| With tax time approaching, now’s the perfect time to organise your records for your 2024–25 return. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) offers a range of tools, resources, and services to help small business owners get their tax and super obligations right. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind this year. |
Changes to Liquor Licensing Permits |
| From 1 July 2025, new liquor licence applications will no longer require a planning permit. However, your venue may still need planning approval for other uses. We recommend contacting Council’s Planning Department to confirm any specific requirements. For more information, click here. |
ATO Small Business Masterclasses |
| The Australian Taxation Office is hosting free masterclasses for small businesses covering GST, cash flow, and tax deductions. You will have an opportunity to ask questions, speak with experienced tax officers, and get practical advice tailored to your business needs. |
Business Link Meetup - July! |
| Join us for a free, fun-filled morning of networking that promises to be a game-changer for your business connections. This isn't just another meetup – it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, and connect in ways you've never imagined. |
| Secure your spot now! Light refreshments will be served. Date: Tuesday 1 July 2025
Time: 7-8.30am
Where: Mt Derrimut Golf and Community Club
Cost: Free |
Brimank Business Export Survey |
| World trade is rapidly evolving, creating new opportunities for Brimbank-based manufacturing enterprises. Council’s Economic Development Unit seeks to better understand the export-ready capability of local manufacturers to help identify these opportunities. |
| If you are an export-ready manufacturer, please complete this five-minute capability survey outlining your capacity, products and services and the markets you are targeting. This information will help Council's Economic Development Unit in the development of any future export support programs. Responses will be treated as confidential and only used for the survey purpose. For further enquiries, please email us at ecodev@brimbank.vic.gov.au |
Business Development Program |
| Join these low-cost business development workshops to set your business up for success in 2025. JULY Stop Spinning Your Wheels – Start Growing Strategically |
| Tired of marketing guesswork that wastes time and money? This hands-on workshop gives you a clear action plan for real, sustainable growth – no big budget needed. Date: Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 6-8pm
Where: iHarvest Coworking, Sunshine 301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine
Cost: $20 Register here |
| If you are interested in supplying Council with goods and services, register as a supplier with Council’s eProcure to receive tender and quotation opportunities direct to your inbox.
Registration is free. For more information or to register, click here.
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Powerful Business Resources |
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