Grow your business idea

Got a great business idea to explore? Or have an idea for a new product or service?

Expressions of interest are now open for Startup Central Victoria’s free pre-accelerator program that welcomes anyone in the Loddon Campaspe region.

Over a 10-week period participants will have the chance to test out and develop their idea in a confidential and supportive environment with the support of professionals and mentors.

Two boot camps are held in Bendigo and weekly masterclasses are conducted online making it easy to participate no matter where you live in the region.

This year’s program starts on May 24, followed by online masterclasses held each Tuesday from 7pm to 8.30pm.

A final boot camp is on July 26 and a regional showcase is on July 31.

Applications close May 17.

To apply, visit https://startupcv.com.au/events/accelerator-program/

Chance to join River Chat

River TV Echuca-Moama Association Inc is a volunteer-run television production group.

The association is gearing up to produce the first episodes of River Chat for online viewing and also C31 community TV in Melbourne.

The association is looking for volunteer crew members, people who are interested in learning TV production skills, as well as anyone interested in being a TV presenter.

No previous experience is required.

Topic suggestions for future shows also welcomed.

Contact secretary John Stewart on 0406 623 818 or email rivertvechuca@gmail.com for information.

G-MW appoints new managing director

Steve Capewell is the new Goulburn-Murray Water managing director.

Dr Capewell will start in the role on July 6, bringing a strong track record of executive leadership, deep experience across the water sector and a clear commitment to working with customers, communities and stakeholders to deliver sustainable outcomes.

Dr Capewell has been the managing director of Goulburn Valley Water for the past five-and-a-half years, was delighted to be staying in the region and joining Goulburn-Murray Water.

Dr Capewell’s start in early July will allow for a seamless transition ahead of the departure of current managing director Charmaine Quick at the end of July.

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