Peel Development Commission in Mandurah, Western Australia | Government organisation

Peel Development Commission

Locality: Mandurah, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9535 4140

Address: 45 Mandurah Terrace 6210 Mandurah, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.peel.wa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 BDO, in collaboration with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD is hosting a webinar series aimed at assisting businesses to become investor ready and ensure their capital raising process is smooth and efficient. This series will benefit and support Western Australias small and medium-sized enterprises. Over the four part masterclass series, you will be guided through the key elements of becoming investor ready, along with the key considerat...ions for executing the capital raising process successfully. The series kicks off on 26 Aug and runs through to 9 Dec. For more information on each of the masterclasses and to register, follow the link; https://www.bdo.com.au//2020-bdo-investor-readiness-program

25.01.2022 Applications are now open for the Regional Events Scheme 2021-2022 - up to $1 million total funding available, including a dedicated funding pool of $150,000 for the Regional Aboriginal Events Scheme. To be eligible for either scheme, events must be held between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022, with event holders able to make a funding submission for between $5,000 and $40,000. Applications close at 5pm WST on Tuesday, December 1, 2020.... For more information or to apply, visit; http://www.tourism.wa.gov.au//pages/regional-events-scheme

25.01.2022 Are you a business owner keen to build a business plan, increase revenue and reach your target market? This FREE six-week program will give you the opportunity to explore new ideas as Eight Plus helps you to build the foundations of a great business model, with mentoring and workshops available each week. In addition to this, youll be able to grow your network as you meet with others in the same position as you. The program runs from 20th Oct to 24th Nov 2020 at The Court Ho...use in Pinjarra. For further details and to register, follow the link; https://events.humanitix.com/six-week-business-development-

24.01.2022 The Peel Business Park is a centrepiece of the Transform Peel initiative, with the potential to inject $1 billion a year into WAs economy by 2050 and it has reached its first major milestone with Stage 1 of the innovative industrial development now complete. Stage 1 construction included bulk earthworks, civil works, trunk power infrastructure and the completion of the first 10 lots in the business park.... This is a really exciting achievement especially seeing 8 of these 10 lots have been sold to local organisations and businesses including Westurn Engineering. Keep an eye out for their plans in this space ...

24.01.2022 RED Grants provide the opportunity to focus on community-led projects which will boost the regional economy, create jobs and add vibrancy to towns. By investing in a variety of regional initiatives, the State Government is helping to grow Western Australia’s regional areas into thriving and sustainable communities, and we’re thrilled with the recently announced Peel recipients for Round 3. Prime Meat Co Pty Ltd will upgrade the hot water system as part of their recommissionin...g of the Waroona abattoir. Once the abattoir commences operations, it will create up to 350 new jobs at full operating capacity and provide economic benefit for the region in a priority industry sector. Read more about the projects on the Peel Development Commission’s website; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//grants-and/red-grants-program/ And in the latest edition of the Peel magazine; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//11/Peel-Issue-6.1-20_LR-FINAL. #REDGrants #peelregion #regionaldevelopment

24.01.2022 The Dwellingup Football Club is bringing their local Aboriginal ancestry into the spotlight with their new indigenous jerseys. Designed by Boddington to Pinjarra Hotham River Country area local Roderick Collard Snr, the jerseys symbolise the clubs Aboriginal players past and present and acknowledge Dwellingups Aboriginal history. For further information please visit: https://www.mandurahmail.com.au//dwellingup-footy-club-ce/

24.01.2022 The Peninsula Bar and Restaurant In Mandurah was announced as the state's best Regional Casual Pub Dining experience at the 2020 AHA-Aon Hospitality Awards for Excellence last week. This is a great achievement for The Peninsula Mandurah and a wonderful accolade for the region. Well done and congratulations to the team.

23.01.2022 The Peel Development Commissions August e-news is out. Click the link for all the latest and if you havent already, make sure you subscribe to get the next edition straight to your inbox. August e-news:... https://mailchi.mp//peel-development-commission-e-bulletin Subscribe here; http://eepurl.com/cXEBFz

23.01.2022 16 Days in WA has motivated many communities to consider their attitudes and values, take action and create awareness of an important cause in the State. Now is the time to consider how your organisation or community group can get involved and support this initiative. Follow the link to learn more ....

