Business Corangamite

27/02/2026

Next week we are in Derrinallum and Timboon. Grab your coffee and sit down with us. You will also see us about in the town.
8.30am to 10.30am.
Derrinallum Take-Away on Tuesday
The Fat Cow, Timboon on Thursday

25/02/2026

So many great reasons why your business should enter the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards. Nominations are open now. Nominate your own business, or nominate other local businesses that you admire. Find out more: https://www.corangamite.vic.gov.au/Business/Corangamite-Business-Awards

Last night, Luke and Mikayla had the privilege of attending and speaking at the 2026 Business Awards Launch hosted by Corangamite Shire Council in Camperdown.

After proudly winning the Future Shapers Award at the Corangamite Business Awards in 2025, it was a great opportunity to reflect on why we entered, the process involved, and the benefits that have come from it.

Entering the awards pushed us to step back, review our growth, and recognise how far we have come. The exposure, connections, and confidence gained from the experience have been incredibly valuable for our business.

A huge thank you to Corangamite Shire for the invitation and for continuing to support and celebrate all the local businesses in our region.

If you’ve been thinking about entering this year do it. Back yourself and your business 👏

21/02/2026

The Economic Development team are out and about over the next few weeks at some of your local coffee shops. Have a chat to us while you grab your coffee. We kick off this Wednesday in Cobden at the bakery and Thursday in Terang at The Little Acorn Cafe . 8.30am-10.30am.
Cobden Retailers CBN - Cobden Business Network
Terang: Small town, big heart. Corangamite Shire Council

20/02/2026

We are running the next RSA course. Places are limited. If you have staff that need to upskill, find out more or register today.

Looking to start or upskill in the hospitality industry?

Join our FREE, in person Responsible Service of Alcohol course in Camperdown, delivered by experienced trainers from Best Restaurant Training.

Participants will complete the nationally recognised unit SITHFAB021 – Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol and receive Victorian RSA accreditation through Liquor Control Victoria.

It’s on Thursday 26 March, 9.30 am to 3.30 pm at the Killara Centre.

Spots are limited and registrations are essential at tinyurl.com/RSA-CSC-Mar

20/02/2026

Nominate a local business, nominate your own business. You have until Monday 16 March for nominations, and Monday 30 March for final applications deadline. Tell your staff, tell your visitors, tell your residents, if they love your business, get nominated today! A fabulous way to celebrate. From last year's winner "I encourage all businesses to enter such a good event – recognition of your business is very rewarding'.

18/02/2026

Very excited that we have Alison Watkins AM speaking at this year's International Women's Day event. An amazing opportunity for our business community, we invite you all to come along. RSVP essential, visit Council's website and search 'IWD' to register.

17/02/2026

As part of the Economy and Prosperity team, I travelled to Port Campbell yesterday and worked from the visitor centre. It's Chinese New Year with plenty of tourists around covering lots of areas of the globe. I really enjoy popping into a Visitor Information Centre when I travel. Anyone else? Thanks Visit 12 Apostles for having me, I enjoyed the learnings (from the other side of the desk). Volcanic Lakes and Plains

17/02/2026

Nominations are open! Community members are encouraged to nominate a business also. We are launching tonight at the The Commercial Hotel for more information and to chat with Councillors and staff. RSVP here https://events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

17/02/2026

AI is changing how we work, how we run businesses, and how we stay competitive.

💻 And Victoria isn’t just keeping up; we’re setting the lead.

The government’s new AI Mission Statement sets out how we’ll do it: responsibly, ethically, and with a focus on real benefits for businesses and workers.

🖱️ For business owners, this means new tools, smarter operations, and a skilled workforce ready to embrace AI.

15/02/2026

Fabulous opportunity for all to come along and hear from Alison Watkins AM.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with a special morning tea featuring keynote speaker Alison Watkins AM.

Join us on Wednesday 4 March at 10 am at the Killara Centre, Camperdown, for this free catered event. Registrations are essential at corangamite.vic.gov.au/IWD26

Alison Watkins is a trailblazing national leader and the owner of a cropping and cattle property near Camperdown.

She has led major ASX listed companies and contributed to some of Australia’s most significant institutions, bringing together corporate vision and strong regional insight.

Listen as she shares her journey and perspectives on leadership, community and opportunity.

15/02/2026

Join us on Wednesday evening, hear from last years winners, and celebrate the The Commercial Hotel renovations. Grab your tickets link below.

Join us on Wednesday to launch the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards.

We’re hosting a free after-work gathering at Camperdown’s Commercial Hotel from 5.30 pm to officially open the nomination process.

Enjoy a relaxing time connecting with local businesses, and learn what’s new for the 2026 Business Awards, how to nominate, and help shine a spotlight on the businesses driving our region forward.

Catering will be provided along with non-alcoholic drinks. Attendees may buy their own alcoholic beverages at their own cost.

Please RSVP for catering purposes at events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

12/02/2026

Babche in Timboon received funding under the Business Assistance Scheme (BAS) - Facade Improvement for new signage and painting. We think it looks fabulous! Find out more about the BAS and contact the team today.