Enterprise Maribyrnong, Business Bulletin

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Welcome to the November Business Bulletin.

In this edition we have information on an upcoming business event at Council- 'Keep the cash flowing' seminar. We also provide information about the Business Improvement District (BID) Grant Program, and share a handy business article about the 10 things you absolutely mustn't do if you run your own business.

Business is booming in Maribyrnong, and with so many places to visit and do business with, we will be profiling a different business in upcoming editions of Enterprise Maribyrnong. This month's profile is about Littlefoot, a funky new venue in the heart of Footscray.

The Big West Festival will be happening in and around the Footscray Business District in late November, with information about the festival program found in this month's newsletter.

We hope you enjoy the November edition.

The City Business Team
Maribyrnong City Council

2016 Civic Awards

2016 Nominations Are Now Open!

Maribyrnong City Council's annual Civic Awards give us a chance to pause and reflect on the remarkable people who generously donate their time to enrich our community. All nominees (individuals and groups) must either live, work, study or have a strong connection to the City of Maribyrnong. The Enterprise Maribyrnong Award has been included this year, to acknowledge and recognize the contributions our business community makes to Maribyrnong.

The 2016 Civic Award winners are recognised at a public ceremony and community celebration held at the historic Footscray Town Hall on Tuesday 26 January, Australia Day.

The City Business Team will give Enterprise Maribyrnong award nominees the opportunity to be further promoted by Council.

For more information or to download a nomination form, please visit http://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Page/Page.aspx?Page_Id=105

Nominations close on Friday 27 November at 5pm.

'Keep The Cash Flowing' Seminar

18 November - 6:30 pm Keep The Cash Flowing Seminar

Many new business owners are surprised to find that although they are making a profit, without adequate cash flow, their business will struggle to survive. This seminar will guide participants on the key drivers of cash in their business and how to improve cash flow, with simple measures that can be immediately implemented.
Participants completing this workshop are eligible for one free mentoring session.

Book Keep the Cash Flowing Seminar

Business Improvement District (BID) Grant Program

The Business Improvement District (BID) Grant Program will support the Footscray and Yarraville business districts through targeted grants to businesses and trader associations.

The Enterprise Maribyrnong Special Committee endorsed the grant guidelines that look to promote Footscray and Yarraville business districts through destination marketing: enhance the districts through public realm and public safety improvements; increase business viability through innovative business practices; and improve amenity outcomes.

The grants program will be open on Monday 16 November 2015, with applications to be considered by the Enterprise Maribyrnong Committee in February 2016.

For further information please contact:
City Business Team
Tel: 9688 0200
E: bizevents@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

Business Profile

Littlefoot

Littlefoot- Big step for Footscray

If it's a funky and Zen wine bar you're after, look no further than Littlefoot in Footscray.

Nestled along the popular Barkly Street Strip, Littlefoot has steadily become one of the hottest 'go to' establishments in the inner west. Centrally located and a stone's throw away from public transport and the CBD, it is the perfect little spot for after work catch ups, a round of drinks and some delicious nibbles.

With their doors opening in February 2015, Littlefoot owners husband and wife team Liana and Stuart Lucca-Pope, crossed the river into Footscray after a successful stint as owners of Bebida Bar and Café in Fitzroy- a flourishing business in the heart of one of Melbourne's best gastronomic destinations. The owners have now transformed a pizza parlour into a hip, arty and happening wine bar in Footscray.

Complete with live music, gourmet food platters and lots of bar space to enjoy the locally sourced boutique and craft beers they have on offer, the Littlefoot name not only gives a hearty nod to the culturally rich and diverse 'Little Footscray', but also notes the importance of sustainability and their quest to have minimal environmental impact leaving a 'Little Footprint'. Most of their produce is sourced locally.

Littlefoot
223 Barkly Street Footscray
Tel: 9396 1282
Opening hours- Wednesday to Friday 4pm- late, weekends 3pm- late

Check out the Littlefoot Facebook page for all upcoming events Facebook.com/littlefootscray

10 things you absolutely mustn't do if you run your own business
Written by Katy Cowan

Bad habits are easy to get into when you run a business. From over-working and feeling guilty if you’re not sitting at your desk all day to forgetting to have a break and taking things too much to heart – it’s challenging at the best of times. Which is why it’s important to take a step back and remember these 10 things you absolutely mustn’t do if you run your own business.

Read the article

Big West Festival
20-28 November 2015

Come and see Footscray transform into an artspace!

Big West Festival is the leading community based contemporary arts festival in Melbourne's West. This year's fabulous 9 day extravaganza celebrates the 10th Festival, bringing 70 multicultural, multi artform events to the business district in Footscray, with many FREE events that celebrate the west and the meaning that the West holds for businesses, residents and visitors.

In 2015, Big West will send the art outdoors into Nicholson Street Footscray. Come and play with Angels and Man Rabbits, see a show in a wardrobe, be immersed in industrial soundscapes of sirens and massed choirs and get your arts on!

See more at: http://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Page/Page.aspx?Page_Id=11582#sthash.Gzp3ig4H.dpuf

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