23.01.2022 Did you know that this week is National Science Week? And to celebrate, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD is sharing some of their research into the potential for native flies to supplement bees as pollinators of horticulture crops. Watch the video to find out more about this fascinating work ..... https://bit.ly/31TUDZc

23.01.2022 In a world where the social fabric seems to be rapidly fraying, the economy is uncertain, and the future of the planet is at risk, is there a better way to hit the reset button than to come back to the neighbourhood level and begin to genuinely rely on one another again. (Amanda Abrams) The Power to the People 2020 Conference will take place across the City of Mandurah through a series of workshops that focus on themes such as Inclusion, Neighbour Connection, Youth, Local... Aboriginal Culture, Education and Local Sustainability. The Power to the People Conference Program, 2020 aims to create space for participants to explore how communities can strengthen and become more resilient by activating their local assets. The Program in 2020 will be interactive, unfolding across a range of venues including cafes, parks and community spaces. Click here to find out more and to register; https://bankofideas.com.au/events/power-to-the-people-2020/

22.01.2022 A week borne from a day of protest, NAIDOC Week each year reminds us of the ongoing aspirations of our communities as they continue the movement towards justice and equality. This year's theme, Always Was, Always Will Be, recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. NAIDOC Week invites all Australians to celebrate that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were Australia’s first explorers, first navigators, firs...t engineers, first farmers, first botanists, first scientists, first diplomats, first astronomers and first artists. That this county has the world’s oldest oral stories, the world’s first maps, and the earliest paintings of ceremony. Read more here; https://www.naidoc.org.au//naidoc-week-2020-brings-differe

22.01.2022 The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the announcement by the State Government for investigating expanding the Byford Rail Extension project scope to include a modern elevated rail component. Shire President Michelle Rich said the announcement by Premier Mark McGowan and Transport Minister Rita Saffioti was a step further in realising the Shire’s vision for a vibrant and connected Byford town centre. Elevated rail, including an elevated train station in Byford, has... been the Council’s preference, as adopted in our 2021 State Election Priorities and Requests Cr Rich said. The Shire has spent a lot of time working collaboratively with the Transport Minister and the Metronet team over the past 12 months and we are very pleased the McGowan Government has included this option in the Byford Rail Extension project scope. Cr Rich said an elevated train station will connect the Byford town centre and support it to grow into a vibrant city centre. Read more here; https://www.metronet.wa.gov.au/projects/byford-extension #regionaldevelopment #peelregion

22.01.2022 Responding to tenders can feel daunting ‘the meek need not apply’! But, it doesn’t have to be complex and scary. Often the tender will seek specific skills and experiences which you have and just need to articulate that in the format the client requires. In the Peel Business Mastery’s How to Prepare Tenders session, Steve from Business Advisory South West and Peel will cut away the complexity and help you build an easy, step by step process to help you rise to the challenge... of tender writing. In this session, you’ll learn; How to build a capability statement that will enable you to better showcase your business to potential new customers & clients. How to read and respond to tender requirements Developing your business: its capability and capacity Discovering new income sources How to template the process so you are better set up to apply for numerous tenders The How to Prepare Tenders session is one of 11 expert workshops designed especially for Peel businesses at the Peel Business Mastery Event a free, one-day event in Mandurah on 24 February 2021. For more information and to register, go to the Peel Business Mastery Event page at; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//peel-business-mastery-1-day-e/ #peelbusinessmastery #peeldevelopmentcommission #peelregion #peelbusiness #businessadvisory

22.01.2022 The State Governments Peel Recovery Plan will create a pipeline of jobs in the region and support the local economy. Part of the $5.5 billion WA Recovery Plan to guide WA through COVID-19 recovery, the plan for Peel includes investment in local infrastructure, schools, TAFE and community facilities, support for tourism, local manufacturing, and renewable and new technologies. This is great news for Peel with funding going toward the TAFE Hospitality and Tourism Training Cent...re, Pinjarra Senior High School, the Regional Land Booster package, upgrades at Waroona Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services, the Healthy Estuaries WA program and more. You can find the full Peel Recovery Plan as well as all information about the WA Recovery Plan by following the link; https://inthistogether.wa.gov.au/

