Australian Tax Office - Masterclass - Cash flow for Small Business Success - VIRTUAL
2026-09-01 11:30 - 12:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Online
Build confidence in managing your small business obligations with our interactive masterclasses. Designed to complement our free online courses, these sessions give you direct access to experienced ATO staff who can help clarify your responsibilities, walk through real-world scenarios, and provide practical guidance.
Masterclasses cover topics such as:

starting a small business
cash flow for business success
claiming home-based business tax deductions
claiming small business tax deductions
tax-time essentials – how to successfully report, pay and lodge correctly

They’re a practical way to strengthen your understanding of day-to-day business operations, helping you build good habits early and avoid common pitfalls that can affect your small business.

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Identifying Export Opportunities with AI-Enabled Insights - VIRTUAL
2026-09-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar is the first in our 5-part series ‘Identifying your export opportunities’. You’ll learn how experienced exporters evaluate commercial viability before committing time and resources by balancing:

customer demand
competitive advantage
market access
internal capability.

You’ll also learn how AI can act as a strategic thinking partner, helping you:

identify commercially viable opportunities
test assumptions
evaluate risk
make better export decisions with greater confidence.

Key topics

What makes an export opportunity commercially viable?
Difference between enquiries, leads and genuine opportunities
Understanding global demand drivers
Export opportunity myths and misconceptions
Recognising the different between realistic and aspirational markets.

Practical exercise

Opportunity identification worksheet.

Take-home tools

Export opportunity identification framework
Opportunity qualification checklist
Global demand assessment tool
Export opportunity scoring matrix
‘Opportunity vs. risk’ comparison worksheet
Export timing assessment tool
‘Signal vs. noise’ market filtering checklist.

Who it’s for
This series is for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets. It’s ideal for business owners, founders, export managers and decision-makers who want to:

make informed market selection decisions
identify commercially viable opportunities
build a more strategic, disciplined approach to international growth.

Office of the Industry Advocate - Tender for Success: Advanced
2026-09-02 09:00 - 11:00 | U City Centre, 43 Franklin Street, ADELAIDE, SA, 5000, Australia
Tender for Success – Advanced Training
Tender for Succes (Advanced) is an extended 2-hour session covering all fundamentals content plus expertise in tenders over $550k, full tender writing, evaluation insights, and negotiation tactics.

What You’ll Learn:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of SA Government procurement, from initial engagement through to winning and retaining contracts. Fundamentals content includes:

Procurement Process Overview – Navigate the key phases and understand procurement thresholds that shape your approach
101 of influencing Government Buyers – Learn who to talk to, how to engage efficiently, and why the specification is critical to your success
Mastering the RFQ – Step-by-step guidance on responding to Requests for Quotation (targeted at contracts under $550k)
Inside the Evaluation Process – Gain valuable insights and observations from real SA Government evaluation panels
Reading the Signs – Identify indicators that your bid is on track (or needs adjustment)
Winning Beyond the First Contract – Discover how effective contract management and relationship building create pathways to future opportunities
Best Practice Engagement with OIA – Key takeaways on leveraging support and resources
Q&A – The session includes dedicated Q&A time to address your specific questions and challenges.

Additional Advanced content that will be covered:

Procurements greater than $550k – winning the open tender
Understanding Evaluation Panel Mindsets – Learn how panel members approach their assessment tasks
Writing a Full Tender Response – Comprehensive guidance on crafting competitive submissions
Market Competition Dynamics – Navigate competitive positioning in tender environments
Leveraging the Clarification Process – Use clarifications strategically to strengthen your response
Presenting to Evaluation Panels – Maximise impact when given the opportunity to present your offer
Tactical Negotiation Management – Best practices for presenting contract requirements

Who Should Attend:
This advanced training is ideal for professionals pursuing SA Government contracts over $550k, including business owners, sales and business development teams, tender writers, contract managers, and consultants. Whether you’re transitioning from smaller RFQs to open tenders or looking to improve your win rate on high-value opportunities, this session provides the advanced strategies needed to succeed in competitive government procurement.

Business Foundations - Using AI for Everyday Marketing - VIRTUAL
2026-09-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Online
Only $20 and recording available for 7 days. Open to all businesses across Australia.

This hands-on, no-fluff workshop will help you learn time-saving ways to create content for market awareness, social media, and to drive leads.

This workshop will cover:

● Introduction – AI tools, what’s out there and how to choose
● Getting AI to sound like your business (rather than a robot!)
● Social Media, Website & Blog Content
● Email Marketing Content
● Visual Content
● Wrap-up & Resources

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with AI set up as your personal Marketing Content Assistant complete with posts and web content ready to go.

