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BUSINESS MATCHING & NETWORKING
MELBOURNE · 10 SEPTEMBER 2026

AUSTRALIA × CHINA BUSINESS MATCHING & NETWORKING MELBOURNE · 10 SEPTEMBER 2026

Thu, Sep 10, 4:00 AM
From Australia–China Business & Trade Network | Melbourne

**Join us for a special Australia–China Business Matching & Networking event in Melbourne, bringing together approximately 30 business and trade representatives from Chongqing, China, with Australian businesses interested in new trade and partnership opportunities.** **The Chongqing delegation includes representatives from government and trade organisations, as well as companies across a range of consumer goods sectors, including household products, home appliances, consumer electronics, gifts and stationery, food products, gardening supplies and hardware.** **This event is designed to create practical B2B connections between Australian and Chinese businesses.** **Who should attend?** **• Importers and exporters** **• Distributors and wholesalers** **• Retailers and supermarket procurement professionals** **• E-commerce businesses** **• Brand agents and representatives** **• Supply chain and logistics businesses** **• Business owners and entrepreneurs interested in China–Australia trade** **• Industry associations and trade organisations** **What to expect:** **• Introduction to Chongqing’s consumer goods industry** **• Insights into the Australian and Chinese consumer markets** **• Business presentations from selected companies** **• One-on-one business matching opportunities** **• Networking with around 30 visiting Chinese business and trade representatives** **• Opportunities to explore sourcing, distribution, import/export and potential long-term partnerships** **This is a valuable opportunity for Australian businesses looking to develop new connections with Chinese companies and explore opportunities in the China–Australia consumer goods market.** **📅 Thursday, 10 September 2026** **📍 Melbourne** **🤝 Approximately 60 participants** **Places for local business participants are limited. RSVP to express your interest in attending.**

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Real Estate Investment Skill: From 101 to 201: 1 Day Session in Melbourne

Real Estate Investment Skill: From 101 to 201: 1 Day Session in Melbourne

Mon, Aug 24, 2:00 PM
From Mangates Global Professional Learning Network

**Overview** Learn to analyze real estate deals, calculate ROI & cap rates, and build a smart investment portfolio in this hands-on 1-day workshop **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **The Details** **Duration:** 1 Day \| 8 Credits **Delivery:** Classroom / In-house **Language:** English **Includes:** Course Completion Certificate **Course Overview:** **Everyone's Buying Property. Almost No One Knows If It's a Good Deal.** Here's the uncomfortable truth: most people don't lose money in real estate by picking the *wrong* property. They lose money by never learning how to tell a good deal from a bad one in the first place. They see a listing, get excited, do some quick mental math, and hope for the best. Meanwhile, the investors actually building wealth? They're running numbers, reading market signals, and walking away from 8 out of 10 "opportunities" — because they know exactly what they're looking at. This one-day workshop teaches you to think — and calculate — like they do. *** **The Moment Everything Clicks** Picture this: someone hands you a property listing. Instead of guessing, you pull up the numbers — cap rate, cash flow, yield — and in minutes, you know exactly what it's worth, what it'll cost you, and whether it belongs in your portfolio. That's not a fantasy. That's Module 3, by lunchtime. *** **What's Standing Between You and Your First (or Next) Smart Investment?** * You don't know how to evaluate a property beyond "it looks nice" * Terms like cap rate, leverage, and yield feel like a foreign language * You've never run a real financing scenario — just guessed at numbers * You don't have a system, just instinct (and instinct isn't a strategy) * You want to grow a portfolio, not just own one lucky property Sound familiar? You're exactly who this was built for. *** **Inside the Workshop** **Think Like an Investor** — Property types, market dynamics, and the core concepts (appreciation, cash flow, equity) that separate strategy from guesswork **Spot Deals Worth Chasing** — What actually drives property value, and how to size up residential vs. commercial opportunities **Run the Numbers That Matter** — Calculate ROI, cash flow, cap rate, and yield with confidence — no finance degree required **Dodge the Expensive Mistakes** — Read market cycles, assess real risk, and learn what trips up first-time investors **Master the Money Side** — Mortgage basics, leverage, funding options, and a live financing simulation to make it real **Build a Portfolio, Not Just a Purchase** — Diversification, risk balance, and long-term vs. short-term strategy **Leave With a Plan, Not Just Notes** — Your own investment criteria checklist and a concrete next step *** **Not Just a Lecture** This is a hands-on workshop — role-plays, a live financing simulation, case study breakdowns, and group exercises. You'll be doing the analysis, not just watching it happen on a slide. *** **Who's in the Room** Beginners taking their first real step into property investing. Finance professionals sharpening their edge. Small business owners planning long-term wealth. Anyone tired of feeling like everyone else understands real estate better than they do. No prior experience required. Just curiosity and a willingness to do the math. *** **Bring Your Whole Team** Want your finance team, leadership group, or firm speaking the same investment language? This course is available as a **private, customized group session** — tailored to your organization's focus, industry, and experience level. Delivered in-house or virtually, with group pricing for teams of any size. 📩 [corporate@mangates.com ](corporate@mangates.com)to build a session around your team. **Your Next Deal Deserves Better Than a Guess** Register now and walk out knowing exactly how to size up a property, run the numbers, and build a plan — not just a wish list. 📩 [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) \| 📞 \+61 \(0\) 2 80155605