21.01.2022 Business Plan: a document investors make you write, that they don’t read. Lean Canvas is the living plan you can work with every day. And its quick and easy. Every Business should have a plan. But we all know that any plan last until the first problem arises. Especially in modern times small businesses need an agile plan which will enable them to pivot in a planned way as barriers arise. ... In the Peel Business Mastery Event Agile Small Business Planning session, Entrepreneurship Facilitator, Kynan Bright, will introduce you to Lean Canvas. Lean Canvas is the simple one-page plan that will help you to manage your business in a planned way with a one-page plan that small businesses can keep current for their business needs. The Agile Small Business Planning session is one of 11 expert workshops designed especially for Peel businesses at the Peel Business Mastery Event a free, one-day event in Mandurah on 24 February 2021. For more information and to register, go to the Peel Business Mastery Event page at; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//peel-business-mastery-1-day-e/ #peelbusinessmastery #peeldevelopmentcommission #peelregion #peelbusiness #businessadvisory

21.01.2022 Waroona is on the move with plans for farm workers accommodation, a main street makeover and more work on Drakesbook Weir - projects that form part of the new long-term vision for Waroona. The vision for the Shire of Waroona is one that creates a sense of place and identity, embraces creativity, the natural environment and builds a strong and diverse economy. Some of the major initiatives into the future include:... Redeveloping and activating the main street of Waroona Creating agricultural workers accommodation to help stimulate the local economy and agricultural businesses Focus on increasing tourism across the Shire Develop an accessible boardwalk and beach access at Preston Beach Providing a play and recreation space at Lake Clifton Further develop the Drakesbrook Weir Work towards increasing water supply to the Shire Read more in the Mandurah Mail; https://www.mandurahmail.com.au//preston-beach-boardwalk-/

21.01.2022 If you havent already registered for tonights information evening about the Peel Growers and Makers Market, theres still time. Register via Eventbrite to meet the team driving the Growers and Makers Market project. Whether you are an interested vendor or a local business wanting to know more about the event and what it means to the town centre, join in and help spread the word. Tuesday 18 August, 5 to 6.30pm... Mataya Eatery 20 - 24 Sholl Street Mandurah, WA 6210 Tonights session will provide a tour of the venue and allocated space, update of our marketing plan and details of vendor attendance. As the markets will be a regular, ongoing event, a large attendance is anticipated through the town centre each Sunday, bringing a great opportunity for local surrounding businesses to welcome new customers and clients. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/growers-and-makers-market-i

21.01.2022 Great things are happening out at the Peel Business Park. As the centrepiece of the Transform Peel program - a 35-year visionary project creating new industries, more jobs and better food security - the Peel Business Park features the WA Food Innovation Precinct and the Bushfire Centre of Excellence. The Peel Renewable Energy Industrial Microgrid, one of the first of its kind in Australia, will harness solar energy and utilise battery storage to power the first stages of the... business park, and expand as the development grows. Watch the video here; https://youtu.be/01hRA9bROCo

20.01.2022 The $1.04 billion Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) supports the Australian Government’s commitment to drive economic growth and build stronger regional communities into the future. The Australian Government announced $200 million in the 2020-21 Budget for a fifth round of the BBRF which includes: $100 million to support tourism-related infrastructure projects which are focused on mitigating the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on a region's tourism industry. Th...e other $100 million will support regional remote Australia more broadly, by funding general infrastructure projects and community investment projects. There are two streams of funding available under the program: Infrastructure Projects Stream - The Round Five Infrastructure Projects Stream supports investment-ready projects that provide economic and social benefits for regional and remote areas. The minimum grant amount is $20,000 and the maximum amount is $10 million. https://www.business.gov.au//building-better-regions-fund- Community Investment Stream - The Round Five Community Investments Stream supports new or expanded local events, strategic regional plans or leadership and capability strengthening activities that provide economic and social benefits to regional and remote areas. The minimum grant amount is $5000 and the maximum amount is $1 million. https://www.business.gov.au//building-better-regions-fund- #peelregion #peelregionaldevelopment #regionalgrants

20.01.2022 Small Grants on Offer for Trails Related Projects Peel Trail Group has a small pool of surplus fund so is offering Grants of up to $1,000 to community trail groups operating in the local government areas of the Peel region. The Grants are for project-based applications with start and finish dates for such things as: Supporting volunteers in trail maintenance and upkeep;... Marketing and promotion of trails and trail-related events; Other trail-related activities that are conducive to the establishment, good order and high usage of designated trails within the Region. To receive a Grant Information Sheet email [email protected]. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2020. The Grants are for project-based applications with start and finish dates for such things as the age of designated trails within the Region. Image courtesy of Visit Mandurah and Russell Ord Photography

