Kingston Business

04/06/2026

Are you coming to the Kingston Farmers' Market this Saturday 6 June?

You'll find 40+ stallholders, including:

👉Hills Butter – creators of bold, artisan compound
butters made with fresh local dairy
👉ACIDE Pickles – serving up fermented favourites
including cucumber, onion, kimchi and sauerkraut
👉The Fermentologist – crafting naturally fermented
fruit honeys in vibrant berry flavours
👉The Orange Lady – back with fresh, full‑of‑flavour
winter citrus, including oranges and mandarins

We look forward to seeing you at Kingston Heath Reserve on Centre Dandenong Road, Cheltenham (opposite DFO Moorabbin) from 8:00am to 12:30pm.

Entry is $2 donation to the Rotary Club of Chelsea.

03/06/2026

Supporting Small Business

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) offer a suite of masterclasses designed to strengthen your small business knowledge.

🔸9 June 2026, 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Tax time essentials: Claiming deductions for your home-based business.

🔸16 June 2026, 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Tax time essentials: Claiming small business tax deductions.

🔸23 June 2026, 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Tax time essentials: How to successfully report, pay and lodge correctly.

Register here:
www.ato.webex.com/webappng/sites/ato/webinar/webinarSeries/register/7e7995351db5446692d45a8ddafb1c10

02/06/2026

Step into the future of retail with Australia’s leading industry event.

Discover the latest trends shaping the sector, from digital transformation and customer experience, to sustainability and market shifts. Gain practical tools to help your business grow and stay competitive.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, share ideas, and unlock new opportunities for your business.

👉 Secure your place: https://retailleaders.com.au/

31/05/2026

26/05/2026

📢 Current Tender Opportunities

Looking to work with us?

All open tenders and contract opportunities are listed on Tenderlink, our dedicated procurement portal.

To view or register for current opportunities, visit our
Kingston City Council - Current Tenders

Find out about current open tenders, the application process, resources to help your application and how to register as a supplier.

23/05/2026

Funding opportunity for local businesses!

Victorian businesses can apply for the Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund (Round 6) to upgrade equipment, boost recycling capacity and create new opportunities using recycled materials.

💰 Grants from approx. $100k–$500k+ available (co-contribution required)
📅 Apply by 11 June 2026 (or earlier if funds run out)

Great opportunity for businesses in recycling, manufacturing and resource recovery.

👉 Learn more:

21/05/2026

Get ready for PayDay Super regulations

From 1 July, employers will need to calculate employees' super on their qualifying income. That means that super will now be paid each payday.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) provides resources to businesses to comply with the changes.

Visit the website

20/05/2026

19/05/2026

Last chance to book! ⏰

Join us on Tuesday 26 May 2026 for our Business Leaders Network Breakfast and connect with fellow local business pros:

7:30am – 9:00am

Frank’s Café, Cheltenham

✨ Network with local businesses
✨ Gain practical insights
✨ Build meaningful partnerships

🎟️ Limited spots remaining

Grab your coffee and join fellow business pros for a chill morning of networking and good vibes.

18/05/2026

A by-election will be held on 1 August for Kingston’s Melaleuca Ward (covering Parkdale and Mordialloc).

Make sure your enrolment is up to date by 4pm Wednesday 20 May.

If you've moved in or out of Melaleuca Ward or have changed your name since you last voted in an election, it's time to update your details.

You are eligible to vote if you are 18+, have lived in the ward for at least one month, and are an Australian citizen.

Find out more and update your details → kingston.vic.gov.au/by-election

You may also be eligible if you own property, own a business that you pay rates for, or are nominated to vote on behalf of a corporation that owns property in the ward. Register for the CEO voters roll as soon as possible.

[Image description: A Victorian Electoral Commission ballot box.]