Every business decision makes a difference to the place we live and work. Doing ‘Business for Good’ is about making choices that support your local economy, your community and your environment.
Use the checklists below to see where you’re already doing well, and where a small change could make a big difference.
Money spent with locally owned businesses is often spent again close to home, generating around 1.8 times its value locally, compared to around 1.3 times for businesses that are only locally based.
Supporting your community can help build local relationships, engage staff and reinforce your business values.
Environmental responsibility helps protect local natural assets and contributes to a healthier, more sustainable community. Small changes to how you use resources can cut costs and protect our local environment.
Council is committed to building stronger communities and meeting social and environmental objectives which benefit the community. Businesses that demonstrate their commitment to helping Council achieve these objectives, will strengthen their tender responses.
Hear from successful Shire contractor Citywide about how they are creating local impact by using local indigenous business, Kaptify, as one of their suppliers.
This story was captured as part of the Doing Business for Good series — a Mornington Peninsula Shire initiative that champions local businesses partnering with community-minded suppliers to bring their social, local and sustainable procurement values to life
When Naturelinks started to plan their end-of-year Christmas party, they didn’t just look for a caterer — they also looked for a cause worth supporting. They chose HappinessFirst Café, a local social enterprise, to bring the celebration to life. It was a simple decision but one with meaningful impact.
This story was captured as part of the Doing Business for Good series — a Mornington Peninsula Shire initiative that champions local businesses partnering with community-minded suppliers to bring their social, local and sustainable procurement values to life.
Last updated September 2026
