Dry Seasonal Conditions Roundtable
The event brought together together key stakeholders to address the challenges of ongoing dry conditions in the BGLAP region.
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Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus Grower Meeting
Join PIRSA for an in-person grower meeting to learn about the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) response activities. Thursday, 19 December 4pm at Virginia Institute Hall.
PIRSA ToBRFV response update webinar
Learn about PIRSA’s response to the ToBRFV outbreak, including testing, containment, and support for growers.
Have Your Say: Draft Accommodation Diversity Code Amendment
Have your say on the Accommodation Diversity Code Amendment by 27 February 2025 to shape South Australia’s housing future.
Gather Round & Festival of Footy: How Businesses & Community Groups Can Get Involved
Businesses and community groups: host events or special offers during AFL matches at Barossa Park, 12–13 April 2025. Register by 14 January 2025!
Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot Webinar
Address workforce shortages with the Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot. Learn how to recruit skilled refugees. Webinar: 5 December 2024.
ToBRFV Grower Webinar
Learn critical ToBRFV updates at PIRSA’s online webinar on Thursday, 28 November, 4:00 PM ACST.
The Empowered Leaders Program second session
Empowered Leaders Program equips emerging leaders with skills to drive change in Barossa, Gawler, Light, and Adelaide Plains communities.
Adelaide Plains End of Year Networking Event
Adelaide Plains business owners are invited to the final networking event of 2024 on 10 December.
Barossa Vintage Festival Volunteer Info Session
Join the Barossa Vintage Festival volunteer team for the 2025 event! Learn more at the Volunteer Information Session 2 December, 2024.
Kapunda Business Alliance AGM
Kapunda Business Alliance AGM on 3 December 2024 at Prince of Wales Hotel, Kapunda. Review achievements and plan for 2025.
Small Business Roundtable
Small Business Roundtable connected diverse industries to tackle cash flow, digital gaps, and strategy, shaping SA’s Small Business Strategy.
Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus Webinar
Join PIRSA’s grower webinar on Tomato brown rugose fruit virus, Thursday, 28 November 2024, at 4 pm ACST, online or in person.
Small Business Roundtable – Kapunda
Share your insights on small business needs at Kapunda Football Club, Monday, 18 November 2024, 8:00 am. Help shape SA’s strategy.
Video replay: Enhancing Your Business Website with Adam Ivkovic
Practical steps to turn website visitors into customers—watch the full workshop session with expert insights and actionable tips!
Gather Round Info Update
Calling all businesses and community representatives! Join the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), The Barossa Council, Barossa Australia and Regional Development Australia for an informative update about Gather Round Barossa in April 2025.
SA Water Construction Industry Procurement Briefing
Hear about SA Water’s two-year forward capital construction plan through to 2026, which will grow and maintain water and wastewater networks.
The Barossa Event Industry Awards
This event will recognise the achievements of local businesses in the Barossa event industry on November 8 at Lambert Wines Estate.
My Business Compass Roadshow
Join us on November 13, 2024, at Gawler Civic Centre for RDABGLAP and The Regional Collective’s expert-led workshops and personalised business action plan.
Have your say on the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan
Written submissions must be received by no later than 5:00pm on Monday 4 November 2024.
Tomato Virus Outbreak Employment Info Session
A recruitment session will connect affected workers with local employers offering entry-level and general labour positions on Tuesday, 22 October 10AM – 12PM at Virginia Horticulture Centre, 942 Old Port Wakefield Road, Virginia.
Back of the Napkin Networking Lunch unites Local Business People
On 16th October 2024, the Greenock Hotel was buzzing with conversations as local entrepreneurs gathered.
2024 Business Gawler Awards Presentation Gala
Celebrate local business success with awards, dinner, and entertainment on 22 November.
PIRSA Industry Update: ToBRFV Response
PIRSA continues to respond to the detection of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in the Northern Adelaide Plains.
200 Local Workers Displaced by Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus
Around 200 skilled workers seek new employment due to the Tomato brown rugose fruit virus. Employers can connect with these workers for recruitment. Recruitment Session for Affected Workers 17 Oct 2 PM at the Virginia Horticulture Centre.
Regional Development South Australia Summit 2024
The summit gathered key leaders to discuss South Australia’s path to net zero, the development of a circular economy, and the impact of AI advancements on regional growth.
Local Producers and Students Connect at BRUC Food Pathways Info Session
Bringing together local food producers and prospective students to explore career opportunities in the food processing industry.
Beyond Basics: Leveraging ChatGPT for Business Efficiency & Growth
Free session Wednesday, 23 October at Barossa Regional University Campus.
Have your say: 2030 Visitor Economy Sector Plan Refresh
Join the Barossa forum on 27 Nov, 11 AM – 2 PM, for the 2030 Visitor Economy Plan with SATC CEO Emma Terry. Register by 8 Nov!
Live, Work and Thrive on the Adelaide Plains: Event Highlights
Check out the photos and highlights from the event at Two Wells Bowling Club.
Enhancing your Business Website with Adam Ivkovic
September 25 7:30am-9am at Vine Inn Barossa. Learn how to turn your website visitors into customers.
Your Future in Food: Food Processing Pathways Info Session
Wed, 9 Oct, 4:30pm – 6pm at Barossa Regional University Campus. Learn about the Food Processing Certificate III and meet local employers.
National Family Business Day is on 19 September 2024
National Family Business Day, 19 September. You’re invited to support, choose, and celebrate family businesses — today, and every day.
Strategies to Prepare for a Dry Spring and Summer 2024
The SA Drought Hub, in conjunction with Turner Agri and Talking Livestock, will be hosting a series of workshops to support farmers in preparing their business to respond to the coming season.
