Businesses across Melbourne’s South-east have been upskilling and modernising their operations during the pandemic.
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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 the pandemic. They are inspiring, interesting and thought-provoking, highlighting stories of recovery.
Esme Bamblett
Keeping conversation flowing among Aboriginal Elders
Aboriginal Elders across Melbourne are staying connected with their culture during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Julie Turner with international students
My Local Life program creates community for international students
‘My Local Life’ has created a vital support network for international students facing isolation during the coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic.
Emma Bamblett and Megan Van Den Berg
Kinya Lerrk takes Aboriginal Victorians on a sensory journey to Country
With help from a grant from the First Peoples’ Business Support Fund, two artists have repivoted their business to trade through the pandemic.
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.
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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.
