Manningham locals have 250 reasons to stay and buy local this winter. 

Throughout the months of July and August, Manningham Business is running its inaugural Buy Local Manningham campaign, promoting the local economy by giving local residents and visitors a chance to win $250 each fortnight.    

Manningham City Council Mayor Cr Michelle Kleinert said the Buy Local Manningham was an excellent campaign designed to promote awareness and the benefits of supporting local businesses.

“This campaign aims to encourage people to visit their local businesses and as a result, improve the local economy,” she said. 

“With the ever-increasing competitive nature of today’s economy and over 60 per cent of local spending reinvested into the local economy, it is the perfect time to ensure our residents know the importance of staying local.”

Businesses across Manningham have thrown their support behind the campaign, with Bendigo Bank Doncaster East and Templestowe Village branches offering four $250 cash prizes to locals taking part in the competition. 

To enter the fortnightly draw for a $250 prize, participants need to complete the following:

Step one – take a photo of themselves purchasing a product or service from a Manningham business. 

Step two – post the photo onto Manningham Business’ facebook page using #BuyLocalManningham and tagging the business if they have a facebook presence. 

Promotional resources and the competition’s full terms and conditions are available to download at www.manninghambusiness.com.au/buy-local-manningham/.