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Real Estate Investment Skill: From 101 to 201: 1 Day Session in Melbourne

Real Estate Investment Skill: From 101 to 201: 1 Day Session in Melbourne

Tue, Sep 15, 2:00 PM
From Mangates Global Professional Learning Network

**Overview** Learn to analyze real estate deals, calculate ROI & cap rates, and build a smart investment portfolio in this hands-on 1-day workshop **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **The Details** **Duration:** 1 Day \| 8 Credits **Delivery:** Classroom / In-house **Language:** English **Includes:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Course Overview:** **Everyone's Buying Property. Almost No One Knows If It's a Good Deal.** Here's the uncomfortable truth: most people don't lose money in real estate by picking the *wrong* property. They lose money by never learning how to tell a good deal from a bad one in the first place. They see a listing, get excited, do some quick mental math, and hope for the best. Meanwhile, the investors actually building wealth? They're running numbers, reading market signals, and walking away from 8 out of 10 "opportunities" — because they know exactly what they're looking at. This one-day workshop teaches you to think — and calculate — like they do. *** **The Moment Everything Clicks** Picture this: someone hands you a property listing. Instead of guessing, you pull up the numbers — cap rate, cash flow, yield — and in minutes, you know exactly what it's worth, what it'll cost you, and whether it belongs in your portfolio. That's not a fantasy. That's Module 3, by lunchtime. *** **What's Standing Between You and Your First (or Next) Smart Investment?** * You don't know how to evaluate a property beyond "it looks nice" * Terms like cap rate, leverage, and yield feel like a foreign language * You've never run a real financing scenario — just guessed at numbers * You don't have a system, just instinct (and instinct isn't a strategy) * You want to grow a portfolio, not just own one lucky property Sound familiar? You're exactly who this was built for. *** **Inside the Workshop** **Think Like an Investor** — Property types, market dynamics, and the core concepts (appreciation, cash flow, equity) that separate strategy from guesswork **Spot Deals Worth Chasing** — What actually drives property value, and how to size up residential vs. commercial opportunities **Run the Numbers That Matter** — Calculate ROI, cash flow, cap rate, and yield with confidence — no finance degree required **Dodge the Expensive Mistakes** — Read market cycles, assess real risk, and learn what trips up first-time investors **Master the Money Side** — Mortgage basics, leverage, funding options, and a live financing simulation to make it real **Build a Portfolio, Not Just a Purchase** — Diversification, risk balance, and long-term vs. short-term strategy **Leave With a Plan, Not Just Notes** — Your own investment criteria checklist and a concrete next step *** **Not Just a Lecture** This is a hands-on workshop — role-plays, a live financing simulation, case study breakdowns, and group exercises. You'll be doing the analysis, not just watching it happen on a slide. *** **Who's in the Room** Beginners taking their first real step into property investing. Finance professionals sharpening their edge. Small business owners planning long-term wealth. Anyone tired of feeling like everyone else understands real estate better than they do. No prior experience required. Just curiosity and a willingness to do the math. *** **Bring Your Whole Team** Want your finance team, leadership group, or firm speaking the same investment language? This course is available as a **private, customized group session** — tailored to your organization's focus, industry, and experience level. Delivered in-house or virtually, with group pricing for teams of any size. 📩 [corporate@mangates.com ](corporate@mangates.com)to build a session around your team. **Your Next Deal Deserves Better Than a Guess** Register now and walk out knowing exactly how to size up a property, run the numbers, and build a plan — not just a wish list. 📩 [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) \| 📞 \+61 \(0\) 2 80155605

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 Women in Business Networking Lunch

