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SUMMARY:Mainstreet Australia Castlemaine Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mainstreet Australia Conference 2022 is being held at Castlemaine’s Phee Broadway Theatre on Aug 4\, bringing together organisations and individuals committed to the success and survival of main streets and town centres\, for education\, inspiration & connection. \n2022’s theme is ‘From Adversity to Opportunity’\, highlighting that\, even after such a challenging time as COVID\, we are able to extract learnings and ideas and use these for the continued survival of our main streets\, and the small businesses that populate them. \nSee full schedule for both the regional (Castlemaine) conference and the metro (Melbourne) conference. Ticket price includes morning tea\, lunch\, afternoon tea and post-conference networking event\, including first drink and nibbles. \nThe Castlemaine conference also offers an option of speed networking or a walking tour of the Main Street. PLUS\, Business Mount Alexander are offering a FREE epicurean tour of Castlemaine’s Mill precinct on Fri\, Aug 5 from 8am – 11am.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/mainstreet-australia-castlemaine-conference/
LOCATION:Phee Broadway Castlemaine\, Mechanics Lane\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220628T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220628T100000
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting - 20/21
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to last year’s COVID disruptions and lockdowns\, we did not host a 2020-2021 Annual General Meeting.\n\nWe’re making good on this oversight by having a very routine\, run of the mill AGM on Tuesday\, 28th June where we will accept the financial report for the 2020-2021 year. It is the intention of the current committee to renominate at this AGM. The Annual General Meeting will be held at St Florian cafe on Tuesday\, 28th June at 9am. Please RSVP to gen@businessmountalexander.org.au if you are planning to attend.\n\nWe will follow this up with a fully fledged 2021-2022 AGM and social networking event on Thursday 18th August. Join us from 5.30pm at the Maurocco Bar at the Midland Hotel\, Templeton Street\, Castlemaine. A further invitation / event notification will follow.\n\nWe apologise for the delay in hosting our 2020-2021 AGM and trust you understand that this was resultant from COVID disruptions. If any member has any concerns whatsoever\, please do not hesitate to email gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/annual-general-meeting-20-21/
LOCATION:St Florians\, Templeton Street\, Castlemaine
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220516T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220522T170000
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SUMMARY:Main Streets of Australia Week | 16 - 22 May
DESCRIPTION:Even before COVID\, many main streets were struggling and\, in some cases\, dying\, for reasons beyond their control; the introduction of internet shopping and development of shopping centres both came as a huge blow. \nWith more than 2 million small businesses in Australia\, and many of these on our main streets\, they do an enormous amount for the community. We need to support them\, to ensure their survival\, so they can continue to: \n• provide a huge number of jobs to those that rely on local or flexible work\,\n• create local spending\,\n• support local causes and charities\, as well as sporting groups and schools\n• provide a place for the elderly or vulnerable to find their fit in the community\,\n• build connection and provide safe spaces\, and\n• allow a huge number of families to stay financially afloat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 2022\, Mainstreet Australia\, in partnership with Mainstreet SA & Town Team Movement\, and with the support of Zeller\, are launching a national campaign celebrating all that main streets and town centres provide to the community. \nThe message will be impossible to ignore as these streets\, and the businesses within them\, will all be sharing this message at the same time; from May 16 – May 22 aka Main Streets of Australia Week. \nBusiness Mount Alexander will distribute posters for displaying in your shop front and social media content to share – and help remind people the importance of supporting local businesses by shopping in your main street!
