Connect & grow: Knox networking evening in Boronia
Join us for our August networking event on Tuesday, 27th from 6 PM to 9 PM at Boronia Progress Hall!
Hosted by the exceptional business coach and facilitator, Emma McQueen, this gathering promises to be a game-changer for local businesses and entrepreneurs. Emma excels at bringing people together and will guide you to step out of your comfort zone, fostering connections with like-minded businesses facing similar challenges, pain points, and triumphs.
What to Expect:
- Delicious dinner and refreshments
- Meaningful networking and collaboration
- Insightful discussions and problem-solving
Don't miss this opportunity to connect and grow with fellow entrepreneurs! We aim to bring real value to our local businesses, providing more opportunities for meaningful connections and shared learning.
Date: Tuesday, 27th August
Time: 6 PM - 9 PM
Cost: $10
Location: Boronia Progress Hall
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Host a stall at Knox youth apprenticeship and career night
What benefits are there to hosting a stall?
- Direct Access to Young Talent Engage with motivated young individuals (15-25) actively seeking career opportunities and apprenticeships. Connect with future employees early in their career journey
- Showcase Your Opportunities Highlight your apprenticeship programs, job openings, and career paths. Present your organization as an attractive place to work and grow professionally
- Build Community Presence Strengthen your local presence and reputation by engaging with local youth and their families. Foster goodwill and enhance your public image as a supportive employer
- Network with Industry Peers Meet other employers, job networks, and skills experts. Share insights and explore potential collaborations on youth employment initiatives
- Interactive Engagement Create memorable experiences with interactive activities at your stall. Engage young attendees and showcase the skills and attributes you value in employees.
Date: Wednesday August 28 5.30 - 7.30pm
Location: KIOSC Swinburne, 369 Stud Rd, Wantirna South
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Workshop: Master the Art of Visual Merchandising
Date: Wednesday 4 September 2024
Time: 5:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Boronia Library
Date: Wednesday 4 September 2024
Time: 5:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Boronia Library
Visual merchandising impacts all types of businesses from retail shops to cafes and restaurants. Your store’s appearance can directly influence foot traffic and sales! First impressions are everything, how your store looks will play a crucial role in your success.
Join Pop Creative Collective as they showcase global and local examples of retail design and visual merchandising. Learn about brand identity, shopfront presentation, window displays, and more.
Bonus: Every attendee will receive a copy of the Visual Merchandising booklet!
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Free one-on-one marketing mentoring session with Kirrily Romero
We've received an overwhelmingly positive response to our digital marketing course. We're now offering a complimentary one-hour, one-on-one marketing mentoring session with Kirrily for local businesses. This personalised session will delve into the specifics of creating a tailor-made marketing strategy for your business. Limited amount of spots book in fast!
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Sustainability and small business - Aligning values and customer engagement
We are seeing a shift towards increasing sustainability conversations, with consumers becoming more aware and selective about the businesses they support. Small businesses are uniquely positioned to take advantage of this shift. How can small businesses integrate sustainability into operations in a way that is both environmentally and financially sustainable? Hear from sustainability educator Mariyam Sayers as she explores how businesses can incorporate sustainable practices, engage loyal customers in meaningful ways, and differentiate themselves from competitors.
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The circular business design workshop | CIRCO
The Circular Business Design Workshop is a carefully designed 3-day program that will familiarise you with the possibilities of circular entrepreneurship and design. The circular economy is a system in which products are designed to provide resource efficiency through function first, to last longer, can be easily maintained, reused and, where needed, recycled. The system also provides high-quality services.
Throughout the workshop, you will explore opportunities for your own business and take the initial steps in developing new circular products, services, and business models. This interactive and challenging workshop provides valuable insights into the circular opportunities available for your organisation or business.
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Restaurant and cafe licence information session
As the holder of a restaurant and cafe licence there are many obligations you need to follow to supply liquor safely. You’re invited to an online information session to explain the obligations for operating a business with a restaurant and cafe licence.
The session will cover:
- understanding the conditions of your liquor licence
- take away and home delivery requirements
- footpath trading and off-site catering
- how to be inspection ready
- liquor portal and licence renewal.
You will have the opportunity to hear from LCV staff and ask questions. If you have a staff member who would benefit from understanding the obligations of a restaurant and cafe licence holder, encourage them to register.
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Enrolling for council elections
The next council election is on 26 October 2024. Find out if you need to enrol to vote.Those on the state roll will automatically be enrolled to vote in the council elections. If you need to check or update your state enrolment details, visit vec.vic.gov.au/enrolment.
This election, the rules have changed for some other categories of voters.People who own property in Knox but live elsewhere need to apply online to Council if they want to vote. Ratepayers who are not Australian citizens, those who pay rates on a property they occupy but don’t own, and a director or secretary of a corporation that pays rates can also apply to vote.
It is not compulsory for you to enrol with council to vote. However, if you are eligible and decide to enrol as a council-enrolled voter, voting is compulsory in the election. Council enrolment closes at 4pm, Wednesday 7 August.
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Free graffiti removal kits and hand sanitizer holders
Knox Biz is offering free graffiti removal kits, hand sanitizer and holders to local businesses. To claim yours, contact business@knox.vic.gov.au. Supplies are limited, so act quickly—once they're gone, they're gone!
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Local entrepreneur named finalist for 2024 woman manufacturer of the year
General manager and owner Latinka Cubitt from La Tink has been named finalised for the Victorian woman manufacturer of the year award 2024. With over 30 years of leadership experience and a deep commintment to to gender diversity, menotring, and open career paths in manufacturing. Located in Knox's Bayswater business precicnt, La Tink manufactures bespoke and Australian-Made homewares and products.
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