Service Providers

Below is a selection of Service Providers that may be able to assist you with a project at your church. They have each been utilised by either the BUV office or the churches.

Please contact the relevant company directly for further information on their products and services.

If you would like to be listed as a Service Provider or you have a recommendation, please contact the BUV Administration Department on 9880 6111.

Architects

Kenneth Edmonds and Associates Pty Ltd is an architecture practice specialising in Community Projects such as facilities for Churches, Schools, Aged Care, Sports Recreation, Child Care, Day Care, Student hostels and Private housing residences.

The practice has been commissioned by a number of Baptist Churches and associated schools over 20 years. The most recent completed projects were for the Baptist Churches in St. Kilda, West Preston, Moreland, North Balwyn, Clifton Hill and Collins Street.

Mr. Ken Edmonds is a Deacon of the Ashburton Baptist Church and a member of the Baptist World Alliance Commission on Worship and Spirituality.

For more information contact:

Kenneth Edmonds and Associates Architects Pty Ltd

4A Montrose Street,

Hawthorn East Vic 3123

Tel: 03 9882 7117

Fax: 9882 6762

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Blinds & Awnings

Blind Concepts Pty Ltd would be pleased to offer the Baptist Church's of Victoria special prices and services on all blinds and awning requirements they may require.

A minimum of 10% discount on new blinds and awnings is guaranteed. Additional savings would be the 'No Additional Charge' for the removal and disposal of old blinds and awnings being replaced.

As a family business striving to provide maximum customer satisfaction, we will ensure at all times that our service benefits the Baptist Church and community.

For more information contact:

Ralph & Pam Longley

Blind Concepts Pty Ltd

614 Mountain Highway

Bayswater Victoria 3153

Phone: 03 9720 1778

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Web: www.blindconcepts.com.au

Carpet Cleaning

Ideal Master Carpet Steam Cleaners Pty Ltd has been an owner operated business since 1981. We are fully insured, competitively priced and have a thorough knowledge of carpet care.

Ideal have worked for Vasey, RSLcare, Anglicare, Uniting Church, Retirement Services Australia and Baptist Union of Victoria.

For more information contact:

John Clarke & Ian Smith

Ideal Master Carpet Steam Cleaners Pty Ltd

65A Through Rd

Camberwell Victoria 3124

Phone: 9889 9060

Mobile: 0416 200 157

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Finance

Baptist Investments & Finance Ltd provides a Charitable Investment Scheme for the raising of capital by offering Debenture Products which are available to any person, Church or organisation to support and expand Baptist denominational ministry throughout Australia.

Loans are made available to Churches to purchase property & manses, upgrade & repair buildings and to develop ministries including schools, aged care and community services. Personal loans are also provided to Accredited Baptist Ministers for a ministry purpose.

For more information contact:

Jeremy Peet

State Manager - Victoria

Baptist Investments & Finance Ltd

Level 1, 1193 Toorak Road

Camberwell Victoria 3124

Phone: 1300 650 542

Fax: 1300 784 699

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Web: www.bif.com.au

Fleet & Car Leasing

ACS Fleet Management is a division of Australian Christian Services Pty Ltd, a national financial services company specialising in providing investment, insurance and finance solutions to the church and charity sector. Wholly owned by Australian Christian Churches, we understand the special needs of churches, charities and the government sector.

ACS Fleet Management utilises structured finance and competitive pricing with a range of motor vehicle manufacturers in order to deliver excellent fleet management solutions for our clients. We currently have thousands of vehicles under management across Australia and we aim to deliver simple, cost effective, motoring solutions, specialising in the needs of the church, charitable and Government sector.

The BUV has a Master Operating Lease with ACS Fleet Management. Please contact them directly for information regarding your eligibility.

For more information contact:

ACS Fleet Management

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Phone: 1300 729 322 or (03) 9837 2233

Web: www.acservices.com.au

Indoor Plant Hire

The Frenchams Group conducts the sale or hire, installation and maintenance of interior and exterior plants and plantscaping. Frenchams provide also provide plants for short term special occasions if the need arises.

We are happy to provide advice or obligation free quotations at any time regarding the service we provide and the suitability of plants for your church.

For more information contact:

Alison Bussell

Sales and Marketing Manager

21 Wadhurst Drive

Boronia Victoria 3155

Phone: (03) 9887 4755

Mobile: 0417 140 336

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Website: www.frenchams.com.au

IT Software

Microworx Pty Ltd has negotiated with the major software vendors on behalf of charities to offer you significant savings over commercial prices. These savings are on products from manufacturers such as Microsoft, Symantec, Adobe, Trend Micro, Zone Labs, Kerio, Nuance, Corel, Filemaker, CA, Interact, Quark, Sony, Pinnacle Systems, Camtesia, Scansoft, Epson & others.

Benefits for non-profit organisations:

  • Savings range from 20% to 80% off the Recommended Retail Price on a huge range of software titles!

  • The latest software to help your organization become more effective and efficient. We save you time & money with clear advice on the best product to buy and the cheapest way to buy it.

  • A clear conscience. Australian Copyright Law requires every computer to have a licence for software installed on that computer. Microworx is providing a vehicle for you to be completely compliant with Australian Copyright Law, at a huge discount.

Microworx has specialist, expert knowledge in the charity sector. We understand your specific needs and offer reliable, quality service and great pricing. As part of our service, we regularly provide consultancy on the broader issues of software asset management, licensing compliance, annuity renewals, evaluation of software alternatives, and recommendations for cost effective software acquisition.

For further information contact

Paul Zarb

Church & Charity Account Manager

Microworx Pty Ltd

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Web: www.microworx.com.au

Phone: (03) 9857 3800

Mobile: 0404 293 870

Landscaping & Maintenance

Plants & Plenty Pty Ltd is based in the Dandenong and travel widely to give personal care to gardens. We can professionally solve all garden issues.

  • Rejuvenations
  • Irrigation systems
  • Water gardens
  • Landscaping maintenance and construction
  • Plant sourcing
  • Consultations (Know where your next Working Bee is headed!!!)

For more information contact:

Bruce Gaulke

Mobile: 0419 137 375

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Legal

When you’re in need of legal help you need someone you can trust. McCracken & McCracken Lawyers is a compassionate law firm, providing practical and cost effective legal advice.

  • For Company & Business Law
  • Copyright & Intellectual Property matters
  • Buying & Selling a business
  • Conveyancing matters
  • Family Law
  • Wills
  • Trusts
  • Compensation Claims
  • Litigation
  • Local Govt planning and environment

We also advise churches and other not for profit organisations in legal matters and have offices in Blackburn and the CBD for your convenience.

Mr. Stephen Morton is the Baptist Union of Victoria Honorary Legal Advisor and a member of Croydon Hills Baptist Church and the BUV executive Council.

For more information contact:

Mr. Stephen Morton

McCracken & McCracken Solicitors

Level 1, 60 Railway Road

Blackburn Vic 3130

Phone: 03 9894-3333

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Pest Control

M & R Termite Solutions Pty Ltd specialise in termite management providing home or church inspections with full written reports. Free no obligation quotes and 10% discount available for members of the Baptist Union of Victoria. Treatments also available for ants, spiders, bees, wasps and general pest control. All enquiries welcome!

For more information contact:

Michael O'Connell

M & R Termite Solutions Pty Ltd

Phone: 0413 716 233

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