Global Victoria invites you to an exclusive in-person session designed to help Victorian exporters shape their next global chapter.
By combining global intelligence with practical guidance, you’ll gain access to real-time international market insights directly from a Victorian Commissioner, alongside tools and resources to help your business grow.
Hear the latest on:
- Macro-economic indicators - GDP growth, consumer trends, trade flows
- Trade opportunities and risks - sector-specific insights and case studies of Victorian exporters succeeding overseas
- Supply chain challenges and opportunities - sea and air freight trends, global disruption and resilience strategies
- Market entry considerations - cultural factors, business etiquette, regulatory environment, and how to find the right partners
- You’ll also connect with other government and local agencies to discover the range of business services and support programs available to you.
📌 Why attend in person?
- Network directly with Victorian Commissioner/s and trade experts
- Ask questions in real time during our interactive Q&A panel
- Build connections over networking breaks
- Access practical tools and checklists to strengthen your export plan
These forums are being delivered as part of the Victorian Government's $10m growing regional food and fibre exports program, which supports regional food and fibre businesses connect with global markets.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insider perspectives, build valuable connections, and get the resources you need to grow internationally.
Applications open: Monday 29 September 2025
Applications close: 5pm Wednesday 15 October 2025
👉 Register now to secure your place at an upcoming in-person event.
Date: Tuesday 21 October, Bendigo (Loddon Mallee)
Time: 9am arrival, 9.30am start, networking lunch 1pm, close 2pm
Where: Bendigo GovHub - Galkangu 195-229 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo.
Featuring:
Naila Mazzucco, Victorian Commissioner to South-east Asia
Michelle Wade, Victorian Commissioner to South Asia
Register for the Bendigo session
Date: Wednesday 22 October, Geelong (Barwon South West)
Time: 9am arrival, 9.30am start, networking lunch 1pm, close 2pm
Where: Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct - City of Greater Geelong 137-149 Mercer Street, Geelong.
Featuring: Victoria's Commissioner to Europe (Ireland, the Nordics and Eastern Europe), based in the UK
Register for the Geelong session
Date: Thursday 23 October, Morwell (Gippsland)
Time: 9am arrival, 9.30am start, networking lunch 1pm, close 2pm
Where: Innovation Centre, Federation University, 1 Monash Way, Morwell.
Featuring: Brett Stevens, Victorian Commissioner to the Americas
Register for the Morwell session
Date: Friday 24 October, Ballarat (Grampians)
Time: 9.30am arrival, 10am start, networking lunch 1pm, close 2pm
Where: Federation University, Brewery Building, Lydiard Street, Ballarat.
Featuring:
Brett Stevens, Victorian Commissioner to the Americas
Victoria's Commissioner to Europe (Ireland, the Nordics and Eastern Europe), based in the UK
Register for the Ballarat session
Please note a Hume region event recent occurred, future opportunities will be shared as they arise
Who should attend?
Whether you're just starting out or well-established as an exporter, we encourage you to attend.
While these sessions are open to all trade sectors, we'll focus primarily on food and beverage exports. Businesses are welcome from regional Victoria or elsewhere, and many attendees may travel from different locations to hear from the Commissioners covering their markets of interest.
Why you should attend
As an exporter at any stage — from emerging to established — you will receive valuable, in-market insights, and gain an understanding of requirements for exporting to various markets and your readiness. You'll be introduced to the roles and services provided by Global Victoria, Regional Development Victoria and Austrade TradeStart.
Contact us
For any enquiries about the sessions, get in touch with our Senior Trade Manager, Food and Fibre Exports, Brian Kearns.
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