Business resources

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Find the latest details on our economic and business profile, as well as resources to support your business development.

Darebin Economic Framework

The Darebin Economic Framework is Council’s roadmap for building a stronger, more inclusive and more sustainable local economy.

Shaped by input from hundreds of local businesses and community members, it outlines four priorities: supporting businesses to succeed, revitalising our main streets, creating jobs through health and education, and growing local industries.

The Framework guides how we work with businesses, traders and the community to strengthen Darebin’s economy now and into the future.

Download the Economic Framework(PDF, 6MB)

Explore the Quarterly Economic Snapshot

Our Quarterly Economic Snapshot provides a clear view of how and where money is being spent across Darebin. These insights help you track local trends, understand customer behaviour, and identify opportunities for your business. It’s a simple way to stay informed and make confident, data-driven decisions.

Download the latest Economic Snapshot(PDF, 278KB)

View past Economic Snapshots

Download May 2025 Economic Snapshot(PDF, 278KB)

Download April 2025 Economic Snapshot(PDF, 327KB)

Support for business growth

Accessible business

Create more inclusive spaces to improve accessibility in your business and better support customers with disability.

Download the Good Access is Good Business practical handbook and checklist for cafés, restaurants, retail spaces, offices, and professional services in Darebin.

Cafes and restaurants

Café Handbook(PDF, 850KB) and Checklist(PDF, 354KB)

Retail spaces

Retail Handbook(PDF, 710KB) and Checklist(PDF, 414KB)

Offices and professional services

Office Handbook(PDF, 747KB) and Checklist(PDF, 437KB)

Please contact us for more information or to request accessible versions of documents.

More information

Access and Inclusion
Phone: 03 8470 8327
Email: disability.access@darebin.vic.gov.au

Education, training and employment for young people

The Inner Northern Local Learning and Employment Network (INLLEN) is a non-profit organisation funded by the Victorian Government that aims to improve education, training and employment outcomes for young people aged 10–19 years in the municipalities of Darebin, Moreland and Yarra.

Business networks

NORTH Link is a business network supporting growth and opportunity across Melbourne’s north. It connects businesses of all sizes through events, research, partnerships and advocacy, with a strong focus on manufacturing and supply chains.

Business tools and templates

Explore the Business Victoria comprehensive online resource that offers a range of services to help you successfully start, run or transform your business. Choose from a list of comprehensive tools and templates to make a business or marketing plan, cashflow forecasts, procedures manual and more.

Business grants

View current and upcoming Darebin grants

View external grant opportunities

Contact us

Economic Development
Email: business@darebin.vic.gov.au

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