Presenter: Corrie Dark
Corrie has over 20 years’ experience in digital and technology, developing strategies for globally-recognised brands. Her knowledge extends from topline customer targeting, marketing, social media and online sales. Her focus is on finding the most effective strategies for businesses to ensure time is spent wisely in the most channels. Corrie runs an AI Strategy and Education business.

This workshop is presented by Business Foundations

Stretton Centre - Light, Phone, Action: Smartphone Photography and Video for Small Business
2026-09-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
Not Just for Instagrammers and TikTokers!

Your smartphone is already one of the most powerful marketing tools in your business—you just might not be using it to its full potential yet!
High-quality content is no longer optional. It’s what stops the scroll, builds trust, and turns viewers into customers.
The question is: are you making the most of what you already have in your pocket?
Join this hands-on Smartphone Photography & Videography Workshop designed specifically for small business owners who want to create better content without expensive gear or complicated setups.
You’ll be guided by Steve Davis from Talked About Marketing—a marketing expert who specialises in uncovering the real stories within businesses and turning them into content worth talking about.
In this practical session, you’ll learn how to:
✔ Capture professional-quality photos using just your smartphone
✔ Shoot simple, effective videos that tell your brand story
✔ Create content that increases engagement and builds credibility
✔ Find the “hidden gems” in your business and turn them into marketing moments
✔ Confidently produce content that stands out online—without overthinking it
This isn’t just theory—you’ll walk away with real skills you can use immediately to improve your social media and marketing.
Spots are limited to 15. Please bring your phone, chargers & any other equipment you use for filming content.

Australian Taxation Office - Masterclass - Claiming Deductions for your Home-Based Business - VIRTUAL
2026-09-08 11:30 - 12:30 | Online

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Understanding your International Customer Through AI - VIRTUAL
2026-09-08 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar is the second in our 5-part series ‘Identifying your export opportunities’.
Learn how to tell the difference between enquiries, leads and genuine commercial opportunities. You’ll be able to focus your business development effort where it’s most likely to generate export growth.
You’ll also learn how AI can help you:

identify high-value customer segments
analyse buyer behaviour
build detailed customer personas
recognise genuine commercial opportunities before investing time and resources.

Key topics

Identifying ideal export customers
B2B (business to business) versus B2C (business to consumer) export considerations
Customer pain points and buying behaviours
Procurement pathways and decision makers
Cultural considerations when engaging with customers.

Practical exercise

International customer persona development.

Take-home tools

International customer persona template
Customer point mapping tool
B2B buyer journey framework
Export customer profiling worksheet
Procurement chain mapping template
Cultural considerations checklist
Customer value prioritisation matrix.

Who it’s for
This series is for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets. It’s ideal for business owners, founders, export managers and decision-makers who want to:

make informed market selection decisions
identify commercially viable opportunities
build a more strategic, disciplined approach to international growth.

Stretton Centre - Grant Writing Workshop
2026-09-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
There’s Funding Available for your business or community group—Make Sure You’re Not Missing It!
Every year, businesses & community organisations miss out on funding simply because grant writing feels confusing, time-consuming, or “too hard to get right.”
This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to change that!
If you’re a community group or small business owner who’s ever looked at a grant application and thought “where do I even start?”, this session will give you the clarity and confidence you’ve been missing.
You’ll learn how to:
✔ Find the right grants for your business (and stop wasting time on the wrong ones)
✔ Decode eligibility criteria so you know exactly what funders are looking for
✔ Write clear, compelling applications that stand out from the crowd
✔ Avoid common mistakes that lead to quick rejections
✔ Turn opportunities into real funding potential for business growth
This is not just theory—you’ll work through practical steps and leave with real progress made during the session, plus a take-home workbook to keep building your applications.
Spaces are limited to 15.
Please note: that photos and video may be taken during this event for promotional purposes; by attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed. If you prefer not to be included, please advise event staff on arrival. Lunch will be provided during the workshop. Dietary requirements will be catered for where possible; however, due to venue and catering limitations, some requests may not be able to be accommodated.

Australian Taxation Office - Masterclass - Super Guarantee Employer Obligations - VIRTUAL
2026-09-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Online

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Building Market Intelligence Using Smarter Data - VIRTUAL
2026-09-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar is the third in our 5-part series ‘Identifying your export opportunities’.
Markets are constantly changing. Demand is influenced by:

economic conditions
technology
demographics
customer expectations.

In this webinar you’ll learn how:

to recognise these signals early and identify emerging opportunities before competitors do
AI can accelerate market research, helping you:

uncover emerging trends
analyse competitors
monitor trade developments
transform information into actionable export intelligence.

Key topics

Primary and secondary market research
Reliable export intelligence sources
Using Austrade and government resources
Competitor analysis techniques
Understanding industry trends and market signals
Using trade data effectively.

