AusTrade - Intellectual property and exporting for First Nations businesses - VIRTUAL
2025-11-18 11:00 - 2025-11-20 12:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Online
Are you a First Nations business owner, entrepreneur or creative?
Join IP Australia and Austrade for an introduction to IP and how it can support business growth. You’ll get practical tools and essential knowledge to help safeguard your business with IP rights.
The webinar also features a Q&A session for your questions about IP.
Register now to learn how IP can help you strengthen your business and prepare for international trade.
Key topics

Introduction to IP
Building and protecting your brand
Global readiness and exporting
Indigenous Knowledge and IP
Free IP tools and resources

Who it’s for
First Nations businesses that want to learn about IP and are interested in exporting.

Office for Small and Family Business - Small Business Sustainability Support Workshop 2 - VIRTUAL
2025-11-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Online
Small business sustainability — are you ready for What’s Coming
The business landscape is shifting. Costs are rising. Customers are changing. And more and more, bigger companies and government buyers are asking small businesses to show how they’re reducing their environmental impact — especially carbon emissions.
But what does that actually mean in practice? How do things like energy costs, use, waste, or suppliers affect your emissions — and what can you do about it without hurting your bottom line?
This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for small businesses — including those in hospitality, tourism and retail — who want to survive and thrive in a changing environment.
You’ll walk away with:

A practical understanding of how sustainability applies to your business.
Key opportunities to reduce emissions, energy use and waste — and save money doing it.
Tools to identify and access useful data for tracking your business’ footprint.
A free 1-on-1 follow-up session to review your specific business setup and systems.

Eligibility: Open to South Australian small business owners with fewer than 20 full-time equivalent staff, or any size family-owned business not already in a SA Government sustainability support program.

Business Development & Coaching with The Circle & Many Rivers - VIRTUAL
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
Introduction Session Overview

Introduction: The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub
Introduction: Many Rivers
Business Coaching Journey & On-boarding with Many Rivers
Starting Your Own Business 101
Ongoing Support & Business Development
Questions & Answers
Open Forum for Business Owners to Network

This event will be held fortnightly via Microsoft Teams, the link will be shared with via email before the event.

Indigenous Business Australia - Create a Lean Business Plan - VIRTUAL
2025-11-19 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-12-11 10:30 - 13:30 | Online
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 your X factor
• lean business plan components
• SMART goal setting.
With your lean business plan and business development learner guide, you should be able to clearly explain your business to others and identify what resources you will need to take the next steps in starting your business.

Fair Work Ombudsman - Workplace rights and entitlements for apprentices in the building and construction industry - VIRTUAL
2025-11-19 15:30 - 16:15 | Online
Are you an apprentice in the building and construction industry, or an employer who works with one? Understanding workplace rights and entitlements is essential to ensuring a fair and supportive working environment.
Join us for this informative webinar designed to help apprentices and their employers navigate the workplace rules that apply in the building and construction sector. We’ll break down key entitlements, obligations, and common questions asked by apprentices.
Whether you’re just starting out or supporting someone who is, this webinar will give you the tools to make sure you’re getting it right from the start.
A recording of this webinar will be made available to everyone who registers for the session.
You can find more free upcoming webinars at www.fairwork.gov.au/webinars.
Our services are free and available to everybody working or employing in Australia.   www.fairwork.gov.au
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The Polaris Centre - Polaris Business Fundamentals Group Session - Stretton Centre
2025-11-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia
Running and growing your business
Designed specifically for individuals who have started and running a business or are looking to revitalize an existing one, and who already hold an ABN.
This workshop, run in the City of Playford at the Stretton Centre is developed and presented by experienced business owners and mentors from the Polaris Centre, specifically for the Stretton Centre and businesses in the City of Playford that are already operating and hold an ABN.
BENEFITS of this workshop for YOU:

What you need to know about being in business!
How to price your products or services?
The importance of business planning
Ways to achieve and optimize profits!
How MARKETING can Transform and Accelerate growth!
Learn how to sell more than your competitors and;
Enjoy the work you do

You will also receive a comprehensive workshop manual and 1 hour of private business consultation, at a time to suit you and also a light meal will be served.
Places are limited! Book Your FREE Seat Now! Please ensure you arrive at 3.45pm for a 4pm prompt start.
For information please email Janet Wootton at jwootton@salisbury.sa.gov.au or visit our website www.polariscentre.com.au.