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/main-streets-of-australia-week-16-22-may/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220421T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220421T190000
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SUMMARY:Workspace Australia Networking Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Meet the BMA Committee and hear the latest news impacting our local business community at Workspace Australia Networking event. An opportunity to socialise with other businesses at the Halford Street business hub over drinks and nibbles. RSVP gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/workspace-australia-networking-drinks/
LOCATION:Workspace Australia\, 1 Halford Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220216T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T035253Z
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SUMMARY:Castlemaine Fringe 'Creative Connections'
DESCRIPTION:Business Mount Alexander will be launching it’s newest project showcasing the economic value of our local creative industries at this Castlemaine Fringe Creative Community Connection event!!\n\n\nFully catered with complimentary drinks on arrival and entertainment from MaCapella Singers and Milla Dance.\n\n\nHear from Merryn Tinkler\, Council’s new Manager of Culture and Economy who will be speaking about her decades of involvement in arts leadership roles.\n\n\nPlus The Fringe Thing will be conducting their AGM\, so find out how you can get involved in the 2023 Fringe Festival.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/castlemaine-fringe-creative-connections/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220202T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220202T190000
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SUMMARY:Drinks at The Guildford Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for BMA Social Drinks at the Guildford Family Hotel. Meet the new owners – Megan and Tom\, and find out what’s in store for 2022\, 5.30pm to 7.30pm.\nDinner options available.\nRSVP: gen@businessmountalexander.org.au\nPlease note that this event will take place with strict COVID regulations in place.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/drinks-at-the-guildford-hotel/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211217T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20211125T012219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T014034Z
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SUMMARY:Late Night Shopping
DESCRIPTION:BMA is excited to support retailers by hosting two late-night shopping events: on Friday 10th and Friday 17th December. Traders are being encouraged to remain open until 8pm on both these days to maximise the increased customers in town. \nBMA have partnered with Council to provide live entertainment and activate the streets. The Village Square in Fredrick Street will be abuzz with entertainment plus roving performers will be moving around the town\, attracting shoppers and visitors to all corners of the central business district. \nThis event is supported by the Mount Alexander Shire Council Events Grants Program.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/late-night-shopping-2/
LOCATION:The Village Square\, Frederick Street\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211210T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20211122T022543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T014019Z
UID:2040-1639155600-1639166400@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Late Night Shopping
DESCRIPTION:BMA is excited to support retailers by hosting two late-night shopping events: on Friday 10th and Friday 17th December. Traders are being encouraged to remain open until 8pm on both these days to maximise the increased customers in town. \nBMA have partnered with Council to provide live entertainment and activate the streets. The Village Square in Fredrick Street will be abuzz with entertainment plus roving performers will be moving around the town\, attracting shoppers and visitors to all corners of the central business district. \nThis event is supported by the Mount Alexander Shire Council Events Grants Program.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/late-night-shopping/
LOCATION:The Village Square\, Frederick Street\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211202T210000
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SUMMARY:Mount Alexander Business Awards
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for this year’s bi-annual Mount Alexander Business Awards on Thursday 2 December 2021 at the Castlemaine Town Hall. Congratulations to all nominees. Finalists will be announced soon. Come along to this wonder event to help celebrate business in the shire. \nDetails on how to book will be available soon. \n 
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/mount-alexander-business-awards/
LOCATION:Castlemaine Town Hall\, 25 Lyttleton Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marg Barry":MAILTO:businessawards@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211012T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20211016T012036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211016T012036Z
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SUMMARY:Business Mount Alexander Retailers Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join BMA for a Retailers Forums and help formulate a plan to increase economic spend in our Shire. \nWhat are your pressing concerns as a retailer in our Shire?\nHow can BMA work with you to help achieve your business goals?\nWhat messages can we convey on your behalf to council to support our local traders?\nWhat initiatives can be implemented for the Christmas / holiday season? \nThis is a free event with refreshments available at the bar.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/business-mount-alexander-retailers-forum/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210701T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210701T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20210622T041926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210622T042427Z