20.01.2022 Ever wondered what it would be like to promote your business within a shopping centre? Join the Peel Chamber and Mandurah Forum for the first-ever Business Expo!... The Business Expo offers a new avenue to showcase your products and services to potential customers, highlighting the quality and diversity of local businesses in the Peel Region. If you are interested in participating in this event, please follow the link to complete the expression of interest form; https://www.peelcci.com.au/businessexpo

20.01.2022 If you’re a food and beverage producer in the Peel, now’s the time to get on board with the Peel Food and Beverage Guide The Peel Food and Beverage Guide is an online publication highlighting and promoting produce unique to the Peel region. It’s the go-to place to find local producers of all shapes and sizes and it’s open for submissions now.... Inclusion in the guide is open to food beverage producers in the Peel and is 100% free of charge, thanks to the Food Industry Innovation Project by DPIRD, with each producer able to include their product range, company, and sales information. The first of its kind in Peel, the guide will help restaurants, cafes and caterers in sourcing and buying local goods such as fruit, vegetables, animal products, dairy and value-add products. To find out how to include your produce in the guide, visit www.peel.wa.gov.au/guide and fill out the form. Submissions close Friday 18th December. #peelfoodandbev #peelproduce #peelregion #regionaldevelopment

19.01.2022 The Peel Development Commission wishes all of our stakeholders, industry and community groups a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We look forward to new opportunities, continued collaboration and further progress for the region in 2021. ... Please note that the PDC office will be closed for the Christmas/New Year period from 24th Dec-8th January inclusive with only skeletal staff available for urgent enquiries between 4th-8th January on 9535 4140. The office will re-open on Monday 11th January 2021.

18.01.2022 A multitude of colours that reflect Mandurah’s vibrancy and stories will be turned into public artwork as part of the Colours of Mandurah walkway project. The footpath connecting Mandjar Square to Mandurah Ocean Marina, between Ormsby Terrace and Keith Holmes Reserve, will be painted bright exciting colours to draw pedestrians into the Marina and increase foot traffic in the area. To find out more, follow the link;... https://bit.ly/3fzQe4c See more

18.01.2022 WAs food industry plan will support recovery efforts and invest more than $40 million to grow WAs food industries and local jobs. A suite of programs has been unveiled to drive business diversification and trade opportunities, develop the aquaculture industry, and support the expansion of the premium food and beverage manufacturing industry. A key initiative is a $16.7 million four-year Food and Beverage Fund, which will drive jobs and State-wide investment through grant fu...nding to agrifood businesses for capital expansion, relocation or feasibility studies to grow local processing. The first component of the initiative kicked off with the Value Add Investment Grants - a $6.5 million investment incentive scheme which will supercharge agricultural value-adding and processing from across metropolitan and regional WA. To find out more and to apply, follow this link; https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/VAIGrants For more about the WA Recovery Plan, go to; https://inthistogether.wa.gov.au/

18.01.2022 The Peel Business Mastery Event’s Social Media session brings you a foolproof guide to making your life easier showing you how to plan and schedule your social media in 4-5 hours per month. No longer a daily chore! How often do you say to yourself I wish there was an easier way to designing content for social media or how time poor you are to remember posting at all? In this session, you’ll learn;... How to distil the key messages for your brand and use them consistently in all your communications How to plan and create content in advance Tools for managing and scheduling your content How to repurpose your content and building your content library Social media rules of thumb platforms, images & hashtags The Social Media session is one of 11 expert workshops designed especially for Peel businesses at the Peel Business Mastery Event a free, one-day event in Mandurah on 24 February 2021. For more information and to register, go to the Peel Business Mastery Event page at; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//peel-business-mastery-1-day-e/ #peelbusinessmastery #peeldevelopmentcommission #peelregion #peelbusiness #businessadvisory

17.01.2022 National NAIDOC has proudly partnered with Netflix to help highlight Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander content across the streaming service during NAIDOC Week 2020 - 8 to 15 November. Across NAIDOC Week, Netflix will 'share the mic' by pointing to Indigenous stories on Netflix, NITV/SBS, and ABC iView. These include a wide variety of award-winning TV shows, movies, documentaries, and exciting new and live content including NITV’s Big Mob Brekky and SBS/NITV’s Stand Up and... Be Counted NAIDOC Concert Special. Follow the link to find the titles being highlighted during NAIDOC Week; https://www.naidoc.org.au//netflix-partnership-highlights-

