Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Colac, Victoria | Business service

Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Locality: Colac, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5219 3901

Address: 87 Bromfield Street 3250 Colac, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.colacchamber.com.au

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25.01.2022 Hear from some of the 2020 Geelong Business Excellence Awards winners tomorrow, 10 Nov at 2pm! Our friends at the Geelong Chamber of Commerce is hosting a GBEA winner panel to provide insights into their businesses, how they have transformed and what they are doing to connect with markets. See their post below for more info: https://www.facebook.com/geelongchamber/posts/2134130583385326

25.01.2022 Colacs Big Night In Abbey Hayes from Murnanes Country Fresh Meats is encouraging shoppers to pick up local produce this Saturday in time to tune in to Colac...s Big Night In. Whether youre cooking up a meal using fresh, local ingredients or youre purchasing a ready-made takeaway meal, small businesses are excited ahead of the weekends event. What will you be eating this Saturday night?

25.01.2022 You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which could change their life. Get the free guide at www.ruok.org.au or follow R U OK Day

25.01.2022 Applications for the Vic Government’s third round of the Business Support Fund program close at 11.59pm TONIGHT. One-off grants of $10,000-$20,000 are available to support eligible small and medium sized businesses in specific sectors impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions. Click here for more info: https://www.business.vic.gov.au//b/business-support-fund-3

25.01.2022 As we move towards stage 3 restrictions, we also move towards driving down the number of COVID-19 cases across the Colac and district. Follow the guidelines, su...pport one another and as a community we will beat COVID-19! We have got this Colac, together lets get back to NNE. #LetsGetBackToNone

23.01.2022 Businesses if you received the initial cash flow boost you will automatically receive an additional cash flow boost when you lodge your Business Activity Statement for June and September 2020. For more information: www.ato.gov.au//Business-activity-statements-(BAS)/In-deta

23.01.2022 Piano Bar will be live-streaming tonight from 7:30 for Colac Area Health Foundation! Starring Kate Daley, Andy Pobjoy & Joss Russell! We will be taking donation...s to raise funds for a Syringe Driver at a cost of $2,500. It is used to administer small quantities of medication to very sick patients during this covid time. www.mycause.com.au/page/231697/covid19-fundraiser Tune in via the Piano Bar Colac or Mix FM - Facebook pages from 7:30pm this Saturday!

22.01.2022 Just a reminder businesses - entries close at 5pm www.akaday.com.au

22.01.2022 Colac and district businesses are invited to join a webinar to launch the "Together We Are Colac Otway" Buy Local campaign on Wednesday 20 January. The Colac Otway Shire Council webinar will guide you through the wide range of promotional materials available and how to incorporate them into your business's channels. We're proud to be a partner in this exciting Buy Local initiative, alongside the Apollo Bay chamber. Let's get behind Colac Otway! ... #colacotwaylocals Register for the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_SOuS0hmzS_eyHYYizbLtZg

21.01.2022 If you volunteer at a Not for Profit, this could be a handy little Grant for your organisation.

21.01.2022 A great opportunity for emerging women leaders in agriculture! If you need help in applying, reach out & we will do our best to help you.

21.01.2022 Don’t forget to support Shop Small Saturday

21.01.2022 Get ready to make a big impact by shopping small and shopping locally this Saturday! We're looking forward to seeing our streets abuzz with retail activity tomorrow!! https://www.facebook.com/events/693985924586144

20.01.2022 Colacs Big Night In

19.01.2022 This morning the Federal Government announced that hundreds of thousands more Victorians will be eligible for the JobKeeper payments

19.01.2022 Have you left your Christmas shopping til the last minute? There are still two shopping days left until A "K" A Day entries close on Wednesday night. By making the simple choice to shop locally, you could win $1,000! https://www.mixx1063.com.au/win/aka-day/

18.01.2022 If you are expecting a 30% downturn in August but havent been eligible previously did you know you can still apply? https://www.ato.gov.au/general/jobkeeper-payment/

16.01.2022 - - Today is R U OK Day. Which, Ill be honest, feels a little different this year. Mainly because I think that after the last 6 months, none of... us are really OK. Were all struggling, be it in different ways. So, today, I ask you to try and put a smile on someones face. The smallest gesture may in fact be the biggest thing to someone who needs it. See more

16.01.2022 Heres a great local initiative whose message is about how we can all directly help and support each other within our own neighbourhoods.

