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SUMMARY:Office for Small & Family Business - Connect\, Learn and Network - Port Lincoln
DESCRIPTION:Free event series for small and family businesses across regional SA.\nConnect\, Learn and Network is a free regional event series running across regional South Australia from May to July 2026\, delivered by the Office for Small and Family Business. \n\n\nDelivered by the Office for Small and Family Business\, each event gives you access to program information\, local services and contacts from your region. \nWhether you are starting out\, growing your business or navigating business challenges\, Connect\, Learn and Network can help you find what support is available. \n\n\n\n\nAt each event\, you can: \n\nMeet your local Business Support Officer\nLearn about government programs\, grants and services\nConnect with other business owners and support organisations in your region\nAccess tools and resources to help you start\, run and grow your business.\n\nIn regions affected by drought or algal bloom\, Rural Business Support and Regional Development Australia will also provide information on financial counselling\, business planning and grant assistance. \n\n\nFind an event near you \n\nLoxton – Wednesday 27 May | 7:30am – 9am\nMurray Bridge – Wednesday 27 May | 4pm – 5:30pm\nVictor Harbor – Monday 1 June | 8am – 10am\nHahndorf – Tuesday 2 June | 4pm – 5:30pm\nKingscote – Thursday 11 June | 4pm – 5:30pm\nPort Augusta – Tuesday 16 June | 4pm – 5:30pm\nMoonta – Friday 26 June | 7:30am – 9am\nClare – Thursday 2 July | 9am – 10:30am\nTanunda – Thursday 16 July | 4pm – 5:30pm\nNaracoorte – Tuesday 21 July | 4:30pm – 6pm\nPort Lincoln – Monday 22 July | 4pm – 5:30pm\n\n📩For any enquiries\, please reach out to dsd.events@sa.gov.au. \nClick here to choose your venue and to register.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/office-for-small-family-business-connect-learn-and-network-port-lincoln/
LOCATION:Port Lincoln Hotel\, Port Lincoln\, SA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of State Development":MAILTO:dsd.events@sa.gov.au
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SUMMARY:Copper to the World 2025
DESCRIPTION:Copper to the World 2025 will once again bring together industry leaders\, mining executives\, and METS innovators to explore the latest developments shaping the future of copper mining. \nIn partnership with the South Australian Government\, Austmine is pleased to welcome local and international delegates to Copper to the World 2025\, to be held on Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 August 2025\, in Adelaide. \nWith predicted copper demand far outstripping supply in the coming years\, this event provides a critical platform for the global mining industry to connect\, collaborate\, and explore the future of copper. \nCopper to the World 2025 will deliver: \n\nInsipiring keynote presentations from industry leaders and innovators\nDynamic panel discussions tackling the most pressing challenges and opportunities\nInnovation sessions showcasing the latest advancements shaping the industry\nNetworking opportunities\, bringing together decision-makers\, innovators\, and suppliers\nA vibrant exhibition\, highlighting project opportunities and cutting-edge technologies offered by world leading MET\n\nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/copper-to-the-world-2025/
LOCATION:Adelaide Convention Centre\, Halls F\, G & H\, Adelaide Convention Centre\, North Terrace\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Industry Capability Network SA (ICN SA)":MAILTO:info@icnsa.org.au
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SUMMARY:Office of the Industry Advocate - Tender for Success: Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Tender for Success – Fundamentals \nReady to unlock opportunities in the South Australian Government market? This foundational training will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical strategies to successfully navigate government procurement processes. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nGain a comprehensive understanding of SA Government procurement\, 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\n101 of influencing Government Buyers – Learn who to talk to\, how to engage efficiently\, and why the specification is critical to your success\nMastering the RFQ – Step-by-step guidance on responding to Requests for Quotation (targeted at contracts under $550k)\nInside the Evaluation Process – Gain valuable insights and observations from real SA Government evaluation panels\nReading the Signs – Identify indicators that your bid is on track (or needs adjustment)\nWinning Beyond the First Contract – Discover how effective contract management and relationship building create pathways to future opportunities\nBest Practice Engagement with OIA – Key takeaways on leveraging support and resources\nQ&A – The session includes dedicated Q&A time to address your specific questions and challenges.\n \n\nWho Should Attend: \nBusinesses new to government procurement\, suppliers looking to strengthen their approach\, and anyone seeking to understand the fundamentals of selling to SA Government.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/office-of-the-industry-advocate-tender-for-success-fundamentals-2/
LOCATION:Lot Fourteen\, TechCentral building\, Frome Road\, ADELAIDE\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of the Industry Advocate":MAILTO:oia@sa.gov.au
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SUMMARY:Office of the Industry Advocate - Tender for Success: Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Tender for Success – Advanced Training \nTender 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. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nGain a comprehensive understanding of SA Government procurement\, from initial engagement through to winning and retaining contracts. Fundamentals content includes: \n\nProcurement Process Overview – Navigate the key phases and understand procurement thresholds that shape your approach\n101 of influencing Government Buyers – Learn who to talk to\, how to engage efficiently\, and why the specification is critical to your success\nMastering the RFQ – Step-by-step guidance on responding to Requests for Quotation (targeted at contracts under $550k)\nInside the Evaluation Process – Gain valuable insights and observations from real SA Government evaluation panels\nReading the Signs – Identify indicators that your bid is on track (or needs adjustment)\nWinning Beyond the First Contract – Discover how effective contract management and relationship building create pathways to future opportunities\nBest Practice Engagement with OIA – Key takeaways on leveraging support and resources\nQ&A – The session includes dedicated Q&A time to address your specific questions and challenges.\n\n  \nAdditional Advanced content that will be covered: \n\nProcurements greater than $550k – winning the open tender\nUnderstanding Evaluation Panel Mindsets – Learn how panel members approach their assessment tasks\nWriting a Full Tender Response – Comprehensive guidance on crafting competitive submissions\nMarket Competition Dynamics – Navigate competitive positioning in tender environments\nLeveraging the Clarification Process – Use clarifications strategically to strengthen your response\nPresenting to Evaluation Panels – Maximise impact when given the opportunity to present your offer\nTactical Negotiation Management – Best practices for presenting contract requirements\n\n  \nWho Should Attend: \nThis 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.
URL:https://thecircle.sa.gov.au/event/office-of-the-industry-advocate-tender-for-success-advanced-2/
LOCATION:Lot Fourteen\, TechCentral building\, Frome Road\, ADELAIDE\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of the Industry Advocate":MAILTO:oia@sa.gov.au
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