Business in Casey July 2022 Newsletter

The first quarter of the financial year has officially kicked off, which means there are some fantastic opportunities available for businesses to explore right now. One is the Casey Business Awards 2022. With the application window closing soon, don't miss your chance to enter now!

In this July edition of Business in Casey you'll find out about:

What past winners Blairlogie and POWERPLANT Project Services have to say about their journey since their success in the Casey Business Awards 2021
How to take advantage of exclusive corporate packages when the Archibald Prize 2022 comes to Bunjil Place this September
Changes for business the government has introduced
Tips to grow your business - from mentoring to finding local staff

As always, if you have any questions or want to find out how Council can support your business, reach out to our Economic Development team via email ecodev@casey.vic.gov.au or phone 9705 5200

kind regards
Economic Development Team
City of Casey

CASEY BUSINESS AWARDS NOW OPEN

Are you the next Casey Business of the year? The annual business awards celebrate and recognise inspirational local businesses who demonstrate business excellence across the region in diverse industries.

Business awards can be a terrific way to boost your business’s brand and get media exposure, giving you a competitive edge.

The awards are free to enter, and an independent judging panel will assess entries, with category finalists announced on 15 September. Winners are awarded on 10 November 2022.

Each category winner will receive a cash prize of $1,000, and the Casey Business of the Year will receive $2,000. Applications close on 14 August.

APPLY NOW

HOW PURPOSE-LED LEADERSHIP CHANGES LIVES

Hear what Carolyn Carr, Blairlogie CEO says about their win in the Business Leadership category at the Casey Business Awards in 2021.

DRIVING ENERGY SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Learn about the benefits POWERPLANT uncovered after winning the Resilience category in the Casey Business Awards 2021

Archibald Prize 2022 finalist, Paul Newton Portrait of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness (detail) © the artist.

ARCHIBALD PRIZE 2022 CORPORATE PACKAGES

Treat your Clients, Staff or Customers to an exclusive corporate experience when the Archibald Prize 2022 comes to Casey.

Immerse yourself in Australia's oldest and most prestigious art award with a premium tour experience that combines tasty food offerings with an exclusive exhibition overview by our Gallery curator.

Contact the Bunjil Place Box Office on 9709 9700 or email functions@casey.vic.gov.au to learn about our private viewing experience and other packages.

Join City of Casey & Head Start for an Industry Network Breakfast in August

Head Start is the School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs) program that supports secondary school students to succeed while they study and work towards a career.

Export grants available for businesses

Is your business looking to export products? If your answer is yes, Austrade’s Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) offers a business grant that may interest you.

Changes for businesses introduced on 1 July

On 1 July 2022, there were changes to super eligibility and increases to the super guarantee rate, national minimum wage, award minimum wage, company fees and business name fees. Find out what it means for your business.

Are you a local business wanting to employ local people?

Visit the Casey Cardinia Jobs portal, where local employers can post job opportunities at no cost.

It's tax time

It is time to submit your tax return. Before you run headlong into your accountant’s office, find out everything you need to know about submitting your 2021-22 return. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) has prepared some tax tips to help you get on the front foot of your next business tax claim.

Access free business mentoring sessions

Our Mentor Matching servic connects business owners with mentors perfectly suited to their needs.

Each session will link you to a local business leader with the skills, experience, and connections to help support your growing business.