UID:1517-1625160600-1625164200@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Disability Access Guide Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Mount Alexander Shire Disability Advocacy Group and Business Mount Alexander invite local businesses and service providers on:\nThursday\, July 1st 2021\n5.30–6.30pm\nShedshaker Taproom @ The Mill\nto the launch of the Disability Access Guide for the Mount Alexander Shire. \nMASDAG\, with the financial support of Mount Alexander Shire\, has published an access guide that helps retailers and service providers increase their customer and client base by removing barriers that prevent them from enjoying local businesses and services. \nFor a variety of reasons\, people living with a disability can experience poor or reduced access to goods and services in our Shire. The Disability Access Guide provides a checklist for retailers and service providers as a guide to improving their business so that it includes everyone. \nPlease join us for drinks and nibbles and your copy of a document that will benefit your business. For bookings and further information\, ring MASDAG on 0439 964 179.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/disability-access-guide-launch/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210628T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210628T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20210518T062136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210622T042314Z
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SUMMARY:The Business of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:|| Business of Climate Change Event – New Date! ||\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to come along to THE BUSINESS OF CLIMATE CHANGE FORUM and find out about funding\, finance and subsidies to help your business cut emissions\, save on power bills and reduce waste.\n\nWe’ll hear first hand from local businesses who have made the switch and how it helped them save money and grow their business.\n\nInformation and displays from Sustainability Victoria\, DELWP\, Cola Solar\, Sustainable Australia Fund\, Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance\, Enviroshop Newstead\, Mt Alex Sustainability Group and others.\nThis event is fully catered thanks to Mount Alexander Shire Council.\nBook your FREE ticket now at: https://www.trybooking.com/BSGBC\n\n\n 
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/the-business-of-climate-change/
LOCATION:The Goods Shed\, Kennedy Street\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210525T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20210511T025708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T025708Z
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SUMMARY:Social Drinks at Love Shack Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual networking drinks event and meet the inspiring brewers behind Love Shack Brewery. Since launching in December 2020\, Conna and Harri have been hard at work pumping out fresh frothies from the rear of the Theatre Royal and injecting great energy into the centre of town.\n\nCome taste the fruits of their endeavours and meet up with local business folk.\n\nLove Shack Brewery – side path to Theatre Royal\nTuesday 25 May | 5.30pm to 7.30pm\nAll welcome – drinks at bar prices\, canapes provided.\nRSVP: gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/social-drinks-at-love-shack-brewery/
LOCATION:Theatre Royal\, 30 Hargreaves Street\, Castlemaine\, VIC\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210514T063000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210514T083000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20210511T093712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T093712Z
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SUMMARY:HALT Save Your Bacon Brekky
DESCRIPTION:HALT Breakfast Event this Friday \n\n\nSAVE YOUR BACON free coffee and BBQ brekky at KT’s coffee van outside The Snip\, 236 Barker Street\, Castlemaine.\n\n\nThis Friday 14 May at 6.30am to 8.30am\n\n\n A FREE event!
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/halt-save-your-bacon-brekky/
LOCATION:KTs Coffee Van\, 326 Barker Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210311T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20210217T060600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T032053Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation on Visitation
DESCRIPTION:Business Mount Alexander plans to ride the wave of renewed energy and interest in the region by kicking off its first networking and information-sharing event of the year at the Taproom on Thursday\, 11 March from 6pm for a 6:30 start to 8:30pm (at The Mill Castlemaine). \nAs well as showcasing innovative local entrepreneurs and offering business owners the chance to meet and mingle and to sample some wonderful local produce\, the gathering will feature Anna Knight\, Creative Cities Officer for the Greater Bendigo region\, as guest speaker. Anna will talk about the myriad opportunities inherent in the City of Greater Bendigo’s recent UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation – the first ever in Australia. The prestigious title was granted in recognition and celebration of our region’s thriving food and drinks culture. \nTo register your attendance at this FREE event click on the EVENTBRITE LINK. \nA selection of food from local producers will be provided and drinks will be at venue prices. \nLook forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/save-the-date-bmas-first-event-for-2021/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="Ingrid Gaiotto":MAILTO:ingrid@businessmountalexander.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201008T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20201006T014943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T085226Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Candidates 2020
DESCRIPTION:Business Mount Alexander\, in partnership with Shedshaker Brewing\, are pleased to host a virtual ‘Meet the Candidates Forum’ on Thursday\, 8 October at 7.30pm. \nThis is a Q&A with the Castlemaine Ward candidates in the 2020 Mount Alexander Council elections\, live-streamed from The Taproom and hosted on the Business Mount Alexander + Castlemainia Facebook platforms. \nThis event will be formally MC’d and candidates will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and respond to pre-prepared questions submitted by the Mt Alexander community. \nN.B. due to COVID restrictions\, there will not be a live audience for this meeting. Questions (video/audio/text) for one or more candidates can be sent to: \ntaproom@shedshakerbrewing.com \nDoug and Jacqueline at The (Shedshaker) Taproom have been live streaming a diverse range of events over recent months and welcome the opportunity to provide this forum. \nBMA is excited to present this opportunity for community members to hear direct from our local candidates. How do they intend to support local business? What are their ideas to stimulate economic growth? How do we balance community safety with an anticipated increase in visitation from outside the Shire? Where are the jobs of the future coming from and how can Council support innovation? \nWe hope you can join us and will consider submitting a question of your own. \nThe recording is now available via YouTube and you can also view the recording on Facebook : Shedshaker Taproom; Business Mount Alexander & Castlemania (Group).
