



EP 1 | What is the Planning and Business Concierge?
Episode 1 | What is the Planning and Business Concierge? Learn about Council’s Planning and Business Concierge, a service designed to assist you open or expand your business in Nillumbik. The Concierge can help you navigate the necessary approvals, access relevant advice and support, provide guid…

EP 2 | Understanding planning permits
Episode 2 | Understanding Planning Permits Find out more about planning permits and how they relate to business. Council’s Planning and Business Concierge explains the purpose of a planning permit and what it covers, the process of obtaining one and timelines for approvals. You will also learn ab…

EP 3 | Planning permits FAQs
Episode 3 | Planning permits FAQs In this episode frequently asked planning questions are covered off with a Senior Statutory Planner. These include change of use, traffic and parking, patron numbers, amenity considerations such as noise levels, liquor licenses and signage regulations. Applying f…

EP 4 | Business and strategic planning considerations
Episode 4 | Business and strategic planning considerations The Nillumbik Planning Scheme outlines the zoning regulations and guidelines for development. Learn from a Senior Strategic Planner about the best locations to start a business in Nillumbik and how this can vary depending on the industry …

EP 5 | Understanding building permits
Episode 5 | Understanding building permits Hear from the Manager of Building Services at the Shire of Nillumbik discuss the ins and outs of building permits. Listeners will learn what a building permit covers, and whether or not they need one for their project. You will be provided with guidance …

EP 6 | Business and community safety considerations
Episode 6 | Business and community safety considerations. Our Senior Community Safety Support Officer provides an overview of the types of permits that relate to business and community safety. Learn about the process of applying for permits such as A-frame signage, footpath trading permits, outdo…

EP 7 | The Food Act explained
Episode 7 | The Food Act explained Hear from our Environmental Health Officer about the Food Act registration. The conversation includes what the registration process entails and what sort of information is required in the application. Learn about what is needed for Street Trader certification fo…

Ep 8 | Health and Beauty requirements
Episode 8 | Health and beauty requirements Learn about the necessary requirements for operating a health, beauty and accommodation businesses legally and safely. Council’s Coordinator for Environmental Health discusses which business types are required to register with Council, what information i…

EP 9 | Home based business considerations
Episode 9 | Home based business considerations Council's Economic Development and Tourism Support Officer discusses what to consider when starting a home-based business. Learn about the planning implications of home-based businesses and how to ensure that you meet requirements in order to avoid a…

EP 10 | Council support available for local businesses
Episode 10 | Council support available for local businesses Hear from our Economic Development and Tourism Officer and find out the ways the team can assist your business with marketing support, networking events, mentoring opportunities, and working with local business associations. Stay connect…