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Geelong Chamber of Commerce

Locality: Geelong, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5222 2234

Address: Suite 13, Level 2, 10 Moorabool Street 3220 Geelong, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/

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25.01.2022 The Secrets of Success webinar with Geelong Business Excellence Awards winners is today! Register here: http://bit.ly/meetgbeawinners2020 Meet some of our 2020 Geelong Business Excellence Awards winners in our webinar today at 2pm. During the Secrets of Success Q&A our GBEA winner panel will provide insights into their businesses, how they have transformed and what they are doing to connect with markets. We are also offering a special opportunity for you to chat directly wit...h our 2020 Award winners in small breakout groups. This is your chance to meet these GBEA winners: - Sea All Dolphin Swims - Arthur St Digital - Braille Sign Supplies - Custom Neon - Kardinia International College - The 18th Amendment Bar, Geelong - Adventure Park Geelong, Victoria - You're Gorgeous Hair & Beauty - Geelong Gallery - CentreStage Pty Ltd Please register for the virtual event before 12pm.

25.01.2022 The Chamber Board and some key partners on a tour today of Fortek, the old Ford factory, hosted by Pelligra Chairman, Ross Pelligra. It’s going to be an exciting game changer for Geelong! Special thanks to Viva Energy Australia, The Gordon, Gforce & Eco Dev Geelong for taking part. #geelongbusiness #Geelong

24.01.2022 New Year. New You. Wishing you all a splendid start to 2021. Let's get the ball rolling and get back to business. Photo by Sincerely Media

23.01.2022 Tuesday the 1st of December join employment law specialists Jordan Nichols and Deepa Travers with Harwood Andrews and Sladen Legal, in a masterclass discussing the employment law risks emerging from COVID-19. Register for the event here: https://bit.ly/gcc_empllaw As COVID-19 restrictions ease, there are a number of risks business owners and advisors need to consider. ... Key takeaways from this masterclass will be: - Temporary employment law protections for JobKeeper qualified employers end in September 2020 - how to manage these / what to be aware of - Managing stand downs and redundancies - Implementing effective contractual variations - Managing leave entitlements - Work health and safety obligations - Underpayments and wage theft This masterclass is free for chamber members $25 for non-members #masterclass #businessgeelong #employmentrisks #fairwork

22.01.2022 "We continue to push for further easing so businesses can protect the jobs of their staff and ensure our community is best placed for a big 2021" - read CEO Ben Flynn's full article 'Infrastructure, resilience ensure city's bright future'.

22.01.2022 Learn all about time management and get back an hour every day with Les Watson on the 19th of January from 10am - 11.30am. Register for the Masterclass here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//masterclass-get-back-an

22.01.2022 Our monthly business roundtable brings a small group of business leaders together over the course of 10 months to learn from another and you may just uncover high level opportunities for your business. You could be one of them! Learn more about the business roundtable here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/ment/business-round-table #geelongbusiness #businessleaders #geelongsmallbusiness #businessroundtable... Photo by fauxels

21.01.2022 How has COVID affected cash flow over the last few months and what can businesses do that feel the pinch to improve cash flow over the next months? Watch the full webinar on improving cash flow here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/webinars

21.01.2022 Free Webinar: Improving Cash-Flow and Maximizing Profits 20th of October at 2pm Join us for this informative free webinar on improving cash-flow and maximising profits. Our expert panel will discuss new and updated stimulus for businesses as well as changes to existing supports such as JobKeeper. https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//free-webinar-improving- #freewebinar #cashflow #jobkeeper #stimulus #financialadvice

19.01.2022 Thank you for the many donations that have already come through the Geelong Giving Tree. We still need your help to support local families this Christmas: https://www.mycause.com.au//24/geelong-chamber-of-commerce $10 gives a child a gift from Santa $20 gives a parent or carer a gift for themselves for the first time in years... $30 helps a family celebrate over Christmas lunch $150 helps a family buy presents for their children to open Christmas morning Your support for local families means a lot to us. #givingtree #geelong #christmasappeal #bethany

18.01.2022 We're having a highly anticipated face-to-face event! For Christmas this year we are hosting a members-only Chamber breakfast. Register for the event here: bit.ly/gcc_xmas2020 Enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the President's Room at GMHBA Stadium. This is your chance to reconnect with other members and hear from our new Platinum Partner, which will be revealed on the day. The breakfast will be in line with COVID Safe policies. Places are limited, so get in quick! Photo by Eugene Zhyvchik

