Register

Buyers (BHP / BMA)

BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

BHP / BMA Employee Registration

Buyers (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs.
Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods
and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

Tier A Contractor Employee Registration

South Australia

Events

06 Oct

Saudi Arabia Market Readiness Program

Online 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Join Austmine for a three-part online program exploring Saudi Arabia’s mining market and the steps Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies can take to assess and pursue opportunities.

The program will examine customer priorities, market entry options and the requirements of supplying the Saudi Arabian market. Expert presentations and industry discussion will help companies consider the commercial implications for their products and services.

Participants will have access to practical guides and case study examples to support partner assessment and delivery planning, with time to identify actions for their own business.

12 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – ATO – Managing GST & Cashflow with Confidence – VIRTUAL

Online 10.30pm - 12.00pm

Build confidence. Strengthen your business. Grow your future 🌱

Delivered in collaboration with ATO, the Business Yarn Series is designed to support Indigenous small business owners with practical information to help navigate tax and business obligations with confidence.

13 Oct

From Reactive Repairs to Planned Cycles: The Future of Bucket Maintenance

Online 2.00pm - 2.45pm

Excavator buckets are traditionally maintained reactively, with cracking, wear and structural repairs handled onsite as they arise. This session looks at what changes when bucket maintenance is planned instead.

We’ll walk through case studies showing how a bucket can deliver up to 18,000 hours of operation across planned maintenance cycles.

We’ll cover the safety case for moving welding, grinding and structural repairs away from the mine site, what “maintenance-free” actually means in practice, and how planned cycles compare to reactive repairs on availability and total cost of ownership.

13 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Hiring and Paying Workers – VIRTUAL

Online 11.30am - 12.30pm

If you are thinking about hiring employees for your business, you can learn what to consider beforehand, your obligations as an employer and the setup systems required. You’ll learn about your payment obligations to your employees and your reporting obligations to the ATO.

13 Oct

Export Documentation Workshop Series

Online 12.30am - 2.30pm

Register for our online Export Documentation Workshops to receive key insights on what you need to consider and do to get your export documentation right.

Spots are limited to 15 attendees to allow for an interactive session where you can ask any and all questions you may have. A chance to receive personalised advice from key trade experts!

13 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Super Guarantee Employer Obligations – VIRTUAL

Online 1.30pm - 2.30pm

As an employer, it’s important to understand your superannuation (super) guarantee responsibilities. Knowing which of your employees are eligible for super guarantee, and how to calculate and pay it, will help you avoid extra paperwork and costly penalties.

13 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Create a Lean Business Plan – VIRTUAL

Online 4.30pm - 7.30pm

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.

14 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Hiring and Paying Workers – VIRTUAL

Online 9.30am - 10.30am

If you are thinking about hiring employees for your business, you can learn what to consider beforehand, your obligations as an employer and the setup systems required. You’ll learn about your payment obligations to your employees and your reporting obligations to the ATO.

14 Oct

Fair Work Ombudsman – Getting ready for the holiday season – what you need to know – VIRTUAL

Online 1.30pm - 2.00pm

Join our webinar on holiday season FAQs for small business. Whether you’re putting on Christmas casuals, shutting down for the holidays, approving leave or wondering about public holidays, we’ll help you better understand your obligations.

14 Oct

Fair Work Ombudsman – Getting ready for the holiday season – what you need to know – VIRTUAL

Online 1.30pm - 2.00pm

The holiday period is fast approaching. Whether you’ll be putting on Christmas casuals, juggling roster and annual leave requests or you’re just not sure what the go is around public holidays, this session will cover everything you need to know.

14 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Super Guarantee Employer Obligations – VIRTUAL

Online 3.30pm - 4.30pm

As an employer, it’s important to understand your superannuation (super) guarantee responsibilities. Knowing which of your employees are eligible for super guarantee, and how to calculate and pay it, will help you avoid extra paperwork and costly penalties.

 

14 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Business Growth Series – People & Customer – VIRTUAL

Online 4.30pm - 6.30pm

Whether you’re scaling up or steadying the business after a rapid growth period, the right support can make all the difference. The Business Growth series are designed to support owners of growing Indigenous business to understand key aspects of strategic management, the operational or financial impacts of growth, whole-of-business considerations, and how to stay aligned with your vision and values.

The workshop is delivered online in parts, with each session running for 2 or 3 hours depending on the delivery schedule.

15 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Hiring and Paying Workers – VIRTUAL

Online 8.30am - 9.30am

If you are thinking about hiring employees for your business, you can learn what to consider beforehand, your obligations as an employer and the setup systems required. You’ll learn about your payment obligations to your employees and your reporting obligations to the ATO.

15 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Your Business & IBA – VIRTUAL

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

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!

