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25.01.2022 Another amazing year for GROW - a huge thank you to all our supporters! Read more about our achievements on the website bit.ly/2CVelWo We wish everyone a very merry festive season, and a wonderful 2018 - and looking forward to lots more GROWing with you!

24.01.2022 One of the aims of GROW is to better understand the lived experience of long-term job seekers, and in this video Genee Marks provides insights from our Action Research. https://youtu.be/6uUGPdvcXUw

24.01.2022 A big welcome to our newest GROW signatories, receiving their certificates at last nights Give Where You Live Foundation Annual General Meeting: Fully Promoted Geelong, Norris Construction Group, Aeon Technology Services Pty Ltd, Creative Geelong, Barwon Disability Resource Council, Daily Food Co., Aus Eco Solutions and Patrick Rowan & Associates. We also welcome Bunjil Energy, CCP Group, DiDi, Essential EM&ES, GeelongPort, PonyUp for Good, Rendine Constructions Pty Ltd, Scaada Group Services, Scrap Solutions and TandemVox pty ltd - bringing the total number of signatories to 100 (and still GROWing!).

22.01.2022 The GROW Network is an extraordinary resource a group of amazing individuals, organisations and businesses, with diverse business skills, experience and expertise all founded on strong community values. There is no better time than now to put all of that to good use and lean in to the GROW Network colleagues for support, advice and connection. We are also open to any ideas or suggestions for how the GROW team can assist, please contact us. And to start with, how about these 10 ideas from Dr Ingrid Burkett at the Yunus Centre?

22.01.2022 It has been wonderful spending the morning in Colac today sharing GROW with local business leaders. Working together to build local job opportunities and building the local economy

19.01.2022 The Give Where You Live Foundation & G21 Geelong Region Alliance are proud to announce GROW has won a prestigious acknowledgement at Victorian Leadership in the Public Sector awards. GROW was named winner of the policy development category at the Institute of Public Administration Australia IPAA Victoria awards in Melbourne last night. IPAA CEO David Ali said GROW was an excellent project, which pushed boundaries and demonstrates what success in public administration looks like

18.01.2022 At the GROW Compact Action Network last Friday we heard from GROW compact signatories Barwon Health, Barwon Water, City of Greater Geelong and Barwon Asset Solutions about their supportive traineeship programs, and Barwon Water, Localised and ArcBlue discussed practical strategies for local social procurement. Thanks to everyone for their contributions, and fantastic practical insights!

17.01.2022 Great to see Compact Signatory PonyUp for Good in todays Geelong Advertiser discussing their programs aimed to deliver employment and social outcomes across the G21 region

16.01.2022 On Thursday, 2 May, GROW signatories and partners celebrated the 2019 GROW Report Card, held at the new Baptcare Coasthaven Community facility in Norlane. Our 3rd report revealed there are now 110 Compact Signatories (72 with action plans) providing 112 jobs and 20 employment pathways to job seekers from GROW target communities. Please refer to the 2019 Report Card here: bit.ly/grow-rc2019 Richard Marles MP (Member for Corio) also announced that a Shorten Labor Government, if elected, will deliver $2 million to the GROW initiative. Welcome to our 10 new Compact Signatories (below)!

16.01.2022 Thanks to all who attended our GROW summit last week, helping us review our progress during the Start-Up Phase and suggest priorities moving forward. Click here for more information and a short video bit.ly/2SHcigd

15.01.2022 Great success for GROW Compact Signatories at last nights Geelong Business Excellence Awards! Congratulations to Barwon Water, Bendigo Bank, genU and of course Give Where You Live Foundation.

13.01.2022 On May 3, around 100 GROW partners and signatories attended the 2018 GROW Report Card Event at Eastern Hub Geelong to celebrate GROWs achievements. See our progress for 2016/17 here - bit.ly/growg21

12.01.2022 Find out more about our communities - GROW data placemats are now online http://bit.ly/2ORViGY

12.01.2022 A sneak peek at some filming for our GROW Report Card event on May 3. Thanks Chris from Corio Waste Management! Looking forward to seeing everyone there... Please RSVP here: bit.ly/2nMzE6d

12.01.2022 Thanks to the GROW Compact signatories - City of Greater Geelong, Barwon Water, BTS Business Technology Specialists, Bethany Community Support and Shakespeare Salary Packaging Specialists who have posted projects in Localised so far, increasing our project tally to 17! But we need 83 more projects to reach our target! Wed like to encourage all organisations who are committed to supporting local business to use the power of their purchasing to help our community, by posting a project on Localised. For help posting your project/s, get in touch with Theo p. 0424 620 366 e. [email protected]

11.01.2022 What does it mean to be a part of GROW G21? Aaron Cole from Josie's Transport Group explains: We joined GROW to keep the fantastic name that Josie’s has in the local community, keep that identity, be part of Geelong and support local business. All our team know that you first look for a business in Geelong. It may not always be available but they know that you have to start by checking out Geelong businesses first." Read more about Aaron and Josie’s Transport here https://grow.g21.com.au/2020/08/good-news-story We will be sharing new stories from GROW signatories on a regular basis, contact the team if you’d like to tell us your GROW good news story. #grow #buylocal #geelongcommunity

11.01.2022 Norris Construction Group are a local family owned and operated Civil Construction company with over 220 staff. They told us: "What has happened since joining GROW in 2018 is how quickly and efficiently weve been able to make connections. This has led to a range of outcomes including job carving, enabling employment of young people with barriers to work. We have looked at social enterprises and changed our spending habits. We are now part of a collective approach to creating more inclusive working environments that supports diverse employees." Read more here: https://grow.g21.com.au/2020/08/good-news-story-2. Do you have a good news story about GROW? GROW good news story. #grow #buylocal #geelongcommunity #BeInclusive

11.01.2022 Great meeting with Jaala Pulford MP, Christine Couzens MP and our fantastic GROW signatories Barwon Water, Avalon Airport, Etheridge Cleaning & Maintenance Services, Hamlan Homes talking about local employment.

