Understanding where the economy is headed and how it impacts your business.

When: Tuesday, 20 June 2023
Time: 6.45am - 9.00am
(Doors open 6.30am)
Where: Cardinia Cultural Centre
Cost: $30 per person includes buffet breakfast

June Business Networking Breakfast

Learn how economic trends and conditions may affect your business operations and bottom line and gain vital insights into the current economic landscape and its potential future trajectory.

We're excited to have Scott Phillips, The Motley Fool's Australian Chief Investment Officer and Channel 9 finance expert, as our keynote speaker. As part of our commitment to supporting local businesses, this event is one of the many ways in which we help businesses in the region stay ahead of the curve and achieve long-term success.
 

Promote your Easter event on 'What's On Cardinia' 

It's not too late to add your Easter event to the What's On Cardinia website. This is an egg-cellent opportunity to broaden your audience and enhance your event's visibility.

This FREE platform provides a simple and easy way to promote your event, making it easier for potential attendees to discover and learn about it.

Photo opportunity

At Cardinia Business, we understand the value of excellent photos in promoting our region, businesses, and creating a strong sense of place.

As a result, we are excited to expand our photo collection by documenting the distinctive qualities and services provided by local businesses.

Please fill out our expression of interest (EOI) form if you are interested in having your business professionally photographed. 

Do you have some great snaps of your Cardinia Shire business?

Enter them in the What's on Cardinia photo competition for your chance to win!

1st prize: a $500 visa gift card
2nd prize: a $200 visa gift card
3rd prize: a $100 visa gift card

Hurry; entries close on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

Beyond Blue’s NewAccess for Small Business Owners

Small-business management can be demanding. Learn about NewAccess for Small Business Owners today if you're a small business owner in need of assistance.

This is a free mental health coaching program developed by Beyond Blue and funded by the Australian Government that supports small business owners manage stress so you can move forward. 

Available nationally by phone or video call, no GP referral is required. 

Business Victoria Webinar - Taking Your Business Online

This Business Victoria webinar is designed to help small businesses develop an understanding of online opportunities and assist business owners to make informed choices about how to set up an online presence for their business.

When: Wednesday 19 April 2023
Time: 3.00pm - 5.00pm
Cost: FREE

Solar rebates for businesses now available 

Businesses in Cardinia may be eligible for rebates to decrease the cost of installing a solar panel system.

Thousands of Victorian businesses have taken advantage of the Victorian Government’s Solar for Business Program.

Businesses with fewer than 50 employees can apply for a rebate of up to $3,500, plus an interest-free loan of between $1000 and $5000.

Distillery Support – Infrastructure and Boosting Visitor Economy

The $10 million Distillery Door Program will focus on developing skills, increasing tourism opportunities, expanding businesses through infrastructure investment and develop and grow exports, supporting employment and economic opportunities across Victoria.

The Distillery Support – Infrastructure and Boosting Visitor Economy grants are part of the Distillery Door Program.

 Program closes 5 May 2023