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Accommodation

The Burrow at Wombat Bend

Yarra Valley Accommodation in Self-contained B&B Cottage, close to Nature.
A romantic private retreat for couples just ten minutes from Yarra Glen, and one hour from the city or Melbourne International Airport.
Five minutes from De Bortoli Winery, 15 minutes to Yering Station Vineyard, and central to a multitude of restaurants, cellar doors and Farmers’ Markets, worldclass galleries, and the nature lover’s paradise, Healesville Sanctuary.

Araluen Boutique Accommodation

An award winning boutique B&B in the Yarra Valley. Self contained spa villas & lodge rooms available.
Ideal setting for romantic getaways, intimate functions and wedding group accommodation, with complimentary* bridal room for wedding day preparations.
Your hosts are Rachel and Neil Hanson. They come to Araluen with enthusiasm and passion, and a wealth of experience in the Australian travel, tourism and hospitality industries. They look forward to greeting you and creating a unique and memorable experience that will have you returning again and again.

Accountant

WHM Partners

AT WHM Partners, we offer a full range of business and personal services expected of a leading edge accounting firm.

  • Accounting & Business Advisory Services
  • Tax Compliance Services
  • Superannuation

“Our past success has stemmed from our commitment to provide services and solutions of the highest quality. This commitment will continue.”

Administration Support

Vanessa M

“Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am the Owner and Operator of Vanessa M.”

Vanessa M is a Melbourne based online business management service dedicated to Taking Care of Business.

I do this by working with and supporting business owners and professionals with the day to day tasks of running their business.

I bring with me more than 10 years administration and management experience, in addition to the knowledge learnt from a variety of courses including an MBA from Deakin University.

To find out more, take a look around and if you have any specific questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Beauty Products

Mandala Handmade

Mandala Handmade’s natural handmade bath and body products are only tested on (willing and eager) human beings, never on animals. My products are always free from SLS, parabens, chemicals and toxins. I only use the highest grade essential oils, extracts and butters from ethically sound communities.

Each product is designed, made and packaged by the same two hands. It’s not just business, it’s personal. I love it and I hope you will too. All products are suitable for vegetarians and most are vegan-friendly.

Business Support/Coaches

Board Presence

Board Presence guides, transforms and builds capability and capacity in Boards, Committees and Directors as well as aspiring Directors.

Led by Author and Board Advisor, Guide and Coach, Stacey Daniel.

Caravan Storage

Yarra Valley Caravan Storage

Yarra Valley Caravan Storage is the ideal solution to reclaim lost space in your driveway, while ensuring your caravan remains safe and in good condition when not in use.

We offer a secure storage solution for your valued caravan, motorhome, boat or storage container in the heart of the Yarra Valley for short or long term. Our family owned, property is located in a quiet, rural area of the Yarra Valley, with easy access to the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Catering/Cakes

My Little Country Kitchen

My Little Country Kitchen is based in Kinglake West, Victoria and provides fresh, delicious and beautifully presented food.

Specialising in fingerfood and mini meals, we cater weddings and other functions and strive to exceed our clients expectations with our food and personalised service. 

Our food is all homemade and uses local produce where possible, everything is cooked to order so freshness and quality is guaranteed.

Our range of services also include our food van that can be seen at festivals and private functions locally and around Melbourne.

Sugar Shifters

Sugar Shifters – Custom Biscuits and Cakes

Happiness is homemade by Stefano Perugini.

Growing up in a foodie household Stefano always watched his mum bake in the kitchen, 15 years later he is now a Pastry Chef specialising in the production of authentic, handmade, Italian biscuits as well as custom couture cakes.

Jody Louise Cakes

A family business for all your cake and decorating needs!

Dedicated to making sweet treats – cakes, biscuits and more!

Bellarine Smokehouse

Bellarine Smokehouse was established in 2018 to bring you the finest smoked products from sustainably farmed and line caught fish.

