Useful Contacts
Sometimes it's just about knowing who to talk to.
Let us introduce you to the contacts, organisations and networks that can support your tourism business and build your networks .
To help businesses leverage off each other there are many business networks and associations for businesses to access. Each organisation performs a slightly different function and offer different benefits to their members. Most have annual partnership fees that vary according to the benefits and services they provide.
Local business and industry associations work to provide their members with opportunities to collaborate in marketing, share information & resources, development as well as providing a platform for business owners to connect with each other. Listed below are some key organisations your business can tap into.
Phone, contact them by email, or visit their website.
Click on the toggles below to access the full list.
Planning Team
For information regarding planning permits, permit extensions, change of use permits or pre-application meetings.
Phone: 03 5950 1010
Email: [email protected]
Building Team
For information about swimming pools, fences, residential and commercial construction
Phone: 03 5950 1060
Email: [email protected]
Environment Protection & Health Team
For permits related to food safety, cafes, restaurants, beauty and hairdressers
Phone: 03 5950 1050
Email: [email protected]
Community Safety Team
For information and permits related to A-frames, parking, footpath trading, animals, etc
Phone: 03 5950 1050
Email: [email protected]
Tourism Team
For tourism business and Visitor Information Centre related enquiries
Phone: 03 5950 1579
Email: [email protected]
Economic Development Team
For any other business assistance enquiry
Phone: 03 5950 1446
Email: mpbusiness.com.au/contactus
With over 40 villages and townships on the Mornington Peninsula, there are a number of trader groups and Chambers of Commerce that take responsibility for:
- Promoting their townships and the businesses within
- Organising events and training
- Acting as a portal for enquiries and advocacy
Dromana Association
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Dromana Industrial Association
Email: [email protected]
Flinders Chamber of Commerce
Mornington Chamber of Commerce and Industry
E: [email protected]
W: www.morningtonchamber.com.au
Mount Eliza Chamber of Commerce
E: [email protected]
W: www.mountelizavillage.com
Rosebud Business Estate
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Rosebud Chamber of Commerce
E: [email protected]
W: rosebudchamber.com.au
Rye
Website: ryebeach.org
Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sorrento.org.au
Western Port Chamber of Commerce and Industry
If you are looking to work with other local businesses in the same industry for advocacy, advice and skill sharing, the Mornington Peninsula has a number of established business associations.
Mornington Peninsula Marine Alliance
Website: www.mpmarinealliance.com
Email: [email protected]
Mornington Peninsula Vignerons Association
P: 5989 2377
E: [email protected]
W: www.mpva.com.au
Golf Mornington Peninsula
E: [email protected]
W: www.golfmorningtonpeninsula.com.au
Mornington Peninsula Weddings
E: [email protected]
W: www.peninsulaweddings.com.au
Women In Business - Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula hosts millions of tourists each year within our region. Connect with our local tourism operators to assist your business to tap into this market or find out about all the tourism experiences available across our region.
LOCAL TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS
Mornington Peninsula Beachside Tourism Association
P: 5984 0065
E: [email protected]
W: www.sorrentobeachsidetourism.com.au
Mornington Peninsula Hinterland Tourism Association
E: [email protected]
W: www.mphinterland.com.au
Northern Mornington Peninsula Tourism Inc
P: 5975 0466
E: [email protected]
W: www.nmpt.com.au
Western Port Tourism Association Inc
P: 5909 8409
E: [email protected]
W: www.visitwesternport.com.au
REGIONAL TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS
Mornington Peninsula Regional Tourism
P: 03 5925 9346
E: [email protected]
W: www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org
STATE AND NATIONAL TOURISM ORGANISATIONS
Visit Victoria - state tourism body
W: https://corporate.visitvictoria.com/
Tourism Australia - national tourism body
W: https://www.tourism.australia.com/en
Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) – Victoria’s peak body for tourism leadership, advocacy and events
Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) – national body for tourism leadership and industry representation
Looking to connect with other business owners, to network and to develop new skill sets? The Mornington Peninsula has established business networks, groups and associations that may be of interest to you.
Peninsula Business Network
PBN is dedicated to support and promote businesses within the Mornington Peninsula region delivering a variety of events throughout the year including informative breakfast events, casual evening events and women in business dinner events.
W: www.peninsulabusinessnetwork.org.au
Women In Business - Mornington Peninsula
An association of Mornington Peninsula women & business leaders committed to furthering purpose-led female businesses, supporting them to thrive and to extend our positive impacts within the community.
Australian Industry Group (Ai Group)
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) is a business association committed to helping Australian industry with a focus on building competitive and sustainable industries through global integration, skills development, productive and flexible workplace relations, infrastructure development and innovation.
Website Link: www.aigroup.com.au
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI)
The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry represents the interests of businesses in Victoria and nationally. VCCI provides networking opportunities, international trade services, workplace and business training, workplace consulting and business briefings and networking.
Website Link: www.victorianchamber.com.au
South East Melbourne Manufactures Alliance (SEMMA)
SEMMA is a peak industry group representing more than 200 leading manufacturers based in South East Melbourne.
Website Link: www.semma.com.au
The Small Business Institute
The Small Business Institute is dedicated to ensuring the growth of the small business sector giving them a representative voice and providing training opportunities.
Website Link: www.tsbi.com.au/
Starting your business can be daunting, there are plenty of things to get sorted in the first couple of years, so working in a co-working space may be a beneficial step in the process.
Co-working can foster collaboration, innovation, and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs, freelancers, remote workers, start-up businesses, and people looking to transfer out of home.
What are co-working spaces?
- Shared – individual and collective business spaces
- Flexible – book for an hour, week, month or long-term part time or full time
- Collaborative – openness leads to innovation business connections and opportunities
- Diverse – according to sector, style, price and amenities.
Where are they located on the Mornington Peninsula?
Search our business directory here to find one that suits you.
If you would like to add your co-working space to this list, simply create a business listing and choose the 'Co-working Spaces' category under 'Property & Accommodation'.