Kingston Business

07/09/2026

Retail Recruitment & Retention

Join this free one-hour online webinar from the Australian Retailers Association to learn practical ways to attract, engage and retain employees in today's retail market.
Get expert insights into current workforce trends and strategies you can put into action straight away.

🔗 Register now: https://business.vic.gov.au/learning-and-advice/courses-and-webinars/recruitment-and-retention-for-modern-retail

03/09/2026

Are you coming to the Kingston Farmers' Market this Saturday 5 September? 🍎

You'll find 40+ stallholders, including →

Recollection Spirits - your next favourite drop awaits, with handcrafted gins and liqueurs inspired by adventures near and far.

Paw Printz - bringing healthy Australian-made natural treats, tasty chews and goodies guaranteed to get tails wagging.

Bite Me Fine Foods - serving up flavour-packed veggie patties, falafels and plant-based bites made with fresh local produce and wholesome goodness.

We look forward to seeing you at Kingston Heath Reserve on Centre Dandenong Road, Cheltenham (opposite DFO Moorabbin) from 8am to 12.30pm 👏

Entry is $2 donation to the Rotary Club of Chelsea.

01/09/2026

Business name and company fees to increase

The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has increased business name and company fees from Wednesday 1 July 2026.

Find out more:

Fair, strong and efficient financial system for all Australians.

26/08/2026

🚲 Get Your Kingston Business Moving with Biketober!

It's a free, fun way to support staff wellbeing, encourage active travel and build some friendly workplace competition.

Staff simply register, log their bike rides throughout October and climb the leaderboard for the chance to win great prizes.

🚴 Register your organisation's interest today and be part of Biketober 2026.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7TLBL5L

23/08/2026

Changes to how you do business

A number of business changes took effect from 1 July, including increases to minimum wages, updates to superannuation requirements, changes to paid parental leave, and the extension of the instant asset write-off.

These updates may affect your payroll, budgeting and compliance obligations.

Take a few minutes to check what’s changed

Changes from 1 July 2026 affecting super, wages, leave and compliance. Learn what’s changing and the steps your business should take to prepare.

21/08/2026

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20/08/2026

Tools to support your young workers

WorkSafe Victoria provides tools and resources to help you support young workers, who are often at higher risk of injury.

Start creating a culture that protects young workers with checklists, training and supervision.

https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/young-workers-get-tools-support-your-young-workers?fbclid=IwY2xjawT0kqNwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6g9ZTDMgaN9uXOS6UNV22ioHoyelcHWPNmOAo4a5FRJGsvGHKENe3m8J2yhQ_aem_N0-esC2DVXE8S7EjyBwW8A

We have a library of practical online tools and resources for employers. 

18/08/2026

Beware of common business scams

The National Anti-Scam Centre’s latest report highlights the most common scams impacting small businesses.

Learn about the latest scams, how to prevent them and what to do if you’ve been scammed.

https://www.accc.gov.au/about-us/publications/serial-publications/targeting-scams-reports-on-scams-activity/targeting-scams-report-of-the-national-anti-scam-centre-on-scams-data-and-activity-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawTx2ARwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6o-lynuTlIC9golHkX4SFOVnVNIm6dpbTodFfGWHlSpovmlj99yt46owC11A_aem_OjhJ4HimxiTuKCtKTW5QaQ

17/08/2026

Social Media and Content Marketing - Business Victoria

Learn to attract new customers with engaging social media content with this Business Victoria Live Webinar.

Register now

https://business.vic.gov.au/learning-and-advice/courses-and-webinars/social-media-marketing?fbclid=IwY2xjawTx2AlwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7cynB0yLlalE5dXHBo07Fg3XS6HFEHFBHKIKowHSc4TuOAU1fsvA_U3LAcDw_aem_lpCTfaDsyKNrwrKfueesMg

12/08/2026

🌟 Starting or growing a business in Kingston?

Our free BizWiz service is here to guide you through permits, approvals, and the steps to get your business up and running.

We’ll help you understand what you need and connect you with the right teams.

👉 Let BizWiz help your business take off!

https://www.kingston.vic.gov.au/services/business/starting-growing-business