Practical exercise

Competitor and market intelligence mapping.

Take-home tools

Export market research planner
Competitor analysis framework
Export intelligence source guide
Market research question builder
Trade data interpretation guide
Market trend monitoring checklist
Competitor positioning matrix.

Who it’s for
This series is for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets. It’s ideal for business owners, founders, export managers and decision-makers who want to:

make informed market selection decisions
identify commercially viable opportunities
build a more strategic, disciplined approach to international growth.

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Evaluating Export Markets with AI-Enabled Tools - VIRTUAL
2026-09-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar is the fourth in our 5-part series ‘Identifying your export opportunities’.
Discover how AI-supported analysis can help compare markets objectively by bringing together commercial, regulatory, logistical and competitive factors into a more disciplined decision-making process.
You’ll also learn how to challenge some common misconceptions about exporting, and learn to evaluate opportunities using evidence rather than assumptions.
Key topics

Market demand indicators
Ease of doing business
Regulatory complexity
Logistics and market access considerations
Tariffs, free trade agreements (FTAs) and trade barriers
Political and economic risk factors.

Practical exercise

Market attractiveness comparison matrix.

Take-home tools

Market attractiveness comparison matrix
Market risk assessment tool
Ease of market entry checklist
Logistics viability assessment
Trade barrier identification checklist
Tariff and FTA snapshot worksheet
Market prioritisation scoring framework.

Who it’s for
This series is designed for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets. It is ideal for business owners, founders, export managers and decision-makers who want to:

make informed market selection decisions
identify commercially viable opportunities
build a more strategic, disciplined approach to international growth.

LegalVision – Legal Essentials Every Small Business Needs to Get Right – VIRTUAL
2026-09-24 10:30 - 11:15 | Online
Poor legal foundations are one of the most common – and costly – mistakes small businesses make.
The wrong structure, missing licences, or gaps in your contracts can leave you exposed to penalties, disputes, and costs that could have been avoided.
To help you get the basics right, LegalVision is hosting a free webinar on Legal Essentials Every Small Business Needs to Get Right.
Join us on Thursday, 24 September, when Harmanjot Kaur (Senior Lawyer) and Bianca Crapis (Lawyer) will discuss:

business structures: ensuring your legal framework supports your operational goals;
navigating licences: how to determine and secure the correct permits for your industry;
essential contracts: identifying the key agreements you need to protect your business; and
protecting your IP: safeguarding your brand, ideas, and commercial assets.

About Harmanjot Kaur

Harmanjot is a Senior Lawyer in LegalVision’s Corporate & Commercial team. She works closely with startups, SMEs and enterprise clients to provide commercially pragmatic advice. Previously a member of our Growth team, Harmanjot harnesses her experience as a Legal Project Manager to better understand the businesses she works with, and uses this knowledge when drafting and negotiating commercial arrangements for her clients.
About Bianca Crapis
Bianca is a Lawyer in LegalVision’s Construction team. Bianca has a background in planning, environmental, advisory, and litigation matters, with experience assisting in complex litigation matters across various courts and jurisdictions.

About LegalVision
LegalVision is a commercial law firm that provides unlimited legal support to SMEs and in-house teams through a fixed-fee membership. We help businesses manage all aspects of commercial and corporate law, including employment law, commercial contracts, mergers & acquisitions, intellectual property and business disputes with fast, practical advice, using custom-built tech to deliver predictable pricing and on-demand access to specialist lawyers across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Visit legalvision.com.au or call 1300 544 755 to contact our team.

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Prioritising your Export Opportunities with AI - VIRTUAL
2026-09-29 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar is the fifth in our 5-part series ‘Identifying your export opportunities’.
Learn how to:

sequence market expansion
build sustainable international growth
how AI can help rank opportunities
model different scenarios
allocate resources more effectively
build a practical roadmap for sustainable international expansion.

Key topics

Opportunity scoring frameworks
Balancing risk versus reward
Sequencing market entry
Avoiding overexpansion
Choosing priority markets
Building a market selection rationale.

Practical exercise

Export opportunity prioritisation framework.

Take-home tools

Export opportunity prioritisation matrix
Market selection decision framework
Market sequencing planner
Resource allocation worksheet
Export focus strategy template
Opportunity pipeline tracker
Market entry readiness comparison tool.

Who it’s for
This series is designed for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets. It is ideal for business owners, founders, export managers and decision-makers who want to:

make informed market selection decisions
identify commercially viable opportunities
build a more strategic, disciplined approach to international growth.

