Monbulk electorate small business
Daniela DE MARTINO (Monbulk) (19:17): (508) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Small Business, and the action I seek is for the minister to join me to meet with some of the fantastic small business owners in my electorate of Monbulk. Small businesses are the heart of our local economies across my electorate. As a former small business owner myself, I understand how challenging and rewarding operating a small business can be. Thankfully, the Allan Labor government recognises the importance of supporting our small businesses and actively provides a range of help, such as the Small Business Bus, which I was so pleased to have in Tecoma and Upwey last year. I know my community are very much looking forward to the bus’s next visit.
The Business Victoria website also hosts a wealth of information, from grant opportunities to skills development, advice and even a 65-page human resource manual template, because small businesses do not have their own HR department. All of these initiatives assist small businesses to help them thrive. I look forward to warmly welcoming the minister to Monbulk to meet with some of our wonderful small business owners.