15 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Super Guarantee Employer Obligations – VIRTUAL

Online 12.30pm - 1.30pm

As an employer, it’s important to understand your superannuation (super) guarantee responsibilities. Knowing which of your employees are eligible for super guarantee, and how to calculate and pay it, will help you avoid extra paperwork and costly penalties.

16 Oct

South Australian Women in Business Conference 2026

Adelaide 9.00am - 4.00pm

Hosted by Hayley Pearson from Adelady, the day will explore the importance of resilience, innovation and embracing change in today’s evolving business landscape.

You’ll hear from keynote speaker Tammy Barton, Founder of MyBudget as she shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey and insights into building one of Australia’s most recognised financial services businesses.

17 Oct

Rowe Partners Port Augusta Outstanding Business Awards 2026

West Augusta Football Club 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.

20 Oct

PAE Business – One on One Business Support Meeting with Office for Small and Family Business – Angle Park

Adelaide 9.30am - 10.15am

Small business owners in PAE can book a one-on-one session with a representative from the Office for Small and Family Business to receive business support.

A Business Support Officer from the Office for Small and Family Business will be visiting Parks Library in Angle Park to meet with local business owners. Sessions are 45 minutes and there are only six spots available.

20 Oct

Office of the Industry Advocate – Regional Tender for Success – Mount Gambier

MOUNT GAMBIER 7.45am - 9.30am

Ready to unlock opportunities in the South Australian Government market and beyond? This foundational training will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical strategies to successfully navigate government procurement processes and tender for work with both SA Government agencies and private sector businesses. Delivered in Mount Gambier, this session is tailored to the unique opportunities, support and challenges facing businesses in regional South Australia.

20 Oct

Stretton Centre – Facebook Ads Advanced: Ads that Convert!

MUNNO PARA 10.00am - 2.00pm

Turn Your Ads into a Predictable Funnel for Leads or Sales!

If you are already running Facebook or Instagram ads but not getting the results you want this is a mut attend!

This workshop is designed to help you take your ads to the next level by showing you how to turn scattered campaigns into a clear, structured funnel that actually drives consistent leads and sales.

We’ll break down what’s working, what’s not, and how to fix it.

20 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Building Blocks for Business Success – VIRTUAL

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

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

20 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Claiming Small Business Tax Deductions – VIRTUAL

Online 11.30am - 12.30pm

This course explains small business tax deductions, including which expenses can be claimed immediately, which must be deducted over time, and which are never deductible. It also covers the methods and rules for claiming motor vehicle expenses, along with the importance of good record keeping and maintaining supporting documentation.

20 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Claiming Deductions for your Home-Based Business – VIRTUAL

Online 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim.

21 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Claiming Small Business Tax Deductions – VIRTUAL

Online 9.30am - 10.30am

This course explains small business tax deductions, including which expenses can be claimed immediately, which must be deducted over time, and which are never deductible. It also covers the methods and rules for claiming motor vehicle expenses, along with the importance of good record keeping and maintaining supporting documentation.

21 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Budgeting & Finance Strategy – VIRTUAL

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

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.

22 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Claiming Small Business Tax Deductions – VIRTUAL

Online 8.30am - 9.30am

This course explains small business tax deductions, including which expenses can be claimed immediately, which must be deducted over time, and which are never deductible. It also covers the methods and rules for claiming motor vehicle expenses, along with the importance of good record keeping and maintaining supporting documentation.

22 Oct

Australian Tax Office – Claiming Deductions for your Home-Based Business – VIRTUAL

Online 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can claim.

22 Oct

Polaris Business Fundamentals Group Session

Online 4.00pm - 8.00pm

Our experienced facilitators, with years of business ownership and professional expertise, will guide you on the path to building a sustainable business in a regional setting.

Discover a structured approach to launching and running a business, while connecting with like-minded regional business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Each group session is limited to 12 participants, allowing for interactive engagement, questions, and meaningful discussion. The session is held online, and a link will be emailed to you after registration.

28 Oct

Indigenous Business Australia – Bookkeeping – VIRTUAL

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) runs free Bookkeeping Fundamentals online workshops designed to empower Indigenous entrepreneurs and business owners. These sessions cover essential, practical skills like tracking income and expenses, cash flow management, and reconciling accounts to help you confidently manage your business finances.

29 Oct

Building Blocks for Business Success

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

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.

04 Nov

2026 First Nation Business Showcase

Adelaide 10.00am - 2.30pm

Designed to foster connections and collaborations, you could discover new procurement opportunities and expand your network at the event. Expression of interest close Wednesday 16 September 2026.

For more information on the Local Buying Program in South Australia contact:

Jessica Cardno

Acting Indigenous Business Development Principal - South Australia

jess.cardno@c-res.com.au

1800536663