Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce

Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organisation which promotes great networking opportunities for businesses in and around the region.

✅️ The Award Nominations Are In! ✅️ Our Finalists Are Confirmed!Now all that's left to do is secure your tickets to the ...
23/07/2026

✅️ The Award Nominations Are In!

✅️ Our Finalists Are Confirmed!

Now all that's left to do is secure your tickets to the Night of Nights ✨️

Join us as we come together at the Greater Dandenong Business Awards Gala Dinner to celebrate excellence, innovation & resilience, expand your network, and enjoy a premium gourmet dinner!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
🍷 Drinks & canapes on arrival
🤝 Pre-event networking
🏆 Prestigious awards presentation
🍽 Gourmet dining & premium drinks
🎉 Door prizes
🤝 Post-event networking

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Secure your table today!
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZZRZKfa

Join us on Wednesday 22nd July for another one of our famous casual networking breakfasts 🍳🥓🥞☕This is a fantastic opport...
08/07/2026

Join us on Wednesday 22nd July for another one of our famous casual networking breakfasts 🍳🥓🥞☕

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your local business network & meet with like-minded individuals, all before the workday begins! 🌞

🗓 Wednesday 22nd July 2026
⏰️ 7:30am - 9:00am (AEST)
📍 Lot 88 On The Park Cafe

Drop by anytime from 7:30am, and stay as long as you'd like.

🎟 Book your spot today - https://www.greaterdandenongchamber.com.au/upcoming-events

30/06/2026

We don't mean to alarm you, but... 😲

Did you know that there are only 4 Days left to nominate your business in the Greater Dandenong Business Awards?

If you've been thinking of nominating a business, or self-nominating your own business, and are yet to do so, consider this your friendly to nominate today!

⏰️ THE CLOCK IS TICKING ⏰️
Nominations close this Friday at 5pm.

🔗 Nominate via our website - https://www.greaterdandenongchamber.com.au/businessawards2026-application-form

✨️ NEW FOR 2026! ✨️We've listened to your feedback from last year's awards and introduced THREE "Brand New" Award Catego...
03/06/2026

✨️ NEW FOR 2026! ✨️

We've listened to your feedback from last year's awards and introduced THREE "Brand New" Award Categories that reflect what matters most to our local business community.

These award categories are:

🏢 LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Recognising high-performing businesses which demonstrate outstanding leadership, sustainable growth and a commitment to their people, customers & the wider community.

🌱 EMERGING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Recognising a new business that has demonstrated innovation, resilience and a strong potential for sustainable growth and long-term success, within its first 3 years of operation.

🛒 RETAIL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Recognising an outstanding retail business that delivers exceptional customer experiences, embraces innovation and demonstrates a commitment to community contributions.

If you've been waiting for the perfect category to put your business in the spotlight, this might just be it! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

Plus, there are another SIX award categories to choose from, so make sure you nominate today!

Don't miss your chance to be part of the most prestigious celebration honoring outstanding businesses in our region.

🔗 Nominate yourself (or another standout business) via our online application form - https://www.greaterdandenongchamber.com.au/businessawards2026-application-form

📆 Nomination applications close at 5pm on Friday 3rd July.

Are you ready for the EOFY? 🤔Stressing over tax season & all of the recent ATO changes & updates? 😬If June 30th feels ov...
29/05/2026

Are you ready for the EOFY? 🤔

Stressing over tax season & all of the recent ATO changes & updates? 😬

If June 30th feels overwhelming then you NEED to get yourself to our insightful Lunch & Learn session - "Smart EOFY Strategies for Small Business".

Get expert advice from three industry-leading tax, legal and business experts to set yourself & your business up for success!

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

💰EOFY Requirements for Trusts and Tax Planning

💰What do the Budget changes mean for Trust structures moving forward

💰Capital Gains Tax Changes

💰Optimise your Tax Returns & Deductions for the EOFY

💰Navigating Tax Debt Negotiation & ATO Payment Plans

💰Ensuring your Business is ATO compliant

💰How to avoid Legal Action and so much more!

YOUR EXPERT PANEL CONSISTS OF:

Olga Koskie - Lawyer & CEO at Tax Assure

Andrew Ferrier - CPA & Partner at MJC Partners Pty Ltd

Wendi Dawson - Growth & Partnerships Manager at TaxAssure

You will get access to a live and unfiltered Q&A session with three of Melbourne's most respected and knowledgeable tax experts.

Secure your seat today. Spots are strictly limited to ensure high-quality Q&A.

📍 Holiday Inn Dandenong
📆 Wednesday 10th June 2026
⏰️ 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Enjoy lunch, learn about tax & finances & connect with other professionals with plenty of time for .

Secure your spot today!
Grab your tickets 🎟 here - https://events.humanitix.com/lunch-and-learn-smart-eofy-strategies-for-small-business

Don't wait until July — act now and get on the front foot for EOFY.

Last week we hosted one of our renownedly popular "Midday Mingle - Lunch & Networking" events, at the gorgeous Lot 88 On...
27/05/2026

Last week we hosted one of our renownedly popular "Midday Mingle - Lunch & Networking" events, at the gorgeous Lot 88 On The Park Cafe in Dandenong South.

