Community members from Lindenow, Flaggy Creek, Glenaladale, Fernbank, Hillside and Lindenow South came together to strengthen local emergency preparedness and help shape a Community Emergency Management Plan. Key outcomes from the day: Why this matters When communities are connected, informed and prepared, people are safer. By bringing local knowledge together and planning ahead, communities are […]
“Communities have the solutions, we help bring them together.” – Kari Edie, Australian Business Volunteers There are many reasons a community may need the Australian Business Volunteers (ABV) – building resilience after a bushfire, bolstering local business or even assisting with water treatment options. Census data helps them understand population changes, workforce trends and local […]
ABV worked with Fraser Coast Advocacy and Inclusion Inc. (FCAI Inc.) through a Skilled Business engagement to help strengthen the organisation’s foundations and clarify its future direction. The focus was on developing an inclusive, member‑led strategy grounded in the lived experience of people with disability. The result was a practical Strategic Plan for 2026–2029 that […]
Australian Business Volunteers has been working closely with the Nowa Nowa community to explore sustainable wastewater solutions that can support the town’s long‑term growth, protect the local environment and unlock new opportunities. Through hands‑on workshops and site visits, residents, experts and partners came together to share insights and shape a practical path forward. A huge thank you to Arup, who generously donated […]
Australian Business Volunteers (ABV) has been working alongside communities in East Gippsland, Latrobe and Wellington shires since 2024 through the government‑funded Resilient Regions program. We’re inviting more local organisations and small businesses to access free, tailored support from our skilled business volunteers and local team. Our team works directly with community groups, organisations and small […]
Staff from the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) have strengthened their project planning capability after taking part in a two-day Business Acumen Workshop on Country. The training brought together teams from across Country Operations and focused on practical learning built around real GLaWAC projects. Supported by ABV Volunteer facilitator Dr Ken Long, the […]