Our Barramundi is from artesian aquifers in Victoria. Our Tasmanian Atlantic salmon from the pure southern waters. Our Trout from pristine Victorian mountain waters
Our NZ Ora King salmon – the wagyu of the sea – from the unspoilt Marlborough Sounds and fish caught off the vast Australian coast.

We sell direct to restaurants and cafes and the public from our ‘shed’ door and attend regular farmers markets throughout Victoria.

Childcare & Products

KIN Early Education

Our homely, purpose built facility caters for 60 children from 6 weeks to school age.
We place a strong emphasis on creating a warm, home like environment for our families and children with a commitment to quality early childhood education.

We believe that a rich learning environment can only be achieved through links with both families and the wider community and encourage families to get involved in our program wherever possible.

Helles Teeth

Helles Teeth is dedicated to bringing gum soothing goodness to babies around the world in a range of quirky themes and colours.

We believe that teething toys should be safe and have a low impact on the environment – as well as being awesome to look at! They should appeal to babies’ curious hands and aching gums, as well as parents quirky sense of taste.

Clothing & Jewellery

Katie Pie Design

I started Katie Pie Design because I wanted to do something I loved and a way to express my creativity side. I design earrings with are made from acrylic and laser cut by a small Australian laser cutting business. Designing fun, bright, colourful, sparkly and quirky handmade acrylic earrings. Made in the Yarra Valley with love.

Commercial Infrastructure

Croft Structures

With over 3 decades of experience designing, manufacturing and constructing greenhouses, shelters and commercial infrastructure, Croft Structures has you covered.

Our family business combines the good old fashioned quality and know-how that you expect, with the same value and expertise you’d find from the bigger companies.

Our team brings a wealth of design and project management experience to your worksite. From commercial size greenhouses and shelters to domes, shipping container covers and more – we can customize a Croft Structure to your exact specifications. From farming to mining, construction, horticulture and more – there’s a Croft Structure for any application.

So, we’d welcome your contact so that we can find the right Croft Structure for you.

Computer Support

Ashley Brown Computing

Hi my name is Ashley Brown and I run Ashley Brown Computing (making computing as simple as ABC…).   Do you need some computer or laptop assistance?  Regardless of if it’s an upgrade, virus issues, speed issues, building or setting up a new computer or network… or even if you just need some lessons or tuition; give me a call and I will help. I have over 22 years’ experience and I won’t confuse you with techno jargon or charge inflated prices…

First onsite visit at your address is free to analyse what help you need and how much its likely to cost. I will find the best priced suitable solution for any problem.  I pride myself on offering value for money, honesty and reliable computer support and equipment.

Copywriting

Climbing Vine Co.

I come with years of experience from the not-for-profit sector, where I learnt to write with passion and heart. Since then I have recognised the advantage this gives my clients in seeing not only charities, but small businesses and social enterprises, succeed in all things content-related. I have a particular strength in writing to welcome and nurture target audiences into becoming long-term satisfied supporters, customers and advocates of your product or cause. With a heart for women in business and seeing them rise up to achieve all they have been called to, I love getting to know you, the individual and the people you long to connect with. Good writing takes time… and that’s the area that makes my heart leap.

I can help you write with strategy:

  • website and blog copy
  • social media content
  • email copy
  • direct mail appeals
  • print communications

Electrician

Wandin Electrics

Wandin Electrics

Are you looking for a qualified and experienced Electrician you can trust?

Wandin Electrics have been servicing the Yarra Valley and surrounds for over 40 years. We are a team of A grade electricians who pride ourselves on being reliable, responsive, friendly and affordable. A family owned business who cares about you!

Essential Oils

Boho Emporium – Peony & Sage

Essential Oils blended by hand in small batches in the Yarra Valley, Victoria. We have blends for Every Body, Blends for Children & 100% Pure Essential Oils. We also specialise in Crystal Diffuser Jewellery and Diffusers for your home, body and car.

Our Famous Magnesium Oil is now available here, as is the Spirituality Range and Massage Oils.

