KaLIBA supports EVERY business across the Kentish and Latrobe municipalities with free and paid memberships– from individual farmers, retailers, trades and new businesses, right up to our largest employers.

The KaLIBA Board has consulted widely with the local business community and developed five priority areas to meet the needs of the widest variety of local businesses and deliver programs and benefits to these businesses. 

These priority areas are:

Priority 1: Small business government regulation and process reform

Priority 2: Employment: skills, retention, recruitment, young people’s careers and entrepreneurship

Priority 3: Business resilience and adapting to change

Priority 4: Mobile and Internet infrastructure, online business capability, and cyber security

Priority 5: Communication, consultation, support services, local business networking, and lobbying

As a not for profit organisation with a volunteer Board and part-time CEO, KaLIBA cannot deliver these programs by itself and has partnered with key organisations to help it make these benefits available to all businesses across the Kentish and the Latrobe municipalities – with the vast majority being at no cost. 

 As well as information on KaLIBA itself, this guide provides you with details on these partner programs, the business needs each one addresses, and how you can gain access to these services.

KaLIBA encourages all Kentish and Latrobe businesses to take advantage of these programs and services to enable them to thrive in the dynamic environment and issues faced by every business.

• KaLIBA represents and supports EVERY business across the Kentish and Latrobe municipalities, regardless of industry, size, or location

• KaLIBA is independent while collaborating and cooperating with all tiers of government, industry associations, and other relevant organisations

• KaLIBA is focused on the needs of all local businesses to support their wellbeing and prosperity

• KaLIBA delivers business support, engagement, education, promotion, lobbying, networking, and mentoring

• KaLIBA engages with all Kentish and Latrobe businesses to create a united voice that fosters increased economic activity, for the benefit of businesses and communities

Description:

My Pathway is a social and economic development organisation delivering a range of flexible business support options addressing a broad range of business needs from business start up to entrepreneurial programs.

• Exploring self employment workshops

• Business plan development

• Small business training – Certificate 3 & 4 – Entrepreneurship

• Small business coaching/ mentoring

• Business advice sessions

• Business health checks

Business need met:

Coaching/mentoring,business planning and skills development

How to access:

phone My Pathways on 1800 319 588 or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Partner:

Fusion Business Services – Accountancy Firm

Description:

Fusion Business Services delivers the Tasmanian Business Advice Service program which is a state-wide network of independent business advisors. This is a tailored service designed to your specific business needs, whether it be a solitary question or ongoing assistance.

Business Need Met by this program:

Businesses who have had an ABN for 12 months or more can get up to 5 hours of free business advice and support. Start up businesses who do not have an ABN or have been operating for less than 12months can get 2 hours of advice of business advice and support through the Tasmanian Business Advice Service on a wide variety of topics, including:

• managing cashflow

• marketing

• risk management

• small business planning and small business strategy.

Benefits to your business:

Expert general business advice is provided to support your need to make key decisions and take the right action for your proposed or existing business.

How to access:

Contact Fleur Bourke at 0400 012 681 or email fleur@fbservices.com.au or visit www.businessadvice.tas.gov.au. Or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

Free

Description:

The Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) is a not-for-profit, member-based organisation funded by business in Tasmania to provide products and services that contribute to meeting the needs and objectives of business in Tasmania.

Business Need Met by this program:

Communications, training, event management, export documentation. Also employment of staff, staff performance issues, Modern award and Fair Work Act interpretation and advice, employee and management training, Fair Work representation, employer obligations, Workplace Health and Safety, business compliance.

Benefits to your business:

The benefits of using the TCCI Chamber Alliance benefits program include having an organisation that can provide assistance and advice when and how you need it. If you have a problem or question and don’t know where to go for assistance, contact the business hotline, if they cannot help they will find someone who can.

Kentish and Latrobe businesses are entitled to benefits normally only available to paid members of the TCCI.

Workplace relations support: two free calls to the TCCI WR Helpline, plus consultancy at TCCI base member rates, that includes specialist advice on attracting and retaining employees, and HR and Workplace Relations advice on employee entitlements such as sick leave and long service leave..

Member rate access to TCCI events and training, and advertising in TCCI newsletters and/or the Tasmanian Business Reporter.

Linkages to Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry support as well as affiliated international bodies, and TradeStart services providing a national network of export assistance offices and Certificates of Origin at TCCI member rates

TCCI member discounts on insurance, corporate travel, accommodation, employment assistance programs, and more

For more information on what TCCI benefits are available to you please visit this link.

