STIRRING UP SMALL BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Connect with your business community over coffee and shared experiences at the Business Coffee Club. These monthly meet-ups bring home‑based business owners together for expert insights, genuine conversations and free refreshments. The first session for 2026 will be held on Mon 23 Feb in Clyde North.  

CONNECT WITH 1K+ LOCAL STUDENTS AT FEDFEST

Showcase your business at Federation University's Fed Fest on Wed 4 March. This high energy celebration features live music, food trucks and lawn games to welcome all students back to university. It's the perfect place to set up a stall and meet the workforce of tomorrow! 

LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS WITH THE RIGHT ADVICE

If you are starting a new business or building a home-based venture, start with confidence by joining this in-person workshop in Clyde on Monday 20 April to explore the essentials of running a successful business.

BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICE

Get free business mentoring tailored to your biggest challenges. Our advisors offer practical, one‑on‑one guidance to help you solve problems, build confidence and move your business forward.

GRANTS INFORMATION SESSION 

Applications for Council's Community Grants are opening soon! If you run a local not-for-profit, consider attending an upcoming Information Session to find out how you could access a grant of up to $5,000. 

HIRE A SPACE AT BUNJIL PLACE

Give your next meeting or event the setting it deserves at Bunjil Place! Choose from fully-equipped meeting rooms, flexible function spaces, or state-of-the-art studio or theatre, right here in Narre Warren.

APPLY NOW! BUSINESS GRANTS

Government grants for business now open: 
>> Industry Growth Program 
>> Small Business Technology
>> Energy Innovation Fund 
>> Victorian Business Growth Fund

A GREEN ADVANTAGE FOR YOUR BUSINESS

It’s never been more important to understand how sustainability can benefit your business. Build practical knowledge to strengthen your operations - and tenders - at Frankston's in‑person workshop on 13 March 2025.

ATO'S MASTERCLASS SERIES

Strengthen your business' operations - or start a business the right way - with the ATO's seven-week Masterclass program that shares everything you need to know about cash flow, GST, super obligations, record keeping, small business deductions, and more.

CARDINIA'S LEAN BUSINESS SERIES 2026

This practical six-part program will help your business to work smarter, not harder. Through a series of interactive workshops you'll learn proven ways to boost productivity, streamline operations, and build resilience for sustainable business growth. 

OPEN COUNCIL TENDERS

The City of Casey is calling for businesses to complete the following works: 
> Hallam Community Learning Centre Renewal
> Casey Fields Soccer Grandstand Soffit Lining

WHAT'S ON

Women Making It Work 👩💼
Wednesday 18 February 

Business Coffee Club - February ☕💬
Monday 23 February   

KNOW YOUR PROFIT

Know Your Profit, led by Melanie Craig, helps small businesses gain clarity through smart bookkeeping, financial planning and strategic support.

Melanie works closely with owners to overcome challenges, grow sustainably and achieve personal and business goals while creating a more balanced and confident path forward.