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/meet-the-candidates-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20191113T090330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T090330Z
UID:846-1575568800-1575583200@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Mount Alexander Business Awards - Gala Dinner
DESCRIPTION:2017 Award winners Healing Well and We Push Buttons\nThe Mount Alexander Business Awards is a biennial program that showcases\, publicly acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of our local businesses. \nWith judging completed the countdown is on until the 2019 Awards ceremony. Finalists have been announced and the winners will be revealed at the gala event on 5 December – so book your ticket now! \nThe awards ceremony will kick off with drinks at 6.00pm on Thursday 5 December at the Castlemaine Town Hall.  John Fleming\, entertainer from Strange Weird Little Guys will be your host for the evening. \nAn independent judging panel have visited shortlisted businesses and the winners of each of the eight categories will go in the running for the coveted Business of the Year award and $2\,000 prize money. \nThe Mount Alexander Business Awards are run by Mount Alexander Shire Council in partnership with The Midland Express/Castlemaine Mail and are proudly supported by Business Mount Alexander\, Good Earth Garden Supplies\, Maldon Inc.\, Maldon & District Community Bank® \, Small Business Victoria and Workspace Australia. \nThe cost for tickets is $40 with drinks and dinner provided. Book your tickets now.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/mount-alexander-business-awards-gala-dinner/
LOCATION:Castlemaine Town Hall\, 25 Lyttleton Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="Marg Barry":MAILTO:businessawards@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191119T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20191112T061206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T061206Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Business Event
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this special event at the Bridge Hotel to hear more about looking after yourself and your employees. Jeremy Forbes from HALT and a representative from CHIRP will be guest speakers on the night. \nIf you have always wanted to hear Jeremy speak about HALT\, but never had the opportunity\, come along. It’s also a great opportunity to find out what is happening with CHIRP and what services they deliver. \nFinger food provided and drinks at bar prices.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/healthy-business-event/
LOCATION:The Bridge Hotel\, 21-23 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191022T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20191022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20191009T224554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T224554Z
UID:826-1571767200-1571774400@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Networking Night in Maldon
DESCRIPTION:BMA are teaming up with Maldon Inc at the Kangaroo Hotel on Tues 22 Oct for a night of networking. Join us from 6pm for a drink\, nibbles and a chat. We’ll have a guest speaker (tba). Sure to be a fun night. All welcome.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/networking-night-in-maldon/
LOCATION:Kangaroo Hotel\, 89 High Street\, Maldon\, Vic\, 3463
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190920T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190920T090000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20190911T072149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T072149Z
UID:818-1568964600-1568970000@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Networking Breakfast - Harcourt Produce & General Store
DESCRIPTION:Next Friday\, join us for a networking breakfast at the newly opened General Store in Harcourt. A chance to see experience this local cafe that has been beautifully renovated and decorated\, plus catch up with other business people from around the shire\, including the BMA Committee. \nIt will be pay your own way – more details to come regarding menu choices. \nRSVP – gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/networking-breakfast-harcourt-produce-general-store/
LOCATION:Harcourt Produce & General Store\, 115 Harmony Way\, Harcourt\, Vic\, 3453
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190823T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190823T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20190812T070811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T070900Z
UID:812-1566581400-1566585000@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:After 5 Networking Drinks
DESCRIPTION:BMA is hosting our next After 5 social drinks night at The Taproom on Friday 23 August. Please join us and meet other local people in business\, chat with the new BMA Committee and share your ideas about succeeding in business. \nEva Parkin (Economic Development/MASC) will give a five minute spiel about next year’s Mount Alexander Business Awards. \nPizza/snacks provided. Drinks at bar prices. All welcome! \nStay on for live music from 8pm with Chris Harold \nRSVP – gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/after-5-networking-drinks-2/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190823T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190823T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20190812T064729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T064729Z
UID:810-1566579600-1566581400@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:BMA Special General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Notice of Special Meeting \nA request has been made and accepted to hold a Special General Meeting for the following purposes: \n\nElection of new committee and executive roles\n\nIt has been identified that the membership of five of the committee members elected at the AGM (10 July) had not been fully processed. This process will be complete by 23 August and therefore\, as per the Model Rules for the association\, all five will be eligible for election to the committee. Consequently\, we will re-elect the Committee and Executive for BMA at the Special General Meeting so that due process is upheld. \n\nMembership fees \n\nThe committee has proposed that we implement a flat rate of $120 per annum\, but only charge the fee for a maximum of 6 months (i.e $60) this financial year. We will vote on this at the SGM. \nThe meeting will be held at: \nThe Taproom on 23 August at 5:00pm \nA minimum of ten members are required to form a quorum\, so we ask that you please confirm your attendance at this meeting by emailing gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/bma-special-general-meeting/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190710T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20190618T031014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T031014Z
