Welcome
We are Woodend Business, Tourism and Community Inc. (formerly Woodend Traders) and we work to strengthen Woodend’s local economy, amplify the voices of business, tourism, and community groups, and foster meaningful connections through collaboration, advocacy, and community-led initiatives in the 3442 region.
Why join us?
Because membership is more than a sign-up—it’s your gateway to connection, visibility, and a thriving local community. For just $75 per year ($10 for community organisations), you’ll unlock a bundle of benefits designed to boost your business, amplify your voice, and deepen your ties with Woodend and the 3442 region.
What you get as a member
Shop Local promotions: Be part of targeted campaigns that drive foot traffic and promote local retailers to residents and visitors alike.
Woodend High Street Christmas Tree Activation: Enjoy 50% off the activation cost to light up the street’s festive tree (Not For Profit organisations receive this activation free).
Late Night Shopping visibility: Stay open and stay noticed with our Late Night Shopping promotions, helping you capture evening customers.
Quarterly after-work socials: Build relationships with peers, partners, and community leaders in a relaxed, social setting.
Timely updates: Receive regular communications about events, initiatives, opportunities, and relevant local developments.
A collective voice: Contribute to a group that advocates for local business and community connection, ensuring your interests are heard.
Community impact: Support and back projects that strengthen the Woodend community and local economy.
Who should join?
If you run a retail store, trade, service, community organisation, or online business in the 3442 postcode, this is your home. Whether you’re a bricks-and-mortar shop, a trades business, a service provider, a community group, or an online entrepreneur, you’ll find value, visibility, and a platform to collaborate.
BECOME A MEMBER OF WOODEND BUSINESS, TOURISM & COMMUNITY INC.
✨ Why join us? Because it’s more than a membership — it’s your key to connection, visibility, and community. Here’s what you’ll unlock for just $75 per year (only $10 for community groups):
🛍️ Join in on “Shop Local” promotions.
🎄 Shine brighter and decorate your own tree with 50% off the Woodend High Street Christmas Tree Activation (FREE for Not For Profits organisations).
🌙 Stay open, stay noticed during our Late Night Shopping promotions.
🥂 Relax & connect at quarterly after-work socials.
📢 Stay in the know with updates on events, initiatives, and opportunities.
🤝 Have a voice in a group that advocates for local business and community connection.
💡 Make an impact by backing projects that strengthen our community.
👉 If you’re running a retail store, trade, service, community organisation or online business in 3442 — this is where you belong.
INTRODUCING YOUR WOODEND BUSINESS, TOURISM & COMMUNITY INC. COMMITTEE
PRESIDENT: Adam Halliday, Woodend Cellar & Bar;
VICE PRESIDENT: Nikki Barker, Monrose Marketing + Design
SECRETARY: Ed Irons, Woodend Bookshop
TREASURER: Raoul Noffke, 600 Above
GENERAL COMMITTEE: Tom Marsh, 600 Above; Louise Pannell, Woodend General and Little General Kids; Kate Rogers, Woodend Bakery
Woodend BT&C Inc. holds general meetings quarterly. Keep an eye on our socials for more info. All financial members are welcome to join and contribute.
List Your Community Events
We would love to hear about your club or not for profits events and promote it on our website.
Please complete the event listing form to be included.
NOTE: Please allow at least 14 days notice to have your event listed.
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Have Questions?
Please feel free to contact us via the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
✅ Opportunities to take part in “Shop Local” promotions.
✅ Extra promotion during our annual Late Night Shopping campaign.
✅ 50% off the Woodend High Street Christmas Tree Activation.
✅ Invitations to relaxed social catch-ups.
✅ Regular updates on local industry news, events, and opportunities.
✅ A place in a group that advocates for local businesses and community issues.
✅ The chance to support and shape projects that make Woodend stronger.
✅ Discounted membership for not-for-profit organisation.