AusTade - Wine export opportunities in Central Europe - VIRTUAL
2025-11-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Online
This webinar is a unique opportunity to access insider knowledge and practical guidance to grow your wine exports. You can learn about Central Europe’s growing wine-importing countries, the increasing consumer interest in premium international wines, and its thriving hospitality sector.
Our in-market experts will share exclusive insights to help you gain a competitive edge, including:

buyer preferences
pricing strategies
emerging sales channels.

Ira Gielis, Director of Wine Logistics International, will talk about how to efficiently store and manage your stock within the European Union (EU), ensuring smooth supply to EU markets.
Key topics

Regulations
Logistics
Market insights

Who it’s for
Wine exporters looking to export to Europe, with a focus on Central Europe.
It will also be particularly useful for wineries participating in upcoming events in Europe, including Wine Paris and Aussie B2B Wine Day 2026 in Prague.

AusTrade - Doing business in Mongolia: METS, education and food opportunities - VIRTUAL
2025-11-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar will highlight opportunities in Central Asia’s fastest growing economy, Mongolia, and the potential across key sectors.
It will also cover history, culture and business etiquette of Mongolia, and why they’re important when exploring this market.
Key topics

Mining equipment technology and services (METS)
International education
Food, beverage and agribusiness

Who it’s for
Australian exporters, investors and service providers seeking to explore opportunities in Central Asia.

Adelaide Hills / Fleurieu Business Development Sessions
2025-11-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Mount Barker Library, 3 Dumas Street, MOUNT BARKER, SA, 5251, Australia
Have a cuppa with a Circle team member and discuss your business or business idea.
An hour appointment can be booked via thecircle@sa.gov.au.

Department of Finance - An introduction to Australian Government procurement for suppliers workshop - VIRTUAL
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
This session is intended as an introductory session to help potential suppliers understand how to participate in Australian Government procurement and contracting opportunities.
What you’ll learn:

Why you may want to sell to the Australian Government
What the Australian Government buys and how
Procurement methods and industry engagement
How to start the process to sell
Responding to an approach to market
What to expect if you win a contract
What to expect if you don’t win a contract

AusTrade - Emerging METS opportunities in Europe - VIRTUAL
2025-11-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Online
This webinar is part of our European Sustainability Series.
We’ll explore emerging opportunities in Europe for Australian mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies.
You’ll learn about the impact of the European Union (EU) Critical Raw Materials Act, and other major projects related to non-critical minerals throughout the region.
Key topics

The EU Critical Raw Materials Act
The EU’s new strategic projects in critical raw materials
Mining in Poland, France and Spain

Who it’s for
Australian METS companies looking to expand their commercial activities into Europe and learn about the emerging opportunities on the back of the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act.

AusTrade - Connect to US and Canada buyers with RangeMe
2025-11-26 08:30 - 09:30 | Online
RangeMe is a discovery platform to connect retailers and distributors with emerging brands.
Learn how to use RangeMe to improve your brand exposure, streamline buyer engagement and take the next step towards retail success in the US and Canada.
You’ll get insights directly from RangeMe’s Head of Supplier Success, who will share:

practical strategies
platform walkthroughs
success stories from Australian brands already expanding in the US and Canada.

Key topics

How to boost your brand visibility on RangeMe
How retail buyers and distributors discover and select new products
Expert tips to make your brand stand out
US and Canada retail trends and success stories

Who it’s for
Australian businesses in the food, beverage and consumer sectors that want to export and grow in the US and Canadadian markets.

