	{"id":112633,"date":"2026-03-23T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-22T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bendigotimes\/?p=112633"},"modified":"2026-03-19T21:16:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:16:59","slug":"survey-seeks-business-sector-submissions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bendigotimes\/news\/survey-seeks-business-sector-submissions\/","title":{"rendered":"Survey seeks business sector submissions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BUSINESSES from across the region have been invited to take part in the City of Greater Bendigo&#8217;s 2026 Business Support Survey.<\/p>\n<p>The survey aims to identify current challenges local businespeople are facing in enterprise, to understand priorities and opportunities for growth, and shape future programs, projects and workshops.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also designed to support the City in advocating to other key organisations on behalf of local businesses to address &#8220;systemic issues&#8221; and includes questions about business operations, skills and training, marketing and promotion and industry development within the business community.<\/p>\n<p>CoGB manager economy and experience James Myatt said the annual questionnaire provides essential insights on the top priorities for businesses in the region.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;(It) will help gauge business confidence in our community and allows business owners to provide invaluable feedback that influences the growth of our economy,&#8221; he said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Feedback ensures the programs, workshops, and advocacy we deliver are impactful and relevant to supporting local businesses to thrive.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>He said the City is encouraging business operators, no matter how big or small, to get involved.&#8221;Tell us about your business challenges, needs, and priorities over the next 12 months and help build a stronger business community,&#8221; he said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Your feedback will also help identify barriers and opportunities for local businesses throughout the region.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This will guide how the City can provide more ways to support local businesses so they can continue to develop and thrive in our community.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>To complete the survey, which is open until Thursday 9 April, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/letstalkgreaterbendigo.com.au\/city-greater-bendigo-business-support-survey-2026\">Let&#8217;s Talk Greater Bendigo<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BUSINESSES from across the region have been invited to take part in the City of Greater Bendigo&#8217;s 2026 Business Support Survey. 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