In recent years, main streets and town centres have faced many challenges to their survival. First, shopping centres, then online and finally, COVID. Now they’re faced with worker shortages and price increases. However, in comparison to metro main streets, regional precincts have done it even tougher with a smaller population to call on for support and drops in tourism. It is for this reason Mainstreet Australia are bringing their one-day conference, normally held in Melbourne, to regional Victoria also – and you can attend!
With the support of Mount Alexander Shire and Business Mount Alexander, organisations, businesses and individuals committed to helping these precincts are invited to access invaluable education and connection on Thursday 4 August at the Phee Broadway Theatre in Castlemaine.
“Creating and maximising opportunities for people to connect, physically and socially, is central for Mount Alexander Shire, and our shopping precincts are central to that. With Mainstreet Australia’s promoting main streets across Australia, MASC are delighted to be a supporting partner of this year’s conference along with Business Mount Alexander”: Merryn Tinkler, Manager Economy and Culture, Mount Alexander Shire Council
It’s a huge day of information and inspiration including speakers like Jace Tyrrell of New West End Company, soon returning to Australia to lead the country’s first Business Improvement District (BID) across Sydney’s Western Harbour, and Australia’s leading consumer futurist, Amanda Stevens.
Topics will include:
- Understanding the Consumer of 2023 and beyond, and what it means for our main streets
- How to stand out and thrive on a main street … the story of Endota
- Panel session – Enhancing the experience economy in main streets
- Panel session – Main streets with a conscience and sustainable solutions
- And more
Find all details on the event including the schedule and speakers, and book your tickets at https://mainstreetaustralia.org.au/conference/. Registrations are open until 12 noon Wednesday 3 August.
Mention Australian Rural & Regional News when booking for a special ticket price of $399 inc GST (member’s price) – this is a $100 saving!