Port Adelaide Business Development Sessions
2025-11-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Tauondi College, 1 Lipson Street, PORT ADELAIDE, SA, 5015, Australia

Industry Capability Network - Net Zero Economy - VIRTUAL
2025-11-27 11:30 - 12:00 | Online
In September, the Federal Government released a number of key climate reports, including Australia’s Nationally Determined Actions to the UNFCCC, announcing Australia’s National Climate Targets and our Net Zero Plan. In addition, they released Australia’s first National Climate Risk Assessment Report and National Adaptation Plan.

In this short 30 minute webinar, ICN National Climate Director, will give a brief summary of the findings from these reports, and what SME’s should start to think about in terms of addressing their own climate risks and preparing themselves for the future.

Industry Capability Network - SA Leaders: Industry Capability Network - SA Business Excellence Series
2025-11-27 15:30 - 17:00 | Industry Capability Network SA (ICN SA), Level 4, 11 Waymouth Street, ADELAIDE, SA, 5000, Australia
The Power of Proactive Cashflow: How Smart Leaders Build Contract-Ready Businesses
Turn your financial systems into a strategic advantage that supports sustainable growth and government readiness.
In this session, Nathan Bennett, LemonAide will show you how to move beyond reactive financial management and build a cashflow strategy that keeps your business contract-ready at all times. He’ll unpack the key habits of financially disciplined organisations — from forecasting and scenario planning to building transparency in your statements — that give procurement officers confidence not only in your capability but in the sustainability of your business.
You’ll walk away with practical tools to strengthen your financial resilience, reduce risk, and improve your eligibility for high-value government tenders.

Northern Suburbs Business Development Sessions
2025-11-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Stretton Centre, 307 Peachey Road, MUNNO PARA, SA, 5115, Australia

Office for Small and Family Business - Small Business Sustainability Support Workshop 3 - VIRTUAL
2025-12-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Online

Department of Finance - Building your best tender response supplier workshop - VIRTUAL
2025-12-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
This session will provide businesses with practical steps for developing stronger tender responses and build their understanding of the process for lodging a tender submission.
What you’ll learn:

A brief overview of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework
How Australian Government organisations approach the market
Best practices for responding to an approach to market
Tender writing tips and key elements for a successful response
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Guildhouse - Guildhouse presents: Introduction to Creative Workplaces + Arts Law
2025-12-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Nexus Arts, Lion Arts Centre, 68 North Terrace, ADELAIDE, SA, 5000, Australia
Guildhouse, in partnership with Nexus Arts, is delighted to present Introduction to Creative Workplaces + Arts Law – a practical professional development session designed to support artists to work with confidence, and build fair, safe and respectful creative careers.
Hear from Creative Workplaces and Arts Law as they share practical guidance on:

Working confidently in creative workplaces
Contracts and payments
Licensing and copyright for artists

The session will conclude with one hour of networking – a chance to connect with peers, presenters and representatives from Creative Workplaces, Arts Law, Guildhouse, Nexus Arts and Create SA.
You’ll also have the chance to submit questions ahead of time, ensuring the content is tailored to the needs of South Australian artists and arts workers.
This event will be recorded and shared with Guildhouse Members following the session, thanks to our partners at Nexus Arts.

Speakers:
Louise Buckingham, Chief Executive Officer, Arts Law
Louise Buckingham is the CEO of the Arts Law Centre of Australia. She is a lawyer and academic who has specialised in intellectual property and human rights and worked in commercial and in-house roles across the corporate and not-for-profit sectors in Sydney, London and California (beginning at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Sydney, and most recently in the award-winning Tech + IP and Innovation teams at Gilbert + Tobin with several years as the Senior Lawyer at the Australian Copyright Council and an editor of the Copyright Reporter along the way). She is committed to the arts and creators’ rights, and lectures in NSW IP and cultural heritage and ‘art law’ in law, arts and science faculties.