As always, it was a delightful afternoon of good food, great company & engaging conversations - it was such a vibe 🙌

At this lunch we also soft-launched our 2026 , outlining the different award categories, the easy online nomination process & all of the benefits that these prestigious awards offer 🏆✨️

Special guests at our lunch were Ryan & Tim from Skatco (last photo), who were finalists in last year's 2025 awards. Skatco are aiming for a win this year, so let the nominations begin!

We look forward to many more networking opportunities like these & can't wait to receive all your business award nominations!

It's the moment we've all been waiting for ..... Nominations for the GDCC Business Awards 2026 are now officially OPEN! ...
19/05/2026

It's the moment we've all been waiting for .....

Nominations for the GDCC Business Awards 2026 are now officially OPEN! 🎉

The Greater Dandenong Chamber Of Commerce’s Business Awards are back, and are bigger & better than ever!

It’s time to celebrate all of the incredible businesses & people that make our region thrive!

These awards are an opportunity to:

🏆 Gain recognition & credibility in the local business community

🏆 Showcase your business to peers, partners, clients and customers

🏆 Inspire others with your innovation & outstanding business excellence

🏆 Open doors to endless new opportunities & connections

Know a standout entrepreneur, a growing business, or an organisation doing meaningful work? We want to hear all about them.

The GDCC Business Awards are free to enter, are open to both members and non-members of the chamber, and remember you can also self-nominate!

📅 Nominations close at 5:00pm on Friday 3rd July 2026.

✨️ It's your time to shine ✨️
🔗 Nominate today via - https://lnkd.in/gQpmqfV7

We recently hosted our very first Chamber "Pitch & Connect Breakfast," and WOW what an event it was! 🙌Hosted at the beau...
15/05/2026

We recently hosted our very first Chamber "Pitch & Connect Breakfast," and WOW what an event it was! 🙌

Hosted at the beautiful facilities at the Holiday Inn Dandenong, an IHG Hotel it was truly a privilege to gather so many incredible businesses all in the same room; and hear from their great minds. It was honestly an inspirational morning ✨️

After some initial mingling and enjoying a tasty breakfast, we kicked off our .

All participants popped their business cards into a hat, and names were randomly drawn to take centre stage and deliver their best "elevator pitch". 🎤

With 3-minutes on the clock for each individual, the session was equal parts informative, engaging and insightful!

Overall, we heard from 20+ different people who shared their professional stories. Stories about their business, their products and services, goals and mission, as well as hearing about the loyal teams that helps make it all happen.

A Big shout-out goes to Wes & Ken from Form A Sign Pty Ltd, who very kindly donated an esky to raffle off as a door prize. And Congratulations to Maurelio Gomes who was the lucky winner 🎉

Events like this are not just great networking opportunities, they're truly a transformative experience where plenty of genuine connections, and even friendships, are made 🫶

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❓️Are you struggling to grow your business? ❓️Want to get your company profile out to a wider audience, but have no idea...
07/04/2026

❓️Are you struggling to grow your business?

❓️Want to get your company profile out to a wider audience, but have no idea where to start?

❓️Maybe you're a start-up or an entrepreneur looking for a unique way to find new contacts?

IF THIS IS YOU, WE HAVE THE PERFECT SOLUTION! 🙌

Join us at the Chamber Coffee & Collab - Pitch & Connect Breakfast, for a networking event with a difference.

At this event you'll get the opportunity to connect with local business people from a diverse mix of industry sectors, share ideas, and grow your network in a friendly and informal setting.

PLUS, you'll also have the opportunity to "pitch" your business, workplace, products and services to a room full of Greater Dandenong's most respected professionals.

This is a valuable opportunity to:

🎤 Get 3-minutes on the mic to give us your best "elevator pitch"

🤝 Build genuine connections with other local businesses

💡 Exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaboration

🔎 Grow your visibility in the Greater Dandenong business community

🗓️ Thursday 30th April 2026
⏰️ 7:00am – 9:00am (AEST)
📍 Holiday Inn Dandenong

PLEASE NOTE: Pitching is optional.
You are more than welcome to attend for pure networking purposes only, and there is no obligation to pitch if you do not wish to.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! This is an opportunity not to be missed.

Get yours today before they sell out - https://events.humanitix.com/chamber-coffee-and-collab-pitch-and-connect-breakfast

What an incredible afternoon of conversation & networking .... with an incredible bunch of the loveliest people 🥰 Today ...
25/03/2026

What an incredible afternoon of conversation & networking .... with an incredible bunch of the loveliest people 🥰

Today we hosted our 'Midday Mingle' lunchtime networking event at the beautiful Dandelion Lounge & Eatery at our Partner's

Delicious food, engaging conversations & even better company, created an ideal environment for the best connections!

One of the things we love most about hosting these events is the super casual nature, friendly vibes, and of course, seeing all the genuine connections that are made.

Thanks to all who came along & here's to more of this please! 🙌♥️

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Melbourne, VIC
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Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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