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Good Morning <<First Name>>,

Well August is done and dusted so you would think it is time for a rest but as you can see by the Upcoming Events below there is no time to slow down!

If you haven't seen the 30 year Business Award celebration video I encourage you to take a look today, it is great fun and there are many familiar faces. A big thank you to Andrew from The WIN Network for tracking down this vision and Susan from Admedia for putting together such a great video.

Amongst the many interesting events coming up we offer to our members a State Election Candidate Forum, this will be an excellent opportunity to meet your candidates. More details below.

Enjoy the sunshine
Jodie Gillett
Chief Executive Officer
Commerce Ballarat

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Wen McLachlan - WEN&WARE LIVING

Mile Nasteski - MN-ICT Specialists
MEMBER OF THE WEEK

Mercedes-Benz Ballarat have recently moved into their brand-new state-of-the-art dealership located in Main Road, Ballarat.

With a thriving history in Ballarat as the longest established independently owned Mercedes-Benz dealership, the new dealership offers a five-star service to customers and invites them to spend time with the brand.

Additionally, an easily accessible service and parts area, complete with plentiful off-street parking, will allow Mercedes-Benz Ballarat to continue with their high level of customer service and efficiency with any vehicle maintenance needs.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
• Would you like to grow yourself and take your sales & service skills to the next level?
• Do you need to lift sales to target - no longer just to budget?
• Are you responsible for sales and customer service and need new strategies and insights?
COMMENCING IN 2019, SALES ROCKETS RISING STARS IS A 12 MONTH PROGRAM THAT WILL GIVE YOU THE INSIGHT, TRAINING, TIPS AND COACHING OF HIGH PERFORMING SALES PEOPLE TO SHIFT YOUR SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE SUCCESS.
For more information Click Here

Take an Industry Tour of the new Runway Ballarat and Platypus Coworking spaces. Runway is Ballarat’s premier entrepreneurial accelerator and a thriving startup ecosystem. Based in the stunningly restored Flecknoe Building, adjacent to Federation University, Runway’s modern Industrial space is the perfect environment for the startup. Platypus Coworking create a work environment and facility that will allow you to collaborate, network and expand your business. At the completion of the Industry Tour enjoy a chat and a coffee. This Industry Tour will be held on Tuesday 18 September from 11am - 12.30pm starting at the Flecknoe Building. For more information and to register Click Here
An opportunity for the retail industry to come together and learn and discuss relevant issues. Please note: Industry chats are only open to those in the specified sector. 

This Industry Chat will be held on Wednesday 19 September from 9am to 10.30am at The Western Hotel.

For more information and to register Click Here
This event is a mix of relatable stories, practical exercises and personal reflection that all culminate in an experience designed to ensure you take ideas back to your business that are practical and easily implementable.  With experience in retail and wholesale sales, account and sales team management and now working as a professional speaker and facilitator, Trav Munro will share with you his tips on making meaningful connections with customers. Five key points for exceptional customer service: 1.  Customer customer customer  2.  Connect 3.  Conversation 4.  Clarify 5.  Continual improvement We encourage you to send your employees along to this interactive workshop. This workshop will be held on Wednesday 10 October from 9.30am - 12.00pm at Craig's Royal Hotel. For more information and to register Click Here
Pop in for quick chat and coffee before work, or feel free to stay longer. Take a break from your usual routine to catch up with like-minded young professionals in a relaxed setting. 
This YPN Coffee Catch Up will be held on Thursday 27 September from 7.30am to 9am at The Lake View Hotel.
*No RSVP required

If you would like to join our YPN mailing list to receive upcoming event notifications please contact us at admin@commerceballarat.com.au

Ballarat's very own 'Breakfast with the Stars' will give you the chance to listen to high profile Jockeys and Trainers. Watch some horses galloping from the Committee room while enjoying a jam packed morning lead by Lachlan McKenzie CEO Ballarat Turf Club.

This BisNet breakfast will be held on Tuesday the 2 October from 7am - 8.45am at the Ballarat Turf Club. 