Apply for the Empowered Leaders Program
Over 7 sessions, you’ll develop competencies like strategic thinking, governance, and inclusivity, and build a network of support with fellow leaders.
Family Business Excellence Awards 2024/25
Awards for utstanding achievements of family-owned businesses across Australia and New Zealand. Submit your application before 31 October 2024.
Back of the Napkin Lunch at the Greenock Hotel
A business networking event on 16th October 2024, 12 PM to 2PM at the Greenock Hotel, 2 Murray St, Greenock.
Barossa Cookery Book Project and the Girl Talk Luncheon
The Barossa Cookery Book, an iconic piece of regional heritage, is being reimagined for a new generation. Get a sneak peek 11 Oct.
Adelaide Plains Council Draft Strategic Plan 2025-2028
The consultation process is open until 9 AM on 19 September 2024. Attend an online or in person session.
Council Meetings in Barossa, Gawler, Light and Adelaide Plains
You may not know you can attend or watch council meetings online.
2024 Regional Development SA Annual Summit
2 October, 8 AM – 3:30 PM at Central Oval, Port Augusta.
Roundtable housing discussions at Barossa Regional University Campus
Foundation Barossa welcomed Hon. Nat Cook MP, Minister for Human Services and Minister for Seniors and Ageing Well, and Hon. Ashton Hurn MP Member for Schubert, and regional stakeholders
Regional Migration Community Engagement with Dept of Home Affairs
This in-person forum, scheduled for 2:30pm-3:30pm on Friday 30th August 2024 at the Barossa Council Chamber, offers a platform for direct engagement with representatives from the Department.
Future Ready Grape and Wine Business pilot program
This FREE 10-week initiative offers essential tools and resources to build resilience in your business.
Vintners Bar & Grill Art Prize 2024
Submissions close 6 September 2024. $2,500 up for grabs!
YMN Regional Jobs and Skills Network Meeting
Thursday 22 August 2024 10:30 AM at Taylors Wines
Gawler Jobs & Pathways Expo
Thursday, August 22. With 40 exhibitors, including service providers, RTOs, Government Departments, and local employers.
The Barossa Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Seminar
The seminar in Nuriootpa on Friday August 23 will focus on the role of Specialist Disability Accommodation within the NDIS.
Microsoft Teams Essentials Workshop for Small Business
Join this hands-on practical workshop with IT expert Brett Moffett on September 5 at the Gawler Arms Hotel.
Succession Planning Workshop for Barossa Australia members
Barossa Australia invites members to participate in an engaging FREE workshop designed to address your succession planning needs.
Meta Business Manager Webinar
Learn how to secure your social profiles on 7 August. Hosted by Adelaide Business Hub.
Learn how to use TikTok for your business
Tuesday, 20 August, 10 am to 11am. Hosted by Adelaide Business Hub and NINKI Content Marketing.
Kapunda Business Alliance Networking Event
August 8th, 6:30 pm at Kapunda Bowling Club. August 8th, 6:30 pm
US Export Acceleration Bootcamp
Learn how to crack the US market with online webinars from the Australian Trade & Investment Commission.
Wine Industry Update 2024
Join Wine Australia and Australian Grape & Wine on August 2 at the National Wine Centre, Adelaide.
Ron Moore Operational Excellence Workshop
On August 12-13, industry professionals can attend a workshop on Operational Excellence led by Ron Moore at the Novotel Barossa.
2025 Barossa Vintage Festival Briefing Sessions
August 6-7 & 21. Anyone from a business/company that is interested in partnering and/or hosting a Vintage Festival event is invited!
Video: Skills Forum with SA Skills Commissioner Cameron Baker
Last week, we hosted Commissioner Cameron Baker, Chair of the South Australian Skills Commission, at the Hewett Centre to discuss workforce development in our region.
Ag Excellence Forum & Awards
South Australia’s premier agricultural event, is scheduled for August 5 at the Marion Hotel & Cellars
Success Over the Horizon: Navigating Future Challenges for SMEs
The inaugural event on July 11th at the Salisbury Hub will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies for the next five years.
Meet The Buyer
Meet the Buyer is a unique opportunity to make meaningful connections with state government agencies and head contractors delivering state-funded projects. July 2, 2024 at Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Defence Industry Export Insights
US market updates from John Elink-Schuurman, South Australia’s Trade and Investment Director based in Washington DC. Register by June 21.
Rural Resilience
Join this event on regional sustainability on June 14, 2024 at the Flinders City Campus.
AgriTourism Forum
Learn from local success stories how to grow your business with tourism services and experiences. June 26, 2024 at The Barns of Freeling.
Our Regional Leadership Program participants get celebrated at Parliament House
Last night Hon. Clare Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, PIRSA and Hon Rob Kerin, Chair of Regional Development South Australia hosted some of the 1318 participants who participated in the Regional Leadership Program.
2024 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast
The 2024 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast today at the Adelaide Convention Centre brought together over 2800 attendees to reflect on our journey towards reconciliation
Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) Forum 2024
The Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) Forum 2024 at Morphettville Racecourse brought together key stakeholders to discuss the future of SA’s primary industries.
Demystify & Transform Your Workplace Culture Workshop
Struggling with workplace culture challenges? Join The Real Learning Experience for their free event on Thursday June 6, 6pm at Vine Inn Barossa.
Tourism Industry Council SA Information Session
Learn how Quality Tourism Accreditation, ReviewPro, & the SA Tourism Awards can elevate your business. Monday May 20 6pm at Gawler Civic Centre.