11.01.2022 We now have 10 (TEN!) compact action plans published on the GROW website - a huge thank you to these wonderful GROW signatories who have committed to a range of individual actions, all contributing to GROWs objectives: Aus Pits Avalon Airport Brand Bureau BTS Business Technology Specialists... Corio Waste Management Pty Ltd Faggs Mitre 10 G21 Geelong Region Alliance Geelong Chamber of Commerce Geelong Manufacturing Council Give Where You Live Foundation Check out their action plans here: bit.ly/2Asv96a

09.01.2022 Follow these links to current information and resources to support our communities in these unprecedented times. If you have a suggestion please contact [email protected] Support for Businesses: https://trello.com/b/ettAbDh3 Support for Individuals: https://trello.com/b/Oo2HHcjJ Support for Community Services: https://trello.com/b/Zk7s0GAp

09.01.2022 Our 100 days are nearly up! Have you got a project for Localised? It is not too late...

08.01.2022 Cant wait for our first Report Card Event tomorrow - looking forward to sharing the GROW stories! See you at the Novotel Geelong at 1 pm... (And thanks to GSDM Marketing for the beautiful artwork)

08.01.2022 It was great to be part of the Localised event last week focusing on how local business can get involved in supporting our community!

08.01.2022 What does it mean to be a part of GROW G21? Aaron Cole from Josies Transport Group explains: We joined GROW to keep the fantastic name that Josies has in the local community, keep that identity, be part of Geelong and support local business. All our team know that you first look for a business in Geelong. It may not always be available but they know that you have to start by checking out Geelong businesses first." Read more about Aaron and Josies Transport here https://grow.g21.com.au/2020/08/good-news-story We will be sharing new stories from GROW signatories on a regular basis, contact the team if youd like to tell us your GROW good news story. #grow #buylocal #geelongcommunity

08.01.2022 The voices of GROW - thank you to our GROW partners, offering opportunities for jobs which change lives: bit.ly/2s2Dg8a

07.01.2022 Only ten days to go for the Localised and GROW Target 100 - we urgently need your projects on Localised - starting the countdown NOW!

07.01.2022 Give Where You Live Foundation is thrilled to announce the GeelongPort is the 100th GROW Signatory organisation committed to our regional collective action to grow job opportunities in the G21 region, especially in the most disadvantaged places. Read more here bit.ly/2qMEqD8

07.01.2022 Thank you to all our GROW Compact Signatories, working hard on their Compact Action Plans to reflect their commitment to GROW and ensure their involvement is both meaningful and measureable. Read more about creative GROW Compact Action Planning here...http://bit.ly/2vNuLRF

07.01.2022 Thanks Norlane Community Initiatives, GROW signatory and generally just a great bunch of people.

06.01.2022 Find out more about this urgent proposal from Give Where You Live Foundation and Donkey Wheel House here https://bit.ly/2Jcfmyk

05.01.2022 Seasons Greetings to all our GROW signatories, partners and supporters! Read about our 2018 highlights, with thanks for your contributions. What achievements will 2019 bring?!

04.01.2022 GROW and our partner Localised, G21 regions online supplier platform, are launching Target 100 100 projects in 100 days at the Localised-GROW Meetup. We are encouraging all organisations who are committed to supporting local businesses and suppliers, to post a project on Localised. Buying local contributes to the economic prosperity of the Geelong region. You can also use the power of your buying to change the community we live in, to make a social impact.... What a great way to promote your business as a champion of our local economy and expand your networks. To learn more, join us at the Target 100 launch on July 14 and if you would like to discuss posting a project, please contact Theo Williams at Localised p. 0424 620 366 e. [email protected]

03.01.2022 Great to hear Anne OBrien, Director of GROW talk to today about the importance of local and social procurement at todays #Target100 Localised event

02.01.2022 Here are some of the key websites for your reference (thanks to GROW Gippsland) Federal Government: https://www.business.gov.au//Coronavirus-information-and-s https://www.business.gov.au//what-support-is-available-to-... Victorian State Government: https://www.victorianchamber.com.au//covid-19-coronavirus- https://global.vic.gov.au/impact-of-coronavirus-on-your-bus https://www.business.vic.gov.au//coronavirus-business-supp# Economic Development Australia: https://www.edaustralia.com.au/ec/coronavirus-recovery-hub/

02.01.2022 TARGET 100 PROJECTS NEEDED! Were a third of the way through the 100 days of our campaign and have some catching up to do to reach 100 projects. We need more GROW supporters to identify ANY future opportunity(s) that can be posted in Localised This includes any projects or needs you have coming up in the next 12-18 months that you can let suppliers know about. We want your procurements both large and small. Think infrastructure, building and civil works, graphic design, we...b development, professional services, commercial facilities management, IT purchasing, logistics and trades services. Letting local suppliers know of your upcoming projects is a great way to leverage your spending by helping local suppliers build capacity, compliance and competitiveness. It is simple. All you have to do is call Theo Williams at Localised to discuss your projects and he will list them in Localised for you: phone 0424 620 366 or email [email protected]

01.01.2022 GROW held its inaugural Report Card Event to tell the region about the wonderful achievements of the GROW partners, and to launch the Regional Dashboard (now on the GROW website).

01.01.2022 The City of Greater Geelong, through the Geelong Business Support website, is offering free free consulting for businesses impacted by COVID-19 - click here to register: https://geelongbusinesssupport.com.au/