# Business Naturally Workshop Source: https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/business-naturally-workshop/ [Back to News](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/news) Featured News - 28 September 2026 ## Share this event Recent News ## [Card Surcharges – What You Need to Know](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/card-surcharges-what-you-need-to-know/) - September 28, 2026 ## [Changes to Award Transport Payments](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/changes-to-award-transport-payments/) - September 28, 2026 Member of the week ## Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre Inc. CONNECT | LEARN | PARTICIPATE Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre delivers a range of programs and services to improve the outcomes of people in our community by: Delivering skills and training to those experiencing socio-economic disadvantage Working with learners and partners to build pathways to further education and employment Working together to activate community and increase social connection Committed to building the capacity and strengthening the Ballarat community through community engagement, adult education, training for business and improving people’s abilities to be successful. [View Member](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/member-directory/ballarat-neighbourhood-centre-inc/) On behalf of the Bunanyung Landscape Alliance, we would like to invite you to a free, strategic two-hour workshop designed specifically for forward thinking businesses and organisations operating in the Ballarat region. The workshop is aimed at local leaders interested in driving sustainable economic growth. Tuesday, 20 October, 12.45pm for 1.00pm to 3.00pm Library Room, Lola, Hotel Provincial 121 Lydiard St North, Ballarat, VIC 3350 Join us afterwards for afternoon tea, an opportunity to network with peers and economic experts. The session will be led by Mark Eigenraam, a leading natural capital expert and economist from IDEEA Group. Mark will explore practical approaches using an economic framing to help your business navigate nature-related risks, corporate social responsibility, supply chain risks, and environmental dependencies within the unique Ballarat landscape. By attending this workshop, you will also gain valuable insights into how environmental health directly impacts business resilience, and how local enterprises can turn environmental responsibility into a strategic advantage. RSVP 16 October: As places for this workshop are strictly limited, please confirm your attendance by 16 October by emailing [bunanyunglandscapealliance@gmail.com](mailto:bunanyunglandscapealliance@gmail.com) or contacting Andrea on 0427 338 482. ## Share this event Related News Featured News - September 28, 2026 ## [Card Surcharges – What You Need to Know](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/card-surcharges-what-you-need-to-know/) From 1 October 2026, the Visa, Mastercard, American Express and eftpos card networks will introduce ‘no surcharge’ rules for businesses that accept payments made using prepaid, debit and credit cards […] [Read More](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/card-surcharges-what-you-need-to-know/) Featured News - September 28, 2026 ## [Changes to Award Transport Payments](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/changes-to-award-transport-payments/) From 1 October, award transport payments will no longer be a distinct class of payment under tax law. These payments will transition back to regular withholding arrangements and no longer […] [Read More](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/changes-to-award-transport-payments/) Our Initiatives ## B31 August Business Festival ## Biznet Breakfasts ![2026 Business Excellence Awards logo](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BEA-2026-Logo-Dark-Orange-1500x752.png) ## Business Excellence Awards ## Uncover Central Highlands ![Forage and Feast logo with shovel and fork.](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FandF-Logo-Red.png) ## Forage & Feast ## CH Growers & Producers Hub ## NextGen Collective [Learn More](https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/initiatives/)