Women in Business Networking Lunch

Tue, Aug 25, 12:30 AM
From Melbourne Women in Business

# Melbourne Women in Business Collective Live Launch Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today. Buy your ticket here: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/melbourne-women-in-business-collective-live-launch-tickets-1997422884617?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/melbourne-women-in-business-collective-live-launch-tickets-1997422884617?aff=oddtdtcreator) Hosted by Paulina Xerri (BAMM Coach) and Kathy Uhlik (Lumina) \*PLEASE NOTE - IF YOU WANT TO BE PART OF THIS NEW NETWORK YOU CAN ALSO JOIN US HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/melbournewomeninbizcollective You're invited to the official launch of the Melbourne Women in Business Network. Join us for an inspiring morning designed to bring together ambitious women who are ready to grow their businesses, expand their networks, and have meaningful conversations about leadership, confidence, visibility, and personal growth. During this event you'll: ✨ Connect with like-minded women in business ✨ Build genuine relationships and new opportunities ✨ Learn why confidence is often the missing piece behind business growth ✨ Discover practical strategies to stop second-guessing yourself and start taking bold action ✨ Leave feeling inspired, empowered, and clear on your next step Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, coach, consultant, freelancer, or professional woman with big goals, this event is designed to help you step out of your own way and into your next level. This is more than a networking lunch. It's the beginning of a community where ambitious women support one another, share opportunities, and grow together. Come as you are. Leave with new connections, fresh perspectives, and the confidence to play bigger. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today. Buy your ticket here: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/melbourne-women-in-business-collective-live-launch-tickets-1997422884617?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/melbourne-women-in-business-collective-live-launch-tickets-1997422884617?aff=oddtdtcreator)

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CBD Business Owners Network – Connect & Grow

CBD Business Owners Network – Connect & Grow

Wed, Sep 2, 8:00 AM
From Melbourne Small Business Networking Meetup Group
4.5

CBD Business Owners Network is a professionally facilitated networking experience designed specifically for business owners who are serious about building meaningful connections and growing their business. This is not a typical large, unstructured networking event. The focus is on **quality conversations, genuine relationships, and long-term business growth**. **What This Event Is About** We bring together a small group of business owners in a relaxed, structured environment to: * Build strong professional relationships * Create opportunities for referrals and collaboration * Have real conversations about business growth * Connect with like-minded business owners in Melbourne There are **no presentations and no sales pitches** — just focused, high-quality networking. **What to Expect** * A curated group of business owners (not a large crowd) * Structured introductions to help you connect with the right people * Open networking and meaningful conversations * A relaxed and welcoming environment * Opportunities to build long-term referral relationships **Who Should Attend** This event is ideal for: * Business owners and decision-makers * Consultants, service providers, and entrepreneurs * Professionals looking to grow through referrals and partnerships This event is designed **for business owners only** **Why Attend** If you’re looking for a networking environment that is: * Not overcrowded * Not overly sales-driven * Focused on real connections and growth …then this is for you. **Contact** If you have any questions or would like to know if this is the right fit for you: **Rakesh Singh** PinnacleEdge Business Coaching 0423 804 123

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Friday After Work Drinks & Networking at El Sabor 🍺😊

Friday After Work Drinks & Networking at El Sabor 🍺😊

Fri, Aug 28, 8:00 AM
From Entrepreneur & Small Business Events

* Join us for an evening of professional networking and valuable insights at our Entrepreneur & **Small Business Networking Mixer**. Connect with fellow small business owners, entrepreneurs, and like-minded professionals to share business strategies and exchange ideas for startup success with a drink. * * We have carved a deal with the restaurant of 10% Discount of all Menu items & drinks if you mention the staff "**Friday Business Meetup Deal**" * * We will delve into the power of integrating feminine wisdom with masculine energy for enhanced business strategies and entrepreneurial success. Discover the importance of positive human collisions in fostering innovation and growth, while expanding your network in a dynamic and supportive environment. * * Don't miss this opportunity to meet new contacts, exchange knowledge, and take yourself to the next level! * * **About Host:** Host of the event Sash (Sachin) is qualified accountant in practice. Mostly he is present in the event but it is subject to his prior commitment. However everybody is still invited to chat & socialise whether he is present or not. The place is a platform for everyone to gather,meet & help each other. * * **Address & Timings :** from **6-8 PM** at **500 Victoria Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051 (This event will be on every Friday same time same day unless otherwise advised)** * * Join us to meet new friends, hang out and have some laughs. New people are always welcome 😊🍺🍺 * * Come along to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend. * * **Liability Waiver:** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being.

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