If you are interested in supplying Council with goods and services, register as a supplier with Council’s eProcure to receive tender and quotation opportunities direct to your inbox. Current opportunities include: | 2024/25 Asphalt resurfacing works at various roads Delahey enclosed off-leash park 25m Outdoor pool replacement – Sunshine Leisure Centre Supply and delivery of three fully electric parks tipper trucks Supply of truck and agricultural parts & accessories Construction Designs – Dempster Park Childrens and Community Centre Valuation Services Jones Creek Footbridge, St Albans Registration is free. For more information or to register, click here. | My council, my vote: 2024 Council election | Local government elections will be held on Saturday 26 October 2024 via postal ballot. Nominating as a candidate Anyone wishing to stand as a candidate for Council must submit their nomination between 9am on 9 September and noon on 17 September 2024. | To see what it takes to become a candidate visit VEC and Brimbank City Council. All candidates in a council election are required to complete the online Local Government Candidate Training on this website. Voting Ballot packs will be mailed to the postal address of enrolled voters from Monday 7 October, and you have until 6pm on Friday 25 October to post your vote. Voting is compulsory for those registered on the electoral roll. Enrolled voters failing to vote risk being fined. For more information, visit: Victorian Electoral Commission Brimbank City Council | New Energy Incentives & Instant Asset Write-offs | The Australian Tax Office is now accepting additional deductions and write-offs for small business including: 20% bonus tax deduction for energy Up to $20,000 instant asset write-off These changes apply to expenses incurred from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024. To see if your business is eligible, talk to your accountant and click here. | New 'right to disconnect' laws that apply to businesses with 15 or more employees come into effect on 26 August. To find out how this will impact your business, click here. | Brimbank Business Link Meetup | Get ready for our new format meetup! Join us for a free, fun-filled morning of networking that promises to be a game-changer for your business connections. This isn't just another meetup – it’s the perfect opportunity to grow, learn, and connect in ways you've never imagined. | Secure your spot now! Date: Tuesday 10 September Time: 7am - 8.30am Where: Mt Derrimut Golf and Community Club, 475 Mt Derrimut Rd, Derrimut Cost: Free | Running a Side Hustle - what you need to know | Side hustles can be great income generators. However are they hobbies or businesses and what are the tax and registration implications of your side hustle? For more information click here. | Business Development & Training Programs | Register for these low-cost business development workshops and help set your business up for success. | Apps To Boost Your Productivity Feeling overwhelmed? Then this workshop is for you! Discover a suite of apps that help small business owners achieve more in less time. Learn productivity hacks, explore project management tools, and automate tasks to stay organized and efficient. Date: Wednesday 28 August Time: 6-8pm Where: iHarvest Coworking, L4 301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine Cost: $20 | SEPTEMBER Design with CANVA Master Canva to leverage its power in your marketing. Join our hands-on workshop as we guide you through the basics of Canva navigation and image designing and show you how to incorporate photographs and videos. You'll learn how to use Canva like a pro and boost your digital marketing efforts by utilising Canva’s handy templates to design customised posts and create eye-catching promotional material. Date: Wednesday 11 September Time: 6-8pm Where: iHarvest Coworking, L4 301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine Cost: $20 | iHarvest Coworking Sunshine Events | Take advantage of our mentor in residence program, where seasoned industry experts are on-site to provide personalised guidance and support to you and your business. | This opportunity allows entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners to gain valuable insights, receive tailored advice, and accelerate professional growth. The SBMS mentors have a wealth of experience and industry knowledge and look forward to meeting with you for a confidential session. Date: Friday, 6 September 2024 Time: 9am - 2pm Where: iHarvest Coworking,?L4/301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine? Cost: $33 | Free Coworking Day iHarvest Coworking Sunshineis offering a free trial of the office space to local start-ups, entrepreneurs and businesses. Come and experience for yourself what it’s like to work at iHarvest with like-minded people in a superbly located modern and collaborative workspace. But be quick, as places for the free trial are limited. Date: Friday 6 September 2024 Time: 9am – 5pm Where: iHarvest Coworking, L4/301 Hampshire Road Sunshine Cost: Free | Powerful Business Resources | Copyright © Brimbank City Council, All rights reserved. For further information about this newsletter please contact the Economic Development Unit on 9249 4000 or email [email protected] For information relating to the general collection, use and disclosure of personal information by Brimbank City Council view Council's Privacy Policy. | |