Guide to Victoria Cities and Shires
Use Victoria cities and shires information to grow your business in Victoria, Australia
By Patti Richards, Free Lance Writer, PGWRites Communications
Victoria, Australia shires and cities have shire councils or city councils as their form of governance. The members of the community elect city and shire councils. A mayor runs a city and a shire president runs a shire. Each council also has a CEO that is an employee of the city or shire. Use information about Victoria cities and shires to:
1. Develop relationships with the appropriate council shires in Victoria Australia for the type of business you do.
2. Find ways to get involved in the local government of Victoria cities and shires.
3. Work with shire and city officials to promote your business as a contributing member of the community.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Work with the right Victoria government departments for permits and licenses for your business
Getting the right paperwork to the proper department means saves times and money when starting a business in a Victoria shire or city. The right beginning establishes your business as a quality organization with city officials and shire residents.
I recommend: Go to the Australian Business Register to apply for an Australian business number for tax purposes. Business.gov.au provides users with information on how to get started in business in Victoria and other Australian states.
Get involved in Victoria city shires government for a strong presence in the community
The best way to let people know your concern for the local government area where your business is located is to get involved. Local politics are a great way to not only get the word out about your business, but to promote a positive community feeling toward the type of work you do.
I recommend: Visit Vicnet, Victoria's Community Information Portal for information on the various shire councils in Victoria. The Department of Local Government and Housing provides contact information to shire councils and local government departments.
Contribute to shires in Victoria by donating time and money to community causes
Become a friend of the shire by supporting local causes and organization through you business. This establishes you as someone who is dedicated to a strong local government area and an active member of the community where you do business.
I recommend: The White Hat Guide to Philanthropy in Australia and Ourcommunity.com.au offers information on philanthropic opportunities for business owners in Victoria.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Use Victoria, Australia government business listings as a way to get to know other business owners in the shires or cities where you have a business presence.