For more information and to register Click Here
A thought provoking and dynamic workshop for all NFP's. This session will centre around the word PROFIT for all not for profits. It is well know the mindset of Profit often derails NFP's from using simply business, marketing and sales models to make a profit that will eventually deliver the outcomes of the chosen NFP's cause. Join us to hear the REAL story around the challenges, breakthroughs and realities of building a sustainable BUSINESS inside a non for profit. Get some top tips and hear a wonderful story about how it can be done. This workshop will be held on Wednesday 17 October from 10.30am - 4.30pm at the Midlands Golf Club. For more information and to register Click Here
State Election Candidate Forum
Members are invited to attend this forum to hear from the candidates in the 2018 State Election.
This Event will be held on Thursday 25 October from 5pm - 7pm at The Miners Tavern. For more information and to register Click Here
FEATURED NEWS
B2B SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
b2b - Business to Ballarat is Commerce Ballarat's local media campaign aimed at encouraging local spending, it also has a strong focus on the business to business dollar. Sponsorship opportunities for b2b Business to Ballarat are now available, for more information and to inquire about aligning your brand to this initiative contact jodie@commerceballarat.com.au
https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/cb_pages/b2b.php
AUCTION AND RAFFLE DONATIONS - BISNET BREAKFAST 3BA XMAS APPEAL
Our December BisNet Breakfast will include a short fun Auction and Raffle with all proceeds donated to the 3BA Xmas Appeal, if you have something you would like to donate please send an email to admin@commerceballarat.com.au
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR SUMMERTECH LIVE 
SummerTech LIVE is matching Victorian business digital technology needs with innovative tertiary students over the summer, to solve technology problems and support digital economic transformation. The program operates as a paid 12 week studentship, during the students’ summer break. SummerTech Live was created in response to students, educators and industry feedback that businesses are looking increasingly for ‘T-shaped’ skills - a combination of strong technical knowledge, problem solving, critical and creative thinking and communication skills. For more information click here
MEMBERS NEWS
CAMPAIGN TO ENTICE MELBURNIANS TO VISIT
Last week Visit Ballarat launched an innovative campaign in a bid to entice more Melburnians to visit and explore Ballarat. Entitled Made of Ballarat, the campaign showcases the city’s artisans, makers and creators through a variety of media including cinema, storytelling, creative events and publications. Targeted specifically at the Melbourne audience, the campaign aims to provide those who do not consider travelling to Ballarat with an experience filled with culture, enrichment, indulgence and adventure. Check out the campaign here
BALLARAT LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE - SPRING EDITION
The latest edition of Ballarat Lifestyle Magazine is out now! Ballarat Lifestyle  is a quarterly health and lifestyle magazine that celebrates Australia’s best regional city – Ballarat. Every Commerce Ballarat member will receive a copy of the magazine in the mail in the coming week! 
BALLARAT FAMILY GUIDE - OUT NOW
The new issue is online now! And it is jam packed full of great stuff to get you informed, inspired and empowered for SPRING! Whether you are hatching your own little chickling or nurturing your ugly ducklings into the swans you know they can be, if they just apply themselves, or you are keen to get nesting and declutter that house, or mind, or body...there is something in there for YOU! Check it out here...
2018 AFL GRAND FINAL LUNCHEON
North Ballarat Sports Club will host a AFL Grand Final Luncheon on Thursday the 27th of September 2018. Hosted by Christie Malthouse, entertainment by Matt Hollywood with special guests Mick Malthouse, Jason Akermanis and Moana Hope. Tickets are $95 each or $900 for table of ten and include canapés, two course meal, beer, wine and soft drink. North Ballarat Sports Club will also be launching its NEW initiative North Cares and they are proud to be donating ALL PROFITS to The Ballarat Foundation. Book here
ITEMS OF INTEREST
ACCI: Business response to ALP Gas Policy - read more...
VIDEO OF THE WEEK

Can You See Any Familiar Faces?
Last Thursday night at the 2018 Federation Business School Commerce Ballarat Business Excellence Awards Gala Dinner we celebrated 30 Years of the Ballarat Business Excellence Awards we ask you to take a journey back through time with us…...
AUSTRALIAN BUREAU OF STATISTICS

8501.0 Retail turnover relatively unchanged in July  (Media Release), Jul 2018
5676.0 Business Indicators, Australia, Jun 2018
8501.0 Retail Trade, Australia, Jul 2018
5625.0 Private New Capital Expenditure and Expected Expenditure, Australia, Jun 2018
8731.0 Building Approvals, Australia, Jul 2018

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