BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Banyule Business - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Banyule Business X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Banyule Business REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20210403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20211002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230509T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230223T043111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T043111Z UID:7478-1683626400-1683637200@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – May DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nBanyule Business in conjunction with Small Business Mentoring Service are offering face to face business mentoring sessions to support local businesses. \nSmall Business Clinics provide general business advice and can assist you in the steps you need to take to overcome an issue or information gap. \nThere are 3 scheduled sessions available each month. \nIf all sessions are filled please contact the Economic Development Officer Roxy Cheng to discuss further options. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Roxy to discuss further options. \n\n  \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-may/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230502T070000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230502T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230406T054634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T060532Z UID:7512-1683010800-1683018000@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Business Breakfast with Bendigo Bank DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nJoin Bendigo Bank for the 2023 Business Breakfast with guest speaker David Robertson\, Chief Economist Bendigo & Adelaide Bank.\n\nDavid is one of Australia’s leading financial market commentators\, and he’s coming back to Banyule to share the very latest on the domestic and global economies\, interest rates and share his predictions for the future state of our economy. \nInformed\, respected and incredibly witty – David speaks in real terms and will leave you with invaluable insights. \n\nDate: Tuesday 2 May 2023 \nTime: 7am to 9am \nVenue: The Old England Hotel\, 459 Lower Heidelberg Rd\, Heidelberg \nCost: Free \n\nThis is a free event and it includes a full breakfast. \nNumbers are limited\, RSVP is essential. Please RSVP to Carly Kluge at carly@conceptmem.com.au by Friday\, 21 April 2023. \nBusiness Breakfast Flyer 2023 \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/networking-breakfast/ LOCATION:The Old England Hotel\, 459 Lower Heidelberg Rd\, Heidelberg\, 3084 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Capture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230418T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230327T001732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T001732Z UID:7504-1681826400-1681837200@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – April DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nBanyule Business has partnered with Small Business Mentoring Service to offer face-to-face business mentoring sessions that are tailored to support local businesses. \nThese Small Business Clinics are designed to provide general business advice and help you navigate any challenges or information gaps you may be facing. \nWe currently have three scheduled sessions available each month\, but if all sessions are filled\, please reach out to Roxy Cheng roxy.cheng@banyule.vic.gov.au to discuss further options. \n\nPLEASE NOTE – Bookings for these invaluable FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the specified times. If you find that all sessions are filled\, please don’t hesitate to contact Roxy for further assistance.\n\n\n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-april/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230404T160000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230404T190000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230223T042822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T042822Z UID:7476-1680624000-1680634800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Twilight Sessions – April DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nBanyule Business in conjunction with Small Business Mentoring Service are offering face to face business mentoring sessions to support local businesses. \nSmall Business Clinics provide general business advice and can assist you in the steps you need to take to overcome an issue or information gap. \nThere are 3 scheduled sessions available each month. \nIf all sessions are filled please contact the Economic Development Officer Roxy Cheng to discuss further options. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Roxy to discuss further options. \n\n  \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-twilight-sessions-april/ LOCATION:Ivanhoe Library\, 275 Upper Heidelberg Road\, Ivanhoe\, VIC\, 3079\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230321T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230321T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230124T054349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T054447Z UID:7466-1679407200-1679418000@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – March DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nBanyule Business in conjunction with Small Business Mentoring Service are offering face to face business mentoring sessions to support local businesses. \nSmall Business Clinics provide general business advice and can assist you in the steps you need to take to overcome an issue or information gap. \nThere are 3 scheduled sessions available each month. \nIf all sessions are filled please contact the Economic Development Officer Roxy Cheng to discuss further options. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Roxy to discuss further options. \n\n  \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-march/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221212T044330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T044440Z UID:7418-1678788000-1678798800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text][book-now] \nThis workshop is designed to give small businesses the tools\, strategies\, and knowledge on how to grow their business online. \nThe topics covered include: \n\nInvestigating the different ways your business can sell online\nAutomating business processes to increase efficiencies\nCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)\nSystems Mechanisms of online marketing\nDigital disruption and the impact to your business\n\nThis workshop is being held at the Banyule Council office and presented by Business Victoria. \nDate: Tuesday\, 14 March 2023\nTime: 10 AM – 1 PM\nLocation: Banyule City Council Level 3\, 1 Flintoff Street Greensborough Vic 3088[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/social-media-and-content-marketing-workshop/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-BV-Toolkits-social-media-templates-2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Banyule City Council":MAILTO:business@banyule.vic.