Ready Set Summer! Practical tips for tourism businesses

READY... SET... SUMMER!

Join us at Safety Beach Sailing Club for a FREE practical and informative morning designed to help Mornington Peninsula tourism and hospitality businesses feel informed, prepared and ready for the busy summer season.

Hear directly from local experts, including:

Claire Cowton – Country Fire Authority (CFA)
The CFA will outline local bushfire risk patterns and seasonal forecasts specific to the Mornington Peninsula, explain where to find trusted emergency information, and provide practical guidance to help businesses prepare for bushfire and emergency situations.

Chad Henry – Senior Manager, Strategy & Stakeholders, Life Saving Victoria
Chad will share important summer and water safety information, including practical considerations for businesses welcoming visitors to our coastal region during the busy summer period.

Abbey Evans – Mornington Peninsula Shire Resilience Team
Discussion on preparing for the critical first 72 hours of an emergency, protecting business resources, managing service disruptions and maintaining business continuity and learn the importance of having a simple emergency plan in place. The team will also provide an update on bird flu and what businesses can do if they or their guests encounter as affected animals.   

Matt Davey – Acting Inspector, Victoria Police
Matt will provide practical advice from Victoria Police to help local businesses prepare for the increased activity that comes with the summer season, including community safety considerations and useful information for managing busy periods.

What will you take away?

-  Practical tips you can put into action
-  Local knowledge from the people who know the Peninsula
-  A better understanding of emergency risks and response arrangements
-  Useful contacts, resources and information
-  An opportunity to ask questions and share experiences with other local businesses

There will be a short break during the morning for tea, coffee and scones, with plenty of opportunity throughout the session to ask questions, hear practical advice and connect with other local businesses. The event will conclude at approximately 12pm.

Have a question you’d like answered on the day?
We want you to leave the session feeling informed and equipped with practical information and strategies to help your business have a safe and successful summer. If you have a question for one of the presenters please include it in your registration, or email it to the Visitor Economy team before the event. 

Be Summer Ready - Book your spot today.