Stretton Centre - Facebook Ads Essentials: A Beginner's Workshop
2026-10-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
Launch Your First Campaign for Leads or Sales!
New to Facebook advertising? Join us for a practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help small business owners and start-ups confidently take their first step into paid social media advertising.
This hands-on session breaks down how Facebook and Instagram ads actually work and walks you through building a simple, effective campaign tailored to your business goals. Whether you want to generate leads or increase sales, you’ll learn how to reach the right audience and promote your products or services with clarity and purpose.
In this workshop, you will learn how to:

Understand how Facebook and Instagram ads drive leads and sales
Build a simple, effective advertising funnel (ad → landing page or product → conversion)
Identify the right offer or product to promote
Create compelling messaging and engaging ad creative
Set realistic budgets and structure your campaigns effectively
Avoid common mistakes that reduce performance and results

You’ll also take part in a guided activity to map out your own first campaign, so you leave with a clear, structured plan ready to implement immediately.
Who should attend?
Ideal for small business owners and start-ups with little to no experience in paid social media advertising.
Spaces are limited to 15.

PAE Business - One on One Business Support Meeting with Office for Small and Family Business - Angle Park
2026-10-20 | Parks Library, 46 Trafford Street, ANGLE PARK, SA, 5010, Australia
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.
A 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:
🖱️navigate government support services
🤝connect with resources
💲access grants or funding
💡uncover tools and tips that will help your business grow
Hurry and secure the time that works best for you!
If 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.
If 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.
The Office for Small and Family Business provides support and advice for businesses to access state government information, support, and services.

Office of the Industry Advocate - Regional Tender for Success - Mount Gambier
2026-10-20 07:45 - 21:30 | Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre, Level 1 / 7 Margaret Street, MOUNT GAMBIER, SA, 5290, Australia
Regional Tender for Success – Mount Gambier – State Government and Business Focus
Ready 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.

Speakers:

Phillip Dowsett, Deputy Industry Advocate, Office of the Industry Advocate

Dan van Holst Pellekaan, South Australian Small Business Commissioner

Elise Gordon, Regional Manager Southern SA, AusIndustry

Small Business Support Officer, Office for Small and Family Business (Limestone Coast; Murraylands; Riverlands; Eastern Suburbs)
Justin Sara, Director, ProbitySA

What 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:

Procurement Process Overview – Navigate the key phases and understand procurement thresholds that shape your approach across both government and private sector buyers.
101 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.
Mastering the RFQ – Step-by-step guidance on responding to Requests for Quotation (targeted at contracts under $550k) and equivalent private sector procurement processes.
Inside 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.
Reading the Signs – Identify indicators that your bid is on track (or needs adjustment) regardless of whether you’re pursuing government or commercial contracts
Winning Beyond the First Contract – Discover how effective contract management and relationship building create pathways to future opportunities with both government agencies and private businesses.
Best Practice Engagement with OIA – Key takeaways on leveraging support and resources available to the Limestone Coast and regional businesses.
Support 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.
Q&A – The session includes dedicated Q&A time to address your specific questions and challenges, including those relevant to operating from a regional base.

Who 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.

Exclusive 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.
To express your interest in a site visit and nominate your preferred time, please contact oia@sa.gov.au.

Stretton Centre - Facebook Ads Advanced: Ads that Convert!
2026-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
Turn Your Ads into a Predictable Funnel for Leads or Sales!
If you are already running Facebook or Instagram ads but not getting the results you want this is a mut attend!
This 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.
We’ll break down what’s working, what’s not, and how to fix it.

What you’ll learn

how to structure your Facebook Ads into a simple, effective funnel
Work out why your ads might not be performing as expected
Understand your key metrics (and what they actually mean)
Improve results without spending more money
Build a clear plan to optimise and scale your campaigns

You’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.
Spaces are limited to 15 participants.

Stretton Centre - Cloud Tools and Digital File Management for Small Business
2026-11-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
Work smarter, stay organised, and stop losing files!
If you are still juggling documents across devices or wasting time trying to find the right file when you need it this practical, hands-on workshop will show you how to take control of your digital files using simple cloud storage tools.
You’ll learn how to set up easy systems to organise, store, share, and protect your business files — so everything is in the right place, and easy to access from anywhere. Less stress, less chaos, more time to focus on running and growing your business.
What you’ll learn

a clear introduction to cloud storage and how it works
Set up simple, effective file organisation systems
how to share and collaborate with others easily
Understand syncing across devices and offline access
Explore useful advanced features and basic security settings

This workshop is perfect for start-ups, sole traders, and small business owners who want to feel more confident and in control of their digital files and day-to-day systems.
What to bring

Your own laptop/chargers etc (tablets are not recommended)

You’ll leave with a simple, practical file management system you can actually use straight away — helping you stay organised, save time, and work more efficiently every day.
Spaces are limited to 10 participants.
