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March e-Newsletter

Off to a flying start last Friday evening was the first instalment of our Street Smart Series 'Getting the most from your smartphone photography' with host business Zoobibi, in Hawthorn East, proving an ideal setting.  Our workshop presenter offered professional tips and tricks on taking fabulous images using a smartphone, after which attendees were able to photograph and sample some of the delectable menu items from Zoobibi's kitchen. 
 
The Street Smart Series brings general interest style workshops to the Boroondara community at large while offering local businesses the opportunity to act as host.  Don't miss our next session on Monday 23 March, where participants will learn how to make their own beeswax wraps.  
 
Have you checked out the line-up of speakers featuring at the inaugural 'Future's So Bright' conference being held at the Hawthorn Arts Centre on 17 March?  You'll need to register this week if you want to hear the stories, struggles and successes of three very different and inspirational trailblazers including: 

  • Simon Griffiths, co-founder and CEO at 'Who Gives A Crap', engineer and economist turned social entrepreneur.
  • Tayla Harris, AFLW footballer and Australian super welterweight boxing champion.
  • Gus Balbontin, former Executive Director and CTO at Lonely Planet, and Entrepreneur in residence at Victoria University. 

Along with this fantastic line up of speakers, there’ll be lunchtime breakout sessions at Swinburne University, Creative Cubes coworking space and 360 youth space.  The day will serve as a fantastic opportunity for anyone in need of some inspiration or motivation as they embark on the new business year, and it's all very reasonably priced at $20 including lunch!  (Booking details can be found below).
 
If you’re looking to brush up on your business skills or local networks, then why not register for one of Business Boroondara’s upcoming workshops or networking sessions.  They’re an excellent way to connect with the local business community.  Upcoming dates for your diary are outlined below.

We’ve also included information on applying for the City of Boroondara's Annual and Bi-annual Grants (which close on 12 April), and profiled another of our amazing local businesses in 'Meet the locals'.
Business events and workshops
Networking nights - Free
Join us in 2020 for our Super Networking and Express Networking nights. Our Super Networking Nights are facilitated evenings and each is themed, with a guest speaker providing valuable tips and activities.  Express Networking nights offer an alternative night for those unavailable on Tuesdays.  Our upcoming dates are: 
  • Tuesday, 31 March, 6-8pm (Super Networking) Book here.
  • Thursday, 7 May, 6-7.30pm (Express Networking) Book here.
  • Tuesday, 2 June, 6-8pm (Super Networking)
  • Thursday, 25 June, 6-7.30pm (Express Networking)
Freedom Machine - $15
Wednesday 11 March 6.00-8.30pm

All business owners envision making a real impact in the world whilst having more time and enjoying lasting wealth. Ongoing growth requires practical action steps to create sustainable paths to more lucrative, rewarding outcomes. In this highly interactive workshop you will discover how to successfully create lasting business freedom; learn proven steps to set up business systems that run on autopilot and leave with strategies to deliver team certainty, sustainable growth and lifestyle choices. Presented by KerryAnne Nelson.  Click here to register.
Future's so Bright - Youth Conference  - $20 
Tuesday 17 March at the Hawthorn Arts Centre

The City of Boroondara in conjunction with Business Victoria invites you to ‘Future’s So Bright’, a day of inspiration and education for Victoria’s future innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders.

Hear from inspirational speakers such as Simon Griffiths from Who Gives a Crap, Carlton AFLW star, Australian super welterweight boxing champion Tayla Harris and Entrepreneur in Residence at Victoria University Gus Balbontin.

For more details or to book click here.

Conversational Strategies - $15
Thursday 19 March, 6.30-8.30pm.

Everything happens through conversation. By understanding how to project meaning into our conversations we can better connect with others.  This in turn can yield improved business results and create a framework for enhancing relationships and partnerships, and realising new connections and opportunities. Come join Fiona van Dalen as she provides insights and tips on how to improve your conversations.  Click here to register.

 

Marketing plans made easy - $15
Wednesday 25 March,  6.00-9.00pm.

Did you know that you can improve the performance of your business if you have a marketing plan and know how to use it? A marketing plan is an outline of your marketing goals and describes how you plan to get there. A good marketing plan becomes a great preparation and accountability tool for your business.
 
If you know your business needs a marketing plan but you don’t have the time or head space to dedicate to it – then join us for a practical session to bring your plan to light.  Presented by Vickie Burkinshaw.  Click here to register.
 
Make your own Beeswax Wrap - $15
Monday 23 March, 6.30-8.30pm

Join us at the second of our Street Smart Series workshops, where Ben Moore from Ben's Bees will share his love of the environment and get you started making your own beeswax wraps. In this two-hour workshop you’ll enjoy an informative chat about bees, learn the important uses of bee products and make a beeswax wrap to take home! 
Where: Little Creatures Play Centre, 323 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn.

 Click here  
Super Networking March
Tuesday 31 March, 6.00-8.00pm

Join us for Super Networking in March where our guest speaker will be Barry Jenner. There’ll be valuable tips, activities and plenty of opportunities for local networking. This event is free, but bookings are essential for catering purposes.
 