17.01.2022 Are you ok? can feel like a difficult question to ask in a workplace, but if you are worried about an employee or co-worker here are some reasons why you should ask anyway: The success of every business is dependent on its people and healthy people are productive people Research suggests that working in a mentally healthy environment is the 2nd most important factor when people are looking for a job and that when workers feel supported, valued and engaged they are more ...committed to their organisation Mental ill-health is present in workplaces, whether it is seen or not workplaces that neglect mental health, lose money But, every dollar spent to improve mental health at work, can achieve a return of up to 4 dollars due to savings from workers compensation claims and improved productivity Checking in on you colleagues and staff when you notice concerning changes in their behaviour or moods is crucial to supporting wellbeing in the workplace. To learn more and to get in touch with our mental health consultant/clinician, head to https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/wellbeing/

17.01.2022 Start the year off with a productive Masterclass discussing better systems, faster execution & more profit. In our first Masterclass of the year we will learn all about time management and getting back an hour every day with Les Watson from Get More Time. The Masterclass is on the 19th of January at 10am. Register for the Masterclass here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//masterclass-get-back-an #getmoretime #masterclass #geelongbusiness #betterfastermore

17.01.2022 The Geelong Chamber is here to support local business to ensure that we all get through this together and continue to be part of a thriving Geelong community. Just like you, we've been agile in this space and taken our business support and networking opportunities online to continue to provide resources for our members. We applaud the business community for making it through these tough times, helping each other and coming out stronger and more resilient. #strongertogether #businessgeelong #geelongbusiness #businesscommunity #geelong #businessnetwork #businesssupport #supportlocal

16.01.2022 Watch Online: Masterclass on Employment Law risks emerging from COVID-19 If you've missed the Masterclass with Jordan Nichols and Deepa Travers from Harwood Andrews and Sladen Legal dedicated to the employment law risks emerging from COVID-19, then you can now watch the Masterclass on our resource page online: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//member-res/Masterclass

16.01.2022 In this month's Member in the Spotlight we hear from Jarod Mason, General Manager of Plan Group Geelong and Plan Group Project Manager James Dean. Jarod has more than 26 years’ experience in the Building and Construction Management industry. Having lived in Geelong for almost all of his entire life, he is passionate about the local region and community. James has 20 years experience working within the building and contraction industry commencing his career as an apprentice ca...rpenter. Today, James is responsible for project life-cycles from early procurement to practical completion. Plan Group is our October event sponsor and we look forward to hearing more from Jarod and James in our Cloud Connect next week. Register here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//cloud-connect-october-n #cloudconnectgeelong #geelongbusiness #businessgeelong #networking #networkingevent

16.01.2022 If you're a commercial tenant facing financial hardship due to COVID, have a look at the Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme, which has been extended to 31 December 2020: https://www.vsbc.vic.gov.au//VSBC-leasing-advice-and-scena

16.01.2022 Now online: Watch Jennifer Fry, director at WorkSafe Victoria’s WorkWell program, her colleagues and their partners from Prevention United and Give Where You Live in a masterclass dedicated to creating and promoting workplace mental health and preventing mental injury: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//member-res/Masterclass

16.01.2022 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Hope you're enjoying some well-deserved time off to recharge your batteries. Photo by Nastasya Day

15.01.2022 In an extraordinary webinar we were able to talk to Dean Person, Head of Behavioural and Industry Economics at NAB. We hear how behaviours have changed during and post lockdowns. Some of these insights are eye-opening on how adaptable we humans are. Members can watch the whole webinar here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//member-res/Masterclass

15.01.2022 Article: Top Networking Tips Get insights into the five steps to successfully network at an event, including rules of engagement, preparation and giving more to others instead of selling yourself. Written by our membership consultant and expert networker, Ryan Hall: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//5431/top-networking-tips #networking #networkingtips #businessnetworking

14.01.2022 From 5pm tonight the following restrictions will be in place in Victoria: - The limit of people gathering in the home will be reduced to 15 from 30. - Masks will be mandatory indoors. If you are planning to leave your home take a mask and it needs to be worn any time you are inside apart from when you’re eating or drinking. For more information head to https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/new-year's-eve-restricti

