Newsletter

Business support meetings

Small business owners in PAE can book a free one-on-one business support meeting with the Office for Small and Family Business on 20 October at the Parks Library. During the 45-min session, you can receive assistance with navigating government support services, learn about grants and resources. Only six spots available. Book your meeting. 

Stallholder Call-out – Outer Harbor Christmas Market

Experienced PAE stallholders are invited to take part in the Outer Harbor Christmas Market on 17 December. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business to cruise visitors. Expressions of Interest close 25 October. Apply now. 

Power Her Up

This program supports South Australian women to turn tech ideas into fresh ventures and stronger businesses. It combines practical workshops, networking opportunities and industry expertise to help participants apply technologies to real business challenges and opportunities. Apply now.

Get Shady Rebate

If you have been thinking about planting a tree, now is the time to act. Council is offering a rebate of up to $100 for trees planted on private land. Learn more.

Digital Solutions for Small Business

Receive 5 hours of business mentoring for $110 plus free workshops, webinars and tutorials. To check your eligibility and sign up, visit Adelaide Business Hub. 

Retail and Commercial Lease Explained

For many business owners, retail and commercial lease documents are full of unfamiliar terms and legal language. This blog explains the most common terms. Need further assistance? Contact us at business@cityofpae.sa.gov.au We can help connect you with the right support and resources for your business.

Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Program

Have a business idea and want to turn it into a business? The South Australian Business Chamber’s Early-Stage Entrepreneurs Program can help you take the next step. The program starts on 14 October. Secure your place now.

North West Business Alliance Breakfast

Check out their networking breakfast. Membership to the NWBA is subsidised for eligible PAE businesses, with members included in their Member Directory.

South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Industry Awards 

South Australian food and beverage industry’s most anticipated event of the year – the Food and Beverage Industry Awards, will be held on 13 November. Get your gala dinner tickets.

End of Year Networking Event in PAE

Made for Celebrations! 🥂🥂🥂

PAE businesses are invited to join us for an evening of conversations and connections as we come together to wrap up the year and celebrate our local business community. Come along to meet local businesses, enjoy some refreshments, make new industry connections, and celebrate the people and partnerships that help make our business community thrive. Places are limited, secure your tickets now. 

North West Community Business Awards

Congratulations to Beach Haven Café, Pirate Life Brewing and Port River Cruises on receiving the Nick Blight Hospitality and Tourism Awards on 9 September, recognising their dedication to customer service excellence. Congratulations also to One and All Sailing Ship for winning Best Community Organisation, and Yarn Trader for Best Small Business of the Year.

From Job Seeker to Employment

Our latest Get Set event has led to a local job opportunity, with an attendee securing a role at Symons Clark Logistics, a family-owned business with 150 years of history in Port Adelaide. Read the story.

2026 Restaurant & Catering Awards

Congratulations to two local restaurants recognised at the 2026 Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence. Mariners Ristorante in North Haven won the Italian Restaurant and Seafood Restaurant categories, while La Popular Taqueria in Port Adelaide took out the Specialty Restaurant category.



Nominations Open for Australia Day Awards

Nominations are open till 23 October for the 2027 Australia Day Awards. This is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge volunteers, leaders, and local groups whose efforts help make PAE truly People Made. Nominate someone today. 

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