Community Business Connect

12/08/2026

Every business has a story, and behind every recovery is a team of people willing to help.
When the 2026 Victorian bushfires impacted businesses across the region, High Country Estate reached out to the Business Recovery Advisory Service after becoming eligible through the Mansfield Shire LGA. Together, we worked alongside the team to navigate available support, identify opportunities, and develop practical strategies to help the business move forward with confidence.

The Business Recovery Advisory Service provides free, confidential, one-on-one support to help businesses understand the assistance available and build resilience for the future.
Today, High Country Estate is writing an exciting new chapter, continuing to welcome visitors with its stunning gardens, maze, gallery, café and events, proving that with the right support, regional businesses can recover, adapt and thrive.

We're proud to have walked alongside them on their journey.

Read their full story here: https://business.vic.gov.au/learning-and-advice/faces-of-small-business/high-country-estate

22/07/2026

Are you stressed about budgeting?
Are you needing assistance with a marketing strategy?
Is your cash flow struggling?

We can help......... for free.

Register below if you live in Alpine Shire Council Strathbogie Shire Council Campaspe Shire Council Towong Shire Council Wodonga Council Shire Council Mansfield Shire Council

https://business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/business-recovery-advisory-service-2026

21/07/2026

Started a website but never finished it? Or is your current website in need of a refresh?

Community Business Connect can help.

Your website is often the only digital asset you truly own, and for many businesses, it's the very first impression potential customers have of your brand. A well-designed website doesn't just look good it creates a seamless customer journey that builds trust and turns visitors into customers.

Whether you need to finish what you started, improve the customer experience, or give your website a complete refresh, we're here to help.

Reach out today for a friendly chat.

16/07/2026

Struggling to keep on top of your bookkeeping?

Community Business Connect is here to help.

Our local, boots-on-the-ground team can work with you to organise your finances, streamline your bookkeeping, and take the stress out of managing the numbers, so you can focus on running your business.

Get in touch today for a friendly, no-obligation chat.

[email protected]

1300 844 420

09/07/2026

Today marks 6 months on from the recent bushfires. We continue to stand alongside businesses in the recovery process.

If your business has been in anyway effected by the recent bushfires please reach out.

https://cbconnect.com.au/small-business-financial-counselling/

26/06/2026

25/06/2026

Last week, our Business Recovery Advisory team was delighted to attend the Murrindindi Shire Council Business Brunch at the beautiful Club.
It was a fantastic morning of networking, making new connections, and finally putting faces to names. We also had the opportunity to hear from one the leading NAB economists, who shared valuable insights into the current economic landscape and what it means for regional businesses.
We were proud to introduce the Business Recovery Advisory Service and explain how we're supporting local businesses impacted by the recent bushfires.
A big thank you to Murrindindi Shire Council for inviting us and for bringing the local business community together.
If you live or operate a business in the Murrindindi Shire and have experienced a downturn in trade, cancellations, reduced visitation, supply chain issues, or other impacts since the bushfires, you may be eligible for free business support.
Don't rule yourself out register today to find out if you're eligible.

👉 Register here: https://business.vic.gov.au/media/grants-and-programs/bushfire-recovery-advisory-service-2026

Business Victoria

09/06/2026

Register and book now!

Business Victoria is offering free and confidential one-on-one business advice sessions at the Mansfield Visitor Information Centre (Station Precinct) on 11 and 15 June, from 9am–5pm, to help local businesses get back on track.

The Business Recovery Advisory Service will run sessions throughout the day, delivered by experienced advisers. Support is available across two key areas:

• Business support, including assessing your situation, recovery planning, accessing available support, and advice on marketing, online visibility, insurance, staffing and cashflow

• Financial support, including understanding your finances, managing debt, negotiating with lenders and planning for the future

Each session is 30 minutes, free, confidential and tailored to your needs. Eligible residents are welcome to book one or both sessions.

Bookings are essential – register via the link below to secure your session(s).

https://business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/business-recovery-advisory-service-2026/business-recovery-advisory-service-2026-registration-form

06/06/2026

Feeling the pressure in business right now?
You're not alone.
Whether you're struggling with marketing, social media, budgeting, cash flow, business planning or simply need a sounding board, our team of experienced business advisors is here to help.
✔ Marketing & Branding
✔ Social Media Strategy
✔ Budgeting & Cash Flow
✔ Business Planning
✔ Financial Guidance
✔ Confidential One-on-One Support
The best part? It's completely free.
If you live or work in Alpine, Benalla, Moira, Campaspe, Mansfield, Murrindindi, Towong or Corangamite Shires, you may be eligible for support.
No jargon. No judgement. Just practical advice from people who understand the challenges regional businesses are facing.

Register today https://business.vic.gov.au/media/grants-and-programs/bushfire-recovery-advisory-service-2026

28/05/2026

FREE DIGITAL DROP IN 📱

We will be in Yackandandah, Wednesday 10th June at the Community Centre assisting with your digital dilemmas.

Bring your phone, laptop or tablet along and we will assist in those quick fixes for you. Things like

- 2 step Authenticator
- Downloading and uploading programs
- Revising Security settings

And many more.

See you there!