About

Buy Lara is an initiative of the Lara Chamber of Commerce and is designed to highlight and promote the businesses of Lara.

All businesses within Lara and the surrounding District are automatically entitled to a free directory listing within this site, however registering for a Level 2 or above Site Listing includes a free membership in the Chamber of Commerce for 12 months.

Benefits of Registration

• Detailed listing page highlighting your Business
• Buy Lara is actively promoted in the local community with print media and window dressings
• Free Annual membership in the Lara Chamber of Commerce with every Level 2 or above Listing
  • Bi-Monthly Dinner Meetings
  • Guest Speakers on Current Business Issues and Financial Information
  • Links with the Geelong Chamber of Commerce
  • Great Business Networking opportunities

How to Register

Contact us expressing your interest or download and email us the Business Registration form.  We can help you get the most out of your listing including advice on content and media.

Business Directory Listing levels

There are 4 Levels of Listing available in the Buy Lara Directory:

Level 1 - Free Listing

Includes a single-line business listing on the website that includes the Business Name, Street Address and Contact Number.  The listing will be found under a single category and can be found either by browsing through the site or by the Business Finder on the site. 

There are no strings attached for this level of listing, and no fees will be charged or requested.

Level 2 - Paid Listing

This level of listing and above includes a complimentary Lara Chamber of Commerce Annual membership.

It includes a summary of the business and links to the business' website as well as a Contact Email form in addition to the details of Level 1.  This level of listing also includes the ability to list the business under multiple categories and a detailed Listing page dedicated to the business including a map, contact form and other business information supplied by the business.

Level 3 - Standard Sponsorship

Standard Sponsorship includes all the entitlements of a Level 2 listing and in addition entitles the business to an advertisement banner displayed prominently on the pages of the website with the exception of the Home Page.  There are 3 slots available for this type of advertisement on each page, and the banner is guaranteed equal exposure with other standard sponsors.

Sponsorship expires after 12 months with the option to renew.

Level 4 - Primary Sponsorship

Primary Sponsorship includes all the entitlements of a Level 2 listing and in addition entitles the business to a premium advertisement banner displayed prominently on every page of the website including the Home Page.

There is only one Primary Sponsorship available at any time, and the period of sponsorship lasts 6 months.