Business Whitehorse

🎉One last spot available!
Due to an unexpected reschedule, we have one space available at our next Small Business Mentoring Clinic next Thursday 28 May, 2.15pm-3.00pm at the Whitehorse Civic Centre in Nunawading.

This free session is open to Whitehorse businesses and ratepayers seeking practical, one-on-one advice from an experienced business mentor.

E-mail [email protected] to secure your spot

The Whitehorse Business Group are hosting a tax tips session on 24 June 2026.

This is a great opportunity to hear from local business speakers and network with other businesses in the area!

💻Register today

2026 Tax Tips Breakfast Start your day with practical insights and meaningful connections at our Tax Tips Breakfast ☕️ Join local business professionals at Box Hill...

What if your workplace could unlock hidden strengths by better supporting neurodiversity and mental health?

BizHub Maroondah are presenting Reimagining Your Workforce: Inclusion, Support and Retention where you’ll discover practical, achievable changes that make a real difference for your team and your business.

Hear from speakers like Geoff Smith, who transformed his organisation through neuroinclusivity, and Shannon Lang, a mental health leader with more than 20 years’ experience supporting workplaces.

Walk away with strategies to:
• Foster innovation and resilience
• Reduce stigma and better support employees
• Create a more inclusive workplace

📅Wednesday 27 May | 9.30am
🎟 Tickets just $25
📍Karralyka, Ringwood East
👉Book now: https://shorturl.at/XbcGs

🎁 Meet Yaqin and Wilson.

In October last year, the owners of Auspicious Buddhist Art contacted Council to discuss their new business proposal. Their vision was to create a welcoming retail space offering a carefully curated range of high-quality, homemade, natural products, including incense, Buddhist statues, pure essential oils, singing bowls, crystal bracelets and more.

To ensure they had obtained all relevant approvals from Council, they worked closely with Council’s Business Support Advisor, who acts as a single point of contact for new and expanding businesses.

As the proposal required input from several regulatory teams, the Business Support Advisor coordinated the necessary information and guided the owners through each step of the process.

Auspicious Buddhist Art opened its doors just before Christmas and is proud to now be part of the Box Hill community.

🎉We wish Yaqin & Wilson every success as they continue to grow and thrive, and we encourage everyone to Think Local and Buy Local by visiting this wonderful new stores like Auspicious Buddhist Art at 535 Station St, Box Hill.

If you're starting a new business or expanding an existing one you can now connect with our Business Support Advisor.

https://www.businesswhitehorse.com.au/your-business-whitehorse/starting-business

Whether you’re starting out, growing your business, or running an established one, Maroondah BizMonth has something for you.

This May, join expert-led workshops, engaging training sessions, and tailored mentoring, all designed to elevate your business.

No matter if you work solo or as part of a team, you can explore a diverse range of events, discover practical tools and fresh perspectives on topics like marketing, AI, and cyber safety.

Plus find opportunities to connect and forge valuable relationships with local business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals.

Proudly bought to you by our neighbours BizHub Maroondah

Discover what’s on here https://maroondahcctinyurl.com/BizMonth-L

🎉 Happy 5 years, Madame Sourdough! 🥐

Congratulations to Annie and the team for five years of handcrafted sourdough goodness in Whitehorse.

From golden loaves to those much-loved sourdough croissants, you’ve become a local favourite at the Milne Road Shops in Mont Albert North.

Make sure you Think Local Buy Local, treat yourself, and celebrate.

We’re inviting local businesses, community groups and residents to be part of something exciting.

Whitehorse City Council is currently running our “Be the Face of our Space” competition — and entries close this Sunday 26 April.

We’re looking for real, local stories that showcase how our venues can be used. Whether you're planning a:
🔵team building session
🔵workshop or training
🔵conference or awards night
🔵creative class or performance
🔵community gathering or private event
…we want to hear how you would bring one of our spaces to life.

What’s on offer:
🏆1 of 8 x $100 VISA gift cards
🏆Professional photography
🏆The opportunity to feature in a future marketing campaign

If you’ve ever considered hiring a local venue, this is a great opportunity to share your idea and gain exposure.

Entries are quick and easy - simply tell us which space you’d choose and how you’d use it.

Don’t miss out - submit your entry before Sunday 26 April.
https://www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/venuehire

At Waterman Workspaces, Shady is all about connection.
As Head of Community, and 9 years in, he’s the kind of person who turns a workspace into something much bigger. Think less office, more campus-style community where people genuinely support each other.

Before Waterman, Shady studied Commerce, dabbled in start-ups, helped build an app, and even taught music! Safe to say, he knows a thing or two about juggling ideas and making them happen.

💬 “Business is hard. Most don’t make it past the first few years. That’s why connection matters.”

Shady describes himself as a “walking LinkedIn”, connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. Because behind every business is a person who needs support, not just Wi-Fi.

And what does he love most about Mont Albert?
It’s the people. Friendly, welcoming, and always up for a chat, whether it’s in the office or out grabbing lunch.

For Shady, it’s simple. In a world where social media can feel “connected,” real connection still matters most.

📍Waterman Workspaces Hamilton St Mont Albert 3127

Recently, Whitehorse City Council was proud to partner with the Australian Bedding Stewardship Council (ABSC) and the MegaMile Precinct Group to bring together retailers and community partners for our Piloting Circular Solutions workshop at The Round.

This session provided the opportunity to explore practical, collaborative approaches to reduce waste and increase reuse across the MegaMile precinct, starting with mattresses and bedding.

Thanks to Bevmarks, Bedshed, Harvey Norman, Forty Winks , Sleep Collective and Snooze Nunawading who joined either online or in person.

A special thank you to Eastern Emergency Relief Network , whose incredible work supporting communities in need continues to make a real difference locally and beyond.

We’re grateful for their openness to collaborate as part of a potential pilot project.

Join Whitehorse's free Grant Writing Workshop and learn how to put together a strong, competitive application.

You’ll learn:
✔️ How to find the right grants
✔️ What makes an application stand out
✔️ Tips to improve your chances of success

Whether you’re part of a local group, not-for-profit, or simply have a great idea to bring to life, this workshop is for you.

📅 When: 5:30pm - 8pm, Thursday 23 April
📍 Where: Box Hill Town Hall, Whitehorse Room
Spots are limited, register now to secure your place:

Grant Writing Workshop | Whitehorse City Council Applying for grants can feel overwhelming, but the right guidance can make all the difference.