A Networking Business Breakfast was held at the Ararat RSL on Wednesday 13th March bringing together 70 business owners and operators from the Grampians region, marking a resounding success for the Ararat region and its economic development.
Hosted by CEO of Ararat Rural City Council, Dr. Tim Harrison, the event showcased an engaging line-up of speakers. Cam Conboy, the current President of the Greater Ararat Business Network, delivered an insightful presentation on the chamber of commerce’s recent achievements, the upcoming AGM and outlined its plans for 2024.
The highlight of the morning was the much-anticipated announcement by developers ATG’s Niraj Singh and Adam Butera. The duo unveiled plans for a ground-breaking 4.5-star hotel and conferencing facility in Ararat, addressing a long-identified missed opportunity for the region. The attendees were excited by the potential economic benefits this venture brings, positioning Ararat as a destination with newfound potential.
The introduction of a high-quality hotel and conferencing facility is poised to further transform Ararat, offering not only accommodation but also serving as a hub for business events, conferences, and networking opportunities. This strategic investment has the capacity to boost visitation, inject dollars via increased spend into the local economy, not to mention employment opportunities, positioning Ararat not only as the Gateway to the Grampians region but also becoming an attractive destination for both business and leisure travellers alike.
Dr Tim Harrison commented on the event “The Networking Business Breakfast was a resounding success, bringing business owners and operators together, creating networking opportunity and informing and updating our traders creating a real sense of optimism and excitement within the local business community. The announcement of the hotel and conferencing facility signals a promising future for not only Ararat but the broader Grampians region”.