17.01.2022 Did you know that the Peel Food & Beverage Guide is open for submissions from Peel food and beverage producers? The Peel Food and Beverage Guide is an online publication highlighting and promoting produce unique to the Peel region. It’s the go-to place to find local producers of all shapes and sizes and it’s open for submissions now.... Inclusion in the guide is 100% free of charge, thanks to the Food Industry Innovation Project by DPIRD, with each producer able to include their product range, company, and sales information. The first of its kind in Peel, the guide will help restaurants, cafes and caterers in sourcing and buying local goods such as fruit, vegetables, animal products, dairy and value-add products. To find out how to include your produce in the guide, visit www.peel.wa.gov.au/guide and fill out the form.

16.01.2022 This years Homelessness Week (2 - 8 Aug) will have an emphasis on how culturally led and supported design will deliver a housing and homelessness system that empowers Aboriginal people, one that builds on cultural strength, focuses on people and provides access and choice, linking homes with wellbeing and support where and when it is needed. The system is broke, when you consider one of the most disadvantaged groups in Australia are still experiencing homelessness on the to...p of things like life expectancy issues and chronic health diseases then we have got a problem. We have a section of the community not being looked after. We need resourcing, support and collaboration to address it, this is a community issue, said Mr Gordon Cole, Chair of Noongar Mia Mia and Board Member at Shelter WA. Homelessness Week provides a platform for everyone to participate to find solutions to this which is not just an Aboriginal problem but a whole-of-community problem. Learn more about Homelessness Week here; https://www.shelterwa.org.au/the-system-is-broken-gordon-c/

16.01.2022 The Peel Business Mastery Effective Marketing session covers the what and the how to market in business today. Marketing used to be about advertising, and advertising is expensive. Today, marketing is about engaging with the tribe and delivering products and services with stories that spread. Quoted from Seth Godin’s book, TRIBES.Marketing is the act of telling stories about the things we make stories that sell and stories that spread.... In this session, you’ll learn; The 7 P’s of Marketing Steps to Marketing your business About the Digital space The Effective Marketing session is one of 11 expert workshops designed especially for Peel businesses at the Peel Business Mastery Event a free, one-day event in Mandurah on 24 February 2021. For more information and to register, go to the Peel Business Mastery Event page at; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//peel-business-mastery-1-day-e/ #peelbusinessmastery #peeldevelopmentcommission #peelregion #peelbusiness #businessadvisory

14.01.2022 Join Sue Daley and Cathy Smith for a conversation about the unique challenges women in regional areas face. Regional Business women will experience many of the same issues as their city counterparts, as well as unique regional issues. Sue Daley, the regions Renovation Expert and Educator is joined by Cathy Smith, "The Attraction Maven" at CATCO Enterprises for a conversation at the Pinjarra Golf Club delving into the unique issues faced by women in the Mandurah/Murray region.... Wednesday 23 September 2020 9:30 am 11:00 am Pinjarra Gold Club For more information and to book your ticket, follow the link; https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mandurahmurray-region-regio

14.01.2022 The Aboriginal Business Capability Building Program offers face to face and online workshops to Aboriginal businesses in the Perth, Peel, South West and Great Southern regions. These workshops are designed specifically for Aboriginal businesses, not-for-profits and individuals, and they are relevant to all business owners, regardless of where you are in your business journey. We are committed to giving you the skills that will help you take your business or idea to the next ...level. Follow the link for more information and to register for upcoming workshops; https://strongbusinessstrongcommunity.ipsau.com.au/bunuru.h

13.01.2022 Free Business Advice and Mentoring Services from some of the best business minds in Western Australia is available to support innovative Startups and SMEs affected by the COVID-19 crisis. These free practical workshops, webinars, one-on-one mentoring and professional advice sessions will provide tips to enhance digital business capability and reach to help COVID-19 affected innovative startups and SMEs from across the state to recover and grow. For details on the programs a...nd how they can best support your business, follow the link; https://www.newindustries.wa.gov.au/opportunities/XTENDWA

13.01.2022 The Peel Business Park is the centrepiece of the Transform Peel 35-year visionary program that aims to create new industries, more jobs and better food security for the Peel region. Stage 1 subdivision works at Peel Business Park are now complete and lot titles have been issued. To find out more about whats happening at Peel Business Park, click the Development Update link below;... https://bit.ly/3iOJzDC

