Business Corangamite

14/03/2026

13/03/2026

This week as part of the Cafe Conversations visits, the Economic Development team went to Skipton. These photos are from a recent promotion, encouraging visitors to stop in Skipton. Thanks for having us Bluestone Cafe Skipton

Next week we are in Port Campbell and Simpson.

12/03/2026

Looking for your next business venture? This could be the sign you are looking for.

Prominent business, high profile location, loyal customer base… and that's only the beginning! If you've been dreaming about running your own business but don't know where to start, The Farmhouse @ 153 might just be the opportunity you've been looking for. The well-known cafe is ideally situated i...

11/03/2026

Calling on the community - you have 5 days left to nominate your local business that deserves to be recognised. Nominate them today and share some local love and support.🥰

With just 5 days to go, we’re calling on residents, customers, visitors and supporters to nominate the businesses that make a real impact in our region.

From outstanding service to innovation, sustainability, tourism or trade – every nomination helps shine a spotlight on local excellence.

Nominate now: corangamite.vic.gov.au/Awards

📌 Business wanting to self nominate? Begin your application today and submit by 30 March.

08/03/2026

In 2025, were the Corangamite Business Award winners for 'Tourism Excellence'. Do you have or know a business that deserves the 2026 award? There are 6 categories open this year, and 3 finalists are selected for each. Nominations are currently open - nominate a deserving business, it can be a local trade business, hospitality business, tourism, accommodation, ag business, recycler, collectable store, manufacturer, there are so many great businesses, let them know!
https://www.corangamite.vic.gov.au/Business/Corangamite-Business-Awards

07/03/2026

Do you have local insight on water, and are interested in sharing your knowledge and time?

Have your say on the future of water in western Victoria!
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is creating a new Western Region Sustainable Water Strategy and wants local insight to guide it.
They’re looking for people with knowledge or experience in water to join community working groups.
Your local insight will help shape plans to:
- Secure safe and reliable water supplies
- Use water more efficiently
- Protect rivers, wetlands and other important water places
What’s involved?
Working groups will meet around four to six times between now and the end of 2027. Meetings will be held in person and online so people from across the region can take part.
Expressions of interest close 16 March 2026.
Find out more: https://www.water.vic.gov.au/

07/03/2026

Have your say on the future of water in western Victoria!
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is creating a new Western Region Sustainable Water Strategy and wants local insight to guide it.
They’re looking for people with knowledge or experience in water to join community working groups.
Your local insight will help shape plans to:
- Secure safe and reliable water supplies
- Use water more efficiently
- Protect rivers, wetlands and other important water places
What’s involved?
Working groups will meet around four to six times between now and the end of 2027. Meetings will be held in person and online so people from across the region can take part.
Expressions of interest close 16 March 2026.
Find out more: https://www.water.vic.gov.au/

06/03/2026

Next week the Economic Development and Tourism team are out and about in Lismore and Skipton. Come and grab a coffee and have a chat to us, Wednesday at Full on Food, Lismore and Thursday at Bluestone Cafe Skipton. 8.30am-10.30am.

06/03/2026

Join Gardiner Foundation in Camperdown on 12 March to provide your input into farm housing options. Register below.

Are you struggling to find appropriate housing for your regional farm workers?

You are invited to a stakeholder meeting on regional housing hosted by the Gardiner Foundation on March 12 in Camperdown.
Please click on the link below to register your interest to attend the stakeholder session in Camperdown to discuss options and opportunities.
Time: 10am
Location: Killara Centre 210-212 Manifold Street Camperdown

https://gardinerfoundation.com.au/community-development/consultations-housing-accommodation/

05/03/2026

New, used, recycled, created, upcycled; we are fortunate to have some amazing retailers in Corangamite. These small business owners truly value when you spend your money locally. Welcome to tag your favorite retailer below (and nominate them for the 2026 business awards!)
HERE. Home, Style & Design Oakbrook Collectables Pombo Mart
jessfowlerart Silver Nickels Vintage Gnotuk Milk and Honey Beleaf - Garden 'n' Gifts Laffs Camperdown Volcanic Lakes and Plains

05/03/2026

Nominate your most valuable trade provider today!! We have a new category designed especially for them! Nominate them to let them know they are appreciated.

Know a great local tradie? Nominate them for our new Trade Business of the Year Award.

It’s a new category for the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards, and nominations are now open, so get in and show some love for a tradie by nominating them at corangamite.vic.gov.au/awards

The award celebrates the tradies and trade businesses whose skills, innovation and reliability keep Corangamite running.

From construction and manufacturing to electrical, plumbing, retail and specialised trades, these businesses play a vital role in building, maintaining and supporting our community.

Residents, customers, visitors and supporters can nominate up to three businesses — and self nominations are welcome.

05/03/2026

Such an inspiring event and speaker.