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SUMMARY:#BallBEA Gala Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of glitz and glamour to celebrate the Ballarat business community in style!  \n\nThe countdown is on for Ballarat’s biggest business party of the year\, where the winners of the Federation University Commerce Ballarat Business Excellence Awards will be announced!\n\n\nThis isn’t another boring business dinner\, it’s the ultimate networking opportunity and a night of unforgettable fun.\n\n\nSlip into your best attire\, grab your partners\, friends\, and colleagues\, and prepare for a fantastic evening full of dancing\, mingling\, and celebrating our incredible local business community.\n\n\nTicket price includes: all-inclusive drinks and food during the Gala Dinner\, entertainment and access to the onsite afterparty.\n\nWhy not bring the team and book a table of 10!
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/ballbea-gala-night/
LOCATION:Mercure Ballarat\, 613 Main Road\, Golden Point\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T090000
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SUMMARY:Tender Together: Winning Local Work as a Business Community
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses miss out on tenders\, not because they can’t do the work\, but because they’re unsure where to start. Whether it’s cleaning contracts\, road works\, admin support\, or joint ventures\, these jobs are open to businesses of all sizes and sectors. \nAt this session\, you’ll hear from procurement insiders\, successful suppliers\, and support experts about what really matters in a winning bid. Plus\, we’re launching the Tender Toolkit\, a new\, practical resource packed with checklists\, templates\, and tools to help you get tender-ready. \nIf you’ve applied once and given up\, or never tried at all\, this is your chance to re-enter the game with the right support behind you. \nSupported by the City of Ballarat
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/tender-together-winning-local-work-as-a-business-community/
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T123000
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UID:8964-1756211400-1756216800@www.commerceballarat.com.au
SUMMARY:Committee for Ballarat's Annual Economic Update: Beyond the Budget
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive insights and predictions from Bendigo Bank’s Chief Economist\, David Robertson \nStep beyond the headlines and into a data-rich economic forecast designed for business decision-makers. \nJoin Bendigo Bank’s Chief Economist and Head of Economic and Market Research\, David Robertson\, as he provides expert analysis of the current economic landscape — and what lies ahead. This insightful session will unpack: \n\nThe key takeaways from the State and Federal budgets\nGlobal economic trends and how they influence our region\nForecasts for interest rates\, inflation\, employment and investment\nWhat local businesses should expect — and prepare for — in the year ahead\n\nWhether you’re in business\, government or community leadership\, this briefing will give you the clarity and context you need to make smarter strategic decisions in 2025 and beyond. \nTickets include a light lunch.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/economic-update/
LOCATION:The Grand\, 203 Dana St\, Ballarat Central
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T170000
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SUMMARY:Retail Leasing Essentials - Presented by BJT Legal
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stacey Grose and Tynan Haintz of BJT Legal\, this session will guide landlords\, tenants\, and agents through the essentials of retail leasing. Learn about common pitfalls\, key lease terms\, negotiation strategies\, and recent legislative updates. Whether you’re new to leasing or managing multiple properties\, this practical session will give you the knowledge to approach retail leasing with confidence. Includes time for Q&A.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/retail-leasing-essentials/
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T130000
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SUMMARY:Building Better Business
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for years\, the decisions you make around structure\, cash flow\, compliance\, and risk can have long-lasting consequences — good or bad. \nThis practical session is designed to highlight the avoidable traps that increase the financial risks to being in business\, like risking the family home in the event a business is not ultimately successful. From their experience as insolvency experts at Worrells will draw on real case studies to explore how business structures impacts liability\, why financial risk can expose personal and family assets\, and what to do when the warning signs start to appear. \nThis practical session is ideal for business owners\, advisors\, and anyone looking to strengthen the foundations of a business at any stage of the journey. \nThe session includes a complimentary light lunch\, and a 1 hour CPD Certificate.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/building-better-business/
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250829T080000
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SUMMARY:Bush Summit
DESCRIPTION:The National Bush Summit spans across six regional locations in Australia\, including Western Australia\, South Australia\, Queensland\, New South Wales\, Victoria and for the first time\, Northern Territory. Returning in 2025\, regional and rural business owners\, community leaders and industry heads are encouraged to register for a series of Bush Summit events in August. \nJoin us as we address the challenges and find the solutions to improve the lives of all those living in regional Australia.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/bush-summit/
CATEGORIES:Past
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SUMMARY:Industry Tour at Kilderkin Distillery
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an exclusive and informative industry tour of Kilderkin Distillery\, including the production area where the globally awarded Larrikin gins and Goldfields Single Malt Whisky are crafted. \nEnjoy sample tastings drawn from different stages during production\, followed by samples of the final gin\, liqueur and whisky products. At the conclusion all participants are welcome to stay and soak up the warm\, welcoming atmosphere of Kilderkin Distillery’s bar\, housed in a refurbished warehouse. Drinks and light meals available at bar prices.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/industry-tour-at-kilderkin-distillery-2/
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251013T073000
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SUMMARY:Farmer Resilience and Community Connection Days
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to upskill your working dog? Or chat with CFA\, SES\, or VicPol about how to keep your farm safe?\nJoin the City of Ballarat for Farmer Resilience and Community Connection Days hosted by the City of Ballarat. \nBreakfast from 7:30am\, followed by presentations and a Q&A on Farm Safety. \nWorking Dog School: 12 lucky dog and handler pairs will train with Gary White\, internationally renowned for his working dog expertise! \nAll sessions are FREE!
