The Uralla Shire Business Chamber is thrilled to announce the launch of Uralla Bucks, an exciting new Shop Local initiative designed to keep money circulating within our community.
Uralla Bucks is a local currency program that encourages residents and visitors to shop locally, supporting our local businesses while keeping economic benefits right here in Uralla.
What are Uralla Bucks?
Uralla Bucks are a local currency that can be used at participating businesses throughout Uralla. They work just like regular money, but with one important difference: they can only be spent locally, ensuring that money stays in our community.
How it works:
- Purchase Uralla Bucks from the Chamber or participating businesses
- Spend them at any participating local business
- Businesses can then use them to pay other local suppliers or exchange them
- Money circulates within our community, supporting local jobs and businesses
Benefits for the Community
Uralla Bucks provide numerous benefits:
- Support local businesses: Every Uralla Buck spent goes directly to a local business
- Keep money local: Studies show that money spent locally has a multiplier effect, creating more economic activity
- Build community: Shopping locally strengthens community connections
- Create jobs: Supporting local businesses helps maintain and create local employment
- Unique gifts: Uralla Bucks make great gifts that encourage local shopping
How to Get Uralla Bucks
Uralla Bucks are available in various denominations and can be purchased:
- Directly from the Chamber office
- At participating local businesses
- Online through our website (coming soon)
- At Chamber events and markets
For Businesses
If you're a local business interested in accepting Uralla Bucks, we'd love to have you on board! Participating businesses benefit from:
- Increased customer traffic from people using Uralla Bucks
- Promotion in our directory of participating businesses
- Supporting the local economy and community
- Being part of an innovative local initiative
To become a participating business, please contact the Chamber or visit our Uralla Bucks page for more information.
Success Stories
Similar programs in other regional communities have shown great success, with participating businesses reporting increased sales and stronger community connections.
Join the movement
Uralla Bucks is more than just a currency - it's a way to invest in our community, support local businesses, and keep Uralla thriving. Every Uralla Buck you spend makes a difference.
For more information about Uralla Bucks, including how to purchase them, which businesses accept them, and how to get your business involved, please visit our dedicated Uralla Bucks page or contact the Chamber.
Let's keep it local with Uralla Bucks!
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