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230302T070000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230302T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230213T033901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T033901Z UID:7471-1677740400-1677747600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Northern Business Achievement Awards Networking Breakfast DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nJoin us at the Northern Business Achievement Awards breakfast and hear from our guest speaker and panel of business nominees. \nLa Trobe University’s Growth Plans – Impact on Melbourne’s North and the Wider Economy. \nGuest speaker: Hon. John Brumby AO\, Chancellor of La Trobe University and former Premier of Victoria. \nThe Hon. John Brumby AO is Chancellor of La Trobe University and a Professor (Honorary) at the University of Melbourne. He is well known for his roles as the former Premier of Victoria (2007 to 2010) and Treasurer (2000 to 2007)\, as well as his time in Federal Parliament (1983 to 1990) during the Hawke Government. \nSince retiring from politics in 2010\, John Brumby has taken on a number of roles in the not-for-profit and business sectors\, including as Chair of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust\, Citywide Service Solutions and the Fred Hollows Foundation. He is also the inaugural Chair of the Victorian Government’s $2 billion Breakthrough Victoria Fund. \nMr Brumby was awarded an Order of Australia in 2017 for distinguished service to the Parliament of Victoria\, to economic management and medical biotechnology innovation\, to improved rural and regional infrastructure\, and to the community. \nHe is the author of a number of articles and books\, including the 2015 book The Long Haul: Lessons from Public Life (Melbourne University Publishing). URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/northern-business-achievement-awards-march-23/ LOCATION:The Centre Ivanhoe\, 275 Upper Heidelberg Rd\, Ivanhoe\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3079\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NBAA-2-March-23-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230228T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221212T042453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T043913Z UID:7413-1677578400-1677589200@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Starting Your Small Business Workshop DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text][book-now] \nThis workshop is designed to help potential small business owners learn about the essentials of starting a small business. \nThe topics covered include: \n\nUnderstand the key success factors involved in starting your business\nUnderstand the key components of a good business plan\nCreate business and action plans that will give you the steps you need to work towards starting your business\nUnderstand where to go for additional resources\n\nThis workshop is being held at the Banyule Council office and presented by Business Victoria. \nDate: Tuesday\, 28 February 2023\nTime: 10 AM – 1 PM\nLocation: Banyule City Council Level 3\, 1 Flintoff Street Greensborough Vic 3088[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/starting-your-small-business-workshop/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-BV-Toolkits-social-media-templates-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Banyule City Council":MAILTO:business@banyule.vic.gov.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230221T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20230113T061153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T060247Z UID:7461-1676973600-1676984400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – February DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nBanyule Business in conjunction with Small Business Mentoring Service are offering face to face business mentoring sessions to support local businesses. \nSmall Business Clinics provide general business advice and can assist you in the steps you need to take to overcome an issue or information gap. \nThere are 3 scheduled sessions available each month. \nIf all sessions are filled please contact the Economic Development Officer Roxy Cheng to discuss further options. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Roxy to discuss further options. \n\n  \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-feburary/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230202T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221223T010106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T011423Z UID:7426-1675332000-1675353600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Small Business Bus - Watsonia Library DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nThe Small Business Bus is coming to Banyule!🚌 It is coming to Watsonia.\n\n\n \n\n\n Business owners can book a free 45-minute face-to-face session with a business adviser to help identify a clear direction for their business\, discuss key issues and priorities\, and develop a business action plan to achieve their goals.\n\n\n \n\n\n Places are limited\, bookings are essential.\n\n\n\n📆 Watsonia Library: Thursday 2 February\, 10am – 4pm – BOOK NOW\n📍 Car Park Behind Watsonia Library\, 70 Watsonia Rd Watsonia\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please call Business Victoria on 13 22 15 for further information. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/small-business-bus-watsonia-library/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-BV-Toolkits-social-media-templates-2-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230130T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221223T005920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T011448Z UID:7412-1675072800-1675094400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Small Business Bus - Ivanhoe Library DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\n\nThe Small Business Bus is coming to Banyule.🚌 It is coming to Ivanhoe and Watsonia.\n\n\n \n\n\n Business owners can book a free 45-minute face-to-face session with a business adviser to help identify a clear direction for their business\, discuss key issues and priorities\, and develop a business action plan to achieve their goals.\n\n\n \n\n\n Places are limited\, bookings are essential.