Pomonal Native Flower Show Sat 30-Sep & Sun 1-Oct 9am-4pm

GABN's BIG Business After Dark (B.A.D.) Night @ RSL Thurs 5-Oct-23

Join the Greater Ararat Business Network as they present - Adapting to Change with OAM Ellie Cole and last Commander of the HMAS Ararat LTCMDR David Martinussen.

• DATE:  Thursday 5-October-23
• LOCATION:  Ararat RSL
• TIME:  6:00 PM

 The world is constantly changing and as business owners and operators, learning to adapt to change is essential. Ellie and David present their lived experiences when it comes to high-performance change, whether managing a team under extreme circumstances or adapting to life after living as a paralympic athlete for over 2 decades.

The night promises not to disappoint with quality speakers coupled with local wines and a fine dining experience as the RSL showcases their new Executive Chef Bushan Deojee, fresh from the world-class Marriott Hotel global group.

The night offers 3 luxurious courses paired with local wines - something for everyone to enjoy!

Booking is essential via Eventbrite by 2 October.

(Non Member Booking) - (GABN Member Booking)

Finucane & Smith's Travelling Dance Hall Sat 7-Oct @ Willaura Memorial Hall 7:30-9pm

https://www.ararattownhall.com.au/event/finucane-smiths-travelling-dance-hall-2/

Mark your calendars for the arrival of Finucane and Smith's Travelling Dance Hall to be held at the Willaura Memorial Hall.

Ararat City Band Presents the Grampians Brass Festival 7-Oct 7pm

 

https://www.ararattownhall.com.au/event/grampians-brass-festival/

Rotundone Road Wine & Music Festival Sat 14-Oct-23 Hosted by Mountainside Wines

https://www.rotundoneroad.com.au/

Enjoy an entertainment filled day along Rotundone Road, visiting Mount Langi Ghiran, Mountainside Wines, and Dogrock Winery. Showcasing the best cool climate wines from each winery, relax into the day with a bottle of wine and food of your choice from one of the pre-booked food items (available with your ticket purchase).
Stop in at Dogrock to hear local singer/songwriter Donna Maddison, as you enjoy a pizza from local pizzeria Wood Fired Pizza 2 You. Make your way to Mountainside Wines for Chicken with an Asian slaw and an Asian style dressing, or tapas and listen to The OAFs with singer Rosie Willis play classic hits overlooking the vineyards. Further along call in at Mount Langi Ghiran where the Brother’s Bishop Band will play a mix of original, jazz and popular music. Locally grown Langi lamb souvlaki will be available for pre-order and are matched with a selection of wines.
Tickets for entry to the wineries can be purchased for $25.00 per person at rotundoneroad.com.au. Food is also available for purchase when buying your tickets through the website and a range of meals and prices is on offer. For more information, please contact Jane Goninon at Mountainside Wines on 03 5354 3279.

Central Grampians LLEN Growing Up Online @ Town Hall 23-Oct 6:30pm-8pm

https://www.ararattownhall.com.au/event/growing-up-online/

"Growing Up Online-Cyber Safety Session for Parent"

An informative and entertaining session for Parents and carers with Susan McLean’s famous ‘no-nonsense’ approach and will cover the positive benefits of technology, as well as what parents need to be aware of

This 90-minute session will cover the following topics – What kids are doing online – Online grooming- Cyberbullying – Sharing nudes and sexting – Potential dangers and safety tips – Problematic internet use and gaming issues.

GABN Business After Dark (B.A.D.) Grampians Adventures Wed 25-Oct-23

Save the date for our next Business After Dark with Hosts Tom and Cate Clark of Grampians Adventures on Wed 25-Oct-23

Stay tuned for more details...

East Grampians Business Awards Gala Celebration 2023 Ararat Town Hall 26-Oct-23

https://www.ararat.vic.gov.au/council/ceremonies/2023-east-grampians-business-awards

The East Grampians Business Awards is an opportunity for businesses to reflect on their current practices and receive recognition for a job well done. In addition, the Awards aim to inspire our community to become more involved in supporting local business and bring greater awareness to the connections between businesses, local employment, and the overall prosperity of our community. The winners will be announced at a prestigious Business Awards Gala presentation evening held at the Ararat Town Hall on 26-Oct-23. Invitations to the dinner will be sent to all entrants, sponsors, and businesses across our region.

 

Applications for each award category now closed, however, the People's Choice Award Voting is still open until 1-October

The 2023 People's Choice Award is awarded to the business that you think should be recognised as the deserving winner due to their hard work and dedication to providing a service to the Ararat Rural City Council municipality and its visitors. This award is voted by you, the people, and the winner will be presented with their award at the Business Awards Gala presentation evening. Voting is simple. From 4 September 2023 right through until 1 October 2023, you will have the ability to cast a vote for three businesses you feel are the most deserving for this award. A limit of one vote per person is imposed. Keep an eye out for the voting page on Council's website!

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