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May Edition:
- Visitor Information Services Review
- Gippsland Business Awards 2022
- Events Make Good Business - networking
- Gippsland Forestry Taster Program
- Business support and grants
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Visitor Information Services Review - Have your say and WIN!
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Reshaping the future of our visitor services!
The tourism industry has had a significant shake up and now is a good time to review how future visitor servicing could look like. As part of this Council is inviting businesses to participate in a industry survey, which will help to evolve our future visitor and tourism service offerings.
As a thank you for completing the survey, you can go into the draw to win a 30min scenic flight with Lakes Entrance Helicopters for two, valued at $600. Complete the survey |
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Gippsland Business Awards 2022 - Last chance to nominate
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Last Chance - nominations closing Friday 20 May
The Gippsland Business Awards are back and ready to celebrate all that Gippsland businesses have to offer in 2022. The Federation University Gippsland Business Awards encourage you to nominate your business, or a business you admire, in this year's awards program.
Nomination categories include: Accommodation, Beauty and Personal Care, Business and Professional Service, Food Wine Producers, Health & Wellbeing, Hospitality, Manufacturing/Export, Mechanical Trades & Construction, New Business, Retail and Tourism Activities and Attractions.
Find more information
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Events Make Good Business - Industry Networking Dinner
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We are extending an invitation to Events Make Good Business, two industry networking nights brought to you by East Gippsland Shire Council with support from Latrobe Valley Authority.
These events will launch three newly developed toolkits designed to help foster greater collaboration between event organisers and businesses and community groups.
We are proud to welcome three guest speakers each night, including our keynote speaker, Vicky Lowry from the iconic event Deniliquin Ute Muster. The two events will be hosted in Lakes Entrance and Bairnsdale. Book your tickets here
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Visual Merchandising with Kylie!
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Book a FREE, One-on-One Visual Merchandising session with Kylie Fordham at your premises and learn how to make the most of your visual space to get them in and keep them coming back!
With over 30 years’ experience in Retail and Visual Merchandising, East Gippslander, Kylie Fordham from Smashing Windows Design and Display shares her expertise and insights, offering tips and tricks for creating a Visual Impact in your space to help build your image, increase traffic and improve sales.
Sessions are running till 30 June 2022 on a first come first served basis.
The time is NOW to offer your customers an unforgettable shopping experience! Book your individual session directly with Kylie NOW!
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Gippsland Forestry Taster Program
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The Gippsland Forestry Hub is proud to present the ‘Gippsland Forestry Taster Program’ being held for three days over two consecutive weeks: 20 – 22 June and 27 – 29 June.
This free 3-day program will showcase how a career in Forestry can be very gratifying, whether it’s working outside planting, driving a Harvester on a coupe, or mapping out future plantations with some particularly good skills behind you, it can take you into a rewarding career.
If you are interested in attending, please email admin@gippslandforestryhub.com.au to register
For more details download the Gippsland Forestry Taster Flyer Final
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Business support and grants
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Boosting female founders - Round 3
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Supporting women entrepreneurs to grow their startups.
This program will provide targeted support on a co-contribution basis to female founders of startup businesses to scale into domestic and global markets. The program will also offer expert mentoring and advice to a select number of eligible applicants.
Eligible applicants can apply for grants between $100,000 and $480,000. Find further information
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Attention Event Organisers!
The Event Management Toolkit is a one-stop shop for event organisers covering all facets of running an event such as developing an event strategy, getting business sponsorship, coordinating volunteers, creating an event budget, reviews, surveys and more.
Download your Event Management Toolkit.
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If you're ready to modernise your business but don't know where to start, Digital Toolkit has you covered.
These hands-on workshops will show small business owners how to incorporate technology to save time, stress and money – even for complete digital beginners. Visit Digital Toolkit
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Small Business Digital Adaptation Program
The small business digital adaptation program provides $1200 rebates so small businesses can access a range of digital business tools. The product must be purchased from the supplier by 18 July 2022, or before the program’s funds are exhausted, whichever comes first.
Find more details Small Business Digital Adaptation Program
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
The Victorian Government is supporting small business owners, their employees and trusted advisers with helpful tools and services through Headway – a wellbeing initiative for small businesses. A range of free services are available including business advice, financial counselling, and mental health and wellbeing support. Headway | Business Victoria
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Business Tools Overview
For further information on grants, vouchers, assistance programs, awards, click here.
For information on starting, planning, operating and growing a business, click here.
Information for start-up businesses is available here.
Information on expanding businesses overseas and exporting is available here.
Information on reducing your energy costs and boosting productivity is available here
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Lakes Entrance - Finalist Victorian Top Tourism Town
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We are excited to advise Lakes Entrance is a finalist at the 2022 Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards!
The annual Awards recognise regional towns and centres that offer amazing visitor experiences.
Give Lakes Entrance your vote before 31 May 2022 to go into the draw to win 'one perfect Melbourne weekend' for two.
Vote now for Lakes Entrance |
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Responsible Tourism Project
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Tourism Australia and Destination Gippsland are conducting a research project on the impact of tourism on the local environment, community, and culture. The feedback will help tailor communications for travellers in specific regions to educate and encourage responsible and respectful travel.
Now more than ever, it is critical to have a proactive approach for how the tourism sector, its partners, and stakeholders face the future positively and sustainably. Survey Link - closing Friday 20 May.
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You can get in touch with the Economic Development Team by phoning 5153 9500 or via email.
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