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SUMMARY:PAE Business - One on One Business Support Meeting with Office for Small and Family Business - Angle Park
DESCRIPTION:Small business owners in PAE can book a one-on-one session with a representative from the Office for Small and Family Business to receive business support. \nA Business Support Officer from the Office for Small and Family Business will be visiting Parks Library in Angle Park to meet with local business owners. Sessions are 45 minutes and there are only six spots available. During the free one-on-one session\, the Business Support Officer can help you: \n🖱️navigate government support services \n🤝connect with resources \n💲access grants or funding \n💡uncover tools and tips that will help your business grow \nHurry and secure the time that works best for you! \nIf your preferred session time is already booked\, please contact the Economic Development team at the City of PAE at business@cityofpae.sa.gov.au and we will add you to the waiting list. \nIf you have previously attended a one-on-one business support meeting\, we kindly encourage you to let other businesses in our community take up this opportunity. You are always welcome to contact the Office for Small and Family Business by email or hotline\, and remember\, our Economic Development team is here to support you anytime. \nThe Office for Small and Family Business provides support and advice for businesses to access state government information\, support\, and services.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/pae-business-one-on-one-business-support-meeting-with-office-for-small-and-family-business-angle-park/
LOCATION:Parks Library\, 46 Trafford Street\, ANGLE PARK\, SA\, 5010\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Port Adelaide Enfield":MAILTO:service@cityofpae.sa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T213000
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SUMMARY:Office of the Industry Advocate - Regional Tender for Success - Mount Gambier
DESCRIPTION:Regional Tender for Success – Mount Gambier – State Government and Business Focus \nReady to unlock opportunities in the South Australian Government market and beyond? This foundational training will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical strategies to successfully navigate government procurement processes and tender for work with both SA Government agencies and private sector businesses. Delivered in Mount Gambier\, this session is tailored to the unique opportunities\, support and challenges facing businesses in regional South Australia. \n  \nSpeakers:  \n\nPhillip Dowsett\, Deputy Industry Advocate\, Office of the Industry Advocate\n\n\nDan van Holst Pellekaan\, South Australian Small Business Commissioner\n\n\nElise Gordon\, Regional Manager Southern SA\, AusIndustry\n\n\nSmall Business Support Officer\, Office for Small and Family Business (Limestone Coast; Murraylands; Riverlands; Eastern Suburbs)\nJustin Sara\, Director\, ProbitySA\n \n\nWhat You’ll Learn: Gain a comprehensive understanding of SA Government procurement and private sector tendering\, from initial engagement through to winning and retaining contracts. This interactive session covers: \n\nProcurement Process Overview – Navigate the key phases and understand procurement thresholds that shape your approach across both government and private sector buyers.\n101 of Influencing Government and Private Sector Buyers – Learn who to talk to\, how to engage efficiently\, and why the specification is critical to your success whether you’re bidding for public or private work.\nMastering the RFQ – Step-by-step guidance on responding to Requests for Quotation (targeted at contracts under $550k) and equivalent private sector procurement processes.\nInside the Evaluation Process – Gain valuable insights and observations from real SA Government evaluation panels\, with parallels drawn to how private sector businesses assess and select suppliers.\nReading the Signs – Identify indicators that your bid is on track (or needs adjustment) regardless of whether you’re pursuing government or commercial contracts\nWinning Beyond the First Contract – Discover how effective contract management and relationship building create pathways to future opportunities with both government agencies and private businesses.\nBest Practice Engagement with OIA – Key takeaways on leveraging support and resources available to the Limestone Coast and regional businesses.\nSupport and Programs Available with Small and Family Business\, Small Business Commission and AusIndustry – Overview of support programs\, resources and state and federal selling to government resources that local businesses can utilise.\nQ&A – The session includes dedicated Q&A time to address your specific questions and challenges\, including those relevant to operating from a regional base.\n \n\nWho Should Attend: Limestone Coast businesses new to government procurement\, regional suppliers looking to strengthen their tendering approach\, and any business seeking to understand the fundamentals of selling to SA Government or breaking into private sector supply chains. Whether you’re in construction\, manufacturing\, services\, or any other industry\, this session will give you the tools to compete and win. \n  \nExclusive One-on-One Consultation Opportunities:  Following the session\, Justin Sara\, Director of ProbitySA\, and Phillip Dowsett\, Deputy Industry Advocate\, will be available until 5:00pm to undertake a limited number of site visits at participating businesses. These consultations offer practical\, in-depth guidance on tendering and procurement opportunities relevant to your organisation. \nTo express your interest in a site visit and nominate your preferred time\, please contact oia@sa.gov.au.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/office-of-the-industry-advocate-regional-tender-for-success-mount-gambier/
LOCATION:Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre\, Level 1 / 7 Margaret Street\, MOUNT GAMBIER\, SA\, 5290\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of the Industry Advocate":MAILTO:oia@sa.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T140000
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SUMMARY:Stretton Centre - Facebook Ads Advanced: Ads that Convert!
