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Golden Plains Shire EDQ - March 2017
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March 2017

WELCOME TO 2017

Welcome to the (early) March 2017 edition of ED Q.  As always, there’s plenty happening for business in Golden Plains with a great calendar of training, mentoring and networking set for the coming year.  Work is underway to develop a new Economic Development and Tourism Strategy that will guide our activities from the second half of 2017 through to 2020.  Keep an eye out as we’ll be seeking input from the business community soon.  Finally, we look forward to catching up with you at the upcoming After 5 Networking Event at the world famous Pink Flamingo Bar and Supernatural Amphitheatre in Meredith.  Further details are below.     
 

AFTER 5 NETWORKING EVENT

The next Golden Plains Business After 5 networking event will be held on Thursday 9 March at the site of the world famous Meredith and Golden Plains Music Festivals. 

Attendees will have an opportunity to network  in the Pink Flamingo Bar while listening to guest speaker Greg Peele, Festival Director and cofounder tell the inspirational story of how these festivals grew to become iconic events on the Australian festival scene.
Enjoy this special opportunity to see the festival site set up and ready to host the Golden Plains Music Festival. 
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FUNDING GETS BANNOCKBURN HEART BEATING

Council has been successful in securing $1.2 million in Federal Government funding to develop stage one of the Bannockburn Civic Heart Precinct.
The funding, announced by Sarah Henderson MP, Federal Member for Corangamite, will help create a vibrant community space next to the Bannockburn Library and Cultural Centre.
 
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25 - 26 MARCH 2017

The Golden Plains Arts Trail will once again see artists and makers from across the Shire opening up their homes and studios to visitors from far and wide.  The Arts Trail is a spectacular showcase of many different mediums as well as a chance to meet with artists and discuss their art.  There’s truly something for everyone.  With so many art lovers and visitors in general touring on the Trail, it’s a great opportunity for tourism and hospitality businesses within Golden Plains. 
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BUSINESS PROFILE: ESTIA HEALTH BANNOCKBURN

Estia Health Bannockburn is a 120-bed home offering a range of care services for the local community and surrounds.
Proudly employing a team of 150 staff makes Estia one of the Shire's larger employers. The home provides permanent care, as well as respite services for families in need of support.  “It’s a fun and welcoming environment at Estia Health Bannockburn,” says manager Pam Vince.
“The doors are always open – don’t hesitate to call should you have any questions about aged care, or drop by for a personal tour.
For more information, call (03) 5281 1991 or click the website link below.  
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

Applications are now being accepted for one of two $1,000 scholarships on offer from the Geelong Community Foundation. The Tom Cleary Scholarship will support a 16–25 year-old looking to progress a career in agriculture or horticulture. The Rural Education and Retraining Scholarship is open to students enrolled in an agricultural or horticultural course, or a mature aged person seeking retraining. Applications close 16 March.
 
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LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL YOUNG PEOPLE

Local young people are always looking for work experience and employment opportunities within the Shire. If you have a voluntary, casual, part-time or ongoing position, please contact Golden Plains Shire Council Youth Development Officer Mark De Campo on 5220 7106 or email (click button below) to determine how we can best prepare our local young people for their working future. 
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SMALL BUSINESS TRAINING AND MENTORING

The 2017 training and events calendar is packed with opportunities for small businesses across Golden Plains Shire. From digital marketing, branding and networking to general business advice, there’s something for every business. Check out the calendar below or contact the Economic Development Unit here.
 
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GOLDEN PLAINS BUSINESS FAIR


The Bannockburn Chamber of Commerce presents the inaugural Golden Plains Business Fair, Saturday 6 May 2017 at the Bannockburn Cultural Centre.  With an anticipated crowd of more than 500 people, it’s a great chance for local businesses to showcase their offerings to the community in the one place. The Business Fair will also provide the opportunity to catch up with other businesses in an informal environment.
For further information contact Wayne from the Chamber by email (below) or by phone on 5281 1219.
 
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STRUCTURE PLAN FOR INVERLEIGH 

Council is preparing a new Structure Plan for Inverleigh.  A structure plan is a document which provides a strategic framework to establish the basis for future land use planning decisions for the town. It indicates a preferred layout of residential, commercial, community and other land uses based on a 15 year outlook. 
The Structure Plan will capture the current identity and character of the town and help guide and shape the future direction of the Inverleigh community. 
 
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DISCOVER AND CONNECT WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES ACROSS THE G21 REGION

Buying local supports local businesses and suppliers, and helps to create prosperity and jobs.
The recent launch of the Localised local procurement network in cooperation with the G21 GROW initiative means that you can keep your business dollars in the local economy and discover the value of local relationships.
Localised enables you to easily find, connect with or engage with local suppliers that you need so that you can buy local and help keep more money in the region’s economy.  
JOIN YOUR LOCAL PROCUREMENT NETWORK

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