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.

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National NAIDOC Forum

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth, WA, Australia

Coinciding with the National NAIDOC Awards, the National NAIDOC Forum will host around 20 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander speakers - including both well-known figures and quieter achievers making a difference. The program will feature a mix of elders and youth, reflecting the theme of passing on our legacy and celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC. […]

NAIDOC Week Market

WA Museum Boola Bardip Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA

This special event is a platform for Aboriginal-owned businesses to showcase their incredible products—from art and fashion to bush foods, crafts, and more. Experience the spirit of NAIDOC Week 2025 with this year’s theme: “The Next Generation: Strength; Vision & Legacy”. Let’s honour our Elders and support the next generation of Indigenous entrepreneurs.

For Youth, By Youth, The Next Generation – NAIDOC Event

Boomanulla Oval 69 Goyder St, Narrabundah, ACT

In celebration of NAIDOC Week 2025, with its theme “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy”, the Message Stick Foundation is proud to announce its inaugural event for First Nations youth on Ngunnawal (ACT) Country. The event will provide a powerful platform for First Nations mob to come together to connect and share.

NAIDOC SA March and Family Festival

Tarntanyangga (Victoria Square) Grote St, Adelaide, SA

It is a free event to celebrate a powerful milestone: 50 years of honouring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The 2025 event theme is “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy". Activities including March, stalls, live entertainment and more.  

CIPS Excellence in Procurement and Supply Awards

Rivershed 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane, QLD

The CIPS ANZ Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards are an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the best work and teams in the procurement and supply profession.

Adelaide Black Coffee

Torrens University Room 1.12 88 Wakefield St, Adelaide, South Australia

Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia each month. Originating in Queensland but now across 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 […]

Supply Nation Connect 2025

International Convention Centre Sydney 14 Darling Dr, Sydney, NSW

Connect 2025 will be held on Wednesday, 20 and Thursday, 21 August. Over two inspiring days, the event will bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, corporate organisations, and government departments to foster opportunities and celebrate the success of the Indigenous business sector. Tickets are on sale now. Contact connect@supplynation.org.au for all event enquiries […]

Chairperson at First Nations Women Leadership & Legacy Summit

Mercure Sydney 818-820 George St, Sydney, NSW

This summit is designed to empower and support First Nations women to drive meaningful change in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. With a focus on leadership, economic opportunity, and systemic transformation, it serves as a platform for creating pathways that will shape the future of First Nations leadership. As we work towards reconciliation, the […]

Black Coffee Port Adelaide

Milledge’s Distillery 8a Todd St, Port Adelaide, South Australia

Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia each month. Originating in Queensland but now across 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 […]