Events

Wednesday 7 October, 6:30pm to 8:30pm The Prince, Seymour The Mitchell Business Network's monthly evening event. First Wednesday, 6:30pm, rotating between Beveridge, Wallan, Kilmore, Broadford and Seymour. This month we're in Seymour. How the night runs One feature business Who they are, who they help best, and exactly what a good referral to them sounds like. Not a pitch. Them handing the room the words to listen for. Our host venue The Prince, plus an offer only available to people in the room. Local Business Trivia Friendly competition, with prizes donated by local businesses. Two hours Most of it unstructured, because that's the part that actually works. Venue and speakers confirmed four weeks out. The date and time won't change. Food and drinks available at The Prince. Buy your own, they're worth supporting. New to MBN, or haven't been for a while? Come anyway. Find Jorden near the door and he'll introduce you around. Members free Guests welcome Interested in the feature slot, or hosting us in Seymour? Get in touch.

Wednesday 16 September, 7:30am to 9:00am Caffeine Bar, Kilmore Village Coffee before work with local business owners. This month in Kilmore. No program. No pitches. Nobody making you stand up and introduce yourself. Turn up when you can, leave when you need to. Some people stay the full ninety minutes, plenty stay twenty. Buy your own coffee and something to eat if you want it, our venue opens early for us and they're worth supporting. Third Wednesday, 7:30am, rotating between Beveridge, Wallan, Kilmore and Broadford. The date and time won't change. New to MBN, or haven't been for a while? Come anyway. Find a committee member near the door and they'll introduce you around. Members free Guests welcome Know a cafe that should host one of these? Tell us.

Wednesday 2 September, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Hogan's Hotel, Wallan MBN is launching its new After Hours format - Mitchell After Hours, starting with an evening in Wallan for the business community. On the night Feature business Hear from a local business about who they are, who they help and what a good referral looks like for them. It is a practical way to better understand their business and recognise opportunities to recommend them. Host venue Get to know more about Hogan's Hotel and the business behind the venue. Local Business Trivia Enjoy some friendly competition, with prizes donated by local businesses. Most of the evening will be unstructured, giving you time to talk with other people in the room at your own pace. Canape's will be provided, with drinks at bar prices. New to MBN, or haven't been for a while? Come anyway. Find Jorden near the door and he'll introduce you around. MBN Members attend free Guests welcome Book your place and join us. Want to host us at a future After Hours? Get in touch.

Coffee Connect - Wallan Wednesday, 19 August 2026, from 7:30 am to 9:00 am rAKa's Café, 81-89 High Street, Wallan Start your day with coffee, a bagel and relaxed conversation with local business owners and professionals. No formal program. No pitches. No awkward introductions. Arrive when you can and leave when you need to. Stay for the full ninety minutes or drop in for a quick coffee before work. MBN members attend free. Guest tickets are $15. Every ticket includes a coffee and a bagel. New to Mitchell Business Network, or haven't attended for a while? You're welcome to join us. Find a committee member near the door and we'll introduce you around. Coffee Connect is held on the third Wednesday of each month, rotating between Beveridge, Wallan, Kilmore, Broadford and Seymour. Book your ticket below and come along.

Connect, Collaborate, and Grow: Mitchell Business Network Evening The Mitchell Business Network cordially invites you to our upcoming evening networking session at The Broadford Hotel. Fostering genuine community connections, this gathering offers a valuable opportunity to link up with fellow local business owners, exchange insights, and expand your professional circle in a relaxed, supportive environment. There are tremendous opportunities for meaningful conversations with other eager participants. Whether you are a long-standing MBN regular or looking to engage with us for the very first time, we welcome you to drop in, stay for as long as your schedule allows and become part of our vibrant business ecosystem. Event Details Date: Wednesday, 5th August 2026 Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm (Drop in / leave as your schedule permits) Location: The Broadford Hotel (The Bottom Pub) 100 High St, Broadford VIC 3658 Cost: Free to attend - Guests and members are kindly responsible for their own food and beverage purchases. **Prizes to be won with "Networking Trivia". Spaces are limited, so please secure your complimentary ticket via the registration link below: Who is Mitchell Business Network? The Mitchell Business Network provides education and connection for business people to build relationships, learn and grow while confidently contributing within their community. As the pre-eminent Business group of the Mitchell Shire, we provide a platform where passionate business people meet regularly to build trust and grow their skills, knowledge, sphere of influence and their business. Questions? We are here to help. Reach out to our team at info@mitchellbusinessnetwork.org.au or discover more about our upcoming initiatives at www.mitchellbusinessnetwork.org.au. We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your business journey!

Join Mitchell Business Network for a relaxed morning of Networking at The Meat Room in Kilmore. No agenda, no formalities, just a chance to catch up with other local business owners over a coffee and a chat. Whether you're a regular at MBN events or haven't been along before, come as you are and stay as long as you can. Date: Wednesday 22 July 2026 Time: 7:30am – 9:00am Location: 26 O’Gradys Road, Kilmore East Cost: Free - Guests (members & visitors) are responsible for their own purchases (coffee / breakfast / other). Enquiries: info@mitchellbusinessnetwork.org.au www.mitchellbusinessnetwork.org.au