13.01.2022 The Geelong Chamber of Commerce is so proud of our business community and would like to thank our members for an exceptional year. We look forward to a great start to 2021 and fully immersing ourselves in business. See who you can spot in our video! Plan Group PAPPYON Piano Bar Geelong Manse Group Building Consultants... Platform Arts Geelong Performance Physio Leading Teams Barwon Coast Committee of Management Boom Jellyfish Productions BuzzPop Brands The Pier Geelong The Mik Maks Arcare Aged Care Grand Slam Physiotherapy Scott Baker - Liberty Image To Brand Corporate & Commercial Photography Elro Media Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services Eye Gallery Geelong Fruit2Work Aus Bank of Melbourne Fight Cancer Foundation EML Westend Geelong Jacaranda Industries Geelong Insurance Brokers Ket Baker Viet Rolls Geelong SC Technology Group WDEA Works LBW Business + Wealth Advisors Port Phillip Ferries Cate Bakos Property VIVA Energy Australia Aware Super Pixeld City of Greater Geelong Runway Gartland Property genU Geelong Business Excellence Awards Arthur St Digital Circa 1902 Queenscliff Geelong Young Professionals Deakin University Harwood Andrews Sea All Dolphin Swims The 18th Amendment Bar, Geelong FLAIM Trainer Kardinia International College Geelong Gallery Transport Accident Commission (TAC) See more

13.01.2022 If your business has been impacted by COVID-19 restrictions, then you may be eligible for the City of Greater Geelong’s new Business Recovery Grants. The Grants are designed to help businesses adapt, innovate and invest in their recovery. Applications are now open. Grants up to $10,000 are available for approved projects, and applications are open until Monday 30 November. Find the grant guidelines and start your application online here https://bit.ly/32gkoDY #EcoDevGeelong #geelongbusiness #geelongsmallbusiness

13.01.2022 CEO Grant Boyd talks to us about the importance of Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services for the local community, especially as we come closer to Christmas. Bethany's Christmas appeal is the Geelong Giving Tree, which due to COVID raises money for vulnerable families in our community this year. To support the Geelong Giving Tree head to http://www.geelonggivingtree.org.au/ or donate straight via our donation page here: https://www.mycause.com.au//24/geelong-chamber-of-commerce

13.01.2022 Are you a local designer, artist or producer of beautiful things? The City of Greater Geelong and UNESCO City of Design are thrilled to present CODE Souvenir Ge...elong a curated catalogue of designed in Geelong products for the tourism, retail and corporate gifts industry We’re now calling for applications from designers, creatives and producers in the G21 region to submit high quality, locally designed products to feature in the first ever CODE Souvenir Geelong catalogue. If this sounds like you, visit www.codesouvenirgeelong.com.au to find out more and submit your application. Applications are open from today, Friday 6 November until Friday 4 December. #EcoDevGeelong #codesouvenirgeelong

13.01.2022 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

12.01.2022 If you're looking into how to set up a COVIDSafe Plan for your business, look no further. All information can be found right here: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/covidsafe-plan

10.01.2022 Businesses in the North Geelong & Lara areas (or who might have employees resident in that area) are being contacted by the Department of Health & Human services to ensure business owners have a COVIDSafe Plan and understand their responsibilities to keep staff and customers safe and help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Coronavirus fragments have been detected in a wastewater sample collected from the Oyster Cove wastewater treatment plant in Corio. Residents and visitors ...to Geelong’s northern suburbs and Lara from Saturday 21 to Tuesday 23 November are urged to get tested if they have any symptoms, no matter how mild. For more information, please visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/residents-of-geelongs-northern- The result is unexpected given that there are no residents in the area known to have recently had a coronavirus (COVID-19) illness or diagnosis. Financial Support is available to help eligible workers stay home, with information on a $450 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Test Isolation Payment and the $1500 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Worker Support Payment available on the Department of Health and Human Services website: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested

10.01.2022 2021 is beginning with a bang! We'd like to thank SC Technology Group for the many years of being our Platinum Partner and are excited to go on a new journey starting a Platinum Partnership with Pixeld 2021. Here you see our CEO Ben handing over the official plaque to Pixeld managing director Nathan George.

10.01.2022 It's a lovely evening in Geelong. From 9pm to 9.30pm, the City of Greater Geelong is lighting up our beautiful city together with Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services and bay 93.9 Geelong. Turn on your Christmas lights, crack some glow sticks or shine your torch, joining homes and businesses across Greater Geelong for a moment of solidarity as we acknowledge our community's resilience and demonstrate our hope for the new year. #geelong #businessgeelong #geelongnightoflights

09.01.2022 Geelong Business Excellence Awards Celebration Song of Geelong! We are proud that our region have produced a resilient bunch of businesses with great employees behind them. At the GBEA Virtual Event we engaged with SongDivision to create a rockin' song reflecting on the presentation while having the audience's input into the style and words. Check it out! A longer version of the song will be made available soon.

