Events


Melton Trader Talk
July
14

Melton Trader Talk

  • Melton Library & Learning Hub, Café CommuniTea (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have a question for police regarding safety?

Local Police and Council welcome local business owners to connect at our Melton Trader Talk, an opportunity to discuss what issues are important for your business and precinct.

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Neurodiversity in the Community – Staff
Apr
4

Neurodiversity in the Community – Staff

Many employees are neurodivergent, yet workplaces often lack the awareness and support needed to help them thrive. Join Aisling Smith, an award-winning neuro-inclusion expert, for an insightful webinar on fostering a neuroinclusive workplace. Learn how neurodivergence presents in employees, the challenges they may face, and practical steps to create an environment that benefits both staff and business growth.

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Building Effective Marketing Strategies for your Business
Mar
28

Building Effective Marketing Strategies for your Business

Join us for an insightful workshop on crafting a powerful marketing strategy that drives real business growth.

This session will cover essential components of a successful marketing plan, common pitfalls to avoid, and the importance of strategic planning. Whether you're developing a new strategy or refining an existing one, you'll gain practical insights and tools to enhance your marketing efforts.

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Neurodiversity in the Community – Customers
Mar
21

Neurodiversity in the Community – Customers

Join us for a workshop on Neuroinclusive design which isn’t just for fancy flagship stores and big-name retailers. It’s for everyone—local businesses, small-town shops, and service-based businesses like doctors, dentists, and solicitors. Whether you run a butcher shop, a bakery, or a boutique, neuroinclusion matters. Every business is different, just like every neurodivergent individual.

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AI for Business Workshop
Feb
26

AI for Business Workshop

Unlock the Power of AI for Your Business!

Join us for the AI for Business Workshop, where you'll gain a practical understanding of how AI can drive innovation, efficiency, and growth in your business.  Led by Simon Kriss, Australia's leading voice on AI in Customer Experience (CX).

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The Australian Made Advantage Webinar
July
19

The Australian Made Advantage Webinar

This webinar was recorded and is available for viewing via the Online Tutorials webpage.

Join the Australian Made team in this webinar exclusive to Melton City Council as they provide insight into what it means to use the logo and the numerous advantages it can provide your business.

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Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop
Feb
23

Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop

Venture Melton in collaboration with Business Victoria and Monarch Institute are offering this Social Media and Content Marketing Workshop to provide guidance to businesses in reaching customers, by creating compelling marketing content for social media.

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Other Training Opportunities

The Online Tutorials page includes access to previously delivered webinars that can be viewed at anytime.

TRAINING: Business Skills Mentoring Program - EOIs Open

Key Dates: Friday 27 March 2026 - EOIs Close

The Victorian Government is giving small businesses the confidence to invest, expand and innovate, through a Business Skills Mentoring program. The Business Skills Mentoring program will provide up to 1,000 eligible small business owners with 3 one-hour mentoring sessions to be used within 3 months.

Expressions of Interest (EOIs) opened on Thursday 6 November 2025 and will close 5pm Friday 27 March 2026, or earlier if places are filled.

Before submitting an Expression of interest, please read all the information, including the program guidelines located here.

WEBINAR: She Built This: Empowering women through IP

Location: Online Date: 10 December 2025 Time: 12.30pm

You’ve built your dream business, but do you truly own it? Women founders are less likely than men to trademark and protect their brands. This must change.

Join IP Australia experts and Janae Henkel, founder of Little Harvesters, in the She Built This virtual panel to learn trademark basics, including:

  • Risks of not protecting your brand

  • When and what to trademark first

  • Affordable, easy trademarking steps

  • Real stories from women who faced challenges

Whether new or experienced, this session will help you protect your business with confidence. For more information or, to register click here.

WEBINAR: Employee’s guide to the FWO’s tools and resources

Location: Online Date: 20 January 2026 at 11:00am Course Duration: 30 mins


Join us to discover how our free resources can support you at work. This webinar will guide you through how to find tailored information and use our tools with confidence. It’s a practical session designed to help employees access support.. For more information and to register, visit here.

WEBINAR: Employer’s guide to the FWO website’s tools and resources

Location: Online Date: 22 January 2026 at 11:00am Course Duration: 30 mins


Join us to learn how our free resources can support your business or workplace. This webinar will guide you through finding tailored information and using our tools with confidence. It’s a practical session designed to help you access support. For more information and to register, visit here.

TRAINING: Presented by Business Victoria

Location: Online Date: Self paced Courses & webinars

Short courses, online events and resources from the state’s top education providers and industry experts to help you upskill and run your business better. For more information and to register, visit here.

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