Events/Venue

Yarra Valley Estate

Yarra Valley Estate is an award-winning, sustainable conference venue, with Victoria’s only Edible Forest! Discover the difference as you escape to the natural bushland location in the Yarra Valley; allowing you to disconnect from technology and re-connect. Conference in the tree-tops with tailored packages, exclusive use options, 48 accommodation rooms and personalised service that matters.

Olinda Yarra Estate

Olinda Yarra is the Yarra Valley’s most unique heritage treasure. Est.1868, set on over a thousand acres this working cattle farm has so much regal and rustic charm making it an amazing and magical setting for your event needs. Weddings, corporate & more.

Hire this venue for Weddings or special events. Unrivalled rustic charm set on over 1,000 acres of Yering River Flats in the Yarra Valley with Homestead, Stables, Sheds, Gardens & Railway Bridges.

Fitness Training

Felicity Crossland Trilogy Fitness

Yarra Glen based Personal Trainer, Distance Runner & (almost) Nutritionist.

Passionate about all things Health & Fitness.

Floor & Window Furnishings

Pane in the Arts

Pane in the Arts’….silly name, serious business!
Our service is like no other. Marlo & Miranda do it all! We offer FREE consultations, quotes & installations for Indoor/Outdoor Blinds, Shutters & Drapery in the Yarra Valley, Metro Melbourne and many surrounding areas.

Yarra Glen Floors

Yarra Glen Floors are your local independent flooring specialists. Adrian and Odette took over the business in 2015 with the vision of serving the Yarra Valley and beyond with quality flooring products and knowledge, we would be pleased to show you a range of flooring products to suit your needs from our Showroom in Yarra Glen.

We are able to provide you with the supply and installation of Carpets, Vinyls and Floating flooring throughout the home or office. We specialise in both domestic and commercial installations and have a professional approach with our knowledge and workmanship. We would be happy to come to you to complete a free measure and quote, after all it’s a chance to see the product in the home.

Flowers

Flowers of Yarra Glen

Flowers of Yarra Glen specialise in creating floral arrangements to suit any occasion, style and theme.

Whether it be stunning florals for a Garden wedding, elegant designs for a corporate event or weekly flowers for your workplace, they can guarantee stylish, long lasting and unique flowers specifically catered to your requirements.

Allie Dempster, owner and lead floral designer, has more than 20 years experience working in wedding, event and corporate floristry. Priding herself on listening carefully to your needs and her attention to detail, Allie will work closely with you to ensure the flowers for your event exceed expectations and create everlasting memories.

Fake it Pretty Florals

Everlasting real touch flower arrangements & artificial plants for indoors & outdoors. Our flowers are made from a combination of silk and latex which allows that ‘real touch’ feel and means they will always be looking bright and fresh in your homes. 

We set our flowers in a clear resin to create the look of ‘artificial water’ without the need for any maintenance, just everlasting blooms.

Grouting

Tile Rescue Wantirna

We are Tile Rescue, Australia’s leading Tile and Grout Cleaning & Maintenance Group, providing smart and efficient solutions for residential and commercial properties for more than 25 years.

Our expert technicians specialise in everything from restoring leaking showers and balconies to cleaning and repairing tiles and grout sealing.
We also restore stone and tiles of all types, from marble travertine, bluestone, porcelain, sand-stone, terracotta or granite. Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, our team is equipped to provide lasting and highly effective solutions that meet your needs.

Contact Travis to get a quote.

Handbags

Mimi-King Handcrafted Bags

‘Mimi-King Handcrafted Bags’ are elegant & classy, versatile handbags designed & manufactured in the beautiful Kinglake Ranges.

Marketing

Virtually Marketing

HELPING YOU TAKE STEPS TO ACHIEVE YOUR MARKETING GOALS
Here at Virtually Marketing I can help you with a single element of your marketing, or the whole sh’bang.
My experience has been working with small to medium sized businesses for 10+ years in New Zealand and Australia with Marketing.

