arts venues
- Event equipment hire.
Eligible businesses must have an Australia-wide payroll of less than $4 million and be registered for GST, unless they have an ATO exemption. They should also be able to demonstrate losses incurred for perishable goods, cancellations or other unforeseen costs as a result of the ANZAC Day long weekend lockdown and subsequent restrictions. |
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Want your business to stand out from the crowd and be seen as a Climate Change leader?
The ClimateClever Business App helps companies to accurately calculate their carbon footprint in a simple and affordable way. This innovative, data-driven app takes users on the whole journey from measuring emissions through to implementing actions to reduce their footprint and even becoming carbon neutral.
Thebon footprint calculator is based on international standards and uses certifiable methods. The app can also save you considerable money on utility bills!
As the City of Cockburn is a ClimateClever partner, businesses can receive a 50% discount on the cost of the app. For more information and to sign up, visit: https://www.climateclever.org/business |
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The State of Cyber: Creating Local Jobs, The Dangers, The Opportunities & How You Can Get Involved
Friday 18 June - 12pm-2pm
Cost - FREE
Join Economic Development Australia at the City of Cockburn for an event with three of the best Cyber Security experts in Western Australia - on the state of Cyber in WA, how Cyber can help grow the economic pie and local jobs, the dangers of not paying full attention to Cyber in your organisation or business and getting involved. |
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FREE online workshops from the ATO: Running a home based business
Friday 4 June - 7-8am
Friday 18 June - 12-1pm
Cost - FREE
Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. In this 60-minute session from the ATO find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim.
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Using LinkedIn to Boost your Business Tuesday 8 June - 10am-1pm
Cost - $20
Used correctly, LinkedIn can significantly enhance and facilitate opportunities for personal and business growth. But knowing how to best use the features of LinkedIn can be challenging. This workshop from the Small Business Development Corporation will assist you to learn how to best engage with this business platform. |
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Using The Data You Have To Make Smart Business Decisions
Wednesday 16 June
9.30am-12:30pm
Cost - $85
Understanding how to monitor and evaluate the key information produced by your business on a daily basis is critical to your decision making. It starts with knowing what data you can and should be collecting, how to efficiently collect it and how to use the data to help you to make smarter and more informed decision for your business. This workshop from Business Foundations will give you the confidence to make the right choices for your business. |
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Online workshop: Google Ads Made Simple Thursday 24 June - 10am-1pm
Cost - $20 This entry-level workshop from the Small Business Development Corporation is for for business owners with an online presence who are new to Google Ads or have run campaigns in the past with only limited success. You'll create a Google Ads campaign strategy that attracts your target market and helps convert them into actual leads, sales and repeat customers for your business. |
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If you have any queries or would like to get in touch with Sarah Kahle, Business Engagement Officer please email business@cockburn.wa.gov.au or call 08 9411 3444.
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