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Outbreak preparedness and response Dr Regina Fogarty from Agriculture Victoria – Outbreak, preparedness and response For more information contact pigs@vff.org.au Register Here

The Biosecurity Plan Builder: promoting uptake of biosecurity planning amongst Victorian dairy farmers Dr Maria Rose, Dairy Extension Officer, Biosecurity and Agriculture Services, Maffra In her presentation, Dr. Rose will cover the rationale behind the Biosecurity Plan Builder tool and how it differs from other biosecurity templates for managing animal disease risks. She will also […]

In this webinar, participants will be shown how to identify critical work flows, exposures and vulnerabilities, set priorities and access potential impacts using a risk matrix. Register Here

How Small Businesses are Adapting to Coronavirus Restrictions If you are a small business, chances are you’ve had to make some changes to how you work during COVID-19 restrictions. This webinar will show you how other small businesses have adapted, giving you some practical insights into how you too might adjust moving into the future. […]

Hear what the research says about wellbeing when communities are seen to be in drought recovery, strategies to help with things beyond your control and how to make the most of every day. Hear from the Bureau of Meteorology on winter weather predictions and what rain means for the drought. Speakers: Dr. Lynette Bettio, Dr. […]

Multispecies forages as alternatives to perennial ryegrass: Beyond white clover! Dr Anna Thomson, Research Scientist, Animal Production Sciences, Ellinbank Grassland is a crucial resource for the ruminant livestock industries within the agricultural sector. In most temperate regions globally, this land is predominantly sown with ryegrass: a high yielding species that can provide good quality forage […]

Are you a new employer or thinking of becoming an employer? Learn about hiring workers, paying employees, paying contractors and providing benefits to workers. Register Here

Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim. Register Here

User Experience (UX) encompasses every interaction a person has with a company, its services and its products. It’s important that your website offers a positive user experience from the landing page to the thank you screen post-checkout. This will prevent a high bounce rate, checkout abandonment, and negative reviews. This workshop will take you through […]

Learn a straightforward five-step process to stay on top of your regular financial commitments. Find out how to identify business activities that trigger financial responsibilities as get practical help to plan for and meet your future commitments. Register Here

Fuel your knowledge on car fringe benefits. If your employees use a business car for private use, you may be providing a car fringe benefit. This introductory session will help you work out whether you are providing a car fringe benefit. You will also learn what records to keep. Note: salary packaged cars and fleet […]

Cash flow is the life blood for small business. Receive critical knowledge and cash flow management skills. Find out how to identify issues and use a range of tips to help maximise your cash flow. This session will help you improve your cash flow management by: mapping cash flowing in and out of your business […]

Learn a straightforward five-step process to stay on top of your regular financial commitments. Find out how to identify business activities that trigger financial responsibilities as get practical help to plan for and meet your future commitments. Register Here

Are you starting a new small business? You'll learn about which business records to keep, the legal requirements and how long to keep your records. This basic session also introduces you to the benefits of developing good record keeping habits as well as tools to help you manage your records. Register Here

For small businesses that are new to employing people and paying them for their work. As an employer, you are required to report salaries, wages, tax withheld and super information to the ATO through Single Touch Payroll (each time you pay your employees). Come and join this session to find out how STP works, reporting […]

Are you a new employer or thinking of becoming an employer? Learn about hiring workers, paying employees, paying contractors and providing benefits to workers. Register Here

Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim. Register Here

Prepare to get your bright idea off the ground, step by step, at this essential planning workshop packed with vital start-up tips, tools and expert guidance that will prepare you to give your business the best chance of success. Learn how to: Test your idea, product or service Assess your business readiness and next steps […]

There are many online services and digital systems that can help you perform your business activities such as marketing, sales, accounting and reporting. Find out what benefits you can get from digital systems and what systems are available for each area of your business operations. Register Here

Staying connect to your community and networks is more than important than ever. We’ll show you ways to stay connected, how you might approach your networks and keeping relationships alive. We’ll cover: Benefits of remote networking Community building online The Do’s and Don'ts of networking and community building online Register for this online workshop to […]

The Victorian OHS Act has changed, and now includes 'workplace manslaughter' provisions. In a nutshell, directors and other office bearers within a company can be found personally liable in the event of a fatality, with crippling fines in the many millions, and criminal penalty including jail time. Good OHS systems and understanding what is 'reasonably […]

