Events and opportunities

Designed to support our vision of a prosperous, vibrant and sustainable Indigenous business sector, there are events across the country throughout the year. These include training initiatives, networking events, and our annual flagship event, Connect.

Some events are open to the general public, and others are only open to the Supply Nation community of members and businesses listed on Indigenous Business Direct.

  • PASA Premier ConfeX & NIGELS Awards

    The Crown Promenade, Melbourne 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, VIC

    For 14 years, PASA Premier ConfeX has brought together procurement leaders, practitioners, innovators and thought leaders from across Australia and New Zealand. Recognised as one of the region’s leading procurement events, it provides a platform for industry professionals to exchange ideas, explore emerging trends and address the evolving challenges shaping the procurement landscape. Through insightful […]

  • Port Noarlunga, Black Coffee

    Jubilee Park Saltfleet St, Port Noarlunga

    Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia. The goal of the Black Coffee movement is to provide a platform to connect micro and small business owners around Australia.  Indigenous business owners and professionals, along with their supporters, get together and yarn with the aim to build relationships and grow […]

  • YARPA Meet the Buyer 2026

    Western Sydney Convention Centre 81 Mulgoa Road,, Penrith, NSW

    Meet the Buyer is Yarpa's signature annual event, where First Nations businesses can connect with procurement teams from major construction, infrastructure, and government organizations through quick, impactful meetings.

  • Supply Nation Espresso Round

    Brisbane

    Supply Nation Espresso Round, proudly hosted by Origin Energy, is an informal networking session that provides a space for members and suppliers to connect, share experiences, discuss common challenges, and engage in open conversations and knowledge sharing over coffee. (Notice: places are limited for this event, please email cassie.mcvey@supplynation.org.au to reserve a spot)

  • Black Coffee Indigenous Business Network Adelaide

    Level 2, 70 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide Level 2, 70 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide, SA

    Black Coffee is about keeping networking simple and relational. A chance to meet other Indigenous business owners, have a yarn about what you’re working on, share ideas, make new connections and see where a conversation might lead.

  • The Circle 2026 First Nations Business Showcase

    National Wine Centre Corner of Hackney Rd &, Botanic Rd, Adelaide, SA

    The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub presents the 2026 First Nations Business Showcase in partnership with the National Wine Centre of Australia. As The Circle's annual flagship event, the First Nations Business Showcase brings together a curated selection of First Nations-owned businesses from across South Australia. With up to 60 businesses exhibiting, the Showcase […]

  • National RAP Conference and Indigenous Governance Awards 2026

    Adelaide Convention Centre North Terrace,, Adelaide, South Australia

    The National RAP Conference and Indigenous Governance Awards 2026 brings together representatives from organisations involved in reconciliation across Australia. The conference explores the theme “All In”, highlighting the collective role of organisations and individuals in advancing reconciliation across workplaces, communities and the broader Australian community. In 2026, Reconciliation Australia marks 25 years of leading the […]