Business Victoria

For IDAHOBIT (17 May), we're spotlighting local businesses building inclusive spaces. 🩷 Since 2018, Queer Move's pink truck has helped LGBTQIA+ people and allies settle into new homes with support beyond the move. 🚚 “We are by community, for community.” 📸 Carmen Zammit

Most legal disputes start with something small. A missed detail. A vague agreement. Something is not clarified. Then suddenly… It’s a problem. We’ve pulled together practical tips from the @VSBCommission to help you catch issues early: go.vic.gov.au/439X3ms

The Regional Events Fund provides funding for events that attract visitors to regional areas and boosts business. 👇 It can support things like: • New events • Growing existing events • Marketing and development activity Learn more: bit.ly/3OCPfWV

World Cocktail Day moves through the seasons. So does Departed Spirits Co. This business ditched the glass bottle, building a brand around their signature stainless-steel tins. This recipe might be a summer classic, but we’re claiming it for autumn too.

Legal decisions show up in your business more often than you think. That’s why joining in on Victorian Law Week 2026 is worth it. 📅 Monday 18 to Sunday 24 May 📍 Events across metro and regional Victoria + online viclawweek.org.au

It’s National Odometer Day. No matter how many kilometres you’ve clocked up, every business benefits from a quick tune‑up. Plan your next steps with our FREE Tools & Templates, free to download today: go.vic.gov.au/4302p3B

Deadly in Melbourne Expo is back, showcasing First Nations-owned businesses and providing industry connections.  📢 Expressions of Interest are open for the Monday, 27 July event.  Find out more via @Kinaway_ bit.ly/431YIKI

The Small Business Bus is coming to your town. We're basically the ice‑cream truck for grown‑ups. 🍦 Sessions disappear fast, so don’t delay: go.vic.gov.au/4rf6vyR 📸 Parked in Stawell

Pampering can be creative and hands‑on. Just ask Cones Studio. Founder Charlie Buchner first started the studio in his sister’s old bedroom before it grew into a two‑storey pottery space in Bentleigh. Since then, more than 10,000 people have come through the doors.

Your website is up. Your socials are running. But is your digital strategy… strategic? Join our free webinar to level up. Booking: go.vic.gov.au/4cZm3CI

You’ve got visitors for 24 hours… what’s your go‑to local must‑do? From markets to festivals, Victoria’s autumn/winter lineup is stacked with reasons to get out and explore. No hibernating this season. 🌂 Get out, support local: go.vic.gov.au/4tjKrnm

🔻 Around 66% of Australians reuse passwords across accounts. It might be time to break that habit. 😏 On World Password Day, give your passwords a remix. We've got some tips to get you started: go.vic.gov.au/4aHR0L0

💡 Thinking about upskilling or starting a new career? Free TAFE gives eligible Victorians access to tuition-free training in high-demand industries, helping you build job-ready skills for the future. Discover more: vic.gov.au/free-tafe-cour…

Late payments can have a bigger impact on your business than you might expect. Overdue payments can disrupt cash flow, delay plans, and pull you away from running your business. Our 5 practical tips (plus templates) will help you: go.vic.gov.au/4end9A6

Ready to strengthen your team’s digital skills and future‑proof your construction or advanced manufacturing business? 📢 Bar Crusher Boats used the Digital Jobs program to build Industry 4.0 capability. Join our online info session on Wednesday 6 May: bit.ly/4na6oUL

May is for maintenance! 🛞 🪛 Give your business a little tune-up this month with our Financial Planning Calendar. Get under the hood for a tune-up of your policies, procedures and day-to-day systems. Get started: go.vic.gov.au/428BulX

We’re at the Mildura Field Days, 15–16 May! Find us at Stall F-80 on Sunmuscat Ave to learn about our free, confidential support for farmers & small business. Come say hello 👋 #RFCSVicWest #MilduraFieldDays

Looking for guidance, you are. Free business mentoring, we have. On the Small Business Bus, your path continues. May the Fourth be with you (and your business). ✨ 🚏 Book now, you must: go.vic.gov.au/3L9NLky

That Paper Joint in Melbourne is turning scrapbooking into a creative community. ✂️📃 A collage studio, workshop & gallery where people slow down and reconnect with creativity. Handmade isn’t going anywhere, especially on National Scrapbook Day. 🎥 @zi.ennn_

Autumn is fully doing its thing, which is great news for business. 🍷 Menus shifting flavours 🔥 Fireplaces crackling 🧥 Retailers saying “bye bye bye” to summer stock and hello to layering season Learn how to make seasonality work for your business: go.vic.gov.au/3QIhMuH