How safe do you feel in Cockburn?
We are looking for feedback on your experiences and concerns about crime and anti-social behaviour in Cockburn.
Attend a group discussion with other local business owners on Monday, 30 November from 5-6pm at the Cockburn Youth Centre, 25 Wentworth Parade, Success.
Your feedback will assist us in developing the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Strategy 2021-2026. |
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Membership for new businesses
In Partnership with City of Cockburn and City of Melville, MCCC has launched their new business membership called “Startups” for new businesses operating in Cockburn and Melville.
Eligible businesses* will be offered a reduced membership fee of $179.50 (half price) for the first year.
Benefits of the new business membership - 2 x complimentary tickets to our monthly networking Business After Hours events
- 2 x free adverts in our e-news, the 'Shoutout'
- Business listing on our website directory
- Discounts on products and services from members and sponsors
- Opportunity to host a Business After Hours event
- Social media marketing.
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*Terms & conditions apply |
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FREE tailored business support
The City of Cockburn has partnered with Business Foundations to provide three hours of FREE tailored one-on-one support to businesses to identify their key risks and opportunities to survive in 2021. The sessions will include: - Financial analysis
- Organisational design and workforce planning
- Business planning and design
- Supply chain diversification and management
- Tactical sales and marketing
- General support for any operational business issues.
Is my business eligible?
To be eligible, you must own a business based in Cockburn AND be a small business as defined by the ABS (fewer than 20 employees) and the ATO (annual revenue less than $2 million). Register now by emailing business@cockburn.wa.gov.au with your business details. |
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Campaign to support local businesses
Over the last six weeks, the City ran a successful #ShopLocalCockburn campaign to support local businesses. The campaign rewarded residents who spent their money on local goods and services!
The stats.... - 2 happy major prize winners - Juliana from Coogee and Ronelle from Hammond Park
- $2,500 worth of prizes given away from local retailers/activities and cafes/restaurants
- 85 entries with transactions from 183 separate businesses in Cockburn
- 2 major winners and 4 weekly winners
- 1 billboard at Coogee Beach, 4 Cockburn Gazette ads, 22 social media posts, 450 posters
- Showcased a variety of local businesses via Facebook, including three videos.
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Notice of Proposed Changes to RAV Network
The City of Cockburn has proposed the following revisions to the Restricted Access Vehicle network in Cockburn: - Removal of Rockingham Road (between Hampton Road and Stock Road)
- Removal of Phoenix Road (between Rockingham Road and Stock Road)
- Removal of Forrest Road (between Rockingham Road and North Lake Road).
The proposal requires final approval from Main Roads Heavy Vehicles Services, the organisation responsible for the network.
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Extended COVID-19 commercial tenancy laws The State Government is extending the emergency period under WA's Commercial Tenancies (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020 until 28 March 2021. The move means existing laws, including the moratorium on evictions, freeze on rent increases, code of conduct for small business, and commercial lease rent relief negotiations will continue to apply in a more targeted manner until this date.
In line with the Commonwealth Government’s modified JobKeeper program, the protections will only apply to those tenants who experience financial hardship as a consequence of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. |
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Want to service the defence industry?
Defence Issues Minister Paul Papalia today launched the $200,000 Defence-Ready Initiative to empower more local businesses to join the defence industry supply chain.
Eligible Western Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will be able to apply for up to $10,000 to improve their business capabilities, in areas of need such as gaining industry certifications and meeting general security and cyber security requirements to ensure they meet Defence's requirements. Through the initiative, the State Government aims to increase the number of WA businesses that are 'Defence-Ready', and advance their capabilities within the Defence supply chain. |
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Is local construction scaring away your customers?
Attend a FREE online workshop to learn how to keep your customers during periods of disruption caused by local construction. The secret to surviving is preparation and having some clever marketing ideas up your sleeve.
Thursday, 26 November 2020, 1-2pm. FREE. |
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Grants to host and attend corporate events Businesses can apply for grants to attend events, trade shows and conferences after the federal government announced a $50 million package to restart the corporate events sector. Australian businesses exhibiting at approved business meetings, conventions, conference and incentive events in 2021 will be able to apply for grants upfront to cover up to 50 per cent of their costs. GFederal Government grants between $10,000 and $250,000 will be available to cover costs associated with hiring exhibition spaces, the design and manufacture of displays, travel, and accommodation. Business Events Perth is calling on local organisations to hold a business event in Western Australia, right now! For a limited time, Business Events Perth is offering event organisers funding of up to $30 per delegate to a maximum of $30,000 in sponsorship to host local business events. Alongside a new Business Events marketing plan, and the release of Business Events Perth’s widely acclaimed interactive business event planner which takes the user on a guided tour of the best of the state’s meeting spaces, accommodation, gala function spaces and experiences, Business Events Perth is hoping to reinvigorate the business events space, which was severely impacted by Covid 19. |
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Date:
Wednesday 2 December
Time:
3:30-6:30pm
Venue: Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club
20 Poore Grove, Coogee
Tickets:
General Admin $25
Concession $20
Online $15
Online (Concession) $10
Schedule:
4-6pm Presentations
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Celebrate International Day of People with Disability at the last Social Inclusion Forum of 2020!
This inspiring personal and professional development event will be held during the international week of people with disability and promptly follows social inclusion week. Delivered in partnership with Evolve Wealth Management, Rotary WA and the City of Cockburn.
The event features presentations from industry professionals and community representatives who are passionate about social inclusion covering a range of topics from Inclusive Leadership, Digital Accessibility and the absolute importance of community.
Guest Speakers - Kobi Morrison, Winner of the Perth NAIDOC Youth of the Year award and passionate musician
- Dr Azadeh Shafaei, Lecturer at the School of Business and Law, Edith Cowan University
- Dr Mehran Nejati, Senior Lecturer and the Director of UN PRIME and Sustainability at Edith Cowan University
- Scott Hollier, CEO & Co-founder, Centre for Accessibility Australia
- Kenneth Phua, Member of City of Cockburn's Disability Access and Inclusion Committee and highly credentialed in business development and small business enterprise
- Shani Graham, Co-founder of Ecoburbia/ Ted Talk extraordinaire
Online tickets are also available for this event, which will be live-streamed with an interactive chat function.
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| If you share our passion for social inclusion we encourage you to purchase your ticket by clicking on the link below. |
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What skills do you need to develop?
Now is the time to plan your learning and development schedule for the coming months. Please check out the Small Business Development Corporation's free workshops, delivered face to face and online. A range of topics are covered on a rolling basis. |
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Creating Graphics with Canva Thursday, 26 November 2020, 9.30-12.30pm
Location: Cockburn Integrated Health & Community Facility, Cockburn Central Learn how to create great-looking graphics for flyers, social media covers and posts, web banners, memes and infographics at no cost using the software tools available on Canva.
Other workshops
Business skills
Includes writing a business plan, setting up your business and developing systems, employing staff, health and safety obligations, and succession planning.
Digital skills
From having your own website, promoting your business on social media, through to managing cyber-security and using online tools to manage your business, having strong digital skills is essential. Financial management
Financial management involves understanding how your business operates on a day-to-day basis, as well as at a strategic level. It’s about budgeting, cash flows, recordkeeping and much much more.
Sales and marketing
Successful selling requires a range of skills from developing sales strategies, building personal networks, managing online purchases or bookings, and marketing your goods or services. Strategy and risk
All business includes an element of risk, so having the skills to develop strategic plans and to manage risk are essential.
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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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