To book Click here.


Google my business - $15
Wednesday 15 April 6.30-8.30pm

You may have heard of Google Maps or Google My Business and that if you want to be found online, you need to claim or create your own Google My Business Account.  Join this practical workshop where you can login in to your existing Google Account and start to see how you can really maximise the features of a Google My Business Account.  Find out how it can improve your website’s Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) results and attract more local customers.  Presented by Sue Ellson.  Click here to register.


Facebook marketing for business - $15
Wednesday 22 April 6.30-8.30pm

In this two hour workshop, Alli Price will take you through all aspects of Facebook from how to run your page well, marketing tips and tricks for tapping into the local market and getting customers through the door.  Bring your phone or tablet with Facebook installed so you can learn as you go.  Click here to register.

Annual grants and bi-annual grants opened this week! Community organisations including trader associations can now apply for more Council grants under the ‘vibrant retail precincts’ stream. 

  • Applications for both grant rounds close 12 April
  • Annual grants - can apply for up to $10,000
    • Support projects and equipment costs assoc with the delivery of new one-off services, programs and activities
  • Biannual grants (new category) - can apply for up to $3,000
    • Provide a timely response of financial support for projects and equipment costs assoc with the delivery of one-off services, programs, activities
  • Organisations can submit more than one application within 12 months but the combined total of all biannual and annual grants must be no more than $10,000
  • Annual grant recipients are not excluded from applying from triennial grants and triennial grant recipients are not excluded from applying for annual grants, but funding can’t be provided to the same event/project/activity
  • Projects will need to meet one or more of the objectives of the ‘vibrant retail precinct stream’ which include increase visitation and spending locally; strengthen the connection between people, local community groups and retail precincts; promote a sense of pride in the retail precinct; promote and expand the night time economy; re-imagine and activate spaces.
  • Be inspired - view projects funded by Council annual grants here. Last year, Burwood Village Trader Association received funding to transform an unwelcoming walkway into a cleaner, bright and safer space. Funding was used for mural materials, supplies for a launch party and an artist fee.

Information sessions
Learn more at an upcoming information sessions:
Wed 4 Mar
Thurs 12 Mar
Tues 17 Mar
Wed 1 Apr

Free* Business Mentoring

These free, one-on-one, confidential, one-hour business mentoring sessions have been designed to assist new and established local business owners to address challenges and explore opportunities. Sessions will be held on the second Wednesday of each month. The service utilises accredited business mentors from Box Hill Business Enterprise Centre.  Bookings are essential as places are limited. To book your place phone our Economic Development team on 9278 4814, or send an email to business@boroondara.vic.gov.au

Upcoming dates:
  • 11 March
  • 8 April

*This is a free service for local businesses and local business people.
 
Meet the Locals 

eyes on floyd

 The creative mind is truly fascinating. The ability to introduce new and refreshing ideas opens the floodgates to a world of endless possibility. Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi suggested that "of all human activities, creativity comes closest to providing the fulfillment we all hope to get in our lives.”

Born and raised in Paris, Wendy Trinet realised from a tender age that a career in the fashion industry would be her destiny. Inspired by a city overflown with culture, art, beauty and history, Wendy’s great Grandmother was a leading stylist in France. Dresses passed down to her loving care, lay the foundations for the creative journey forward.

After attending a fashion design school in London and later falling in love with her Australian born husband, Wendy now lives in the picturesque tree-lined streets of Camberwell.  For the past ten years, she has worked as a designer and buyer for large Australian retailers. Throughout this time, the desire to one day have her own label remained firm. “In 2017 I decided to take a chance and live my dream,” said Wendy.

“Proudly a home-based boutique business, eyes on floyd is named after my dear son Floyd.  The label embraces the history of all that truly inspires me.  Designed and made with love for the woman who loves relaxed feminine pieces, romantic, boho chic, with a touch of France. I love using lace, broderie anglaise, embroidery, crochet and the range is like my favourite wardrobe brought to life. My brand combines the best of Vintage Parisian chic and French Riviera style with effortless beautiful pieces.”

eyes on floyd celebrates a lifelong creative dream and is respectfully inspired by mother nature.  All pieces are intriguing by design and made with utmost attention to quality.  The brand is full of little treasures just waiting to be discovered.  When you find that special pieces that resonates with you, your natural beauty can expect to shine.

Business Name: eyes on floyd 
Owner:Wendy Trinet
Phone: 0408 135 022
Email: info@eyesonfloyd.com
Instagram: @eyesonfloyd
Web: www.eyesonfloyd.com
Would you like the opportunity to have your business featured in 'Meet the Locals'?  We are looking for businesses that are unique to Boroondara to spotlight.  Also, if you have some business tips you'd like to share with the local business community, we would love to hear from you.  Email business@boroondara.vic.gov.au to register your interest. 

Some helpful links including information on the the ATO's new myDeductions App.

ATO My deductions

ATO - Small Business Webinars

ATO - Small Business Newsroom
 

 ATO - Tax basics for small business video series

http://www.police.vic.gov.au/business_security_kit/
 

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