Events

This 90-minute breakfast workshop helps business owners, managers, and HR professionals understand and manage psychosocial risks in the workplace. Focusing on practical solutions rather than theory, participants will learn how to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective controls. Attendees will gain simple tools, actionable strategies, and confidence to improve workplace culture, communication, and psychological safety—enabling them to proactively address […]

Discover practical ways to grow your business and explore opportunities you may not have considered. In this workshop, innovator and VitalLeads Pro co-founder, A/Prof Venki Balasubramanian Appiah, shares grounded insights on expanding operations, developing new income streams, and overcoming common barriers to growth. He will also introduce FORGE, a 14-week program featuring 36 hours of interactive classes that supports local […]

The Victorian Government’s Small Business Bus is a "travelling office on wheels" operated by Business Victoria. It tours regional Victoria, offering small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs free, face-to-face 45-minute mentoring sessions, financial counseling, and wellbeing support. Presented by Business Victoria  

This session will help improve your Xero knowledge and get you comfortable using additional features within your software. Topics to be covered include: Automating bank reconciliations, creating and using bank rules, getting the most out of your reports, using tracking categories, storing and attaching documents, knowing your customer history, and simplifying payments. Questions are also welcome, with a light breakfast provided.    Register via email […]

An introduction to reducing energy use and lowering costs. Learn how to measure your organisation’s energy emissions, identify quick wins to cut expenses, and understand the costs and potential savings of larger efficiency upgrades.  Presented by City of Ballarat 

Enjoy a relaxed morning coffee or tea designed to spark conversation, build confidence, and strengthen connections among Ballarat’s business women. Whether you’re running your own venture, leading a team, working for a local business or exploring new opportunities, this is your chance to swap insights, share experiences, and expand your network in a warm, welcoming space.  Grab a cuppa, meet like‑minded women, and leave feeling inspired, supported, […]

Learn how to make informed decisions to protect your business and personal assets in this practical session, with lunch provided, led by Worrells insolvency experts. Explore real case studies to understand how business structures impact liability, identify financial risks, and recognise early warning signs. Ideal for business owners and advisors at any stage, this session offers valuable insights to strengthen your foundations and includes a one-hour CPD […]