13.01.2022 Financial Toolbox Workshops available Could you or someone you know benefit from this knowledge? All presentations are being kindly hosted by Curtin University, at the Curtin Graduate School Function room on 78 Murray St, Perth. Monday 23rd November 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Future Fun Superannuation and Investment ... Tuesday 24th November 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Money Matters - Budgeting and Tax Monday 30th November 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Protect Yourself from Accident and Illness Insurance and Wills Wednesday 2nd December 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Sticky -Tricky Life Events - Separation, Divorce and Family Law + Property Tickets are $20 for one workshop or $70 for four workshops. Below are the links to the event invites: https://events.humanitix.com/budgeting-and-taxes https://events.humanitix.com/future-fun https://events.humanitix.com/sticky-tricky-life-events https://events.humanitix.com/protect-yourself-insurance-and

12.01.2022 Tyrown Waigana is the winner of the prestigious National NAIDOC poster competition for 2020. A proud Noongar and Saibai Islander man, Tyrown’s mother’s heritage can be traced to the Wardandi people of the Noongar nations and his father’s side is Torres Strait Islander from Saibai Island. Tyrown was inspired by this year’s NAIDOC Week theme, Always Was, Always Will Be, to create the artwork, named ‘Shape of Land’.... This artwork depicts the Rainbow Serpent coming out of the Dreamtime to create this country and how we are strongly connected to it. Read more about NAIDOC Week here; https://www.naidoc.org.au//tyrown-waigana-winner-2020-naid

12.01.2022 The revamped Buy Local policy will ensure local businesses are in the box seat to carry out the work created by the Peel Recovery Plan, part of the State Governments WA Recovery Plan - a pipeline of jobs in the region and support for the local economy. There has never been a better time to learn about government tendering and quoting, improve tender submissions and avoid common mistakes so that our regional businesses can engage in short and long term jobs supporting and str...engthening our existing industries, as well as laying the foundation for jobs of the future. If youd like to learn how your business can engage in Government contracts, or perhaps youve tried and failed in winning work with Government and are not sure how to improve your chances, or if Government tendering and quoting just seems too difficult, this free workshop could be for you. Thursday 13 August, 8am to 10am Murray House Resource Centre, 14 James Street, Pinjarra WA For more information and to register, go to; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//quoting-and-tendering-for-gov/

12.01.2022 IPS Management Consultants are excited to announce the reboot of their ABCB program for 2021. They have been working with their skilled consultants, the Wirra Hub and Noongar CCI to put together a series of free workshops designed to help you take your business or idea to the next level. Each workshop will be delivered in a blended format, with in-person and virtual workshops taking place simultaneously, allowing you to attend from anywhere.... For more information and to register for the workshops, visit; https://strongbusinessstrongcommunity.ipsau.com.au/programs

11.01.2022 90 minutes from Perth. A million miles from the hustle & bustle. Take the road less travelled and discover one of WAs hidden gems. Abundant with unique flora and fauna, breathtaking landscapes and innate country charm, Marradong Country is an absolute must-do destination - the self-drive tours and create your own adventures make it something for everyone.... https://marradongtrails.com/

10.01.2022 The WA Hiking Participation Grants program is aimed at growing participation in hiking in Western Australia through the development and delivery of new opportunities for participation, skill development and/or building the capacity of leaders (including guides, instructors and volunteers). Grants between $5,000 and $25,000 are available via a competitive funding round. Applicants are encouraged to be creative and innovative in the development of their projects. Projects shoul...d align with the WA Hiking Strategy, encourage participation and capitalise on the benefits of trail running and bushwalking. For more information about applying for these grants, please follow the link; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au/wa-hiking-participation-grant-n/

08.01.2022 The upgraded skate park at Falcon Reserve has been officially opened and is attracting skaters from all over Mandurah. The upgrades are part of a plan to transform Falcon Reserve including renovations to the public toilets and change facilities at Falcon Pavilion, a new play space and upgrades to the BMX track. To find out more about the opening please visit the following link:... https://www.mandurahmail.com.au//pretty-cool-skate-park-o/ See more

08.01.2022 Rotary Club of Mandurah Districts is hosting the Capture the Peel Region Photographic Competition - entries are open until 28 September. With a focus on youth, the competition calls for images of the Peel region depicting 3 categories; people, landscape and wildlife. There is a primary school, youth and open section with the top 4 selections from each section being included in the 2021 Rotary calendar.... For further details and to enter, follow the link; https://form.jotform.com/202230581781854

