Business Whitehorse

15/06/2026

Is your business spending $100,000+ a year on electricity? There’s a smarter way to buy energy.

Join a free webinar on 20 July to learn about the Business Renewables Buying Group, a program helping Victorian businesses secure affordable renewable electricity by purchasing together.

Learn about the current electricity market, why now is a great time to switch, and what the 2026 Buying Group timelines look like.

Register for free

The Business Renewables Buying Group helps your business purchase more affordable renewable energy - Come and learn how, why and next steps to be involved.

11/06/2026

The Victorian Small Business Commission has released two new resources to support your business.

✏️Retail leases information brochure, including key guidance on leases, rights and responsibilities.

📚Dispute resolution fact sheet, what to expect and how to prepare.

Learn more and access both resources

The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) aims to create a fair and competitive environment for Victorian small business to operate, grow and prosper.

27/05/2026

Finding the courage to roar 🦁

For Emma and the team at Roar Psychology, mental health care starts with one simple idea: being brave enough to be yourself.

The name “Roar” was inspired by Emma’s daughter, who loves lions. It also reflects the courage it takes for families, parents and children to ask for support when life feels overwhelming.

After running a practice in Croydon for 3 years, Emma opened Roar Psychology in Mitcham in late 2025, drawn to the accessibility of the area and the opportunity to support more local families. Together with Jess and a team of four staff, Roar focuses on helping parents, neurodivergent children and individuals navigate life in a way that feels supportive, affirming and personal.

Emma says the conversation around mental health, especially how we understand children’s brains, has changed enormously in the past five years. At Roar, the focus is on helping people thrive, not just survive.

Outside the clinic, Emma’s passions are a little more prehistoric: dinosaurs, LEGO, Harry Potter and camping along the Murray River.

And her advice for anyone thinking about starting a business?
💬 “You are so much more capable than you realise, just do it.”

📍Roar Psychology, 2/593 Whitehorse Rd, Mitcham

21/05/2026

🎉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

21/05/2026

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

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

14/05/2026

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

12/05/2026

🎁 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

04/05/2026

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

27/04/2026

🎉 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.

23/04/2026

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