Commerce Ballarat

Tourism Midwest Victoria Deaf Awareness Training for Tourism and Hospitality
2025-02-17 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Cost: Free
In preparation for Sovereign Hill’s Auslan Day event, Tourism Midwest Victoria has partnered with Darren and Briana Beath from Auslan in the West to offer Deaf Awareness Training for local tourism and hospitality teams. This hands-on workshop will empower front-of-house staff to better serve deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors.
This is a fantastic opportunity for your team to:
• Gain valuable insights on effective communication strategies with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
• Learn cultural sensitivity and best practices for providing excellent service to deaf customers.
• Help ensure your business offers a welcoming and positive experience for visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Your staff will learn about:
• Deaf culture and community
• Communication techniques for interacting with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals
• Technology used by deaf and hard of hearing people to aid communication
• How to book an Auslan Interpreter
• Basic Auslan signs including the alphabet, numbers, greetings, drinks/food, and key visitor service phrases
How to register:
Complete the ticket order form with staff names and contact details. You’ll receive a confirmation email with your tickets.
Don’t miss this chance to make your business more inclusive and welcoming!

Drive Thru Tradie Network Breakfast
2025-02-14 09:00 - 09:30 | Lake Wendouree, Windmill Drive, Lake Wendouree, Victoria, VIC, Australia
Bright and early on February 14th, we are hosting a Drive Thru Tradie Network Breakfast! Come and join us down by Lake Wendouree to discuss the serious issues surrounding mental health and ways to offer support, resources, or just a willing ear. Swing through to grab a free Bacon & Egg Roll and Coffee!
This event is held in partnership with Hayme’s Paint and Ballarat Men’s Mental Health, as well as in support of Delaney Troon. Delaney is a young local taking a stand for mental health awareness by running 21 kilometres a day for 21 days, starting February 9. This challenge aims to raise $210,000 for Ballarat Men’s Mental Health, a wonderful charity focused on improving mental health support for men in the region, where suicide rates are alarmingly high. Join the fight for better mental health today!

Get Ready to GROW - 6 Week Program
2025-02-05 08:00 - 17:00
Unlock Your Business Potential with the “Get Ready to Grow” 6-Week Program!
Do you need to allocate time to work ON your business instead of IN your business?
The Sharing Shed Get Ready to Grow 6-week Program is here to help you assess, build, and thrive!
Whether have just started out or looking to scale, this program is for YOU!
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the confidence and knowledge to grow your business.
What You’ll Get:
▶️ A Plan on a Page
▶️ 12-month Roadmap
▶️ Expert guidance from seasoned business mentors.
▶️ Networking with like-minded entrepreneurs.
▶️ Practical tools & resources to implement right away.
How it Works:
▶️ The program is ran as a hybrid with some in person sessions and others online via ZOOM
▶️ Program commences Wednesday 5th February 2025
▶️ Program concludes Wednesday 12th March 2025
▶️ 1-on-1 mentoring for an hour each week – times to be agreed with each participant
▶️Group session every Wednesday from 5pm to 6pm via zoom
NEW YEAR SPECIAL OFFER – 50% Off!
$250.00 per person (+gst)
Limited spots available! Apply now and start your journey towards business success

February Biznet Breakfast
2025-02-04 07:00 - 08:30 | Sovereign Hill, Bradshaw St, Golden Point, Victoria, 3350, Australia
A celebration of migration, food, and community awaits you at this special Biznet Breakfast! Our host for the event, acclaimed food writer Richard Cornish, will guide us through the inspiring stories of:
– Bishal Khanal (Sede Café) – A fusion of Nepalese heritage and local Indigenous ingredients.
– Gilava Pour (Exotic Bazaar) – Bold Middle Eastern flavors transforming Aussie cuisine.
– Mara Ripani (Village Dreaming) – Sustainability and tradition in every bite.
As part of Forage & Feast: A Taste of Summer in the Central Highlands, this event is sure to delight food lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.

Trades - Quick & Dirty Finance Check Webinar
2025-01-30 08:00 - 17:00
Do you actually know how your business is tracking when it comes to Wages, COGS, Operating Expenses, and Net Profit? Or are you just winging it and hoping for the best?
If you’re guessing instead of knowing, it’s time to stop rolling the dice with your business and join us for The Quick & Dirty Tradie Business Finance Check on Jan 30 at 1:00 PM AEDT.
Here’s what we’ll do:
Tailored feedback on YOUR business numbers (yep, it’s specific to your trade and size).
Break down wages, COGS, operating expenses, and net profit like the pros do.
Actionable fixes to stop the cash bleed and make your numbers WORK.
This isn’t some boring finance chat—it’s straight-up, practical advice that’ll give you the clarity you need to grow your business. And the best part? You’ll leave with real steps to take action immediately.
Contact: manager@ladieswithtradies.com | Phone: 0409565729