UID:803-1562783400-1562788800@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting - BMA
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of Business Mount Alexander Inc recently met to discuss the future of the business association. The Executive have expressed their intention to step down from their roles at the next Annual General Meeting\, set for 10 July. Expressions of Interest are sought for a new BMA Committee. \nIf you’d like to join or know of someone who might\, please get in touch with gen@businessmountalexander.org.au for more information. \nNibbles and refreshments will be supplied and there will be an opportunity for informal networking.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/annual-general-meeting-bma/
LOCATION:We Push Buttons Studio\, Level 1\, 12-18 Hargraves Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20181123T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20181123T091500
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20181113T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T224115Z
UID:798-1542959100-1542964500@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:BMA Breaky at Saffs
DESCRIPTION:Come along to Business Mt Alexander’s networking breakfast on Friday 23rd Nov at Saffs. Meet people from a variety of businesses in the shire and including the BMA committee! \nLarry O’Toole from Graffiti Publications is our guest speaker who will share with us about the Hot Rod Centre at the old CSC campus on Etty Street and how this site is being transformed into a resource for business and community. \nTime: 7.45am for an 8am start.\nCost: This event is order and pay your own way. \nPlease RSVP your attendance to gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/bma-breaky-at-saffs/
LOCATION:Saffs Cafe\, 64 Mostyn Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180816T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20180807T014354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T014354Z
UID:775-1534438800-1534446000@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:After 5 Networking Drinks
DESCRIPTION:It’s been awhile since the business community caught up for a social drink. Business Mount Alexander is running this event at The Taproom for people to come along and meet other people running or working in business in the Mt Alexander shire. \nAlso a chance to meet the BMA committee and share your ideas about succeeding in business. \nSnacks provided. Drinks at bar prices. Queries to Genevieve via gen@businessmountalexander.org.au\nAll welcome! \nOh\, and stay on for the MainFM Trivia from 7pm!
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/after-5-networking-drinks/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180522T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20180418T062219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T062430Z
UID:744-1527012000-1527022800@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Speed Networking & AGM
DESCRIPTION:Come along and network like it’s a contact sport at The Taproom. \nWhat is speed networking? \nSpeed networking is a structured process for facilitating introductions and conversation between business people. The two participants in each meeting introduce themselves\, briefly summarising their business histories and goals. They often exchange business cards and possibly additional information for a follow-up meeting. Yes\, it’s structured but to make it fast and fun we’ll  have special guest performer and host\, Scott Sanders to facilitate this business event with fervour! \nPrior to all the fun and frivolity\, Business Mount Alexander will hold their AGM and welcome any members to consider having an active role on the BMA committee. \nFood provided. Drinks at bar prices. \nRSVP: gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/speed-networking-agm/
LOCATION:The Taproom\, 1-9 Walker Street\, Castlemaine\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180305T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20180228T024854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T024854Z
UID:739-1520242200-1520254800@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Effective Business Practices Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Workshop\nWhen:  9.15am (for a 9.30am start) – 1.00pm\, Monday 5 March (this is a new morning timeslot in response to the recent business workshop survey)\nWhere: Civic Centre\, Council Chambers\, Cnr Lyttleton and Lloyd Streets\, Castlemaine\nCost:    $30.00 \nConsistency keeps customers coming back. Make sure you’ve got the right systems and practices in place to ensure your business delivers consistent products and services first time\, every time – from the get go. \nWhether you are an existing business owner or about to start\, this workshop will help you to not only run your business day to day\, but ensure you’re ready to ramp up for tomorrow’s success. \nYOU WILL LEARN HOW TO: \n\nStress test your current processes and systems\nDeliver efficiencies across eight core areas\nGet across risk management\nSimplify financial management and record keeping\nSteamline your customer experience\nGet on top of key compliance issues\nBuild your own action plan of next steps\nAccess tools\, templates\, support and resources in future\n\nYOUR PRESENTER: Bill Winter\nBill’s business experience is remarkable for its diversity; from CEO and advisory board member to highly renowned facilitator and business mentor. He specialises in helping small business implement the right structures to manage change. Bill’s area of expertise include family businesses\, start-ups\, executive coaching\, mentoring and the Not-for-Profit sector.