\n\n\n\n📆 Ivanhoe Library: Monday 30 January\, 10am – 4pm – BOOK NOW\n📍 Library Car Park\, Next to 235 Upper Heidelberg Road\, Ivanhoe 3079\n\n\n\n📆 Watsonia Library: Thursday 2 February\, 10am – 4pm – BOOK NOW\n📍 Car Park Behind Watsonia Library\, 70 Watsonia Rd Watsonia\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please call Business Victoria on 13 22 15 for further information. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/small-business-bus-ivanhoe/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-BV-Toolkits-social-media-templates-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221201T070000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221201T213000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221103T043345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T043345Z UID:7340-1669878000-1669930200@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Northern Business Achievement Awards DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nJoin us at the Northern Business Achievement Awards breakfast and hear from our guest speaker and panel of business nominees. \nGuest speaker: Victor Perton\, Founder and Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism and author of “Optimism: The How and Why”. \nPanel Discussion: The Case for Optimism \nFAQs \nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nPlease contact Taylah Davis at taylah@jtproductionmanagement.com \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nRegistration fees are non-refundable however you may transfer your registration to another person. The full name and details of the person that will replace you must be advised in writing to the registration office prior to the Breakfast. No refunds will be made for non-attendance at the Breakfast. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nThere is no need to bring your printed ticket to the event\, we will mark your name off at the door. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/northern-business-achievement-awards/ LOCATION:The Centre Ivanhoe\, 275 Upper Heidelberg Rd\, Ivanhoe\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3079\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Untitled-design-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221123T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221123T123000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221103T050427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T050427Z UID:7342-1669201200-1669206600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:How to Successfully Pitch your Business Webinar DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \n25eight and Melbourne’s North Food Group invite you to attend the ‘How to successfully pitch your business’ webinar\, on Wednesday 23 November\, from 11am until 12:30pm. \nHear from Phil Ore on how to develop your Unique Value Proposition\, and then use the six pillars that make a great pitch and how to weave that into a story to create active listeners from your audience. \nLearn how to adapt your pitch for different audiences and formats\, building confidence in front of audiences of any size to get results. \nThis interactive online workshop will allow you to work on your company using tools and frameworks to improve your business pitch. \nFor more information contact Margaret McLelland at margaret@melbournesnorth.com.au \n  \n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/how-to-successfully-pitch-your-business-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/How-to-Successfully-Pitch-your-Business-Webinar-Social-Media-post.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221115T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221115T193000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20221027T014947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T015348Z UID:7333-1668533400-1668540600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Banyule Business & Melbourne's North Food Group Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Melbourne’s North Food Group and Banyule City Council invite you to attend the MNFG Business Networking Event. \nDate: Tuesday 15 November 2022 \nTime:  5.30pm \nVenue: The Greenery Garden & Home\, 4 Banksia Street\, Heidelberg. \n  \nThis is a free event which provides a great chance to network and build great relationships within the food and beverage sector. \nGuest speakers\, panel interview\, door prizes\, raffle\, drinks and nibbles included. There are limited places so go to link to secure your spot. \n  \n[book-now] URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/banyule-business-melbournes-north-food-group-networking-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Untitled-design.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221108T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220908T011140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T011548Z UID:7313-1667901600-1667919600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – November DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\nSmall Business Mentoring Service (SBMS) aims to support businesses which are situated within the City of Banyule. \n\nThese Small Business Clinics can help: \n\nAnswer your business questions and provide clarity\nFocus on Marketing\, Planning or Financial issues\nAssist to explore business options and opportunities\n\nSessions are approved by the Business Concierge Officer\, Kiku Allen and she can be contacted on 9457 9827. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Kiku to discuss further options. \nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-november/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221004T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221004T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220908T011015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T011015Z UID:7312-1664877600-1664895600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – October DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\nSmall Business Mentoring Service (SBMS) aims to support businesses which are situated within the City of Banyule. \n\nThese Small Business Clinics can help: \n\nAnswer your business questions and provide clarity\nFocus on Marketing\, Planning or Financial issues\nAssist to explore business options and opportunities\n\nSessions are approved by the Business Concierge Officer\, Kiku Allen and she can be contacted on 9457 9827. