Impactful business connections: Mentoring & networking day

Next date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026 | 09:30 AM to 02:00 PM

Join us for a day of purpose, connection and professional growth at the Pinchapoo Mentoring and Volunteer Event.

Pinchapoo is a leading Australian charity that provides essential hygiene products to people experiencing hardship, helping restore dignity and improve everyday wellbeing. By taking part, you will directly support Pinchapoo’s mission and contribute to their impactful work.

This hands‑on experience brings together local business owners and leaders to pack hygiene kits for those in need while connecting with our experienced business mentor, Natalie Hallet from Oak Mentoring.

The day blends meaningful volunteering with informal mentoring conversations and relaxed networking in a supportive, welcoming environment.

You will hear from Pinchapoo’s founder about the charity’s work and impact, meet like‑minded business owners, and have the opportunity to ask questions, share insights and learn from others. You will leave with new connections, fresh perspectives and the satisfaction of making a genuine difference in your community.

If you are a small business owner looking to expand your network, gain practical advice and give back, this event is for you.

What the workshop will cover

• receive expert advice and insights through informal mentoring 
• grow your business network by meeting other local leaders and owners
• make a real difference by volunteering to pack hygiene kits for those in need
• gain fresh perspectives, connect with like-minded professionals, and leave with a sense of purpose and community impact. 

Event details

• Date: Tuesday 26 May
• Time: 9.30am to 2pm
• Venue: Pinchapoo, Factory 19, 63-71 Bayfield Road East, Bayswater 3153    
• Cost: $49
• Lunch included
• Bookings essential

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About the business mentor

Natalie Hallet is the Founder and CEO of Oak Mentoring, with over 14 years’ experience in starting, growing, and leading successful businesses. As co-founder of Section Technologies (later Section Group), she guided the company through every stage of development, ultimately selling it to a leading Australian ISP in 2024. Natalie’s expertise spans IT, digital marketing, retail, education, and more.

Through Oak Mentoring, she now helps small and medium businesses achieve growth with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Further information

For more information please contact BizHub Maroondah on 9298 4679 or bizhub@maroondah.vic.gov.au.

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Pinchapoo, Factory 19, 63-71 Bayfield Road East, Bayswater North, 3153, View map