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what we do

The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub provides support across the five key service elements for members.

The range of services aim to provide holistic support and respond to key challenges identified by the First Nations business sector.

Services we offer

Business Development Support

Streamlined access to existing services

Business Development Support

Through individual business development support, referral and connection to The Circle community. Complementing the existing incubation and start-up support services already available at Lot Fourteen.

Access to New Markets

Connection to a range of procurement

Access to New Markets

Participation opportunities across South Australia with the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Where relevant, introductions to export market opportunities.

Expert Business Advice

Referral and linkages to existing support

Expert Business Advice

For key business acumen across various stages of growth. In addition, support to identify and source tailored, fit for purpose tools, initiatives, activities and support to suit the needs of an individual business.

Capability Growth

Networking opportunities and events to improve

Capability Growth

Business-to-business relationships and stimulate engagement and participation in capacity, capability, and confidence building activities.

Access to the Physical Hub

Access to meeting rooms, providing a culturally safe

Access to the Physical Hub

Place to be innovative, connect with others and conduct business from a central, well-equipped and professional location.

vision & Mission

The Circle’s vision is for First Nations businesses to be connected to a culturally safe, professional and opportunity-driven service that fosters innovation, engagement, growth and business success.

The Circle’s mission is to provide access to appropriate business networks; fit-for-purpose support, solutions and advice; and new opportunities for First Nations entrepreneurs and businesses in SA to build capacity, capability, confidence and to thrive.

Our values

  • The Circle operates in an inclusive environment that values culture, diversity and collaboration. 
  • The Circle embeds meaningful consultation and engagement in our planning, development and delivery. 
  • The Circle actively communicates, keeping stakeholders informed and connected to our Members and opportunities.
  • Our partners share our vision for First Nations businesses in SA and we work together to achieve outcomes. 
  • The Circle acts with integrity and stakeholders trust us to follow up and follow through. 
  • We are committed to building an encouraging, supportive and respectful environment for First Nations businesses to learn, develop, grow and succeed.
  • Our team is knowledgeable, driven and well-connected to support the diverse First Nations business sector in SA.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Businesses that are at least 50% owned by an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander that operate in South Australia. Further information of eligibility criteria can be found on Our Membership page. 

If you are an interstate business, the businesses must have a physical office located in South Australia or employing at least one Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander resident.

Complete a membership application form . If you need help, please give us a call on 0422 443 430 or send us an email thecircle@sa.gov.au.

Membership to The Circle is free of charge, complete the online application form ensuring that your business (or business idea) meets the eligibility criteria here.

No, The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub does not provide funding or grants for its members.

Circle members can book a variety of meeting rooms by contacting The Circle via email thecircle@sa.gov.au or via phone 0422 443 430.

No, The Circle doesn’t have a public facing database however Exhibitor booklets from previous First Nations Business Showcase events can be found on the Resource Page. The list isn’t categorised by industry sector or supply and services and not every exhibiting business has a website for contact details. Additionally, it doesn’t include other First Nations businesses in SA who were not exhibiting at the events but are also members of The Circle.  

The team has detailed working knowledge of capacity and capability of its members, the team would be happy to provide information about our members to meet specific needs or opportunities as they arise.

There are various ways;

  • Contact us for a referral
  • Arrange for networking events
  • Attend/arrange a First Nations Business Information Session within your local council
  • Attend the annual First Nations Business Showcase in October
  • Arrange for networking events

The Circle is located in the TechCentral Building within Lot Fourteen, the main entry to the building is on Frome Road.Use the touchpad at the Frome Road entrance to notify us that you’ve arrived. Alternatively, please contact us on 0422 443 430 upon arrival.

There are two car parks (Wilson’s Car Parking & U-City). Wilson’s Car Parking is near Frome Park, located at the rear northern side of the district, off Frome Road. U-City is on North Terrace across the road from the Precinct.

The Botanic Garden North Terrace tram stop is located right on the doorstep to Lot Fourteen. If you prefer the bus, there are multiple bus stops nearby on North Terrace and Frome Road.

Areas we service

The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub is based in Adelaide. We invite our members into the Hub to meet with us face to face and offer virtual meetings on MS Teams and phone calls.

The Circle is building a regional engagement profile by meeting with Circle members and other stakeholders in the regions such as Riverland, Port Pirie, Yorke Peninsula, Port Augusta and more.

application process

stage 1

Before you start a membership application you will need to provide the Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner

stage 2

Complete the Membership Application Form and email the Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner to The Circle via email thecircle@sa.gov.au

stage 3

After your application form is reviewed and, if eligible, you will receive a welcome email from The Circle with a Membership Agreement and Code of Conduct

stage 4

The Circle will follow up with you to book a Business Development Session, either face-to-face or virtual, to determine how best The Circle can support you and your business journey

stage 5

As an outcome of the Business Development Session, The Circle identifies the relevant service/s The Circle offers, including referrals to external providers. The session also outlines what you can do to maximise opportunities

stage 6

As you continue your business journey, opportunities may arise to provide goods/services across South Australia with the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Where relevant, introductions to export market opportunities
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The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub has been established in partnership with the Australian Government and the South Australian Government, under the Adelaide City Deal.

First Nations businesses are connected to a culturally safe, professional and opportunity-driven service that fosters innovation, engagement, growth and business success.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders should be aware this website may contain images and photographs of deceased person/s.

In some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, hearing recordings, seeing images or the names of deceased persons may cause sadness or distress and, in some cases, offend against strongly held cultural prohibitions.

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0422 443 430

thecircle@sa.gov.au

Ground Floor, TechCentral Building,
Lot Fourteen, North Terrace, Adelaide

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