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COVID-19 Interstate Travel Alert
Border closures are now in force in the states of NSW, QLD, SA and Tasmania to all Victorians.
Investment Spotlight: Melbourne Business Park
An exciting 260 hectare business park development is set to become the largest industrial project in Melbourne’s West.
Spotlight on Business Victoria
Tap into the Victorian Government’s suite of business support options.
Council commits $105.6 million to Capital Works Projects
The 2020/21 Council budget will see a massive $105.6 million spent on roads, buildings and community facilities.
Access your very own free business advisor
There is no better time to access specialist one-on-one business advice to help you adjust to the COVID-19 disruption.
800th Member joins the Venture Melton Business Network
Businesses are jumping on board the Venture Melton Business Network with membership now growing beyond 800.
Tips for Writing Winning Grant Applications
With an increased number of grants expected to become available to support the recovery from COVID19, now is the perfect time to sharpen up your grant writing skills.
5 Simple Tips to Raising Your Business’s Digital Profile
In this digital age, you need to ensure that your online business profile is up-to-date and easily accessible for your customers.
Investment Spotlight: Horizon 3023 Ravenhall
Dexus has a reputation for delivering high quality developments which attract tenants on long term lease arrangements, and this development is shaping up to be no exception.
5 Golden Rules to Minimise Your Taxes
Michael Kirby, Managing Director of XO Accounting has prepared a summary of the 5 golden rules to help you minimise your taxes this financial year and some reminders about the ATO’s reporting requirements.
A Moment to Reflect: How Have City of Melton Businesses Handled the COVID-19 Disruption?
When the disruption hit Council’s Economic Development team swung into action and has contacted over 1200 businesses to check-in on their operational status and help connect them into appropriate support.
Conquering the Crisis…and Open for Business - Video Series
A playlist of short videos reflective of this extraordinary moment in time for a business owner, employee, customer and family! Soulfully true, personal stories that will not only inspire other business owners, but also serve to spark useful and inspirational thinking amongst business peers.
Melton Hospital – Set to Provide an Economic Bonanza
The Victorian Government is now progressing the $2.4 million business case for the Melton Hospital. The business case will identify the range of services that would be delivered by a new Melton Hospital, how they’ll link with other healthcare facilities in the region and outline timeframes and costings for a new hospital in Melton.
HomeBuilder Grants to Benefit Local Economy
The Federal Government’s introduction of the new $25,000 HomeBuilder grant for residential construction will be a boon for the City of Melton’s biggest industry – the construction sector.
Resolve your Commercial Tenancy Dispute
The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) is providing help for small businesses in resolving a range of disputes arising during the coronavirus (COVID- 19) crisis period.
Placemaking in a Pandemic – Part 3: Creating Places of Kindness and Belonging
As we re-open our businesses and return to our shopping precincts there is an opportunity to reflect on how we can build safety and belonging into our shared spaces to create a place where everyone feels welcome.
Investment Spotlight: Punthill Apartment Hotel - Caroline Springs
In late 2019, the Veriu Group announced plans to roll out 4 new accommodation locations under its Punthill Apartments Hotels brand. One of those 4 locations is 1-7 Caroline Springs Boulevard near the corner of Ballarat Rd in Caroline Springs.
Placemaking in a Pandemic: Part 2 – Connecting with Your Neighbours
This week we will further explore how placemaking can play an important role in our economic and social recovery by looking at ways that we can connect and work alongside other shop owners in our precinct to re-imagine our shared spaces, make use of under-utilised assets and tap into local networks.
Placemaking in a Pandemic
Many retail spaces that were once filled with people are now quiet, and customer behaviour has significantly shifted. COVID-19 is forcing us all to reimagine a new normal where our retail precincts, shop fronts and the places we used to gather can still be viable while also providing a safe space for our staff and our customers.
The People’s Page
Today we continue building on the foundations of the network through our very own virtual communication page on Facebook