Events


Small Business Bus: Melton
Mar
31

Small Business Bus: Melton

Whether you’re starting, building, or transforming your business, the Small Business Bus can help you to develop your business ideas and capabilities.

Business advisers from Monarch Institute offer free 45-minute tailored sessions from 10am-4pm at selected locations around Victoria.

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Recruitment Strategies for Small Businesses.
Mar
20

Recruitment Strategies for Small Businesses.

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This practical webinar is designed to support local business owners to attract, recruit and retain high-quality staff in a competitive market. Participants will gain actionable insights into writing strong job descriptions, using digital platforms effectively, running streamlined interviews and implementing retention strategies that reduce staff turnover and strengthen their workforce.

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Video Marketing That Connects: Telling Your Brand Story Without the Overwhelm.
Feb
27

Video Marketing That Connects: Telling Your Brand Story Without the Overwhelm.

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This practical workshop shows business owners how to use video to stand out with clarity and confidence.

It breaks down what actually works — from engaging content and authentic messaging to simple, low-budget production.

Participants will leave with a clear, achievable plan to create consistent video content that connects and converts.

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Melton Trader Talk
July
14

Melton Trader Talk

  • Melton Library & Learning Hub, Café CommuniTea (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have a question for police regarding safety?

Local Police and Council welcome local business owners to connect at our Melton Trader Talk, an opportunity to discuss what issues are important for your business and precinct.

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Neurodiversity in the Community – Staff
Apr
4

Neurodiversity in the Community – Staff

Many employees are neurodivergent, yet workplaces often lack the awareness and support needed to help them thrive. Join Aisling Smith, an award-winning neuro-inclusion expert, for an insightful webinar on fostering a neuroinclusive workplace. Learn how neurodivergence presents in employees, the challenges they may face, and practical steps to create an environment that benefits both staff and business growth.

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Building Effective Marketing Strategies for your Business
Mar
28

Building Effective Marketing Strategies for your Business

Join us for an insightful workshop on crafting a powerful marketing strategy that drives real business growth.

This session will cover essential components of a successful marketing plan, common pitfalls to avoid, and the importance of strategic planning. Whether you're developing a new strategy or refining an existing one, you'll gain practical insights and tools to enhance your marketing efforts.

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Neurodiversity in the Community – Customers
Mar
21

Neurodiversity in the Community – Customers

Join us for a workshop on Neuroinclusive design which isn’t just for fancy flagship stores and big-name retailers. It’s for everyone—local businesses, small-town shops, and service-based businesses like doctors, dentists, and solicitors. Whether you run a butcher shop, a bakery, or a boutique, neuroinclusion matters. Every business is different, just like every neurodivergent individual.

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AI for Business Workshop
Feb
26

AI for Business Workshop

Unlock the Power of AI for Your Business!

Join us for the AI for Business Workshop, where you'll gain a practical understanding of how AI can drive innovation, efficiency, and growth in your business.  Led by Simon Kriss, Australia's leading voice on AI in Customer Experience (CX).

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Other Training Opportunities

The Online Tutorials page includes access to previously delivered webinars that can be viewed at anytime.

WEBINAR: SEED - AI Skills for Education, Employment and Digital

A national training program to help diverse workers, communities and enterprises understand, use and govern AI.

Free training provides foundational AI knowledge and practical skills for three target groups, based on Google AI Essentials and customised content. No prior AI experience required.

New cohort starts on 9th of every month until April 2027.

This is not a Council event. 

Find out more at Deakin SME Research Centre

PROGRAM: OHS Essentials Program

Location: In person Visit Date: Discussed at time of application

OHS Essentials is a free, WorkSafe Victoria funded program that helps small businesses with workplace safety. You'll work with a safety expert who will guide you through what's required and help put simple safety steps in place that suit your business.

The OHS Essentials Program is available to:

  • Victorian small businesses with 60 workers or fewer who have a WorkCover insurance policy

  • Sole traders who use contractors and have a WorkCover insurance policy

  • All Victorian farmers

    Apply Now!

WEBINAR: Australian Tourism Data Warehouse training

Location: Online Date: various (once a month) Time: 10am - 10:45am

Do you need some help creating or renewing your ATDW profile, or would like some tips on optimising it?

Register for a free, 45 minute webinar hosted by the ATDW Team at Visit Victoria.

Visit Victoria to book your place.

WEBINAR: Small Business Success: Common Pitfalls and how to overcome them

Location: Online Date: 29 October 2026 Time: 9am - 9:45am

The OHS Essentials Program and Business Victoria have partnered to bring you practical advice on some of the most common challenges facing small businesses, and how to avoid or address them.

Business Victoria will share insights on marketing, social media and innovation, while the OHS Essentials team will provide practical guidance on workplace health and safety, helping you keep yourself and your workers safe, healthy and productive.

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Melton South Community Centre, Term 4 short courses

Location: Various/Melton South Community Centre Date: (October - December) Time: Each course varies

Discover a new Business skill, meet new people and build your confidence, at an affordable price.

From MYOB to Payroll and more, our low-cost courses are held here at the Centre in a friendly, welcoming and positive environment, where everybody is encouraged to learn, connect and enjoy the experience

Visit our website to book your place.

ONLINE WORKSHOP: Psychological Health Basics

Location: Online Date: Various dates during October and November) Time: Various

Learn about your OHS obligations to identify psychosocial hazards, control risks and get practical support and tools to take the first step towards compliance.

Hosted by Worksafe Victoria, this is a free online 2.5 hour workshop designed to help employers from small to medium businesses improve psychological health and safety.

Visit Worksafe Victoria to book your place.

WEBINAR: ATO Small Business Webinars

Location: Online Date: Various dates

The Australian Taxation Office’s (ATO) small business masterclasses are free, one-hour online sessions run by ATO experts. Designed to help you build confidence in running your small business, classes cover topics such as tax, record keeping, cash flow, deductions and reporting.

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WEBINAR: Business Victoria Workshops

Location: Online Date: Various dates

Free Business Victoria live webinars run regularly with a range of topics to support your business growth and development

  • Social Media & Content Marketing

  • Starting Your Business

  • Winning Government Grants & Tenders

  • Generating Cash Flow

  • Taking your Business online

Visit Business Victoria to book your place.

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