Small Business Victoria, with support from Knox Council, is excited to present an engaging marketing workshop tailored to meet your specific marketing needs. This workshop is a valuable opportunity for businesses not only in Boronia but throughout the entire Knox area to enhance their marketing strategies and boost their growth.

The topics covered include:

• What is marketing, and why is it critical to business success
• Essentials for successful marketing
• Conducting market research to understand and grow your business
• Strategies for attracting and engaging your target market
• Maximising customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy
• Using social media to reach your customers
• Discovering additional resources

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Knox is proud to introduce you to ‘Artslink’ - a newly launched exhibition program aimed at connecting local artists with local businesses interested in receiving artwork to display.  All infrastructure required to hang artwork will be funded by Council, at no cost to business owners.? 

In addition to receiving art to display, businesses who participate in the Artslink program will have their venues promoted as part of Knox’s biennial art event ‘Immerse’ in July 2024 – including additional promotion through walking tours, activations and events.??To find out more and express your interest.

Image credit: Local mixed-media artist, Kelly Ingram with some of her work.

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Join us for an in-person traders meeting on Monday, 23 October, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Let's discuss exciting opportunities and initiatives to revitalise Boronia together. During our last gathering, we received an array of fantastic ideas for upcoming events and workshops, and we're excited to explore these further. 

During this in-person meeting, we'll delve into the following exciting topics:

• Christmas and School Holiday Activation Planning
• Upcoming Workshops
• Networking Opportunities

We look forward to seeing you there and to the engaging discussions and creative ideas that will emerge!

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Let the community know that your business is a LGBTIQA inclusive space and get your FREE Knox Pride Pack!

• Introduction Letter
• 'You Are Welcome Here' window decal.
• 'A Guide to Using Pronouns in the Workplace' brochure.
• 'Tips to be an LGBTIQA Ally' brochure.

This visible sign of welcome proudly signals your commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion, and to stand out against discrimination.

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Wednesday, 18 October 2023 join us for Ride2Work Day, an annual event by Bicycle Network Victoria! Leave your car at home and ride your bike to work, promoting healthier travel and reducing our environmental impact.

Knox City Council supports local businesses to host their Ride2Work celebrations. The first 20 registered hosts will receive a $100 Coles or Woolworths voucher, along with exciting bike accessories as prizes.

Don't miss out! Business registrations close on Friday, 6 October 2023. To participate, register by emailing SustainableTransport@knox.vic.gov.au or calling us at 9298 8000.

Note: Eligibility for the $100 voucher requires more than 10 staff members or hosting a public event.

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