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Kiku to discuss further options. \nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-october/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220927T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220829T043804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T043804Z UID:7301-1664272800-1664280000@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Social Media Strategies | Digital Solutions program DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nDigital marketing is vital for modern businesses because the internet plays a significant role in how today’s consumers make purchasing decisions. \nWe will shallow dive into the digital marketing world during this two-hour workshop and explain what strategies can work for your business. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/social-media-strategies-digital-solutions-program/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Workshop-tile-2-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220920T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220829T042313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T042313Z UID:7299-1663671600-1663678800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Apps that will boost your productivity | Digital Solutions program DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nApps that will Boost Your Productivity\nBoosting productivity\, particularly when working remotely\, can be a challenge. \nThis practical webinar will show you some of the best apps out there to help you get more done. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nDifferent apps on the market (free and paid)\nWays to optimise their usage\nProductivity hacks\n\nRegister for this online workshop to learn how to use apps to increase your output! URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/apps-that-will-boost-your-productivity-digital-solutions-program/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Workshop-tile-2-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220915T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220915T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220829T041352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T041352Z UID:7296-1663248600-1663254000@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Instagram Reels | Digital Solutions program DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nReels are a great way to get found\, build genuine connections and attract your ideal clients. Let’s gain confidence and ideas to master the art of showing up on Instagram. \nHere’s what we will discover together: \n\nSimplifying Instagram Reels\nUnderstanding where Reels fit within your content strategy\nA simple way to show up and create reels content that feels right with you. (You don’t need to dance\, point\, or feel uncomfortable)\nPractical tips from getting started to leveraging your current efforts URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/instagram-reels-digital-solutions-program/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Workshop-tile-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220912T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220912T123000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220829T040333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T040333Z UID:7290-1662980400-1662985800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Marketing with Pinterest | Digital Solutions program DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nPinterest is a powerful visual platform for businesses with aesthetically striking products or services. Showcase your brand while relating to your customers and gaining follows\, website visits\, and sales. Share\, create\, and curate your small business’ own on-brand image collection online. \nStep up your results by advertising to increase post engagement\, website clicks\, or mass awareness. Take Pinterest to your website and embed photos that users can save to their profiles. Determine your posting schedule for consistency and don’t forget to categorise! \nHere’s a quick taste of some of the topics we’ll discuss: \n\nThe benefits of Pinterest for visual small businesses\nSetting up an appealing Pinterest account\nEstablishing a recognisable\, desirable brand\nGaining a strong\, relevant following\nRules and etiquette—how and how not to behave on Pinterest\n\nThis workshop is for small business owners who want to: \n\nStart a Pinterest account for their small business\nGrow a Pinterest following\nBetter utilise Pinterest for their small business\n\n Register for this workshop to learn how to use Pinterest to unlock business opportunities and potential customers. \n  \n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/marketing-with-pinterest-digital-solutions-program/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Workshop-tile-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220909T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220829T014122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T234052Z UID:7292-1662717600-1662724800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Engage Real Followers with Instagram | Digital Solutions program DESCRIPTION:  \n [book-now] \nEngage Real Followers with Instagram\nThere’s a difference between being on Instagram and using Instagram to boost business. Instagram is a powerful social platform for small businesses selling visually appealing products or services. Feature your brand to followers while using trending hashtags to expand your reach. \nInstagram is an incredibly powerful social media platform—the second most engaged network after Facebook. Learn tools and tactics to engage with your audience and how to turn conversations into conversions. \nHere’s a quick taste of some of the topics we’ll discuss: \n\nThe benefits of Instagram for visual small businesses\nSetting up an appealing Instagram account\nEstablishing a recognisable\, desirable brand—in every post\nGaining a strong\, relevant following\nRules and etiquette—how and how not to behave on Instagram\n\nThis workshop is for small business owners who want to: \n\nStart an Instagram account for their small business\nGrow an Instagram following\nBetter utilise Instagram for their small business\n\nRegister for this online workshop to learn how to use Instagram to boost your business profile and better reach potential customers.\n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/engage-real-followers-with-instagram-digital-solutions-program/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Workshop-tile-2web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220906T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220906T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220719T132507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T045242Z UID:5345-1662458400-1662476400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – September DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\nSmall Business Mentoring Service (SBMS) aims to support businesses which are situated within the City of Banyule.