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| | | | | | | | | | You're invited to join us at Cockburn Global on Wednesday, 23 October where you can put your business in the fast-track with hands-on skills development and practical resources to help you expand overseas.
Whether you're just starting your exporting journey or looking to develop your existing strategies further, Cockburn Global is a comprehensive guide to exporting success in Indonesia, Vietnam and Singapore for small business owners. You'll experience three value-packed sessions: - Know Your Network - establish key contacts and hear from the City's Mayor, Consul General of Indonesia, Consul General of Vietnam and the Deputy High Commissioner of Singapore.
- Get Export Ready - everything you need to know from the fundamentals of exporting to scaling your business and finding finance.
- Gain Insider Insights - learn from local business owners who have cracked the international market and hear from country experts who offer insights on the journey to export success.
For more information and to book your ticket, visit the Cockburn Global webpage. | | |
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| | | | | | | | | Need funding for your small business? Then look no further! The City is providing a $100,000 funding pool for Business Grants to help you achieve your goals. Grants open on Monday 30 September at 9am and close on 10 November at 10pm.
What can you use the funding for? - Training and development: Enhance your skills and knowledge in any area relevant to your business.
- Digital technology and cybersecurity: Invest in software, hardware, or services to improve your online operations and protect your data.
- Innovation and major projects: Drive new initiatives or expand your business with exciting projects.
Previous grant funding includes a new website for a physiotherapy service, branding shoot for a decluttering business, a shoulder rehabilitation course for a boutique gym, search engine optimisation for a gifting business and social media marketing training for an online retail store selling ethically handmade, sustainable swimwear and jewellery from Brazil. | | |
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| | | | | Two meetups in October!
This month the Micro Business Networking group will meet twice in October on Wednesday 2 and Wednesday 30 October. Business grants update: Wednesday 2 October Join us for the business grants update where you'll hear from Lisa Kniebe, the City's Business Engagement Officer on how to apply for a small business grant.
Lisa will share an informative update on the next round of business grants, key dates, how you can apply for funding and eligibility requirements. The session will include time to reflect on where the funding may be relevant in your business, guidelines on the application process and a Q&A session. | | |
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| Marketing essentials:
Join us again on Wednesday 30 October for a power packed session on marketing delivered by Ali Richards Senior Business Advisor from the Small Business Development Corporation.
In this session, Ali will share these three marketing essentials: - Understanding your target audience
- Content marketing and social media
- Developing a simple marketing plan
Micro business networking sessions are free, booking is essential for catering purposes. | | |
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| | | | | What small businesses need to know Changes are coming to the way single-use plastics are used in Western Australia, starting 1 September 2024. As part of Stage 2 of WA’s nation-leading Plan for Plastics, more everyday plastic items are being phased out. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s included in this next round of bans: - Disposable plastic bags used for fresh, unpackaged fruit and veggies.
- Plastic lids for takeaway bowls, trays, and containers.
- Lidded plastic bowls, trays, and containers for dine-in or takeaway food.
The bans were first announced in February 2023, giving businesses time to adjust and find alternatives. To learn more about the banned items visit the WA Plastic Ban website.
There is a handy guide for retailers to assist with phasing out the plastics affected by the ban, download yours using the button below.
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| | | | | Tell us what makes your neighbourhood great! The City of Cockburn invites you to share your opinion and suggestions about your neighbourhood. We want to know what makes a neighbourhood great and how liveable your neighbourhood is.
Your opinion is important as it can help make your neighbourhood a better place to live, work and play. The City will use these results to guide future decisions in your area.
Complete the survey and WIN!
Complete the survey by midnight, Sunday 29 September 2024, and you could win one of five $100 online shopping vouchers or a $500 voucher to spend on fuel, or at Woolworths or JB Hi-Fi.
The 2024 Cockburn Liveability Survey has been commission by the City of Cockburn through independent research company Place Score. | | |
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| | | | | | | | | Are you looking for a flexible work space? One of the advantages of running your own business is flexibility. If you're ready to venture beyond the home office, then this article will inspire you to explore the variety of flexible work spaces available, including those located in the City of Cockburn. | | Read more |
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| | | Can't wait for Cockburn Global? You don't need to wait until October to start your journey into the global market - we've put together a handy guide to business export basics below to get you going now! | | Learn how to export |
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