Events


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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The Australian Made Advantage Webinar
July
19

The Australian Made Advantage Webinar

This webinar was recorded and is available for viewing via the Online Tutorials webpage.

Join the Australian Made team in this webinar exclusive to Melton City Council as they provide insight into what it means to use the logo and the numerous advantages it can provide your business.

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Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop
Feb
23

Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop

Venture Melton in collaboration with Business Victoria and Monarch Institute are offering this Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop to provide guidance to businesses in reaching customers, by creating compelling marketing content for social media.

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Other Training Opportunities

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

TRAINING: Melton Learning Directory - Employment and Training

Location: Melton Community Centres Date: Various Time: Various time slots
Melton City Council offers free and low - cost programs for all ages, abilities and interests at a community centre near you.

Explore a variety of Employment and Training opportunities available inlcuding A.I. for Education and Business, White Card and First Aid and CPR. For more information and to book, visit here.

MASTERCLASS: ATO’s Tax Masterclasses for Small Business

Location: Online Date: 18 August and 22 September 2025
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is hosting 4 masterclasses, designed to strengthen your small business knowledge on tax, available between June and September 2025.

During these free online sessions, you will have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs. To register for this masterclass event, click here.

WEBINAR: Create an Australian Tourism Data Warehouse Listing

Location: Online Date: Thursday 4 September Time: 10.00am - 10.45am

This Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) webinar will assist you in creating or optimising your ATDW profile listing.

Open to all Victorian tourism operators and industry staff, register for a free, 45 minute webinar hosted by the ATDW Team at Visit Victoria. There will also be ample time to have your questions answered live during the session.

For more information or, to register click here.

CONFERENCE: Destination Victoria 2025

Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre Date: 8 October 2025

Destination Victoria 2025 unites the State’s visitor economy to share ideas, insights, and tools promoting Victoria as ‘Every bit different.’ Join industry leaders for updates on trends, developments, opportunities, and networking within the sector.

Register here before 31 August 2025 to receive an early bird discount.

TRAINING: Taking Your Business Online - Presented by Business Victoria

Location: Online Date: Self paced Course Duration: 4-6 hours, study at own pace
Business Victoria, in collaboration with Monarch Institute are offering this online course to help you understand how to get your business thriving online. You’ll learn how digital technologies are impacting the way businesses operate and why your business needs to create an online presence. For more information and to register, visit here.

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