Economy

Champion cheese shop named Small Business of the Year
Meet Hakim Halim, the owner of the world’s first cheese shop that showcases all-Australian artisanal produce.

Mörk Chocolate: small business grant winner shines on the world stage
Be inspired by the growth of a local chocolate empire and take your small business or business event to the next level with a grant.

New city hub creates space for gig workers
Gig economy workers now have a place to rest, clean bathrooms, refreshments and charging points thanks to a Micro-Labs trial.
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Three medtech startups going global from Melbourne
Got a business idea that could change the world? You’re in good company in Melbourne.

Fresh ideas for neighbourhood trade with new funding
Beloved local retail and hospitality businesses across Melbourne are getting a boost thanks to new Business Precinct Program funding.

Creating places for people: Melbourne city-makers navigate new markets
Neighbourlytics is using smart tech to help build more connected cities. We’re supporting the team to grow and go global.

Meet the Invest Melbourne Advisory Board
Meet the experts who collaborate to attract great businesses to the city and help entrepreneurs start, grow and go global.

Winning ways for international students to find jobs
Winners of our Open Innovation Competition are using data and tech to help international students find pathways to employment.