07.01.2022 Calling all Peel food and beverage producers! As the Peel region is becoming more renowned for its amazing local produce, we’ll now have a way of bringing together the best of our producers to showcase their products far and wide. The Peel Food and Beverage Guide is an online publication that will highlight and promote products unique to the Peel region a single go-to place to find local producers of all shapes and sizes.... The first of its kind in Peel, the guide will help restaurants, cafes and caterers in sourcing and buying local goods such as fruit, vegetables, animal products, dairy and value-add products. Inclusion in the guide is 100% free of charge, thanks to the Food Industry Innovation Project by DPIRD, with each producer including their product range, company, and sales information. To find out how to include your produce in the guide, visit www.peel.wa.gov.au/guide and fill out the form. Submissions close Friday 18th December. #peelfoodandbev #peelproduce #peelregion #regionaldevelopment

06.01.2022 The Business landscape has changed dramatically. All levels of Government and Private Industry have had to adapt to this new environment. Join the Peel Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. to discuss the current state of the Western Australian economy, challenges facing business from the global COVID-19 pandemic, business confidence insights moving in 2021, and a facilitated Q&A forum addressing your pressing matters facing the regional business community. Tuesday 29 September... 2020 7:00 am 9:30 am Byford & Districts Country Club For more information and to register for this event, follow the link; https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/state-of-business-breakfast

05.01.2022 The Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre is now open! This is the place to go before and after hitting the adventure towns mountain bike, walk, paddle, railway, four-wheel drive and horse trails. WAs first purpose-built trails centre provides information about the area and its abundance of trials related activities, as well as Dwellingups budding arts and retail scene.... The Centre also incorporates interactive screens, a destination magazine and new, dedicated tourism website set to launch next week. With the pump track, skate park and playground also located in the precinct, all within easy walking distance of the towns main street, Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre is a resource hub for trails and adventure enthusiasts seeking quality experiences. To find out more, follow the link; https://www.murray.wa.gov.au/was-first-purpose-built-trail/

05.01.2022 The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the announcement by the State Government of the preferred location for the future Byford Train Station, as well as pre-works to remove the level crossing at Thomas Road. Shire President Michelle Rich said the finalisation of the Byford rail extension business case marked a significant milestone. The delivery of the future Byford rail extension, and a station located in the heart of the Byford, aligns with our long-term vision f...or a vibrant and connected town centre, Cr Rich said. With nearly two families moving to the Shire each day, the delivery of Byford Metronet will help connect our community to jobs and opportunities that are so important for the many young couples seeking to build their first house in Serpentine Jarrahdale." Read more here; https://www.sjshire.wa.gov.au//shire-welcomes-byford/10131

05.01.2022 SEEKING ADVENTURERS Now is the perfect time to work and wander out yonder in WA. There are lots of short and long-term jobs on offer in regional WA. Turn your dream of working in WAs top holiday destinations into a reality.... Find out more; https://www.wa.gov.au/government/work-and-wander-out-yonder

04.01.2022 Transform Peel is the regions flagship 35-year visionary project to transform the Peels economy by supporting new industries, creating more jobs, and improving food security. The Peel Business Park is a centrepiece of the Transform Peel initiative, with the potential to inject $1 billion a year into WAs economy by 2050 and it has reached its first major milestone with Stage 1 of the innovative industrial development now complete.... Stage 1 construction included bulk earthworks, civil works, trunk power infrastructure and the completion of the first 10 lots in the business park. This is a really exciting achievement especially seeing 8 of these 10 lots have been sold to local organisations and businesses including Westurn Engineering, Mandurah Glass, Bells Engines, the Shire of Murrays Western Australian Food Innovation Precinct and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Bushfire Centre of Excellence. Read more in the media statement here; https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au//Major-milestone-at- Drone footage supplied courtesy of Wormall Civil.

