BUSINESS BASICS FOR CREATIVES This fun and practical workshop covers all the essentials a creative needs to get the basics of small business right and avoid some of the most common pitfalls that we can experience when entering the world of freelancing and self-employment.   What you'll learn: Setting goals and working out the steps […]

Presented by Creative Plus Business with support from the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business and the South Australian Small Business Strategy 2023 – 2030.   MARKETING BASICS FOR CREATIVES Marketing is one of the most despised and least understood aspects of running a creative business, but there is a simple solution […]

Presented by Creative Plus Business with support from the Government of South Australia’s Office for Small and Family Business and the South Australian Small Business Strategy 2023 – 2030.   WELLBEING BASICS FOR CREATIVES Using creativity for professional work is both rewarding and taxing. Making money from our passion is a privilege, but burnout is a […]

At this workshop you will hear how applying the fundamental principles of marketing can help to increase awareness of your business and improve the potential for customers to buy from you. Topics include: • the 4+4Ps of marketing • researching the market • know your customer • branding and storytelling • culture in branding • developing a marketing strategy. Build […]

Learn about basic financial management and budgeting for business at this workshop. During this session you will learn about key financial concepts and develop budgets using a specially designed spreadsheet budgeting tool. Topics include: • key financial terms • financial reports for small business. • why numbers matter • understanding budgeting and forecasting • creating a budget • finance sources • industry […]

In the final workshop of the series, participants bring together information gained from the other workshops and their own research. Using their business development learner guide, participants will develop a lean business plan and showcase their business. Topics include: • what, why, when and who wants one • types of business plans • what is […]

Marketing should be a predictable driver of revenue, not a constant guessing game!   For many small businesses, the biggest barrier to growth isn’t a lack of effort — it’s not having a clear and current marketing strategy.   This practical 3-hour intensive workshop is designed to help local business owners move from reactive, “hit-or-miss” promotion to a […]

Payday Super update & Small Business Superannuation Clearing House closure • Employer’s Payday super obligations • Our approach to compliance • How to correct mistakes • Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) closing reminder Fringe Benefits Tax & dual cab utes • Identifying a significant breach • Reasonable grounds • Reporting obligations Cyber Security – […]

All In for National Reconciliation Week 2026   The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2026 is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make […]

Reconciliation SA is once again thrilled to host the National Reconciliation Week Breakfast in Tandanya/Adelaide in 2026. Every year Reconciliation SA hosts a breakfast on the first day of National Reconciliation Week. Now the largest reconciliation breakfast in Australia, this year’s event will attract 3,000 guests from different communities across the state. Our breakfast is […]

Do you have an idea for a business? Or are you just starting out and want to find out more? This info session is a great place to start! Topics include: • what is business, why go into business and are you ready • business success, risks and challenges • business preparation and planning • developing and testing your […]

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 […]