Our Connections
In business, it pays to be well connected. The City of Whittlesea has a reputation as an innovative, results-driven Council. We have the right contacts in government and industry to help you achieve your goals.
Locally, we can provide information about specific industries and help you access the research and development of our universities, RMIT University and NMIT.
Talk to us about the current national business environment, incentives and grants and how to make contact with specialist departments in government.
Below are a number of links to the websites of our partners and information providers. Click on the names to visit their websites and find out how they can help you and your business.
Local Connections
- Melbourne's NorthProvides a guide to investment and business in the region. Business development network for Melbourne's North, working with businesses and industry groups to improve performance and competitiveness.
- NACC - Northern Area Consultative CommitteeNon-profit, community based organisation committed to the growth and development of the region. The NACC is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Transport and Regional Services.
- NMIT - Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE
- RMIT University
- La Trobe University
State Connections
- Vic Export - Victorian Government's Export CentreServices to help businesses succeed in the international marketplace.
- Investors Guide to VictoriaPrograms to encourage and facilitate investment in Victoria.
- Victorian Department of Innovation Industry and Regional DevelopmentServices to assist business growth, investment, exporting and tourism in Victoria.
- Victorian BusinessServices, information and advice for new and established businesses.
- Innovation InsightsProgram offering best practice learning opportunities to Victorian companies.
National Connections
- AusIndustryServices and incentives for Australian business to improve innovation and competitiveness in international markets.
- AustradeServices to assist Australian business succeed in export and international trade.
- Invest AustraliaAttracts and facilitates foreign investment in Australia to support industry growth and development.
Business Connections
- Business AccessProvides information and referral services for new and established businesses.
- Home Based Business ManualAddresses a range of issues affecting home based business owners in Australia.
- OzExport Media (formerly The Small Business Exporters' of Australia - SBEA)Provides independent research and information to assist Australian exporters.
- AIG - Australian Industry GroupNot-for-profit association. Provides advice, support and representation to assist members in running their businesses and creating a better business environment.
- VECCI - Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and IndustryEmployer group. Offers a range of products, services and activities to assist owners to manage their business.
Trade Connections
- Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeProtects and advances the interests of Australia and Australians internationally through security, economic and trade performance and global cooperation.
- TradeWatchProvides Australian business with information about the international trade and investment environment.
- AsiaLineProvides information about events and issues in Asian countries to help Australian companies dealing in the region.
- AustradeServices to assist Australian business succeed in export and international trade.
In This Section
Services:
- Grow your Business
- Starting a Business
- Our Connections
- Initiatives
- - Government Information
- - Foodsmart
- - Industry Clusters
- - LYPET
- - Retail Marketing & Bus. Dev.
- - Chinese Herbal Medicine
- - Visitation
- Programs
- - Business Exc. Program
- - TradeStart & NEDP
- - Greenlink
- - Apprentices
- - Better Business
- - Immunisation
- - Green Plumbers
- Grants
- Sponsorship
- Victorian Business Essentials
- Bushfire Assistance
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