16.01.2022 Nows the time where we need to step up as a community and look after eachother. In times like this, we need to remember the virus is the enemy, not those who contract it. Be Kind, Keep Colac Safe

16.01.2022 Starting the week with wellness. Some quick tips on taking care of your self.

15.01.2022 Stage 3 restrictions begin 11:59pm Wednesday, heres what it means for Regional Victorians.

15.01.2022 South West TAFE is offering this FREE accredited short course in Infection Control to employed workers in customer-facing roles. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others. Infection Control Skill Set (Food Handling) (HLTSS00066) (Retail) (HLTSS00065) https://www.swtafe.edu.au/infection-control-in-the-workpla/

14.01.2022 It is arguably the most important time in recent history for our communities to be supporting every local business. So we've joined forces with 3CS/Mixx1063, Colac Otway Shire Council and Corangamite Shire Council to deliver an exciting new Shop Local initiative - A "K" A Day! Go to www.akaday.com.au to sign your business up to this FREE promotion now! Registrations close on Thursday.

14.01.2022 We love living in Colac Otway Shire. Remember, by shopping locally you’re helping support all those things you love too. #colacotwaylocals Colac Otway Shire Council

13.01.2022 From the announcements made today: - The third round of the Business Support Fund will see around 75,000 eligible businesses with payrolls up to $10 million receive grants of $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000 depending on their size. - Victorias hospitality businesses; bars, restaurants, pubs, clubs, hotels and reception centres will be eligible for the Licenced Venue Fund, with grants of between $10,000 and $30,000 for licenced venues of all shapes and sizes.... https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/supporting-victorian-busines

12.01.2022 Sending support to our Australian Lamb Company neighbours.

12.01.2022 More time spent at home and a lack of social and physical connection can conjure up feelings of loneliness and exclusion. Its important we stay connected with the people we care about.

12.01.2022 COVID-19 has affected several of our local workplaces, which have all taken decisive and effective action to protect their staff, customers and businesses. Tomorrow night, leaders from AKD, ALC, Colac Motor Group, SLM Law and Bulla will host a Q&A session via zoom to share their experiences preventing and/or managing positive cases. It will initially be an interactive opportunity with both a quick overview followed by a Q&A session. Were all in this together - so please join... us to keep Colac Otway safe. DAY: This Thursday 30 July TIME: 6pm COST: Free See more

12.01.2022 Yesterday ABC had a 1 hour special on COLAC, featuring our local businesses, tune in here: [https://www.abc.net.au//the/the-conversation-hour/12485372](https://www.abc.net.au//the/the-conversation-hour/12485372)

11.01.2022 With Level 3 restrictions have you assessed if you are now eligible for Jobkeeper for the first time in August? Registrations close the 31st

11.01.2022 Dont forget about Colac Big Night In! Order some takeaway or fresh produce and support Colac!

10.01.2022 Helpful hints working from home with little ones, god luv em.

10.01.2022 An evening to support local food businesses

09.01.2022 The Piano Bar is hosting a night to fundraise for Colac Area Health Foundation. Colac Area Health staff are doing an amazing job in these testing times and need help to purchase life-saving equipment: A Syringe Driver - used in Urgent Care to administer small amounts of medication. Required for Covid patients - Cost $2,300... Upgrade the Patient Call Bell System in Acute - Cost $4,580

09.01.2022 Win A "K" A Day just by shopping locally! A Buy Local initiative brought to you by the CDCCI, 3CS/MixxFM, Colac Otway Shire Council and Corangamite Shire Council. Entries close on 23 December 2020.

08.01.2022 Help keep our region amazing - buy local and support Colac Otway! #colacotwaylocals

07.01.2022 Fantastic news for businesses - regional Victoria is taking another step on Thursday - hospitality - predominantly outdoor, group limit of 10 and density limits - retail - all open, hairdressing and beauty services where a face covering can be worn for the duration of service - real estate - private inspections by appointment only, auctions outdoors subject to gathering limits shopping - no person limits... - travel within Victoria - allowed across all areas in the Third Step - entertainment - outdoor venues and events open, subject to pre-approved plans - accommodation - open, with caps per the social bubble https://www.vic.gov.au/third-step-coronavirus-road-to-recov

07.01.2022 Great reminder for Colac Businesses

07.01.2022 The State Government has a new program to help small businesses trial and implement digital tools to improve their day-to-day operations, with rebates of $1200. Through the Small Business Digital Adaptation Program, businesses can start using a new product or restore access to a lapsed product. You could even use it to add a shop to your current website. Read more: https://www.business.vic.gov.au//Small-Business-Digital-Ad

07.01.2022 Colac is facing its biggest challenge yet. Each and every one of us all has a role to play. Lets Get Colac Back To None!