09.01.2022 Join representatives from WorkSafe Victoria’s WorkWell Program and their partners from Prevention United and Give Where You Live in a masterclass dedicated to creating and promoting workplace mental health and preventing mental injury. Register for the event here: https://bit.ly/gcc_mentalhealth The masterclass will include a panel discussion featuring initiatives to address work-related factors impacting negatively on vulnerable workers, and a presentation on OHS obligations... and return to work outcomes from a Psychosocial WorkSafe Inspector perspective. Your key takeaways: - Understand work-related factors and their impact on preventing workplace mental injury - Hear first-hand experience of business leaders piloting workplace mental health initiatives - Understand OHS obligations and how to support positive return to work outcomes for mentally injured workers - Practical next steps for leaders to influence positive workplace mental health. Presenters & panel: Jennifer Fry: Director WorkWell Program, WorkSafe Victoria Meral Stibbard: WorkWell Universal Program Manager, WorkSafe Vicroria Dr Stephen Carbone: Executive Director, Prevention United Liz Everist: GROW Engagement Officer, Give Where You Live Foundation Leigh Bartlett: Regional Youth Affairs Consultant, BATforce (Barwon Adolescent Task Force) Nicole Sinosich: Senior Inspector, Psychosocial Inspectorate, WorkSafe Victoria This Masterclass is free for Chamber members. $25 for non-Members

08.01.2022 Watch the last Cloud Connect with GBEA 2020 Sustainable Business winner Kardinia International College and hear from principal Catherine Lockhart: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/member/member-resources/ #cloudconnectgeelong #kardiniainternationalcollege

08.01.2022 Free webinar on what human behaviour and data tells us about the economy next Friday at 10am. Join us for the fantastic opportunity to hear from Dean Pearson, Head of Behavioural and Industry Economics at NAB. Register here: https://bit.ly/gcc_behaviour Dean leads a team of analysts responsible for providing unique insights into consumer and business behaviour by intersecting economics, psychology and advanced data analytics. As a behavioural economist and commentator wi...th almost 30 years’ experience, he has worked to debunk the view that humans are rational, clear-thinking beings. Instead, we behave and make choices that are often illogical and based on emotion. And, if we are to truly understand the economy, it is important that we know the underlying emotional state and motives of the people who work and live within it. Dean's team is responsible for many key publications including: NAB Consumer Anxiety Index; NAB Wellbeing Index; NAB Residential and Commercial Property Survey; NAB Innovation Index; MLC Wealth Behaviour Survey; NAB Health Survey; NAB Schools Survey. Following Dean's presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions. See more

07.01.2022 Congratulations to our member Ainslee Hooper from Ainslee Hooper Consulting who’s taken out the Employment Award at the 2020 Geelong Awards for People with a Disability!

07.01.2022 Jarod Mason and James Dean from Plan Group will be sharing their story and telling us all about their current construction projects in Geelong during our next Cloud Connect on the 29th of October at 3pm. Register for our networking event here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//cloud-connect-october-n #geelongbusiness #cloudconnectgeelong #networkingevent

05.01.2022 When the Cats take on the Tigers in the grand final tomorrow Geelong fans can take advantage of gathering in growing numbers in pubs and bars. Our CEO Ben Flynn and Madison Clohesy, Restaurant Manager of The Arborist have welcomed the news that regional hospitality venues can serve more patrons both inside and outdoors, allowing a maximum of 40 people indoors and 70 people outside, subject to density limits. Read the full news article here: https://www.theage.com.au//geelong-abuzz-with-grand-final- Photo credit: Penny Stephens, The Age

05.01.2022 A real Christmas brekky! On December the 10th we invite you to enjoy a sit-down breakfast with us face to face. This is our first opportunity to get together and it is certainly cause for celebration. We will reflect on the year which has highlighted how Geelong businesses are indeed a community supporting one another, innovative and resilient. Register here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//december-celebration-be This is an exclusive members-only event with limited numbers for breakfast in the President's Room at GMHBA Stadium. Tickets are $35 + GST COVID Safe policies apply to this event

