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SUMMARY:Submitting Decision Ready Employer Nominations & Visa Applications
DESCRIPTION:Lodging complete applications with the Department will provide a more streamlined process and will assist with delays in decision making for both employer nominations and visa applications.\nIf you do not provide all required information at lodgement\, your application may be delayed or decided based on the information available at the time of decision. \nThis webinar is targeted to Australian business employers with the aim to improve the quality of employer nominations and visa applications lodged for the following visa programs:\n• Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa\n• Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) visa\, and\n• Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) (subclass 494) visa \nThe session will include practical guidelines to help employers prepare and submit complete applications\, including:\n• Global visa processing times\n• Skilled visa processing priorities\n• Type of information and documents required by the Department\n• Checklists and resources available to assist employers to lodge complete applications\n• Useful tips to avoid oversights and pit falls
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/submitting-decision-ready-employer-nominations-visa-applications/
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SUMMARY:June Biznet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our June Biznet BINGO! Not your usual Biznet Breakfast\, expect plenty of conversations and opportunities to connect with other business people. \nIf you find networking hard this is for you and if you love networking this is for you too! \nWe’ve got some incredible advertising packages up for grabs in including a $2000 3BA & Power FM advertising package\, 3 x Half Pages Ballarat Times News Group and $1\,000 WIN TV Advertising voucher.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/june-biznet-breakfast-2/
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SUMMARY:Business Success Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Business Essentials – Small business planning with a focus on managing in volatile environments and effective taxation strategies. \nThe workshop will provide practical and sustainable approaches for use in a dynamic environment. \nThe workshop will be delivered by Federation University academics:- \n\nDr Christine Peacock – Senior Lecturer\, Law\nDr Helen Song-Turner – Senior Lecturer\, Marketing
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/business-success-seminar/
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SUMMARY:Reaching Ballarat/ Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung with Pride - Pride Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Achieving genuine LGBTQ+ inclusion in regional workplaces remains a significant and multifaceted challenge\, as highlighted by feedback from both employers and employees\, along with the latest insights from the Australian Workplace Equality Index. \nJoin us on Thursday 4 June for a program that features sessions on capability building\, networking\, best practice sharing and emerging research. \nFEDERATION UNIVERSITY – THURSDAY 4th JUNE 2026 – Federation TAFE SMB Ballarat\, Building A\, Lydiard Street South\, Ballarat VIC \n• Regional LGBTQ+ Data Presentation\n• Morning Tea\n• Trans Awareness Training\n• Empowering Allies Workshop\n• Afternoon Tea\n• Panel Event
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/reaching-ballarat-wadawurrung-and-dja-dja-wurrung-with-pride-pride-diversity/
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SUMMARY:Excellence Under Pressure: Hospitality Industry Chat
DESCRIPTION:In challenging times\, the hospitality industry is defined not only by resilience\, but by the ability to deliver exceptional service and uncompromising quality when it matters most. This event brings together industry leaders\, innovators\, and hospitality professionals for an insightful panel discussion focused on navigating uncertainty\, elevating guest experiences\, and maintaining high standards under pressure. Through shared experiences and practical strategies\, the conversation will explore how outstanding service\, strong leadership\, and a commitment to quality can help businesses adapt\, grow\, and create lasting customer trust even in the most demanding environments. \n\nPanel will be facilitated by:  \nRichard Cornish\, an award-winning food writer whose work explores where food comes from\, how it gets to us and why some foods taste better than others. Richard is passionate about local produce and telling the stories of the growers and makers who bring food to our tables. \nPanellists: \nDan Cronin – The Western Hotel\, Councillor Western Victoria Division AHA \nAlicia Linley – formerly Mitchell Harris Wine\, Chair BIFB \nIrene Begini – Carbonis Restaurant\, Catering and Next Door \nSimon Coghlan – The Buninyong Hotel
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/excellence-under-pressure-hospitality-industry-chat/
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SUMMARY:Practical Workplace Training: Investigations\, Psychosocial Risk & Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Join HR Legal Partner\, Dan Feldman and Yarra Risk Management Director\, Terry Solier\, for an informative in-person session. \nThis practical in-person workshop is designed to help employers navigate two of the most complex and high-risk areas of workplace compliance: workplace investigations and psychosocial risk. \nParticipants will gain practical guidance on managing investigations\, understanding psychosocial safety obligations\, and reducing legal\, regulatory\, and WorkCover risk in real workplace scenarios. \nFREE! Morning Tea Included
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/practical-workplace-training-investigations-psychosocial-risk-compliance/
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SUMMARY:July Biznet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come soon…
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SUMMARY:August Biznet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come soon…
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SUMMARY:Small Business Road Show as part of the B31 August Business Festival
DESCRIPTION:Council of Small Business Organisations Australia in partnership with the Commerce Ballarat brings you the COSBOA Ballarat Roadshow. \nAgenda: \n\nSmall Business PEAK Industrial Relations Workshop\nNetworking Lunch\n\n\nThe COSBOA Roadshow is embarking on a national tour\, offering a specialised program tailored to the unique needs of small businesses. This program focusses on industrial relations changes\, addressing the most pressing concerns for small business owners and their employees. \nThe Industrial Relations program will provide insights into the latest developments in employment law\, workplace relations\, and HR best practices. Topics may include \n\nUpcoming payday super changes\nNavigating modern awards\nEnterprise bargaining\nWorkplace health and safety\nManaging employee disputes\n\nBy attending this program\, small business owners and HR professionals will gain a deeper understanding of their obligations and responsibilities\, enabling them to create a more productive\, compliant\, and harmonious work environment. \nBy participating in the COSBOA Roadshow\, attendees will have the opportunity to: \n\nNetwork with other small business owners and industry experts\nAsk questions and seek advice on specific challenges\nStay up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in industrial relations and cybersecurity\nEnhance their knowledge and skills\, enabling them to make informed decisions and drive business success\n\nThe COSBOA Roadshow is an invaluable resource for small businesses looking to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complexities of today’s fast-paced business landscape. \nLunch included. \n 
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SUMMARY:September Biznet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come soon…
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/september-biznet-breakfast-2/
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SUMMARY:October Biznet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come soon…
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/october-biznet-breakfast-2/
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SUMMARY:December Biznet Breakfast
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