Small Business Bus to visit Lorne

LOCAL businesses can get access to free professional assistance from the Victorian government’s Small Business Bus at Lorne.

The bus will be located at the Lorne Visitor Information Centre on February 27.

Expert advisers from the Monarch Institute are available to help develop business ideas, discuss key issues and set business plans.

Surf Coast Shire councillor Leon Walker said the bus’s visit offered an exciting opportunity for the local community.

“Starting and running a business is challenging, and any chance to gain some free expert advice that might help your business succeed is valuable.

“Small businesses are such an important part of our local economy and community. We want to see all Surf Coast businesses thriving.

“Thank you to Business Victoria for making this resource available.”

Sessions will be 45 minutes in length and all discussions are confidential.

The bus will be located in the Lorne Visitor Information Centre car park from 10am to 4pm.

Limited spots are available, and bookings are essential.

For more information, head to business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/small-business-bus