Mechanic

Yarra Glen Automotive

Yarra Glen Automotive

Yarra Glen Automotive is your trusted local provider of mechanical services in Yarra Glen. Our area of focus is on providing professional automotive solutions for a wide range of vehicles. We’re also dedicated to delivering a high standard of customer care. Our aim is to ensure your vehicle is in tiptop shape and that you’re 100% satisfied with our service. Get in touch to organise a quote.

Mortgage Broker

NS Finance and Mortgages

Nicole’s 20+ years working in the Finance and Real Estate Industry has seen her accumulate an exceptional understanding of customers needs along with the ability to exceed expectations to ensure their experience is a positive and memorable one. Like a ‘dog with a bone’ Nicole has persistence and strives to find the correct and most suitable Finance Solution for you.

Packaging

Cellobags Australia

Specialists in Cellophane Bags

Wholesale Supplier of Paper, Plastic, Cellophane bags and containers for food packaging, florist supplies and all associated industries.

Pet Travel

Just Pet Travel

As pet owners ourselves, our small team of pet drivers and handlers have over 10 year’s experience in the pet transport and relocation industry. We understand that moving your four-legged friend from point A to B requires love, hugs and often some tailored care.

If pet transport makes you or your furry pal a little nervous, we’re here to bring you peace of mind. Although you won’t ride along with us, our options certainly help make to feel like it.

Transport your pets with peace of mind.

The paw-fect pet travel solution

Photographer

Ginger & Wild Photographer

So, who is Ginger and Wild?

Well, I’m the photographer of your dreams!

I’m also a mum to 2 fiery but perfect red heads, who I love more than life itself, and a wife to my totally amazing husband Joel (who I love almost as much as the kids!)

My passion for photography runs deep. I love, love, LOVE telling stories with pictures!

Pregnancy, babies, kids, families and weddings are what puts a smile on my dial.

Giving my clients the gift of happy memories is my most favourite thing ever.

Yarra Valley Drone & Mel Cornell Photography

Mel Cornell is Yarra Valley Drone. Aerial Photography and Video. Weddings, Businesses, Establishments, Private Property. Certified Drone Operator. Photographer and Videographer. In and around the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.

Main Frame Photography

We specialise in photography of Preschools/Early Learning Centres, schools and sporting clubs.
Main Frame Photography focuses on recording the important milestones in a child’s life. By capturing the key stages of a child’s life in a relaxed and natural environment we are able to provide parents with a catalogue of memories to be enjoyed for many years to come

Property Maintenance

Handyman Dave

David Harrop is Handyman Dave, with over 20 years experience there isn’t much that David cannot do around the home, rental property, shop front or farm properties / wineries. His work ethics are to show you respect and appreciation at all times, he will always maintain honesty and integrity and provide 100% job satisfaction.

His work is local and wants local people to refer him on to friends and family after he has done the job. David will surely provide the quality results because he and his team of handymen are trained & experienced.
Handyman Dave will provide you with the solution for most major and minor repairs, refurbishments, or maintenance & upgrades around the house, office, rental property, farm or winery.

Handyman Dave will to work around your time schedule and is flexible with bookings, they can carry out any works during business hours, after work hours or even on the weekend by appointment and booking.

Printed Clothing

A&M Designs

A business venture of two Melbourne mums creating personalised items at a budget friendly price. Can’t see something you are looking for? Just ask us! We can make your ideas a reality.
Specialising in clothing; tshirts, onesies, leggings, bibs, jumpers, hoodies and more!

Property Styling

calmnest property styling

Calmnest Property Styling

Calmnest enhances the appeal of property for sale with a range of presentation and decorating techniques to improve the appeal of your home and help attract potential buyers, our goal is to minimise buyer objection and maximise property value at sale.

Real Estate

Keen Real Estate

Amy grew up in Dixons Creek and now resides in Yarra Glen with her own young family.

A mother of two boys, Amy holds strong ties within the community with networking a key element to the industry bringing with her 20 years of local knowledge.

Amy is destined to be a successful agent with 10 years experience in hospitality, events management and building up her own wedding/catering business right here in the Yarra Valley.

