Free or Low Cost Business Advisory Sessions in Adelaide
Businesses can access a wide range of services in most capital cities and regions. Governments at all levels (i.e. local, state and federal) are keen to see businesses thrive. One of the ways they assist businesses is by funding advisory sessions.
The following is a list of support services available to businesses in Adelaide and South Australia. If you’re from a different state or country, look around in your local area for what’s available.
Self-Employment Start-Up
Location
Australia
What You Can Get
Help with self-employment business planning. Income support. Previously known as the NEIS program.
Eligibility
Over 18 years of age, eligible to work in Australia. Not an overseas visitor on a working holiday or studying in Australia. Not in employment for more than 25 hours a week. Not be undischarged bankrupt.
Funded By
Australian Government
More Details
https://self-employmentassistance.com.au/
Self-Employment Established
Location
Australia
What You Can Get
12 months business coaching. Financial support (if eligible)
Eligibility
Business located in Australia that demonstrate a need for assistance to remain viable.
Funded By
Australian Government
More Details
https://www.sarinarusso.com/business-startups/business-startup-programs/small-business-coaching/
Southern Adelaide Business Mentoring Panel
Location
Holdfast Bay, Marion and Onkaparinga Councils
What You Can Get
Up to 11 hours free mentoring.
Eligibility
Business or resident located in one of the three Council areas
Funded By
Cities of Holdfast Bay, Marion and Onkaparinga
More Details
https://southernbusinessmentoring.com.au/
TTG Support for Small Business
Location
Tea Tree Gully Council
What You Can Get
Up to 3 hours free support
Eligibility
Business or resident located in the Council area
Funded By
City of Tea Tree Gully
More Details
https://www.teatreegully.sa.gov.au/Services/Business-advice-and-support/Support-for-local-businesses
Eastern Business Advisory
Location
Cities of Burnside, Campbelltown, Norwood Payneham & St Peters, Prospect, Unley, or Town of Walkerville.
What You Can Get
Up to 3 hours free support
Eligibility
Business located in one of the Council areas
Funded By
Councils
More Details
https://www.easternbusinessadvisory.sa.gov.au/
The Circle
Location
Lot Fourteen, Adelaide
What You Can Get
Free support, introductions to new markets, networking and access to physical space.
Eligibility
South Australian Aboriginal Business
Funded By
South Australian and Australian Governments
More Details
https://www.thecircle.sa.gov.au/
Women In Business
Location
South Australia
What You Can Get
4 hours of mentoring for $88
Eligibility
Business in South Australia which employs less than 20 people. Identify as a woman.
Funded By
South Australian Government
More Details
https://adelaidebusinesshub.com.au/women-in-business-foundations-program
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Further Reading
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Other Useful Resources
South Australian Government Business Support Services
Searchable online directory of business support, including grants, for businesses in South Australia.
https://business.sa.gov.au/services/run-my-business/business-support-services
Grant Assist
Information on Australian government grants
https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs?resultsNum=10&cloc=fi45
Regional Development Australia
A national network of local offices, enhancing the development of regions around Australia.
https://rdahc.com.au/
Office for Small & Family Business
Information, support and resources for South Australian businesses.
https://business.sa.gov.au/