Victoria Business Centre
Eastern Metropolitan Region
520 Canterbury Road
Vermont Vic 3131

The VBC Vermont is based in the eastern metropolitan area. Business people can access, not only the services provided by the Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development, but the whole of government and private sector information. Some of the services we provide include:

• Information about starting a business
• Providing referrals to specialists as required
• Workshops and seminars on business topics
• Administering government programs and initiatives
• Access to industry database for research purposes

SERVICES FOR ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES(GYB)

The Grow Your Business Program aims to assist the growth & development of Victorian businesses through the:

Business Strategic Review – designed to provide a snapshot, insight and analysis into businesses operations and direction; identify and prioritise areas requiring attention or change. (Individuals firms can apply for a grant of 75% of total project cost, up to a maximum of $4,000).

Business Development Plan – designed to provide a comprehensive, flexible strategic plan for future growth and opportunity. It assists organisations to pinpoint where they want to go and how they are going to get there. (Individual firms can apply for a grant of 50% of total project cost, up to a maximum of $7,500).

OPENING DOORS TO EXPORT

The Opening Doors to Export plan helps existing Victorian companies in their export ventures by providing a range of programs to assist companies develop and implement export opportunities. For more information on export visit the Victoria governments export webiste at www.business.vic.gov.au/exporting, an electronic assistance centre which helps businesses access advice, assistance and programs relating to export

OTHER SERVICES FOR BUSINESS

The Business Victoria Website www.business.vic.gov.au is a comprehensive online resource deisgned to help you start, run and grow your business. Alternatively contact the Victoria Business Line on 13 22 15

Intender Kits

Contact the Victoria Business Centre office and they will provide you with an information pack to get you moving in the right direction. They can also provide you with tailored information to suit your business needs. Tel: 9874 5733.

IBIS World

Reserve a time at the Victoria Business Centre  Vermont to research online industry and market reports (free of charge). Tel:9874 5733

Business Referral Service (BRS)

Arrange a free one hour consultation with an accountant or solicitor

Under New Management Program (UNM)

Business Information and low-cost training workshops on Going into Business; Buying a Franchise; Signing a Retail Lease and Strategic Business Planning.

Small Business Mentoring Services (SBMS)

Choose a mentor at www.sbms.org.au , complete and submit the “Book Now” tab and we’ll contact you, or phone the Victoria Business Centre in Vermont on 9874 5733.

Victorian small business commissioner – www.sbc.vic.gov.au

The website explains the role of the Commissioner and how small businesses can access help or advice and give information about the Retail Leases Act.