2024 Business Awards | Outside the box hiring | 2024 Council elections No images? Click here Hello and welcome to April In case you missed the news, the Casey Business Awards 2024 are open and calling for applications from local businesses, just like yours! With applications closing on 30 June 2024, now is the perfect time to discover the benefits of being a part of the program and to consider applying. And in the meantime, you might also wish to consider joining one or more of the workshops available this month; you could learn how creative hiring can improve your business' performance - from local leaders who are doing just that, how implementing a circular economy can benefit your manufacturing or construction business, and how your business can explore innovative approaches to fostering sustainability, diversity, collaboration, and local engagement. Plus, there's a special offer for those booking functions in the Bunjil Place Function Centre during June 2024 - starting from just $300. And as always, don't forget we're here for you and your business. So, feel free to reach out to us using the contact details below if you need us. LET'S CELEBRATE TOGETHER, BUSINESS AWARDS NOW OPENThe high-profile annual awards not only celebrate and showcase the success of local businesses, but also increase opportunities for a business’ growth and partnership, while further developing their reputation for excellence across the wider region. The program’s winners are also recognised with a cash prize; the business who wins Business of the Year will receive $2,000 and winners of each of the category awards will receive $1,000. OUTSIDE THE BOX HIRING - EMPLOYER FORUMJoin this working lunch to hear how inclusive, flexible recruitment can positively impact business performance, from local business leaders.
STAND FOR COUNCILIf you’re a leader in your community or feel ready to take on a leadership role, consider joining this upcoming information session on standing for council in the 2024 Local Government Elections. Casey needs strong, diverse representation.
BOOKING A FUNCTION IN JUNE 2024?Book your event at Bunjil Place during June 2024 to take advantage of their exclusive special offer, with spaces available from just $300, and turn your event aspirations into a reality! VIC DRIVERS LICENCE TO GO DIGITALFrom May, Victorians will be able to access and use a digital drivers licence through the VicRoads and Services Victoria apps. Join one of the Business and Industry Info Sessions to understand how to prepare your business. INCREASE PATRONS WITH LIVE MUSICDid you know that more people go to see live music than the AFL? Encourage some of these people to your business with expert guidance from the Small Business Guide to Live Music Presentation. CASEY LIVE AND LOCAL NETWORKThe Casey Live and Local Network supports local businesses to host live music and attract new customers with valuable resources, such as the Casey Music Database to connect with talented local musicians. TO CHARGE GST OR NOT TO CHARGE GSTThe Australian Taxation Office have created the Detailed Food List, to help businesses who supply or sell food and beverage products to understand when they need to charge goods and services tax for combination products. SEEKING LOCAL STAFF OR A LOCAL JOB?Almost 500 locals visit the Casey Cardinia Jobs Portal looking for employment each month - that's almost 1,000 eyeballs! List your City of Casey or Cardinia Shire Job for free on the portal today! ![]() Outside the Box Hiring Employer Forum Capacity Building: Social Responsibility WMIW - May Networking Event ![]() Following its commitment to a renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (alongside 51 other Victorian Councils), 100 per cent of Council's corporate energy will be supplied from Victorian windfarms from 1 July 2025. This agreement sets the City of Casey on track to achieve its target of net zero emissions by 2030. WE ARE HERE FOR YOUR BUSINESSThe City of Casey’s Economic Development Team are here to help your business. ![]() ![]() |