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 125.9, 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 56.9
Since Wangaratta is also a great place to shop, why not save both ways and do your shopping in Wangaratta, while filling up with cheaper fuel?
Ten Commandments for better networking
Written by Editor
Wednesday, 01 August 2007
Business networking can bring great results, but only when it is properly managed. Business owners are advised to adhere to the 10 commandments of successful business networking:
have the tools to network with you at all times;
set a goal for the number of people you will meet;
act like a host, not a guest;
listen and ask questions;
do not try to close a deal;
give referrals whenever possible;
exchange business cards;
manage your time efficiently;
write notes on the backs of business cards you collect; and
Follow up.
(My Business Magazine September 2006)
Last Updated ( Monday, 04 February 2008 )
WEB SITE ADVERTISING
Written by Committee
Thursday, 01 November 2007
There was never a better time than right now to take advantage of website advertising. At only $22.00 per month (inc GST) you get a banner advertisement that pops up when a page is either visited or refreshed.
Along with your advertisement, and providing you are a Business Wangaratta member, you get a free profile of your business on the website.
More and more people are visiting our website each week so the exposure you get will certainly impact on your sales in the near future.
Visit www.businesswangaratta.com.au and tap into another database of potential customers.
Last Updated ( Monday, 04 February 2008 )
Dealing with debt: your rights and responsibilities
Written by Business News
Wednesday, 02 January 2008
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission and the Australian Securities & Investment Commission (ASIC) have issued a joint publication.
Some Australian organisations run into problems when developing a business plan.
Typical problems include an inability to take an outsider's approach when examining the business and not always having the right information available when making decisions on strategy.
Attempting to follow traditional strategy development methodology models if those models do not fit the business need or size can also generate problems.
One of the greatest challenges for business owners developing a business plan involves keeping the messages simple and the execution consistent.
When developing a plan, a business should examine its personnel policy, customer service relationships, growth and operational processes.
Last Updated ( Monday, 04 February 2008 )
Petrol Prices
Written by Humour committee
Wednesday, 06 August 2008
It is getting harder to fill the tank! Business Wangaratta is aware of several fuel saver schemes which are operating in, or will soon be coming to Wangaratta. While not in a position to recommend or endorse any particular scheme, we do suggest that all motorists be vigilant and take advantage of any discount offers that are available in Wangaratta, to help keep both the tank and the wallet full!
Meetings of the Business Wangaratta committee are held monthly on the third Wednesday of each month. The venue varies between members of business Wangaratta. To confirm the venue and time please contact our Secretary via
or our Executive Officer on 03 5721 2690 during business hours.
At most of these meetings all members are encouraged to attend and have input.
If you would like to make a presentation to the committee please contact our President via
or our Secretary on 03 5721 2690
In addition to these meetings, a series of Business After Hours events operates each year on the first Wednesday of the month from February to December. This program involves a variety of local businesses hosting social evenings ideal for networking and friendship. Details of these events will be posted on this site well in advance. Attendance is free. Register your attendance to the next Business After Hours event or contact our Executive Officer on 03 5721 2690 during business hours for more information.
As a member of Business Wangaratta, you receive many benefits. Firstly, only members are able to log in to the members area of this site, which contains a lot of information not accessible to the general public.
Membership of Business Wangaratta recently became more varied and now you have a choice of five categories:
If you have 1-19 employees (including yourself) the annual subscription fee is $115.00
If you have 20+ employees (including yourself) the annual subscription fee is $230.00
If you are a Local Association or Group the annual subscription fee is $71.00
If you are a Non Local association or Group the annual subscription fee is $105.00
If you are a general member of the public and want to be a supporter of Business Wangaratta the annual subscription fee is $60.00
The membership year commences 1st July with all memberships due by 30th June for the coming year.
Memberships can be accepted on a pro-rata basis upon apllication.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 May 2010 )
Our Strategic Partners
Written by Editor
Friday, 01 February 2008
BusinessWangaratta works with various strategic partners to increase the range of our activities and to bring better services to the region. Some of these are listed below:
Murray Hume Business Enterprise Centre
The Murray Hume Business Enterprise Centre has offices in Albury and Wodonga providing assistance to those intending to start or buy a small business, and to existing business operators seeking to expand or diversify. They also offer an outreach service to areas such as Wangaratta, Mt Beauty and Beechworth.
The diverse range of services available includes checklists and information sheets, access to CCH's Business Benchmarks, mentoring programs, business plan templates and opportunities for business operators to expand their networks and business connections.
As a Registered Training Organisation, workshops and training courses are offered including Certificate IV in Business (Small Business Management), Marketing and Franchising courses. MHBEC has developed an MOU with Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE to offer business training programs in Wangaratta.
The Murray Hume BEC also operates a business incubator in Wodonga, providing serviced office accommodation for newly emerging businesses or those seeking to move their business from a home based environment.
Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI)
Servicing more than 25,000 organisations each year, VECCI is an independent, non-government body formed by the business community specifically to represent business needs. They work closely with BusinessWangarattaon all employment issues important to the local business community.
WangNET
Our partner and official supplier of internet services to BusinessWangaratta.
It is getting harder to fill the tank! Business Wangaratta is aware of several fuel saver schemes which are operating in, or will soon be coming to Wangaratta. While not in a position to recommend or endorse any particular scheme, we do suggest that all motorists be vigilant and take advantage of any discount offers that are available in Wangaratta, to help keep both the tank and the wallet full! 