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/farmer-resilience-and-community-connection-days/
CATEGORIES:Past
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SUMMARY:Forage & Feast Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Forage & Feast Launch Event November 11th! \nThis evening event marks the official unveiling of the 2026 Forage & Feast Festival Program—a curated celebration of regional dining\, storytelling\, and seasonal experiences across the Central Highlands running from Jan 12 – Feb 15. You’ll get a first look at the venues\, producers\, and events featured in the campaign\, alongside a showcase of food and drink from across the region and members of the Central Highlands Growers & Producers Hub. We look forward to welcoming you both to our event and to new discoveries.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/forage-feast-launch/
LOCATION:Ballarat Goods Shed\, 200 Lydiard Street North\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T171500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T193000
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SUMMARY:NextGen? Next Bar
DESCRIPTION:To round out a year of learning\, hard work\, and growth\, NextGen Collective is hosting an end-of-year bar crawl! The journey will feature Hop Temple\, Aunty Jacks\, and Grainery Lane with a free drink at each venue included in your ticket.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/nextgen-next-bar/
CATEGORIES:Past
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251202T070000
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UID:7618-1764658800-1764666000@www.commerceballarat.com.au
SUMMARY:December Biznet Breakfast 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us this festive season for the final Biznet of the year\, and to raise money for those struggling this Christmas with Ballarat Foundation.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/december-biznet-breakfast-2025/
CATEGORIES:Past
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SUMMARY:Organisations\, Employers\, and Businesses Engagement Session Option 2 | City of Ballarat's Next Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (2026-30)
DESCRIPTION:About the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan \nWe’re seeking feedback from you to help us create the next Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (2026-2030). This is our 4-year Plan to make Ballarat a more inclusive and accessible community for everyone. \nThis Plan will drive Council’s work over the next four years through improvements to Ballarat City Council buildings and public spaces\, services\, employment\, events\, and programs. \nEvent Details \nWhen: Wednesday 4 March at 12:00pm – 2:00pm \nWhere: Djila-tjarriu Community Hub\, 18 Donegal Drive\, Alfredton \nWhat to expect \nThis session will be a 2-hour focused and interactive workshop focusing on the following: \nPractical ideas for how the City of Ballarat can improve access and inclusion within it’s role and responsibilities \nBarriers for people living with disability in the Ballarat \nWhat is working well for people living with disability in Ballarat \nWhy your input matters \nWe’re seeking input from organisations\, services\, businesses\, employers\, and community groups to help us shape the next Plan. \nYou bring important perspectives and insights through your work\, experience and relationships with people living with disability\, carers\, and the wider community. Hearing from you will ensure our Plan: \nReflects current and emerging community needs \nLeverages current and future opportunities to improve access and inclusion across the City. \nAligns actions with services and organisations across the City. \nStrengthens collaboration and shared goals across service \, business and employment sectors. \nWhy do we need a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan? \n1 in 6 people in the Ballarat community live with a disability\, higher than the Regional Victorian average. Ballarat also has a higher rate of people living with profound or severe disability than Greater Victoria. \nPeople with disability are more likely to experience discrimination and exclusion\, leading to poorer individual health and social outcomes. \nWhen communities are accessible and inclusive\, everyone benefits from the diverse skills\, talents\, and contributions that people living with disability bring.
URL:https://www.commerceballarat.com.au/event/organisations-employers-and-businesses-engagement-session-option-2-city-of-ballarats-next-disability-access-and-inclusion-plan-2026-30/
CATEGORIES:Past
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