Patrick McCarthy, Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Engagement, Creative Australia
Patrick McCarthy is an arts sector leader and theatre-maker. He is currently the Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement in the Creative Workplaces team at Creative Australia. From 2021 to 2024, he was Executive Director of the Victorian Association of Performing Arts Centres. Prior to this role he held leadership positions with peak industry bodies in the civil construction and higher education sectors. In 2023-24, he was Co-Convenor of the Arts Industry Council of Victoria and Convenor of the Performing Arts Presenters Associations consortium. He has also worked extensively as a playwright and director for over 15 years, collaborating with some of Melbourne’s most acclaimed actors and designers. He holds post-graduate qualifications in both playwriting and policy development and is passionate about building a stronger and more connected arts sector.

Indigenous Business Australia - Business Growth Series Part 1 - VIRTUAL
2025-12-03 10:30 - 13:30 | Online
Are you ready to grow your business?
IBA is proud to present this new 2-part series of workshops designed to support First Nations business owners.
If you’re already trading and ready to scale, this workshop is for you. Over two sessions, you’ll explore:
✅ Your business life cycle and where you sit within it
✅ Common growth and stabilisation challenges
✅ The 4 pillars of business: Customers, People, Operations, and Finances
✅ How growth impacts your vision and strategy
✅ How to build a practical business growth action plan

Indigenous Business Australia - Your Business & IBA - VIRTUAL
2025-12-09 10:30 - 13:00 | Online
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 business idea
• business essentials workshops and how they fit into your plan
• business development learner guide (supplied) and how to use it.
• IBA, your business and how we can help.
At the end of this introductory session, you should be able to decide whether to continue your business journey and work out your next steps.

RDA: Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island - Tourism Voice
2025-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 | The Haus, 38A Main Street, HAHNDORF, SA, 5245, Australia
Join TiCSA, fellow tourism operators, and the Hon. Josh Teague MP, for a dynamic discussion exploring the key aspirations and issues facing the tourism industry.

The 2026 State Election is on the horizon. As TiCSA builds a strong, unified advocacy agenda for South Australia’s tourism industry, they want to hear directly from those at the heart of the tourism industry.
They’ve partnered with RAA to bring industry and local Members of Parliament together for a series of stakeholder dialogue events.
This is your chance to:

Hear directly from local MP, Josh Teague about his views on tourism
Gain insights from TiCSA and RAA on emerging priorities
Share what matters most to your business and region
Help shape the ‘tourism ask’—our industry agenda to take to the 2026 election

Tourism plays a vital role in driving South Australia’s liveability, economic strength, job creation, and regional vibrancy. Your voice will help inform the policy priorities we present to government decision-makers.

Arraru Yakka Aboriginal Cultural Capability Training - Cultural Capability Training Session
2025-12-12 14:00 - 17:00 | We Create Print Deliver, 5/610 Regency Road, BROADVIEW, SA, 5083, Australia
Thank you to We Create for the opportunity to deliver in their very own Studio!

✨ You’re invited to join Arraru Yakka for our final Public Session of 2025 — a powerful afternoon of truth-telling and deep understanding of Cultural Capability.

Let me leave you with a seed of truth to end the year, so you can step into the new one ready to plant and grow that seed.

Come share in a space of learning, reflection, and truth.

Future Women x IP Australia - She Built This: Don't just Name it, Claim it
2025-12-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Online
So you’ve built this business of your dreams. But do you actually own it?

Women founders are significantly less likely to trade mark their brands and protect their intellectual property (IP) than their male peers. And that needs to change.

Featuring expertise from IP Australia and Little Harvesters founder Janae Henkel, who features in our She Built This series, this virtual panel will take you through the basics of trade marking.

What we’ll cover:

The real (and big) risks of not protecting your brand
When to trade mark – and what to trade mark first
How to navigate the process without breaking the bank or your brain
Real stories from women who learned lessons the hard way (so you don’t have to)

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in business for years, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to protect what’s yours.

