Insurance can help safeguard your business, and protect you when events happen which are beyond your control. NRMA Small Business Insurance offers an up to 30 % discount on the first year’s base premium on some NRMA business insurance products to IBA Business customers. For more information or to access this offer, call NRMA on […]

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.   Review the free course on Claiming […]

Join our Managing Stress for Small Business Staff Workshop, offered at no cost thanks to the SA Office for Small & Family Business.   In this session, we explore what stress is, how it can be both helpful and unhelpful, and practical ways to manage pressure. Running a small business brings many stressors including finances, customer […]

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 […]

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.   Review the free course on Claiming deductions for your home-based business and come along to the […]

The Department of State Development, the Office of the Industry Advocate and Tactic invite local and regional businesses to attend Whyalla Major Project Connect. This event will bring together suppliers, South Australian Government agencies and major project buyers for an afternoon of valuable conversations and new connections. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet directly […]

Attending a free virtual Business Fundamentals Group Session is your first step towards long-term success as a regional business. Our experienced facilitators, with years of business ownership and professional expertise, will guide you on the path to building a sustainable business in a regional setting. Discover a structured approach to launching and running a business, […]

In this no-cost deep-dive full-day training, you will get some of the latest scientific insights into ways to improve your mental health and wellbeing. You will explore a variety of mental health topics, including stress management, countering thinking traps, exploring meaning and purpose, mindfulness, and much more.   You will access a wellbeing assessment providing […]

This 2 hour session is tailored to the needs of business intenders. Whether you are new to business, or you want to refresh your knowledge because you are starting another venture, we cover the nuts and bolts of feasibility, finance, marketing, legal, leasing, intellectual property and more. This workshop will cover: ✅ How to establish […]

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 […]

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) runs free Bookkeeping Fundamentals online workshops designed to empower Indigenous entrepreneurs and business owners. These sessions cover essential, practical skills like tracking income and expenses, cash flow management, and reconciling accounts to help you confidently manage your business finances.

Attending a Business Fundamentals Group Session is your first step in partnering with the Polaris team. Our experienced facilitators, armed with many years of business ownership and professional knowledge and experience, will guide you on the path to building a sustainable business. Benefits of this workshop: what you need to know about being in business […]