Round up your colleagues, mates and fellow business people and join NextGen as we head along to the Itinerant Spirits EOFY Drinks! NextGen is designed for people in their 20s and 30s across all industries, connecting Ballarat’s emerging business community. Whether you are flying solo, building a business, climbing the career ladder or just keen […]
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and other tools explained in plain English Want to learn more about AI, but do not know where to start? Want to use AI in your business, work or community group, but feel unsure which tools are worth your time? Curious about how to use AI safely and practically in everyday life? […]
Commerce Ballarat, in partnership with BROSH (Ballarat Regional Occupational Safety and Health) group, is pleased to present a special BizNet Breakfast featuring guest speaker Tracey Browne, a nationally recognised leader in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policy. With extensive experience influencing WHS strategy and national policy discussions, Tracey brings a practical and informed perspective on the […]
A business leadership discussion on growth, resilience and the future of technology. Join us for a practical discussion on the trends shaping today's business landscape, from AI and cyber security to productivity, risk management, and operational resilience. Hear from industry experts, gain real-world insights, and discover how technology can support growth, improve efficiency, and reduce […]
Come and be a part of the 2026 Finalist Announcement, celebrating the businesses selected as finalists for the 2026 Federation University Commerce Ballarat Business Excellence Awards.
The Ballarat Jobs & Training Expo 2026 is one of regional Victoria's leading careers and workforce events, connecting students, job seekers, career changers and the wider community with employers, training providers and industry leaders. The Expo aims to improve awareness of local employment and training opportunities while helping businesses build the workforce they need. The […]
AI is coming fast, but your skills and human connection will continue to be at the centre of meaningful work This Session includes a light lunch. AI is transforming hiring practices and the workplace, but it isn’t replacing what makes people valuable. Jobs are shifting as routine work is automated but human strengths like communication, […]
From 3pm, join judges and pie connoisseurs Tim Bone (MasterChef Australia contestant), Alejandro Saravia (acclaimed Melbourne chef) Kara Monssen (Herald Sun food and wine editor) and Richard Cornish (food writer) for a slice of the fun and witness the winners being crowned. And throughout August, cast your vote for the People's Choice Pie to be in the running to win a […]
This August, the Western Renewables Link (WRL) project will host a series of free Meet the Builder Events in Melton, Creswick, Stawell and Lexton. WRL is committed to creating opportunities for local businesses across the seven local government areas along the project route to participate in project delivery. Regional suppliers, Traditional Owner and First Nations […]
Join us for the August Biznet Breakfast as two leading Ballarat entrepreneurs share their business journeys. David Young, Managing Director of Petstock, will discuss the company’s growth from a single local store to a major trans‑Tasman retailer with hundreds of sites. Leigh Edward, CEO of Ferndale Foods Australia, will share insights into expanding a family‑owned manufacturer into a national supplier and global […]
