Events

Strategic Financial Planning for Growth

Equip your business with better financial management tools and revenue optimisation in these 4-hour workshops delivered by Tamie Matthews of Revenyou.

WHEN / WHERE:

Workshop One: 10am – 2pm July 22, Castlemaine.

Workshop Two: 10am – 2pm July 23, Kyneton

COST: Complementary for partners

Master Digital and AI Strategies:

Participants will learn how to implement digital tools and AI strategies for marketing and time management. Delivered by Tourism Tribe.

WHEN / WHERE:

Workshop One: August 5, Daylesford. Time TBC.

Workshop Two: August 7, Interactive session delivered online. Time TBC.

COST: Complementary for partners

Personalised Business Mentoring

Benefit from tailored solutions and accountability by addressing your specific business challenges with expert guidance. Includes one physical visit and online follow ups. 11 Spots available. Delivered by Karen Oliver. Expressions of Interest to apply for this mentoring program will open in June for program commencement in August and September.

If you’re ready to elevate your business, simply click on the link below sharing why you want this mentoring in 50 words or less. The deadline for applications is July 17! Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your business!

WHEN / WHERE:

Workshop One: August 5, Daylesford. Time TBC.

Workshop Two: August 6, Interactive session delivered online. Time TBC.

COST: Complementary for partners

" wanted to say a massive thank you for hosting the customer service information session last Tuesday. It is always a joy to go to your events as they are always so relevant, and I leave feeling inspired. The support and information you provide to small businesses such as ours is fantastic. Thank you again."

Matthew,
Creswick Woollen Mills

Past Events

DMT and TMV conference: Stronger Together

Join us for an inspiring conference at the RACV Resort in Creswick, where the theme “Stronger Together” comes to life! This event is designed for members of Daylesford Macedon Tourism and Tourism Midwest Victoria, bringing together leaders from the tourism, hospitality, and accommodation sectors to explore collaboration and innovation in our ever-evolving industry. A stellar line up of amazing speakers will be announced soon. Keep Tuesday June 24 8.30am – 3.30pm free! Networking drinks will be held post event.

WHEN:
Tuesday June 24, 2025

WHERE:
RACV Goldfields, Creswick

COST:

DMT Partners – one FREE entry included with partnership. Additional tickets $89 +GST
Non-DMT Partners: $179 +GST

Unleash Your Inner Entrepreneur

May 2025

Adapt to market changes with innovative practices that will help you stay ahead in the tourism landscape. An interactive session delivered online by tourism entrepreneur and free thinker, Ryan Mossny. Online at 1PM.

Capture More International

Learn how you can be part of the biggest growth market in tourism – International. Delivered by Visit Victoria. Workshop One: Why International? June 5. 10.30am – 12.30pm (for accommodation providers and attractions). Workshop Two: Being Part of International June 5. 2pm – 3.30pm (for the hospitality sector). Both workshops are in Hepburn Springs.

WHEN: Thursday June 5, 2025

WHERE: Mineral Springs Hotel, Hepburn Springs

COST: FREE

Industry briefing

WHEN:
Thursday September 12, 2024
4-6pm

WHERE:
Red Hare Estate Vineyard

1225 Daylesford-Malmsbury Rd, Denver VIC

2024 CONFERENCE: GROWTH MINDSET IN UNCERTAIN TIMES

WHEN:
Tuesday June 25, 2024

WHERE:
Macedon Ranges Hotel & Spa

This year’s theme was all about having a growth mindset in uncertain times. We will hear from some of the country’s most innovative and forward-thinking leaders.

Learn about using AI to generate content, how to market your business in challenging times, and why you should invest when others are cutting back.

Gain insights into the international market and what international visitors expect, as well as real life examples on how to get traction in the weddings and events space.

Understand how to utilise social media, learn about TYPSY, a new (free) online hospitality and training platform. Hear from Booking.com about our region’s performance, forecasts and how to best market your property.

A finance expert will talk about how to survive in a lower spend environment, and our friends at Visit Victoria and Tourism Australia will also update us on the latest marketing initiatives and how to get involved.

Our keynote speaker, a behavioural scientist who has presented on the international stage and worked with the likes of Visit Victoria, will talk about the power of a positive mindset, with real life examples.

INDUSTRY BUSINESS BREAKFAST

WHEN:
Tuesday February 13, 2024
7-9am

WHERE:
The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham

  • Business breakfast with Catherine Bell, HR and Management expertJUN
INDUSTRY NETWORKING EVENT

WHEN:
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024
4-6pm

WHERE:
Wombat Forest Winery
189 Springhill Rd, Denver VIC 3461

  • Welcome to 2024
  • Launch of the Destination Management Plan
  • The year ahead
  • Thank you drinks on us