With fuel prices the way they are, it is nice to know that Wangaratta has the cheapest fuel for many miles around.
Currently Wangaratta has unleaded fuel available at 122.9 per litre, and even cheaper with shopping docket and other discount schemes. This is much cheaper than surrounding districts and towns. Furthermore, Autogas is currently available at 61.9!
Since Wangaratta is also a great place to shop, why not save both ways and do your Christmas shopping in Wangaratta, while filling up with cheaper fuel?
Meet The Candidates Report
Written by Executive Officer
Thursday, 06 November 2008
Business Wangaratta couldn't have asked for a better response by the candidates for the upcoming 2008 Council Elections for the Rural City of Wangaratta.
While only 40 members of our business community and the public enjoyed an informative and vigourious discussion by the 12 of 13 candidates, the set questions and questions from the floor were answered with lively comments while keeping a level head.
Two key areas Business Wangaratta has been working on for several years is a General Marketing Campaign and a solution to the Car Parking & Traffic Congestion issues that have plagued our town. The response to questions relating to these two topics were many and varied and proved that co-operative working parties are the way to go forward with both issues.
Another key issue discussed was 5am Trading for Wangaratta's pubs and clubs. Nearly all of the candidates seemed to agreed that 5am closing is not necessarily the problem - it is the intake of alcohol by the patrons to these establishments. Whatever the case - while progress has been made in the past - the next Council will need to address this issue to further reduce the vandalism and violence that happens periodically in and around our Central Business District.
The other main issue that was raised was the moving of the Sunday Market at Wareena Park to Avian Park. This was certainly a touchy subject with some of the candidates and there were comments from "it should be moved to a better location" to "there is nothing wrong with where it is now".
As there is with anything these days, the candidates showed that there is a very diverse selection for the rate payers of the Rural City of Wangaratta to choose from - and seven of these candidates will be on the Council for the next 4 years.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 06 November 2008 )
Better Business Information Sessions
Written by Events Co-ordinator
Thursday, 16 October 2008
CAV is offering to provide a range of potential talks to individual businesses and their staff or to groups of traders. The following are some suggestions that you might like to consider
The Better Business Project is aimed at assisting small to medium sized businesses develop and improve their understanding of their rights and responsibilities under The Fair Trading Act 1999 Our aim for the talk is to: Increase traders understanding of the Fair Trading Act 1999 - particularly - Unfair contract terms - Misleading and deceptive conduct - Refunds and warranties; and - Lay-by.
We are also able to tailor a presentation to meet needs of your members. For example the talk might focus on the repair industry and discuss such matter as liens or focus on the accomadation industry
As a suggestion CAV can also conduct a simple Question and Answer format were participants are able to ask the questions that concern them.
CAV can offer these talks to groups of all sizes and in a range of formal and informal settings. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience to organise a presentation or fill in the expression of interest form.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 16 October 2008 )
Another member sets the benchmark for their industry
Written by Membership Committee
Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Wangaratta's Bluewave Pools & Spas literaly scoopped the pool at the 2008 Victorian Industry Award Night.
The company was the winner of the Best Pool Shop in Victoria, The Best Residential Pre-fabricated pool by a country member, runner up in the Best Residential Fibreglass Pool by a country member, and runner up in the Best Residential Fibreglass Pool over $35,000.
The Awards, organised by the Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Victoia, were presented on the night by former Olympic swimming champion, Nicole Livingstone.
The Committee and members of Business Wangaratta congratulate and applaud Bluewave Pools & SPas on these achievements.
Article supplied by Wangaratta Chronicle
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 15 October 2008 )
Networking - Work It Baby
Written by Communications Co-ordinator
Thursday, 02 October 2008
Have you ever attended a networking meeting and not fully considered why you're there and what you are going to do when you get there?
If you nodded your head - you're not alone.
Get a list of rules and guidelines for effective networking here. It will make your next venture into the uncharted waters of a networking meeting a smoother journey.
If you would like to experience a networking meeting - why not try our Business After Hours functions. Simply click on the Business After Hours menu button in the main menu to see when our next function will be held.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 06 November 2008 )
Proposed Speed Reading Course
Written by Training Committee
Thursday, 25 September 2008
How would you like to increase your current reading speed by 2- 4 times while also improving your retention skills?
Please find attached a flyer detailing a course on speed reading that The Centre is keen to run in Term 4 2008.
At this stage a date is still to be set and prospective clients will be requested to provide a couple of dates that would suit them. We need 14 participants to be able to run this one day course in Wangaratta.
To express your interest or should you require any additional information please contact Geoff Gilbert, Program Manager, Personal Development & Employment Team Leader, The Centre for Continuing Education on (03) 5721 0237 or email to
Networking events can be a great way to meet new contacts for potential business opportunities, especially if you are able to network with a range of wholesalers and suppliers from different industries to indentify potential business to business opportunities.
Business Wangaratta's Business After Hours (BAH) is the perfect way to meet business owners and managers to source potential investment opportunities or partnerships in a relaxed atmosphere.
With entry free to all attendees, BAH is a simple and relaxed way to build your contacts for potential future ventures.
For more information and to register for the next BAH on 4th June 2008, contact Malcolm Bradbury on 03 5721 2690 or email:
or visit our Business After Hours page to find out where our next event will be held!!
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 15 October 2008 )
Business Advice sessions at the Wangaratta Government Centre
Written by News Editor
Thursday, 18 September 2008
The Service As from Friday 10 October 2008 the Murray Hume Business Enterprise Centre (MHBEC) will offer free business advice to any existing small to medium sized businesses, home based business or any people thinking about commencing a small business or home based business.
This service coincides with the recent announcement by the Federal Government that funding has been allocated to the MHBEC for the next 4 years to assist in the provision of advisory services to small businesses in Wodonga and the surrounding areas.
When Mick McInerney (Business Advisor with MHBEC) will be available for appointments from 9.00am to 12.30pm on every alternate Friday commencing on Friday 10 October 2008.
Where The Wangaratta Government Centre, 62-68 Ovens Street, Wangaratta.
How to Make an Appointment Call Mick McInerney on 0402 857 041 to arrange an appropriate time for your business advice session.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 15 October 2008 )
Latest VECCI Update
Written by Communications Committee
Thursday, 18 September 2008
We have just posted more information from VECCI (Victorian Employers Chamber of Commerce and Industry) - through our membership - to this web site.
This information, supplied by VECCI, is only available to members of Business Wangaratta. So if you are a member, log on and click on the VECCI menu option.
If you are not a member, download our brochure and find out what it means to be a member of Business Wangaratta.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 15 October 2008 )
SHOP LOCAL AND BE REWARDED!
Written by Marketing Committee
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Gloria Jean’s Coffees, located in the old post office building, Murphy Street, Wangaratta, want you and your family to shop locally. It helps the town by keeping your local dollars, local!
So, to make things a bit easier on the hip pocket, Gloria Jean’s Coffees Wangaratta will give you a 10% discount* on all drink purchases, if you have a receipt from any wangaratta business that weekend.
10% OFF* - JUST FOR SHOPPING LOCALLY!
* One receipt per transaction. Must be a Saturday or Sunday of the same weekend the purchase is made. Discount not applicable to any food purchase in store. Not available on any weekday.
