Latest News
• Add My News • Search Old News
Sign Up Now For ‘Grow Me The Money’ Business ProgramAdopting sustainable business practices doesn’t just mean a healthier planet; it also means a healthier bottom line. By Latrobe City Council - 11th December 2009 - Back to News But how do you access information on how to become more sustainable? ‘Grow Me the Money’, an online business program supported by VECCI (Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry) and the EPA Victoria (Environmental Protection Authority), encourages local small to medium enterprise owners to think about the way they use energy and water resources and to facilitate change towards more sustainable practices.
Latrobe City’s coordinator business development, Donna Starkey, said that the program delivered a twelve step plan to encourage proprietors to really think about the way their business operates.
"The twelve step plan takes business owners through reviewing their current sustainable practices, recording their energy use for the previous twelve month period, developing and then implementing an action plan to make changes, meeting with a business support officer and then exploring options to purchase sustainable products.
"The program shows businesses how to use fewer resources, generate less waste and ultimately save money. Businesses will receive ongoing support through the twelve months of the program, access to tools to establish sustainable practices, certification, reports and the ability to reduce their carbon footprint," Ms Starkey said.
"As an incentive to sign up to the next twelve month program, the first five Latrobe City businesses that register before 25 December 2009 and quote ‘Green 10’ will receive a Grow Me the Money Total Care package valued at $348, for free.
"This program offers the chance to network with other business people who have either been through the program, or are about to undertake it. The support from those on the ‘Grow Me the Money’ team is just as important, and the end result is a win-win situation for the environment and the business profit," Ms Starkey concluded.
For more information, or to register, visit www.growmethemoney.com.au or call 03 8662 5333.
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: news@gippsland.com
Related Articles- Latrobe City Business Festival returns with free October events connecting businesses, employers, job seekers and industry partners
Latrobe City’s 2026 Business Festival runs October 14–23, offering free jobs expos, workshops, networking, professional development and business events connecting employers, workers, students and industry. - Bass Coast businesses celebrated at 2026 Business Awards, recognising excellence and community contribution
The 2026 Bass Coast Business Awards celebrated local business excellence, with Phillip Island Tenpin Bowling & Entertainment Centre named Business of the Year after winning four awards. - Gippsland small business triumphs with award-winning High Country Hooch Distilling Enterprise at Glenaladale near Bairnsdale
High Country Hooch Distilling owners Paul and Leanne Poulter won Best New Business at the Gippsland Business Awards, growing their Glenaladale venture into a handcrafted spirits and tasting-room destination. - Six Latrobe Valley businesses receive funding to diversify, boost productivity and strengthen supply chains during economic transition
Six Latrobe Valley businesses will receive funding through the Gippsland Supply Chain Resilience Program to improve productivity, purchase equipment, expand markets and strengthen supply chains amid regional economic transition. - Bass Coast Council launches mobile business pilot, creating new trading opportunities across six locations
Bass Coast Council is inviting mobile businesses to apply for a 12-month trading pilot across six locations in Phillip Island, Anderson and Inverloch, with applications closing 27 November 2026. - East Gippsland Council connects local contractors with upcoming projects, opportunities and business support initiatives on 21 August 2026
Around 80 local contractors attended East Gippsland Shire Council’s annual breakfast, gaining insights into upcoming projects, procurement opportunities, tendering processes and business support initiatives for local enterprises. - East Gippsland Shire Council seeks $4M election funding to unlock 600 new homes through Lucknow drainage upgrades
East Gippsland Council is seeking $4 million for Lucknow drainage upgrades, enabling up to 600 new homes while addressing flooding and supporting sustainable growth. - East Gippsland Councillors take council in community program to Twin Rivers district for local engagement on 29 September 2026
East Gippsland Councillors will visit Bruthen, Johnsonville and Metung on September 29, meeting residents and businesses to discuss local priorities, challenges and opportunities through Council’s community engagement program. - East Gippsland Council begins targeted roadside slashing program to reduce fire risks ahead of approaching fire season
East Gippsland Shire Council has begun targeted roadside slashing ahead of fire season, prioritising vegetation growth, local conditions and emerging fire risks, with progress updates available online. - Bass Coast Shire Council seeks community input to shape future grants program and strengthen local community initiatives until 4 October 2026
Bass Coast Council is reviewing its Community Grants Program, inviting residents and groups to help shape funding priorities supporting local projects, events, climate action and community initiatives. - Reliable water access drives Busch Organics' sustainable farming success and secures its fourth-generation future in East Gippsland
Busch Organics relies on Mitchell River and groundwater to sustain organic vegetable production, while soil moisture technology, sustainable practices and family farming strengthen productivity and future generations. - Paynesville Maritime Precinct officially opens following $13M investment to boost boating, tourism, jobs and local business growth
Paynesville’s $13 million Slip Road Maritime Precinct officially opened, delivering improved waterfront access, jetties and boating facilities to boost tourism, local businesses, jobs and Gippsland Lakes recreation.
|
|