Are you starting a new small business? You'll learn about which business records to keep, the legal requirements and how long to keep your records. This basic session also introduces you to the benefits of developing good record keeping habits as well as tools to help you manage your records. Register Here

Creating videos to amplify your marketing strategy is critical to its success in 2020. It's estimated that 80% of media being consumed in 2020 is videos. During this workshop we'll cover: What type of videos you need to be creating—you can't market like you were 1 week, 2 days or even like you did yesterday. […]

Get Ready For a Recession; It’s Coming. Prepare to not only survive but thrive in this and every other recession. Instead of running from it, we show you how to actually look forward to a downturn because you KNOW your business is safe-guarded and secure. There’s no need to be scared of bad times when […]

There are many online services and digital systems that can help you perform your business activities such as marketing, sales, accounting and reporting. Find out what benefits you can get from digital systems and what systems are available for each area of your business operations. Register Here

For small businesses that are new to employing people and paying them for their work. As an employer, you are required to report salaries, wages, tax withheld and super information to the ATO through Single Touch Payroll (each time you pay your employees). Come and join this session to find out how STP works, reporting […]

Fuel your knowledge on car fringe benefits. If your employees use a business car for private use, you may be providing a car fringe benefit. This introductory session will help you work out whether you are providing a car fringe benefit. You will also learn what records to keep. Note: salary packaged cars and fleet […]

Cash flow is the life blood for small business. Receive critical knowledge and cash flow management skills. Find out how to identify issues and use a range of tips to help maximise your cash flow. This session will help you improve your cash flow management by: mapping cash flowing in and out of your business […]

Are you thinking of starting a small business? Maybe you have a hobby that's becoming a business? This session will help you understand: the difference between a hobby and a business what to do if your hobby turns into a business the most common business structures and the registrations you may need in business. Getting […]

Fuel your knowledge on car fringe benefits. If your employees use a business car for private use, you may be providing a car fringe benefit. This introductory session will help you work out whether you are providing a car fringe benefit. You will also learn what records to keep. Note: salary packaged cars and fleet […]

Are you starting a new small business? You'll learn about which business records to keep, the legal requirements and how long to keep your records. This basic session also introduces you to the benefits of developing good record keeping habits as well as tools to help you manage your records. Register Here

Learn a straightforward five-step process to stay on top of your regular financial commitments. Find out how to identify business activities that trigger financial responsibilities as get practical help to plan for and meet your future commitments. Register Here

There are many online services and digital systems that can help you perform your business activities such as marketing, sales, accounting and reporting. Find out what benefits you can get from digital systems and what systems are available for each area of your business operations. Register Here

Boosting productivity, particularly when working remotely, can be a challenge. This practical webinar will show you some of the best apps out there to help you get more done. We’ll cover: Different apps on the market (free and paid) Ways to optimise their usage Productivity hacks Register for this Bookings Essential - Register Here

For small businesses that are new to employing people and paying them for their work. As an employer, you are required to report salaries, wages, tax withheld and super information to the ATO through Single Touch Payroll (each time you pay your employees). Come and join this session to find out how STP works, reporting […]

Hear what the research tells us about adult relationships, family roles and children’s experience through droughts, alongside practical tips on how to support children as well as adult relationships. Speakers: Dr. Margaret Alston, Stephanie Schmidt and Dr. Margaret Nixon Register Here Download Brochure

Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim. Register Here

Fuel your knowledge on car fringe benefits. If your employees use a business car for private use, you may be providing a car fringe benefit. This introductory session will help you work out whether you are providing a car fringe benefit. You will also learn what records to keep. Note: salary packaged cars and fleet […]

Business owners are currently and collectively facing the biggest challenge their businesses will ever encounter. It's no secret that COVID-19 has hit businesses hard - the 'for lease' signs along your local shopping strip are enough to tell the tale. Truthfully, the current economic climate is only going to get tougher. Whether you did or […]

Are you thinking of starting a small business? Maybe you have a hobby that's becoming a business? This session will help you understand: the difference between a hobby and a business what to do if your hobby turns into a business the most common business structures and the registrations you may need in business. Getting […]

For small businesses that are new to employing people and paying them for their work. As an employer, you are required to report salaries, wages, tax withheld and super information to the ATO through Single Touch Payroll (each time you pay your employees). Come and join this session to find out how STP works, reporting […]

Are you starting a new small business? You'll learn about which business records to keep, the legal requirements and how long to keep your records. This basic session also introduces you to the benefits of developing good record keeping habits as well as tools to help you manage your records. Register Here