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This first half of 2021 is shaping up to be a busy and exciting time in Melbourne’s north. A range of initiatives have been put in motion to tackle and strengthen the region’s economy, including growth in innovation, research, jobs and training. A newly funded innovation metacentre at La Trobe…
Five MNFG partners won awards at the 2020 Northern Business Achievement Awards Grand Finale on Thursday 3 December 2020. The online event recognised the persistence and resilience of businesses in 2020 and celebrated the achievements of industries across the region. Attendees from government, education, industry and health joined the event…
Business reviews conducted by MNFG highlight the different challenges faced by companies and identify ‘growth blockers’ that impede success. Results have been used to develop MNFG webinar workshop topics for the future. Analysis of business review results found common themes that were limiting the potential for business growth. They included…
Businesses that take part in group buying benefit from significant cost savings, reduced time sourcing suppliers and increased confidence that they are receiving value for money. Melbourne’s North Food Group has partnered with Fulcrum Procurement to deliver group buying opportunities through the MN Buying Group. The Buying Group is exclusive to MNFG…
Melbourne’s North Food Group has initiated a weekly e-news bulletin to ensure partners receive up-to-the-minute information and advice on dealing with COVID-19 restrictions and regulations. The update draws on MNFG’s government, education and industry network to supply food and beverage businesses, partners and supporters with timely information. Its goal is…
Melbourne’s North Food Group partner That’s Amore Cheese was named Business of the Year at the prestigious 2019 Northern Melbourne Business Achievement Awards, held in December. The business also took out the region’s Customer Service Award. Three other MNFG partners were also major award winners on the day – Brite…
Melbourne’s North and West have joined forces in an unprecedented, unified call for a 20-year program of projects and investment. One in 12 Australians and one in three Victorians live in this region, underpinning its significance to the state and national economy. The North and West Melbourne City Deal Plan…
NORTH Link and Melbourne’s North Food Group believe that the responsible handling of personal and health information is a key aspect of governance and is strongly committed to protecting an individual’s right to privacy. Accordingly, NORTH Link is committed to full compliance with its obligations under the Information Privacy Act…
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade asked the public to submit objection letters to help identify Australian industry and stakeholder interests. These objections will be used by the Australian Government to form their arguments to the European Union. Submissions closed on 13 November 2019. MNFG worked closely with our…
Australian cheese makers may be facing a re-branding nightmare if the European Union succeeds in including Geographic Indications in the new Free Trade Agreement with Australia. Under GI, Australian businesses are restricted from labelling their cheeses after regions the cheese originates from. This includes cheeses such as feta and parmesan.…
A high-level delegation from Chongqing and Beijing is currently visiting Melbourne’s north to build trade relations between the two regions, specifically in food, beverage and related industries. A highlight of the visit is the Melbourne’s North Food & Beverage Expo, presented by the Melbourne’s North Food Group and held on…