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Upcoming Events
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
February Priority Networking Night
Time to kick off 2020 at the first BBN social evening of the year! Come along and enjoy delicious finger food, purchase drinks from the bar, catch up with other members and meet some new ones. All members are welcome to bring along a guest to this evening. No need to register, just come along. Hope to see you there!
Find out more »7:45 am - 9:00 am
March Business Breakfast: “Adapt” with Gus Balbontin
Gus Balbontin is often thought of as a futurist, not because he predicts the future, but because he helps you focus on what you can control to deal with any future. From executive director of Lonely Planet, working with companies such as Google X, Nokia and Amazon, Gus moved back to his entrepreneurial roots becoming an investor, founder and mentor across the start-up eco-system in Melbourne. Over the last 3 years, Gus has presented around the world, from audiences of 10…
Find out more »5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
April Networking Night
The BBN social evenings are a great way to meet fellow business people. Come along and enjoy delicious finger food, purchase drinks from the bar, catch up with other members and meet some new ones. No need to register, just come along!
Find out more »5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
ATO Business Workshop #1 – Tax Essentials
At this workshop an ATO specialist will run through the basics of :- * common business structures * business registrations and reporting * expenses you may be able to claim, including motor vehicle, depreciation and home-based business expenses There will be the opportunity to ask questions and have them answered by an ATO professional.
Find out more »5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
ATO Business Workshop #2 – Record Keeping (no GST)
Are you new to business, or thinking of starting a small business? Give your business the best start! This 2 hour introductory workshop is for small businesses who: · want to learn how to keep records to claim all entitled deductions · and are registered for GST. At this event you will have hands-on experience of recording money in and out of your business. You will also learn time-saving tips allowing you to focus on your business. To get the…
Find out more »11:45 am - 2:00 pm
May Business Luncheon
“Sleeping his way to the Top” A conversation with Peter Alexander At age 24, Peter decided it was time to be his own boss and so the Peter Alexander journey began! Working from his Mother’s dining room table Peter began making women’s pyjamas selling to department stores. When the phone rang, to make the business seem bigger Peter and his Mum would pretend to be someone else! “It all started with a simple idea and a simple spot!” From small…
Find out more »5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
ATO Business Workshop #3 – Starting a small business
This workshop will cover:- • The difference between a hobby and a business; • What to do if your hobby turns into a business; • The most common business structures; and • The registrations you may need to be in business Getting it right is important, so come along, ask questions and give your business the best chance of success.
Find out more »7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ATO Workshop #4 – Cash flow for small business success
Cash flow is the life blood for small business. At this workshop you will learn critical knowledge and cash flow management skills. Find out how to identify issues and use a range of tips to help maximise your cash flow, covering the following:- • Mapping cash flow in and out of your business • Analysing your cash flow to head off any problems • Tracking and monitoring your cash flow • Questions are welcome and will be answered by an…
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ATO Workshop #5 – Employer Essentials
If you are a small business with employees or thinking of employing workers, then this workshop will be very helpful. Conducted by ATO specialists, you will learn about: • What to do when you hire workers and how to determine whether they are employees or contractors • Pay as ou go (PAYG) withholding annual reports and payment summaries • How to report fringe benefits for your employees • Superannuation reporting, including due dates Online tools and resources will be shared…
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