06.01.2022 It's time to start shopping in Colac & district for your chance to win a share of $20,000! Entries to A "K" A Day open today. Find out which shops are participating and plan your Christmas shopping now by heading here: https://www.mixx1063.com.au/win/aka-day/ This promotion is brought to you by the Colac Chamber, 3CS/Mixx1063, Colac Otway Shire Council and Corangamite Shire Council

06.01.2022 A new local business has just been launched! GT Consulting Services provides; management programs, workplace training & assessment, professional coaching, strategy & business planning, professional workshop facilitation & expertise in grant applications. GT Consulting Services is a proud Chamber Member. p.s. Their Ad is just what we need to end this week!

05.01.2022 Some ideas to help keep trading whilst we work together to keep our community healthy & our businesses going.

04.01.2022 This Saturday we're encouraging locals to #shopsmall in Colac and district! Please share this event far and wide to help us spread the word!

04.01.2022 ! Do you run a business in Colac Otway Shire or Corangamite Shire? Sign up to this FREE buy local initiative put together by CDCCI, 3CS/Mixx1063, Colac Otway Shire Council and Corangamite Shire Council - where $1000 will be given away to a lucky local each day, just for making the simple decision to shop locally! ... Head to www.akaday.com.au to register your business before Thursday 19 November at 5pm.

03.01.2022 Looking for a last-minute gift that's also good for mental health? Chamber member Let's Talk Colac Otway is selling their 2021 calendar as a fundraiser to help them bring presentations to the community that will break down stigma and ensure our locals know how to support one another and get the help they need. The calendars are $20 each and can be ordered via their social media page or email to [email protected]

03.01.2022 Are you a local business in the Colac Otway Shire Council and Corangamite Shire Council? Register NOW for your Christmas promotion, completely FREE! We've teame...d up with both shires and the Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry to keep locals shopping local in the lead up to Christmas! We'll be giving away $1000 a day over 20 weekdays, a total prize pool of $20,000. You could win a GRAND just for making the decision to support a local business! Register your business now at http://www.akaday.com.au/ by Thursday November 19 to be an entry point!

03.01.2022 There's only two days to go until the Buy Local campaign launch! Colac & district business owners can get involved with the launch webinar on Wednesday 20 January at 10.30am, by registering at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_SOuS0hmzS_eyHYYizbLtZg The Colac Otway Shire Council webinar will introduce you to the Buy Local digital media kit and demonstrate how you can use it to promote your business during the campaign.

02.01.2022 Im sure many businesses have been waiting to hear the announcements today! From 11:59pm 13 September 2020, some restrictions will be eased across Victoria: - Childcare is open to all children - Schools return to onsite learning from Term 4 - Restaurants and cafes open for takeaway and delivery only... - Retail: open, with density and other restrictions. - Hairdressing open https://www.vic.gov.au/restrictions-roadmap-regional-victor

02.01.2022 Are you a sole trader in Colac and district? The Sole Trader Support Fund's application deadline has been extended to 30 December 2020 - the fund assists sole traders with grants of $3,000 to help with overhead costs and getting back to COVID normal. Read more: https://www.business.vic.gov.au///sole-trader-support-fund

02.01.2022 Calling emerging female rural leaders!

01.01.2022 Heres a great new promotion to help reinvigorate our town. Led by our fantastic retail store owners, this is your opportunity to celebrate the easing of regional COVID-19 restrictions with a show of support for Colac. Celebrate our town and its diverse range of stores on this day and really, just enjoy a day out.

01.01.2022 Businesses have you applied for the $5000 Business Support Fund expansion Grant? Heres the criteria: operate a business in regional Victoria be a participant in JobKeeper ... employ people be registered with WorkSafe on 30 June 2020 be registered for GST as at 30 June 2020 hold an ABN be registered with the responsible Federal or State regulator. If you need help applying please let us know! https://www.business.vic.gov.au//bus/business-support-fund