DESCRIPTION:Turn Your Ads into a Predictable Funnel for Leads or Sales! \nIf you are already running Facebook or Instagram ads but not getting the results you want this is a mut attend! \nThis workshop is designed to help you take your ads to the next level by showing you how to turn scattered campaigns into a clear\, structured funnel that actually drives consistent leads and sales. \nWe’ll break down what’s working\, what’s not\, and how to fix it. \n  \nWhat you’ll learn \n\nhow to structure your Facebook Ads into a simple\, effective funnel\nWork out why your ads might not be performing as expected\nUnderstand your key metrics (and what they actually mean)\nImprove results without spending more money\nBuild a clear plan to optimise and scale your campaigns\n\nYou’ll leave with a practical plan to improve your current ads\, plus a clearer understanding of how to turn your Facebook and Instagram advertising into a more predictable\, consistent system for generating leads and sales. \nSpaces are limited to 15 participants.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/stretton-centre-facebook-ads-advanced-ads-that-convert/
LOCATION:Stretton Centre\, 307 Peachey Road\, MUNNO PARA\, SA\, 5115\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stretton Centre":MAILTO:connect@strettoncentre.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T103000
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Business Australia – Building Blocks for Business Success - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:What is your business vision? Do you want to get a better understanding of the statutory and legal requirements that need to be considered when operating a business in Australia? \nThis workshop also introduces basic financial management concepts and tools used to run a business. \nTopics include:\n• basic business structures\n• registrations\, business name and vision statement\n• business management obligations such as insurance\, record keeping\, business names\, intellectual property and cultural considerations\n• financial literacy and key business terms\n• basic financial management concepts.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/indigenous-business-australia-building-blocks-for-business-success-virtual-13/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Australian Tax Office – Claiming Small Business Tax Deductions - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:This course explains small business tax deductions\, including which expenses can be claimed immediately\, which must be deducted over time\, and which are never deductible. It also covers the methods and rules for claiming motor vehicle expenses\, along with the importance of good record keeping and maintaining supporting documentation. \n  \nReview the free course on Claiming small business tax deductionsand come along to the masterclass with any questions you have. \n  \nTry the quick quiz to test how much you know and find out your gaps.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/australian-tax-office-claiming-small-business-tax-deductions-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T143000
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SUMMARY:Australian Tax Office – Claiming Deductions for your Home-Based Business - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity\, gas\, phone\, furniture\, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim. \n  \nReview the free course on Claiming deductions for your home-based business and come along to the masterclass with any questions you have. \n  \nTry the quick quiz to test how much you know and find out your gaps.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/australian-tax-office-claiming-deductions-for-your-home-based-business-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20261020T160000
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SUMMARY:Adelaide Business Hub\, City of Marion and The Australian Government Digital Solutions - AI - Beyond ChatGPT
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Adelaide Business Hub\, City of Marion and The Australian Government Digital Solutions program. \nFacilitated by Fiona Blinco\, founder of DIY Digital. This workshop is for intermediate-advanced AI users. \n  \nDiscover what AI can do for your business\, beyond ChatGPT. \nThis workshop is for intermediate to advanced users of AI. It will demonstrate Claude connections (integrating AI with email\, work documents and platforms such as Canva). It will also introduce Replit and Replicate. \nParticipants will \n\ndiscover AI tasks they can put into practice in their own business\nlearn how to integrate and use Claude with email\nlearn other AI integrations to streamline business processes\nuncover the world of vibe coding\nimprove image generation skills\n\nAbout the Presenter \nFiona owns and manages the website agency DIY Digital. DIY Digital has developed over 150 websites for clients ranging from e-commerce shops\, business consultants and allied health professionals. \nFiona has worked with clients using AI for content generation\, business processes\, website mock-ups and vibe coding widgets. \nFiona loves sharing her expertise through seminars\, webinars and workshops in digital marketing. She is renowned for giving engaging and informative presentations. \n  \n📅 Tuesday\, 20th October\n\n⏱️ 1.30pm – 4.00pm (includes 30 minutes networking with tea/coffee and light refreshments)\n\n📍 Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre – 139 Bradley Grove\, Mitchell Park\n\n💲 FREE
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/adelaide-business-hub-city-of-marion-and-the-australian-government-digital-solutions-ai-beyond-chatgpt/
LOCATION:Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre\, 139 Bradley Grove\, MITCHELL PARK\, SA\, 5043\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adelaide Business Hub":MAILTO:reception@adelaidebusinesshub.com.au
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