04.01.2022 We're wondering how many office plants will look this sad when everyone's back in the office after months of lockdown and the break... :D Make sure you look after yourselves and your green office friends this holiday season! #greenthumb #officeplants

03.01.2022 Our very own membership consultant Ryan Hall is an avid networker. In his Masterclass on Becoming an Active Networker he challenges you to meet 3 new people at your next (online) networking event, tells you how to pitch your business without selling anything and gives tips on how to overcome nervousness. Chamber members can watch the masterclass online in their own time here: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//member-reso/Masterclass

03.01.2022 Adroit Insurance & Risk is open for business. For all your insurance needs from business interruption through to public and product liability or cyber protection insurance head to https://adroit.com.au/. This video is part of the Geelong Chamber's open for business campaign in support of local business. If you love our initiative, please head to https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/join-now to get more information about how we support the Greater Geelong business community. #geelongisopenforbusiness #openforbusiness #geelongbusiness

02.01.2022 Last chance to donate to the Geelong Giving Tree! Support local families that are doing it tough this Christmas. Today is the last day to donate to the Geelong Giving Tree before all vouchers are handed out to participating organisations to give to families in need prior to Christmas. Let's do this, Geelong! You can donate to Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services Geelong Giving Tree through our page here: https://www.mycause.com.au//24/geelong-chamber-of-commerce

02.01.2022 We're excited for our community that third step restrictions are easing further in regional Victoria as of tomorrow: - Transport and tours may resume with limits on booking size - Live music will be allowed in outdoor bars, restaurants and cafes - Food courts can open for indoor and outdoor dining with limits on the number of customers - Indoor exercise can reopen with limits on the number of people in spaces... - Indoor pools can open for all ages up to 20 people For the full list of changes head to: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/third-step-restrictions-regiona See more

02.01.2022 Tomorrow: Join employment law specialists Jordan Nichols and Deepa Travers with Harwood Andrews and Sladen Legal, in a masterclass dedicated to the employment law risks emerging from COVID-19. This Masterclass will provide valuable information for business across all industries and sizes. Register for the event here: https://bit.ly/gcc_empllaw

02.01.2022 We're always happy to listen to our members and provide clarity around questions you may have through our access to knowledgeable contacts for your sector. We received a call from our member Archive Wine Bar who questioned if 2 hour limits applied to hospitality. We had a good chat to the Small Business Commissioner Judy O'Connell, from Victorian Small Business Commission, who confirmed with Business Victoria that hospitality can take bookings beyond 2 hours if they choose to. More information around hospitality guidelines can be found here: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-sector-guida

02.01.2022 2020 marks the 25th Anniversary of Kardinia International College and the Chamber is pleased to have the opportunity to share in this amazing success story and celebration. In our Member in the Spotlight with Kardinia International College Principal Catherine Lockhart we hear about the exceptional learning culture of the school. Catherine has been teaching for almost 30 years and is a passionate and innovative educator. Before being appointed to Kardinia, Catherine was Deputy Head for six years at Woodcroft College in Adelaide and for five years prior, she assumed the role of Dean of Students at Greensfield Community School in Dubai.

01.01.2022 In our member in the spotlight video with Barwon Water we hear from Jo Murdoch, General Manager Customers and Community who tells us how Barwon Water is investing in the future of our climate and how businesses can help monitor their water consumption. More information on https://www.barwonwater.vic.gov.au/

01.01.2022 In his Masterclass on creating a no-fluff, actionable quarterly marketing plan, Nathan George, managing director at Pixeld discusses how any business can put together a successful online marketing plan. Members can watch the Masterclass for free on our member resource page: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au//quarterly-marketing-pl/ #masterclass #onlinemarketing #marketinggameplan #businessgrowth #geelongbusiness

01.01.2022 What to look out for when producing an online event like our Geelong Business Excellence Awards? You can now watch the webinar on Conducting Online Events and hear from our expert panel Tennille from the Geelong Business Excellence Awards, Ryan from Milk Productions, Angelique from the Geelong Arts Centre and Sam from SC Productions: https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/webinars

01.01.2022 Who enjoys networking with local business people and hearing from our unique business community? This month's After 5 is brought to you by Coulter Roache and The Pier Geelong on Thursday 22nd of April at 5.30pm. Spots are filling up fast so make sure to register for the event https://www.geelongchamber.com.au/eventdeta//april-after-5 ... #after5 #networking #geelongnetworking #geelongbusiness #businessnetworking