Business in Cockburn - September update

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Welcome to the Business in Cockburn eNewsletter. We will update you every month on what is happening in the City of Cockburn and how it may impact your business. For information on business support and the latest business events please visit the Business in Cockburn website.

Rebuilding capacity and capability in our local small businesses.

The City of Cockburn has partnered with Business Foundations to provide FREE tailored one-on-one support to businesses to identify their key risks and opportunities to survive, and where possible thrive, throughout the coming months.

Three hours of customised business support will be provided by senior business advisors with hands-on operational experience, at no cost to eligible businesses.

The three hours can be delivered online, or over the phone and areas of potential support may include: Financial analysis; Organisational design and workforce planning; Business planning and design; Supply chain diversification and management; Tactical sales and marketing; and General support for any operational business issues. To be eligible, you must: Own a business based in the City of Cockburn; AND Be a small business as defined by Australian Bureau of Statistics (fewer than 20 employees) and the Australian Taxation Office (annual revenue less than $2 million). Register now by emailing business@cockburn.wa.gov.au with your business details.

#ShopLocalCockburn to win!!

Local Businesses within the City of Cockburn have had a tough time in 2020, so it’s time to #ShopLocalCockburn and help our business community to recover!
We are encouraging our community to support our local businesses in October and beyond with our first ever #ShopLocalCockburn Campaign – which will reward our residents by spending their money on local goods and services!
Residents who spend a minimum of $10 per transaction at three local businesses during the campaign (1 October - 15 November) go in the draw to win weekly prizes and one of two prize packs valued at over $1000.
We are interested in businesses who would like to be a part of this campaign by telling their story and featuring in our social media campaign. If you want to be involved email business@cockburn.wa.gov.au with your contact details and the Business Engagement Officer will be in touch.
Businesses will be sent a media kit with social media tiles and posters to use throughout the campaign so keep an eye on the next eNews for more info!

Apply now for grants of up to $5000

COVID-19 Recovery Grants are available for Cockburn based businesses, community groups, and organisations for a range of projects, including changes to the operation of your business and projects or initiatives that promote or support business recovery.
What can I apply for?

The project or activity must:

Be of benefit to the local community and/or the City of Cockburn generally Meet an identified need Not require commitment to ongoing funding from the City Not duplicate an activity already available in the local area Be delivered within 12 months, with a brief acquittal submitted within a month of completion.

COVID Recovery Grants can be used for a range of purposes. For more information, guidelines and how to apply please check out COVID-19 Recovery Grants. Applications close on 25 September 2020.

City of Cockburn Commercial Food Waste Trial:

Thanks to a State Government Community and Industry Engagement (CIE) grant, the City of Cockburn has recently commenced its 3-month Commercial Food Waste Trial. Food waste will be sent to Richgro’s anaerobic digestion plant in Jandakot, to generate high quality biofertiliser and electricity (via methane capture) to go back into the electricity grid.
Your business can join the group of 20 local food retailers and restaurants who have opted into this free trial, and will recieve education/training, food waste bins and compostable bin liners as part of the City’s trial pack.
Local businesses interested in becoming involved in this Commercial Food Waste trial must submit an application form in the link below. If you have any further queries, contact the City's Waste Education Coordinator on 9411 3444.

Commercial Food Waste Application Form

Is your business cyber secure?

Register for a FREE Cyber Check.Me assessment and online consultation to find out!
What is a Cyber Check.me assessment?
The ‘Cyber Check.Me’ initiative will provide your businesses with a free tailored cyber security assessment, which will then give you the tools and techniques to better protect your business from cyber security threats. These checks will occur in September 2020.
Why is cyber security important?
Cyber-crime impacts approximately one-third of small businesses, who are the subject to attempted or actual breach of their systems, accounts, personal information or sensitive business information.
To register email Joanna.Ong @melville.wa.gov.au with your contact details.
The program is funded by the South West Group, a regional organisation of six Local Governments covering South West Metropolitan Perth, and delivered by AustCyber - The Australian Cyber Security Growth Network Ltd who will work with Edith Cowan University on the assessments.

More information

Energy tips for small businesses

Power is an ongoing essential cost for small business. Taking the time to understand your power options and create efficiency can help your bottom line at the same time as helping the environment.
Energy Policy WA has developed information sheets to support small businesses in making decisions about their energy use.
This information sheet provides a practical introduction for small businesses looking to manage their power use.

Energy Policy WA Information Sheet

Free Energy Saving Advice for Small Business

Address your energy costs and make a positive change to your bottom line through this free Australian Government initiative.
If your business has between 6-20 employees or is a drought-affected business employing 0-5 employees, you qualify for a one-on-one consultation with an independent business expert.
The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) will review your energy consumption and suggest potential energy-saving opportunities tailored to your business and industry. In business, every dollar counts. Don’t miss this free opportunity to unlock energy savings and join the thousands of other businesses who have already benefited.

To find out more see the Business Energy Advice Program

Business After Hours with the MCCC

Wednesday September 30
Time: 5-7.30pm
Venue: Sylex Ergonomics, 3 Pusey Road, Cockburn Central WA 6164

Cost: FREE for MCCC members & sponsors /
Non-members $29.00

Join the Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce, and Sylex Ergonomics - Cockburn's leaders in smart office furniture for over 40 years, for an evening of drinks, canapés and business networking.

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Business After Hours is a series of events provided by the Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce.
For membership and further opportunities with the Chamber contact Shelley Tamsitt.

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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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