Her strong work ethic and honest approach results in long standing relationships and positive feedback from those around her.

Driven by community over competition and always aiming to exceed her clients expectations, Amy is always striving to achieve great results with the value being on her clients, giving them peace of mind that they will have a stress free, positive process when selling their home.

Restaurant/Winery

Steels Gate Wines

Steels Gate is a 30 year old boutique vineyard located within the Yarra Valley. Steels Gate was established by owners Matthew Davis and Brad Atkins releasing their first vintage of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 2010.
Boutique vineyard and cellar door, nestled amongst the vines with spectacular views. Open Thursday – Monday 10.30am – 5.30pm

Steels Gate Vineyard, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir block. Situated at 230m above sea level, planted in the early 1980’s on a steep, north-east facing slope on friable grey loam soils. Completely unirrigated.

Heartswood

Heartswood is the first venue for Matt Binney and partner Bianca. Situated in the old Colonial Bank building in Yarra Glen, the desire was to create something relaxed yet refined for the local community. Formerly the Head Chef at Merricote (now closed) in Northcote, Matt seeks to create a venue that embraces the exceptional produce of the Yarra Valley.

“HEARTWOOD SHOULD FEEL LIKE YOU’RE AT A FRIEND’S PLACE, ALBEIT ONE THAT HAS GREAT COFFEE, BOOZE AND IS HANDY IN THE KITCHEN”

Scrapbooking

Coldstream Creations

Whether you are interested in joining a class or just wanting to purchase well-priced, high  quality craft products, we’d love to meet you. We offer friendly, helpful advice & are more than happy to spend time assisting you with your projects.

Getting involved in craft is a wonderful way to meet new people who share the love of creating. We aim to provide lots of inspiration for all ages without breaking your budget.

Sewing Classes

The Tailored Cut

Want to learn new tips, tricks and techniques to start you on your sewing journey?
Sewing is a rewarding and valuable skill to master, no matter your age or experience. It utilises artistry, mathematics, planning and problem-solving, all while being exciting and creative.

Our passion and know-how will inspire you, and you’ll learn the skills needed to create your very own work of art, or at the very least, have a lot of fun trying. The casual nature of our classes appeals to a range of students.

Current sewing enthusiasts include stay at home parents, shift workers, school-aged students, retirees, and full-time workers all who are wanting to learn, refresh or update their sewing skills.

Tourist Attraction

Edible Forest Yarra Valley

Our Edible Forest is a place like no other! Imagine walking through a forest where everything around you is edible or medicinal. Once you step inside the Edible Forest, you will be guided through six specifically designed areas which naturally flow into one another.

Be guided by one of the gourmet gardeners who lovingly created the space, learn the health benefits and reasons why individual plants were selected as you meander through the lush and abundant ‘forest’.

Open daily for guided tours at 10am (Mon-Fri) or 12pm Saturdays. Group bookings by appointment.

Wine

Bobar Wines

Born of a love of nature, doing things the slow way and a shared dream, Bobar has a sense of what is old is new is old again. Grapes are perfect to make wine just the way they are, nothing added and nothing taken away.

Home is Yarra Glen, a town that the Yarra River lazily slides through on the western side of the Yarra Valley at the base of the precipitous Christmas Hills range. The vineyards where our wines are grown are secreted into the hills to the west and the Steels Creek and Dixons Creek valleys to the north of the township.

The Bobar wines are made simply but with precision, intent and craft. They are natural wines without chicanery, thumping or whirring and are an unbridled expression of this part of the Yarra Valley’s unique confluence of climate and terrain. Bobar wines are made with love, passion and soul.

Website Design

SHE Says Web Design By Bek

SHE Says also provides a web design service as well as connecting businesses and providing business support and advice. Our in house web designer Bek Hutchin has over 10 years experience in web design for small to medium size businesses.

Contact us and chat to Bek about your web sites design ideas and goals. We can put together a tailormade package that suits your needs and uses the skills that both Vanessa and Bek have gained from years of experience working in business.

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