04.01.2022 Save the date! Peel Business Mastery 1-Day Event 24 February 2021 Mandurah Performing Arts Centre... Registrations open via Eventbrite 18 January 2021. A free, full-day event in Mandurah, the Peel Business Mastery 1-Day Event is designed especially for Peel business owners. Bringing together some of the best minds in business and government, this event presents a unique opportunity to engage with experts in a range of practical & interactive skills development sessions. The Peel Business Mastery 1-Day Event presents a series of expert workshops, presentations and one-on-one sessions providing clarity, purpose and a path forward without pitching or selling all in one place, all on one day and all completely free of charge. Offering practical, how-to guidance that businesses need to adapt to the new economic landscape, the Peel Business Mastery 1-Day Event will help you grow your business and come through COVID-19 with certainty and strength for a sustainable future. Supporting Peel small businesses as a significant driver in our regional economy, the Peel Development Commission and the Small Business Advisory Service South West & Peel are proudly hosting the Peel Business Mastery 1-Day Event registrations open 18 January 2021. https://www.peel.wa.gov.au//save-the-date-peel-business-m/

03.01.2022 Have you reached a point where future growth of your business requires external funding? Being investor ready isnt just about being able to attract external funding. Its being nimble enough to take advantage of potential opportunities and navigate your way through the capital raising process as smoothly as possible. To guide WA businesses through this process, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has collaborated with BDO on a series of masterclas...ses, starting with Masterclass 1: Maximising your value on Wednesday 26th August. For more information and to register, follow the link ... https://www.bdo.com.au//2020-bdo-investor-readiness-program

03.01.2022 Curious to see what the Bushfire Centre of Excellence will look like? Watch this fly-through video to find out more about the Centre - the first of its kind in WA, and located in the Shire of Murray. Its designed it to be a learning hub thats accessible to all bushfire management stakeholders. The purpose-built facility will provide high-level training for WAs bush firefighters and other emergency service personnel by harnessing lessons learned and promoting the best from ...academia, science and Aboriginal traditional land practices. Part of the Transform Peel initiative to create new industries and more jobs in the Peel, construction is underway on this innovative facility that will help us all work together to improve bushfire management. https://youtu.be/yn_JNnRQz4I To find out more about Transform Peel, click here; https://www.peel.wa.gov.au/transformpeel/

03.01.2022 Few WA businesses have escaped the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, now that we are emerging on the other side, the focus is on recovery. The PIVOT program is a new initiative for WA small business owners aiming to support you and your business by generating a new mindset, a spirit of optimism, and provides practical help as you focus on the future and new opportunities for your business. Weve heard a lot about pivoting and finding innovative ways to develop new p...roducts and services for new markets. The PIVOT program builds on this concept to develop a positive, resilient approach to the future. PIVOT stands for: P Persist (keep on going) I Invent (discover new ways of doing things) V Viewpoint (maintain your optimism) O Opportunity (they are everywhere and ready to be taken) T Timing (the importance of planning and reviewing) This is a Small Business Development Corporation WA program, funded by the State Governments Recovery Plan. For more information, follow the link ... https://www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au//refocus-your-business

03.01.2022 Wirra Hub assists the Indigenous business sector in WA to thrive by providing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people wanting to start, grow or sustain their businesses and their pop-up regional hub is coming to Mandurah this Thursday 26 August. Offering in-house business coaching plus direct access to independent, professional support Wirra Hub aims to inspire and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to build their business capability and cultivate competitive and resilient businesses. Follow the link to find out more and to register ...

02.01.2022 The Value Add Investment Grants is a $6.5 million state-wide program to support investment and expansion opportunities for the Western Australian food, beverage and value add processing industry. The grants are a key component of the State Governments $16.7 million four-year Food and Beverage Fund, which aims to stimulate growth and support economic recovery from COVID-19. The incentive scheme is targeted at value-adding businesses with high growth potential from across regi...onal and metropolitan Western Australia. It supports businesses looking to invest in new projects or expansion opportunities to build competitiveness and grow their operations. For more information and to apply, follow the link; https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/VAIGrants

01.01.2022 Would you like to learn more about how local businesses can participate in government contracting opportunities? There are still spaces available for Mondays event ... The WA Industry Link Regional Communication Forum in Pinjarra is a chance to learn about policies that support local businesses including an update on the Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy (WAIPS), the Buy Local Policy and available grants such as the Local Capability Fund. You will also hear ...from state government agencies about how to access upcoming projects in the Peel region and will be able to speak to decision-makers first-hand. Monday 7 September 2020 4:30 pm 7:00 pm Pinjarra Golf Club Sutton Street Pinjarra, WA 6208 This is a free event, but registration is essential via the following link; https://bit.ly/355C7jW

01.01.2022 Come along and support this exciting new initiative!