ATO Masterclass series

We've partnered with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to offer masterclasses designed to strengthen your small business knowledge.

During these free online sessions, you will have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs. 

The remaining sessions are:

Record keeping
Wednesday, 11 September 2024 | 2pm - 2.45am

Cash flow for small business success
Tuesday, 24 September 2024 | 10am - 10.45am

Growing your small business
Tuesday, 8 October 2024 | 2pm - 2.45am

CSIRO SME Connect: Access R&D support for your business growth

Discover the full potential of CSIRO's SME Connect program for your business by joining us for an informative session with Dr. Angela Wu, SME Program Facilitator.

Uncover how three programs—Kick-Start, The India Australia Rapid Innovation Start-up Expansion (RISE) Accelerator, and Innovate to Grow—can provide the support, funding and expertise to help you expand your business.

When: Wednesday 25 September, 12pm-1pm via Zoom

Inclusive Employment: Unlock your business's potential

We have partnered with Workforce Australia for a workshop where local businesses can learn how to create opportunities for people facing employment barriers. The workshop includes information on council's tendering process, which now includes social procurement criteria. Find out what social procurement is and how local businesses might apply it. 

Attendees will also learn about employment assistance programs and the Expanding Horizons initiative, a Monash Council partnership with Holmesglen Institute aiming to enhance workplace inclusivity for people with disabilities. 

When: Tuesday 12 November 2024
Two Session times: 8am - 9am, & 12pm - 1pm via Zoom

AI Tools for Small Business Marketing - Saving you stress, time and money

Join Eastern Innovation for this networking night on 24 September, featuring keynote speaker Ofir Kuberman.

Learn about the free tools and AI software on the market, how to implement them into your small business, and how to analyse your results to optimise audience engagement.

When: Tuesday 24 September 2024, 6pm-8pm
Where: Eastern Innovation, 5A Hartnett Close, Mulgrave
Cost: $17.50