Marketing for Christmas 2026 (Business Workshop) Get ahead of the festive season and set your business up for Christmas success at this practical, in-person marketing workshop.
Get Fire Ready ahead of bushfire season Golden Plains Shire residents are encouraged to attend a series of free community events this spring to help prepare for the upcoming fire season and learn how to protect their families, properties, livestock and pets. Hosted by local CFA brigades and supported by Golden Plains Shire Council, the Get Fire Ready events will be held across the Shire throughout October and November, providing practical bushfire preparedness information, emergency planning advice and family-friendly activities. Residents will have the opportunity to speak directly with local CFA volunteers, access free resources, learn about Bushfire Places of Last Resort, and receive advice tailored to their individual circumstances before the fire danger period begins. The community events will also feature free food and beverages, family-friendly entertainment, giveaways and an animal
farm, making them an enjoyable day out for residents of all ages. Get Fire Ready Event Schedule: • Napoleons CFA - 10am to 2pm, Sunday 4 October, CFA Shed 4707 Colac Ballarat Road • Meredith CFA - 10am to 2pm, Sunday 18 October, Meredith Recreation Reserve • Teesdale CFA - 9am to 2pm, Saturday 24 October, Teesdale Fire Station • Dereel CFA - 9am to 1pm, Saturday 31 October, Dereel Soldier Memorial Hall • Maude CFA - 9am to 1pm, Sunday 8 November, Maude Fire Brigade Residents are encouraged to attend their local event and start preparing now for the bushfire season. For more information visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/events.
Presented by Julia Makin, MBA, from Sink or Swim Marketing, this engaging session will provide local business owners and marketers with creative ideas, practical strategies and expert insights to strengthen their holiday marketing campaigns and maximise seasonal opportunities. Whether you're planning promotions, social media content, email campaigns or in-store activities, you'll gain valuable tips to help your Christmas marketing stand out and connect with customers. Suitable for business owners and marketers of all experience levels. The workshop will be held at Golden Plains Shire Council Chambers, Bannockburn on Wednesday 7 October 2026, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. To register, please visit, goldenplains. vic.gov.au/events/marketingchristmas-2026-business-workshop.
Clear out & cash in! Host a sale at home or join a local market.
Clear out and cash with the Garage sale trail Ready to clear out your cupboards, garage or spare room? Garage Sale Trail is coming to Golden Plains Shire on 7-8 and 14-15 November 2026, giving residents the chance to turn unwanted items into extra cash. The average household sale earns around $761, making it a great way to declutter, make some money and give pre-loved items a second life. It's also a fantastic opportunity
to connect with neighbours, host a joint sale with friends, or raise funds for a local school or community group. Registration is free and includes promotional materials, sale tips and a listing on the national event map. Hosting a garage sale has never been easier. Learn more and register your garage sale at garagesaletrail.com.au/golden-plains.
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