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/effective-business-practices-workshop/
LOCATION:Council Chambers at the Civic Centre\, Corner Lyttleton and Lloyd streets\, Castlemaine
CATEGORIES:Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="Eva Parkin":MAILTO:e.parkin@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180227T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180227T091500
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20180207T072918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180216T062943Z
UID:724-1519717500-1519722900@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Cafe Re-PUBLIC Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for breakfast at Cafe re-PUBLIC on Templeton St\, Castlemaine to kick off the year of Business Mount Alexander events! \nNot only will you get to meet and chat with like-minded business folk\, there will be door prizes PLUS hear from David Perrin\, owner of Public Inn\, talk about things he’s learnt when running businesses in the shire. \nIt’s pay your own way for food and drinks – a set menu will be provided. There will also be a complimentary fruit platter. \nRSVP to gen@businessmountalexander.org.au
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/cafe-re-public-networking-breakfast/
LOCATION:Cafe re-PUBLIC\, 26A Templeton Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180206T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20180129T024415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T024415Z
UID:720-1517906700-1517914800@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:Show Me The Money - Government funding demystified
DESCRIPTION:Mount Alexander Shire Council is pleased to host a FREE information session for local businesses on how to tap into government funding. \nTuesday 6 February\n8.45am to 11am\nCastlemaine Civic Centre\, Lloyd Street\, Castlemaine \nShow me the money – Government funding demystified is an informal expo style event where we will bring you the people who assess your funding applications. \nSome of the programs to be discussed include the New Energy Jobs Fund\, Micro Grid\, Environmental Upgrade Agreements\, Boost Your Business Vouchers Program\, Food Source Victoria\, Wine Growth Fund and the Federal Government’s Entrepreneurs Program. \nThis is a unique opportunity to talk directly with funding program managers about what grants are available\, what they look for in a grant application and how to apply. \n \n 
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/show-me-the-money-government-funding-demystified/
LOCATION:Council Chambers at the Civic Centre\, Corner Lyttleton and Lloyd streets\, Castlemaine
CATEGORIES:Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="Eva Parkin":MAILTO:e.parkin@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20171207T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20171207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T034756
CREATED:20171030T013228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T015058Z
UID:680-1512671400-1512682200@businessmountalexander.org.au
SUMMARY:BMA End of Year Party
DESCRIPTION:Get together and party with friends in the vibrant arts and business community of Castlemaine at the BMA Christmas Party on Thursday 7 Dec from 6.30pm. Join the Business Mount Alexander team to celebrate the year that was and we will launch Arts Open 2018 \nHeld in the beautiful Garden Room at Buda Historic House. Live acoustic songs from the last 100 years by Scott Sanders. \nHear from special guest speakers Glyn Roberts\, Director – Castlemaine State Festival and Jo Porter\, Producer for Regional Centre for Culture 2018. \nAn assortment of finger food and complimentary drink on arrival. \nPricing: $30 for BMA Members and Concession | $40 Full Price (non-members) \nBookings: https://www.trybooking.com/332996 \nQueries: gen@businessmountalexander.org.au or 0409 070 930 \n \n 
URL:https://businessmountalexander.org.au/event/bma-end-of-year-party/
LOCATION:Buda House\, 42 Hunter Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450
CATEGORIES:Forum
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