Business bus in Ararat

Small business operators in Ararat will be able to access support and government business services when the Small Business Bus visits the rural city on June 27.

The Small Business Bus features small-business mentoring specialists skilled in marketing, finance, human resources and sales.

The experts have extensive experience in operating small businesses and in senior business management roles.

In 2017 more than 1180 small businesses accessed free on-board mentoring, while a further 4980 received assistance from information officers as part of the bus program.

Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford said the June visit would benefit Ararat business owners, who might not have the time or resources to otherwise access the available support.

“The Small Business Bus is a great service for Ararat and district businesses to have access to expert face-to-face advice,” she said.

“This program plays an important part in Labor’s commitment to providing Victorians with greater access to government support services to encourage business and jobs growth in every region of the state.”

The Small Business Bus will be at Ararat Performing Arts Centre forecourt at 201 Barkly Street from 10am to 4pm.

Free mentoring sessions on board the bus are limited and bookings are essential.

People seeking more information or to book a session can visit website business.vic.gov.au/ sbb or call Small Business Victoria on 132 215.