With help from a grant from the First Peoples’ Business Support Fund, two artists have repivoted their business to trade through the pandemic.
Emma Bamblett and Megan Van Den Berg
COVID-19 Response & Recovery
We're showcasing the innovative and agile people and businesses who have adapted to working or doing business in the new environment created by coronavirus. They are inspiring, interesting and thought-provoking, highlighting stories of recovery.
Samaritan House project upon completion image credit to FormFlow
The small homes making a big difference
A Geelong-based manufacturer, a university and a men’s crisis accommodation are paving the way in creating sustainable housing.
Jockey raising his arms and happy that he has won the melbourne cup
Victoria races back to life
The state is back open for business with the long weekend marking the return of major events in Victoria.
Alex Power, founder of Delivr
A start up success being delivered in Ballarat by young entrepreneur
Studying in Australia gave Alex a unique opportunity to explore his entrepreneurial side. Now his delivery platform is helping businesses in Ballarat.
Screen capture of singers singing via online chat
Connecting through singing in lockdown
Members of a trailblazing community choir have stayed connected in lockdown through online video performances.
Image of Banksia home which are being manufactured and shipped to Senegal for a German Foreign Aid project
Campbellfield business hits a home run during the pandemic
Dr Jackson Yin’s kit home business pivoted online during lockdown, thanks to a $50,000 Business Victoria innovation grant.
Image of steam over bamboo trays. Text overlay - Chefs out West
Around the world on a plate in Maribyrnong
Get a taste of cuisines from around the globe in Melbourne’s west.
Image of 3 people showing their craft goods
Women’s business incubator fostering new beginnings
Women from culturally diverse communities are being empowered through a business incubator, funded by the Victorian Government.
Maddy outside near colourful flowers
Maddy’s dream job delivers training, experience and security
Maddy Gallagher found herself stuck at a crossroads after finishing Year 12, but she’s now got a job that she loves.
Drone equipment
Family business SYPAQ is right at home in Fishermans Bend
David Vicino speaks about family and work as if they’re one and the same – because for his family-owned business, they are.
Photo of Del Delpitiya with farm in the background
Paying it forward: meet the Sri Lankan migrant helping farmers get the workers they need
Helping struggling Victorian farmers recruit and retain thousands of workers during harvest is keeping Del Delpitiya busy during the pandemic.
Members of the Papua New Guinea Women’s Association of Victoria, Sister’s Connection
Connecting through cooking and craft
A group of Papua New Guinean women are building a better support network, thanks to a program of events funded through the Let’s Stay Connected Fund.
Family of four reading books. Parents wearing masks.
One year on - reflections on COVID-19 in a Museums Victoria showcase
A digital snapshot of stories collected across the suburbs of Melbourne in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gillian and Ruby painting a tree together
Community minded: Frankston North project combats loneliness during lockdown
An art workshop by Big hART funded through a Victorian Government grant has connected generations in meaningful and lasting ways.
Soccer players training with bright lights
Funding boost lights up Waverley City Soccer Club
Waverley City Soccer Club will have a new home ground advantage for the growing number of football participants within the community.
participant riding horse with black and white prints
New opportunities on track for people with a disability
VIDEO: A new horse-riding centre has opened as part of a program that gives people with a disability the opportunity to ride horses.
Laura, the owner of the Little Bumble business is smiling and standing in infront of a Little Bumble signage.
From Little Bumble to big buzz
Business mentoring helps Little Bumble beeswax food wraps business grow from local hobby to national success.
Harry holding a bucket of coffee beans ready to be roated. He is standing next to a coffee roaster.
Rutherglen bakery rises above the challenges
Valentines Bakery strengthened its business with a Victorian Government Regional Jobs Funds grant, helping it to expand.