\n\n\nThese Small Business Clinics can help: \n\nAnswer your business questions and provide clarity\nFocus on Marketing\, Planning or Financial issues\nAssist to explore business options and opportunities\n\n\n\nSessions are approved by the Business Concierge Officer\, Eddie Raphael and she can be contacted on 9457 9826. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Eddie to discuss further options. \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-september/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Small-Business-Mentoring-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220830T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220830T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220728T020552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T223101Z UID:7260-1661860800-1661868000@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Design like a Pro with Canva DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nThese workshops are provided by Melbourne Innovation Centre via zoom online – and are free for the month of August! \nTell a story. Market a promotion. Build brand awareness. Prompt an action. Do all these things and more using a single graphic. Visual marketing is more likely to catch a customer’s attention\, though to stand out\, it must have a fresh\, relevant image and high-quality design. You can use Canva to achieve this. \nCanva is a free\, easy-to-master content creator for visual marketing. You can create a custom project\, logo\, infographic\, flyer\, social media post\, web banner\, and much more. Canva is well suited to small businesses\, as it offers social media graphic templates already sized for each platform; an array of stock images\, illustrations\, and fonts; a comprehensive editing panel; visual hierarchy for the various components of your design; and high download quality. \nHere’s a quick taste of some of the topics we’ll discuss: \n\nUse Canva’s comprehensive editing panel\nUtilise existing templates and stock images/illustrations\nDesign an effective piece of visual marketing\n\nThis workshop is for small business owners who want to: \n\nImprove the look and feel of their visual marketing\nCreate a brand that is consistent in all areas of visual marketing\nBetter understand the capabilities of the Canva design platform\n\nRegister for this online workshop to learn how to use Canva for your visual marketing! URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/design-like-a-pro-with-canva-mic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220826T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220826T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220728T020219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T003830Z UID:7258-1661515200-1661522400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Boost Business with Facebook Advertising DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nThese workshops are provided by Melbourne Innovation Centre via zoom online – and are free for the month of August! \nFacebook advertising can take your business to the next level. It is critical that you understand the foundations to avoid wasting time and money. Use posts to inform\, intrigue\, and offer incentives to followers—and then take that engagement beyond page posts by advertising. \nDon’t rush the setup of a Facebook ad. It requires thought and consideration. Variables include your target market\, budget\, and the duration of the ad. After your advertisement has ended\, you can view analytics to understand user behaviour and engagement. \nHere’s a quick taste of some of the topics we’ll discuss: \n\nHow Facebook advertising works\nSetting up an effective Facebook ad\nTracking your ad’s success\nThe do’s and don’ts of Facebook advertising\n\nThis workshop is for small business owners who want to: \n\nMake the most of Facebook’s advertising capabilities\nIncrease traffic\, leads\, and sales by setting up their own targeted Facebook ads\n\nRegister for this online workshop to learn how to build custom audiences for your small business using Facebook advertising. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/boost-business-with-facebook-advertising-mic/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Workshop-tilefacey.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220823T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220823T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220728T015957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T223644Z UID:7254-1661256000-1661263200@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Streamline your Digital Touchpoints DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nThese workshops are provided by Melbourne Innovation Centre via zoom online – and are free for the month of August! \nEach bit of contact a customer has with your brand – be it via your website\, social media\, a physical store or in a meeting – is called a touchpoint. These experiences have an enormous impact on consumer perceptions of your brand – often subconsciously. Building a business that is consistent across all online platforms is not only important for brand-building and reputability – it instills a sense of confidence in both new and existing customers\, and makes them more likely to think of you when they’re looking to purchase. Everything from your social media posts and online ads\, to your blog and website need to align and be consistent. In this session we will look at some common digital touchpoints and how they may affect a customer’s experience with your brand. Join us for this two hour deep dive workshop and make your brand the strongest it can be in 2022 and beyond. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/streamline-your-digital-touchpoints-mic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220819T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220728T015737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T224143Z UID:7251-1660910400-1660917600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Beginner SEO: Technical + Keyboard DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nThese workshops are provided by Melbourne Innovation Centre via zoom online – and are free for the month of August! \nSearch Engine Optimisation gets talked about as if we should all know what it means. Put simply\, it’s a practice that increases your website’s visibility in search engines like Google. Foundational SEO practices include the technical side of your website setup\, as well as the keywords used within your content. \nThis webinar will explain: \n\nWhy SEO is critical for the success of your business\nSimple steps to optimise your website’s SEO\nHow to choose the best keywords for your