How to access:

Madison Underwood on 1300 559 122 or email admin@tcci.com.au. Or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

Free, or at TCCI Member rates, depending on the services provided

Contribution to KaLIBA priority:

General business advice

Description:

The Van Diemen Project delivers affordable, expert advice and guidance that helps your businesses thrive, overcome challenges and prepare for growth.

Through the support of the Australian Government, The van Diemen Project delivers the Digital Solutions Australian Small Business Advisory Services program – a subsidised, low cost program which helps businesses receive relevant and solutions focused business advice.

Business needs met by this program:

General business advice and support

Benefits to your business:

Businesses can benefit from 3 hours of one-on-one tailored mentoring to help with opportunities for growth, overcome challenges, enhance your digital presence, and expand your customer base.

Experts can cover topics including:

• General business advice & support

• Social media & digital marketing, website audits & recommendations

• Advice on managing an online store

• Strategy creation and planning

• Being safe online (Cyber security)

• Small business software

• Financial management & boosting cashflow

How to access:

Phone: 1300 491919, email advice@digitalsolutionstas.com.au or visit www.vdp.com.au or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

$59.00, (free for those with a healthcare card)

Description:

Telstra is committed to providing improved mobile coverage to regional and remote Australia. Telstra continues to invest significantly in maintaining and expanding our mobile network across Australia.

By engaging with Telstra and KaLIBA, we can assist in better serving your local communities with improved mobile coverage.

Business needs met by this program:

General telecommunications and specialist technical advice available to members.

Benefits to your business:

Telstra actively works with KaLIBA leadership to resolve mobile black spots across Kentish and Latrobe.

Issues with mobile coverage & internet service

How to access:

Email TelstraTas@team.telstra.com or phone 6212 8000 or visit www.telstra.com/regionalaustralia . Or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

N/A

Description:

NBN is continually evolving Australia’s digital backbone to meet the ever-changing needs of people across the country. Through co-investment with local, state, territory and federal government, NBNCo has committed $300M to help deliver access to higher-speed broadband services to regional and remote areas.

More than 850,000 homes and businesses in regional areas, within the Fixed Line footprint may become eligible to upgrade to Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) by ordering a plan based on higher wholesale speed tiers.

NBNCo will be working with KaLIBA to define the areas of greatest need for improved Internet performance and work to obtain funding and fast-track projects to achieve this across Kentish and Latrobe municipalities.

Business needs met by this program:

Delivering access to higher- speed broadband services

Benefits to your business:

Better telecommunications services and digital connectivity

How to access:

Contact Sam Marshall on 0418 608 221, email sammarshall@nbnco.com.au. Or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

N/A

Description:

The Tasmanian Government is committed to supporting small businesses and offers a range of services through the Department of State Growth’s Business Tasmania service. The Business Tasmania team provide personalised assistance, targeted information and useful tools to help you start and run your business in Tasmania. They can connect you to programs and services across the Department of State Growth and other government agencies.

The Business Tasmania team make it easier for the business community to talk to government and access support. They offer an interpreting service if English is not your first language.

Business needs met by this program:

Access to a broad range of targeted business advice and support

Benefits to your business:

The Business Tasmania service includes (but is not limited to):

• providing answers to business-related queries quickly and clearly

• information and assistance for businesses across any industry, at any stage.

• access and referrals to free and independent business advice through the Tasmanian Business Advice Service or New Business Support Pilot Program www.businessadvice.tas.gov.au

• license and permit information through the Australian Business Licence and Information Service

• information about funding opportunities offered by government

• access to free coaching with a Digital Ready for Business expert to assist you with your online presence

• a dedicated calendar of business events in Tasmania, from workshops to networking opportunities

• a range of helpful online tools, templates, and checklists at www.business.tas.gov.au

• delivery of online and face to face events on a range of topics throughout the year

• updates on business news and opportunities through social media and a regular e-newsletter. Sign up for the newsletter at: www.business.tas.gov.au/newsletter and find daily updates on Facebook @BusinessTasmania and X @BusinessTas

• a first point of contact for businesses impacted by emergency events

How to access:

Call 1800 440 026 or email ask@business.tas.gov.au. Or contact KaLIBA to arrange a referral at contactus@kaliba.org.au

Cost:

Free