Events listed below are either of relevance to the local business community or are delivered or sponsored by the Local Buying Program.

Psychosocial Hazards for Small Business Leaders | August 2026

Online  |  31 Aug 2026  |  1.00pm - 3.00pm

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 2-hour 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.

Building Blocks for Business Success Building Blocks for Business Success

Online  |  31 Aug 2026  |  10.00am - 1.00pm

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.

Discover the Chamber: Lunch & Learn Session

Online  |  1 Sep 2026  |  12.30pm - 1.00pm

Looking to grow your business and strengthen your connections? Join us for our ‘Discover the Chamber’ Lunch & Learn — a relaxed 30-minute webinar designed to show you how an SA Business Chamber membership can support your journey.

Copper to the World

Adelaide  |  2 Sep 2026 - 3 Sep 2026

Copper to the World will once again bring together industry leaders, mining executives, and METS innovators to explore the latest developments shaping the future of copper mining.  Under the theme, Powering the Future, we will explore how copper continues to drive progress in an era of technological transformation, shifting market dynamics, and increasing sustainability demands.

Tender for Success: Advanced Training

Adelaide  |  2 Sep 2026  |  9.00am - 11.00am

Ready to unlock opportunities in the South Australian Government market? The Office of the Industry Advocate is delivering complimentary essential training to help your business successfully navigate government procurement and support your business for tender success.

Business Essentials – Marketing Fundamentals

Online  |  8 Sep 2026  |  10.00am - 1.00pm

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.

Introduction To Project Management

Port Pirie  |  21 Sep 2026  |  9.00am - 4.30pm

This one day course is suitable for participants working within operational roles and with limited or no knowledge of project management principles and tools. Course is subsidised by funding from the Local Buying Foundation.

Business Port Pirie Awards Night 2026

Savoy Soccer, Solomontown  |  24 Sep 2026  |  6.30pm - 11.00pm

Join Business Port Pirie for a relaxed and celebratory evening recognising the businesses and individuals who make Port Pirie proud.

Rowe Partners Port Augusta Outstanding Business Awards 2026

West Augusta Football Club  |  17 Oct 2026  |  6.00pm

Join in a night of celebrating and recognising the businesses and people who work hard, employ local people, provide important services and contribute every day to the strength of our community.