business\n\nRegister for this webinar to gain a better understanding of SEO techniques for beginners. \n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/beginner-seo-technical-keyboard-mic/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220816T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220816T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220728T015134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T224246Z UID:7248-1660651200-1660658400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Elevate your Personal Branding DESCRIPTION:[book-now] \nThese workshops are provided by Melbourne Innovation Centre via zoom online – and are free for the month of August! \nThis workshop will help you develop a strong personal brand; one that communicates your brand values\, mission and bigger vision to the world with integrity and authenticity. \nLearn the process for defining the key aspects of your personal brand that will make an impact on growing your audience and the strategy for applying this throughout all areas of your business. The aim? To help you build expertise\, credibility\, community and elevate your personal brand. \nHere’s a quick taste of some of the topics we’ll discuss: \n\nIntro : An overview and examples on strong personal brands from various industries\nHow a strong personal brand can grow your business or be used to promote a service or product\nExercise: Defining your personal brand vision and mission\nExercise: Defining your personal brand values\nPractices\, must dos and strategies on how to apply your personal brand values\, vision\, passions and mission in your branding\n\n\nfor cultivating authenticity\nfor building trust on your website\nfor building credibility online via social media\nfor a strong product or serviced based offering\nfor creating strong networks and communities\n\n\nExercise: Determining clear next steps and key actions that are aligned with your personal brand\n\nRegister for this online workshop to elevate your personal brand. URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/elevate-your-personal-branding-with-mic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220802T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220802T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220719T132240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T011815Z UID:5344-1659434400-1659452400@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions – August DESCRIPTION:Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS) aims to support businesses which are situated within the City of Banyule. \nThese Small Business Clinics can help: \n\nAnswer your business questions and provide clarity\nFocus on Marketing\, Planning or Financial issues\nAssist to explore business options and opportunities\n\n\n\nSessions are approved by the Business Concierge Officer\, Eddie Raphael and she can be contacted on 9457 9826. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Eddie to discuss further options. \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions-august/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220719T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220719T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220413T094930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T012144Z UID:5292-1658224800-1658242800@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Free Small Business Mentoring Sessions - July DESCRIPTION:Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS) aims to support businesses which are situated within the City of Banyule. \nThese Small Business Clinics can help: \n\nAnswer your business questions and provide clarity\nFocus on Marketing\, Planning or Financial issues\nAssist to explore business options and opportunities\n\n\n\nSessions are approved by the Business Concierge Officer\, Eddie Raphael and she can be contacted on 9457 9826. \n* PLEASE NOTE – bookings for these FREE mentoring sessions are ONLY redeemable at the time specified.  If all sessions are filled please contact Eddie to discuss further options. \n\nFor more information please visit: \nSmall Business Mentoring Service (sbms.org.au) URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/free-small-business-mentoring-sessions/ LOCATION:Banyule City Council\, 1 Flintoff Street\, Greensborough\, VIC\, 3088\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220715T113000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220715T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T081154 CREATED:20220524T144630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T015931Z UID:5077-1657884600-1657893600@banyulebusiness.com.au SUMMARY:Women in Business Lunch 2022 DESCRIPTION:[book-now]\nBanyule City Council is excited for the return of the Women in Business Lunch at the Centre\, Ivanhoe. \nProudly Sponsored by Bendigo Bank East Ivanhoe\,  Melbourne Innovation Centre\, Kieser\, Matchworks\, Melbourne Arm Clinic\,  Florist Impressions and Peter Rowland. \nFeaturing a bigger than ever line up: \n• Special guest Lana Wilkinson\, leading celebrity stylist and entrepreneur \n• Two course lunch \n• Valuable networking opportunities \n• Win a pair of Lana Wilkinson shoes and other fabulous door prizes \n• First 200 registrations receive a Glasshouse Gift valued at $20 \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, 15 July 2022\nTime: 11.30am – 2.00pm\nVenue: Great Hall\, The Centre Ivanhoe\nCost: $60 (plus booking fees). Includes two course lunch and soft drinks. Wine available at bar prices. \nRegistrations: BOOK NOW (Limited Seating)\nBookings close Thursday 30 June 2022 unless sold out prior.Bring your unwanted garments to the event and recycle with Banyule and Upparel.\n\nAbout Lana\nLana Wilkinson is Australia’s leading fashion stylist\, with a clientele that includes Megan Gale\, Rebecca Judd\,  Ruby Rose\, Zoe Foster Blake and more. Building on this love of fashion and a desire to design\, Lana Wilkinson’s eponymous shoe brand was founded in 2019. Her mission is to create contemporary\, statement making shoes that can be accessible to every woman to look and feel their best. \nJoin us and hear Lana’s full story about her road to success through discovering the best version of yourself during change. Hear about her career journey\, starting a business in the pandemic and focusing on adapting\, growing and succeeding through diversification. \nAn initiative of Banyule City Council\n  URL:https://banyulebusiness.com.au/event/wib2022/ LOCATION:The Centre Ivanhoe\, 275 Upper Heidelberg Rd\, Ivanhoe\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3079\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Banyule City Council":MAILTO:business@banyule.vic.gov.au END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR