Events

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.

A hands-on, practical session where we break down grant writing in a way that’s easy to understand - even if you’ve never written one before. Participants will walk away with more than just notes; you’ll actually start creating your own content during the workshop. We will cover where to find grants, how to interpret the […]

Are you ready for What’s Coming? Grants & Smarter Sustainability The business landscape is shifting. Costs are rising. Customers are changing. And big companies are asking small businesses to show how they’re reducing their environmental impact — especially carbon emissions. Now’s the time to take action. The newly released Powering Business Grants can help you […]

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.

Want to grow your Indigenous business? Learn how to pitch for government and corporate contracts. This workshop is designed to help you build on your knowledge and become more confident in pitching for large contracts. Topics include: • The Government's Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) and how it supports Indigenous businesses • How the buying process […]

We’re helping you get the “cheat sheet” to net zero. This series is taking on the important parts of the reporting and legislation that you need to know. Join us for this informative webinar, where we will break down climate disclosure obligations and government policies to explain how this will affect smaller businesses, as well as […]

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 • […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

Presented by Adelaide Business Hub and The Australian Government Digital Solutions program. Priya from PM Enrich will explain how you can boost your personal brand online to create better business relationships and attract new clients. She will also help you create a strategy to take the drain out of networking, so you get more meaningful connections to grow your business.   […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

Let ICN help you put your best foot forward! This workshop will help you to create a comprehensive company profile on the ICN Gateway, allowing you to put your best foot forward and maximise opportunities for winning work. The ICN expert team will provide you with inside hints, tips and advice to ensure your profile is looking its best whilst being full […]

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.

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 • […]

Welcome to Small Business Week (SBW) 2025! At this half day event the Minister for Small and Family Business, Hon Andrea Michaels MP will officially open SBW 2025. Expert demographer and renowned author, Bernard Salt AM, will share insights and analysis on the local and global trends and factors guiding the way we live, behave […]

What is your business vision? Do you want to get a better understanding of the statutory and legal requirements that need to be considered when operating a business in Australia? This workshop also introduces basic financial management concepts and tools used to run a business. Topics include: • Basic business structures • Registrations, business name and vision […]

The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) Roadshow is hitting the road with two tailored programs that address the most pressing issues facing small businesses today: Industrial Relations and Cyber Security. These critical topics are designed to help business owners and employees navigate the challenges in today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape. TWO DYNAMIC PROGRAMS […]

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.

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 […]

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 • […]

Empower your business with financial confidence! As part of Small Business Week 2025, The Stretton Centre is proud to be partnering with the Office for Small and Family Business, the Small Business Commissioner SA, the Industry Advocate, and the Commissioner for Consumer and Business Services, to deliver this practical workshop. During this session you will […]

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 the feasibility […]