How Small Businesses Gain by Going Green Sustainability isn’t just for large corporations—small businesses have much to gain by embracing environmentally friendly practices. Here are five compelling reasons why sustainability is a key consideration for small businesses. 1. Because sustainable practices are becoming a business standard. As governments, suppliers, and consumers raise their expectations for…
Eco-Friendly Wedding Planning Guide Planning your wedding with an eco-friendly approach can make your special day even more meaningful. There are plenty of ways to re-use, recycle, and donate, ensuring your wedding is both environmentally and ethically sound. Start your “happily ever after” by making choices that benefit others and the planet. Skip the Favours,…
Get ready for tomato season with planting tips, companion plants, and unique varieties at Yarra Valley Estate
Nature is a wonderful gift which we enjoy every day at Yarra Valley Estate. With Spring unfolding before so are the colours in the garden. One of the first flowers to bloom is my favourite; the Daffodil. This humble flower symbolises new beginnings, creativity, hope, inspiration and inner reflection. Flowers have several benefits including…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Moira Kelly AO is a no-nonsense, down to earth, big-hearted and very compassionate Australian woman and Mum from Melbourne. Moira has devoted her whole life to charity work and those special causes close to her heart that just ‘make the world a better place‘. Moira spent many years living abroad caring for sick and needy children and…
If there is one decision you can’t put off until the last minute while planning a wedding, it’s choosing the wedding venue. Most of your decisions regarding your wedding will hinge upon the venue you settle on including the number of guests and the type of décor you have for the wedding. There are many…
On February 10, 2016, Yarra Valley Estate attained its internationally recognized EarthCheck Silver Certified status for its management systems and practices in support of energy conservation and sustainable property management. The achievement follows on from YVE Bronze bench marking status last year and numerous other awards throughout 2015. To achieve EarthCheck Silver Certification, a business is required…
In October last year YVE won the Victorian RACV Tourism Award in the categories – Qantas Award for Excellence in Sustainable Tourism and Business Event Tourism, winning these prestigious awards resulted in YVE being nominated as a finalist in the Australian Tourism Awards in the same categories. The Australian Tourism Awards are the tourism industry’s…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Yarra Valley Estate is a diverse, purpose built venue which sits at the foothills of the Great Diving Range in the Yarra Valley. With 4 separate conference rooms & 48 rooms of onsite accommodation, YVE is more than just a business event centre, they also host weddings and private events. Customer service excellence & sustainability…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Media release Thursday 5 November Yarra Valley Estate wins Premier’s Sustainability Award Yarra Valley Estate, a conference, wedding and accommodation facility in rural Victoria, has won the Small and Medium Enterprises category in this year’s Premier’s Sustainability Awards for the certified programs it runs across energy, waste, water and community development. Formerly a deer…