Hub Closed for Holiday Break
2025-12-25 - 2026-01-01 | Lot Fourteen, TechCentral building, Frome Road, ADELAIDE, SA, 5000, Australia
The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub is closed during the period.

Alexandrina Council - Wellbeing Habits for Small Business Staff - VIRTUAL
2026-01-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Feel too busy to prioritise your wellbeing? It only takes 60 minutes to learn simple, effective strategies to help you and your team manage daily stress and build a supportive, healthy workplace culture.
Join our Wellbeing Habits for Small Business Staff Masterclass, offered at no cost thanks to the SA Office for Small & Family Business.
In this masterclass, you will gain new perspectives on mental health and walk away with a range of brief, practical, and engaging wellbeing activities tailored to your own and your business’s needs that can easily be incorporated into your daily routine.
We will explore:

Foundational knowledge about mental health and wellbeing – why both matter and how they’re distinct
Your personal drivers for prioritising wellbeing and how this can benefit you personally and professionally
How small changes can make a big impact
A range of practical activities aimed at improving wellbeing resources or reducing challenges
The importance of tailoring these activities to your unique needs and the factors that may help or hinder implementation
The role of habit formation, plus tips and tricks to help you build or strengthen wellbeing habits
We’re excited to share this knowledge and insights based on scientific research to help you live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Spots are limited—register now to secure your place.
This event will be held online via Microsoft Teams. Meeting ID: 460 224 073 666 61 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Alexandrina Council - Psychosocial Hazards for Small Business Leaders - VIRTUAL
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
As a small business owner, you have a responsibility to eliminate or minimise psychosocial risks to safeguard your staff’s wellbeing and mental health. But what does this mean, and how does it work?
We have curated a free 90-minute workshop for small business leaders to help you develop an understanding of the recently introduced psychosocial risk regulations and how you can use your company’s values to take positive action tailored to your organisation’s specific needs.
In this workshop, you will:

Learn what constitutes psychosocial hazards and how to respond to them in the workplace
Explore the protect, promote, and respond framework
Practice skills in protecting your workplace from psychosocial hazards
Reflect on your business values, your role in your business, and how you can create a workplace that promotes the well-being of yourself and others
Identify potential risks and how to address them
Learn about and practice wellbeing activities
Learn to promote wellbeing practices in your business

We are so excited to share this knowledge and insights, based on scientific research, with you to help you protect and safeguard your own and your staff’s wellbeing.
This event will be held online via Teams. Meeting ID: 436 056 114 519 14 Passcode: [REDACTED]

The Export Council of Australia - Global Market Opportunities 2026 - VIRTUAL
2026-01-14 13:30 - 14:30 | Online
Kickstart your export strategy for 2026 by gaining insights into the international markets set to offer the greatest growth potential. This online webinar will explore emerging global trends, evolving regulatory landscapes, and key market opportunities across multiple regions.

Attendees will hear from industry experts and market specialists who will share practical strategies to identify promising markets, navigate compliance requirements, and position products effectively to meet buyer expectations. The session will also cover approaches to mitigate risks, leverage digital tools, and strengthen your global competitiveness.

Whether you’re looking to expand into new markets, diversify your export portfolio, or gain a better understanding of international trade dynamics, this webinar will provide actionable insights and expert guidance to help you make informed decisions and plan for sustainable growth.

Alexandrina Council - Managing Stress for Small Business Staff - VIRTUAL
2026-01-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Online
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 challenges, problem-solving, and constant demands. Especially at this time of year, when many people feel stretched thin, learning about stress and practising management skills can be particularly valuable.
Learning outcomes:

Understand what stress is and how it affects us
Learn practical skills to manage and reduce stress
Explore how stress can sometimes be helpful rather than harmful
Understand the effects of chronic stress
Reflect on personal stressors and response patterns
Create a personalised stress plan

We’re excited to share this knowledge and insights based on scientific research to help you live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Spots are limited—register now to secure your place.
Online via Teams Meeting ID: 486 323 245 983 47 Passcode: [REDACTED]
