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.
Black Coffee is a grassroots Indigenous business networking gathering held in regions around Australia each month. 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 […]
Supply Nation Espresso Round, proudly hosted by SAP Australia, 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)
ANZ Bank is running an Indigenous Business Marketplace on Thursday 23rd July to enable Indigenous businesses to showcase and sell their products. The Marketplace will be located in the foyer of ANZ at 833 Collins Street, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
Supply Nation’s annual flagship event is heading west – to the lands of the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation in Boorloo (Perth). Connect 2026 will bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, corporate organisations and government departments to foster opportunity and celebrate the sector’s success. Across two inspiring days, the program features the […]
The National NAIDOC Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia. In 2026, NAIDOC marks a significant milestone—50 Years of Deadly—honouring five decades of recognising, elevating, and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, cultures, achievements, and contributions to the nation. Taking place in Mparntwe (Alice […]
Meet the Buyer is South Australia's premier procurement event, connecting local businesses with the buyers and decision-makers who matter most. Hosted by the Office of the Industry Advocate in partnership with Government of South Australia, the 2026 event brings together government agencies and major private sector organisations under one roof.
Gather and Grow is NSW Treasury’s flagship engagement series for the First Nations business sector. The program brings together Aboriginal businesses, NSW Government buyers and industry partners in a culturally safe, collaborative and opportunity-focused environment. Across 2026, Gather and Grow will be delivered in multiple regional and metropolitan locations, connecting suppliers directly with major government […]
Supply Nation Espresso Round, proudly hosted by ARUP Australia, 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)
This year’s Women in Leadership Summit embraces the theme Leading Momentum – recognising that leadership today requires the ability to move ideas forward, build influence and create lasting impact in increasingly complex environments. The summit has been reimagined to be more practical, engaging and connected, bringing together inspiring conversations with senior leaders, interactive workshops and […]
Gather and Grow is NSW Treasury’s flagship engagement series for the First Nations business sector. The program brings together Aboriginal businesses, NSW Government buyers and industry partners in a culturally safe, collaborative and opportunity-focused environment. Across 2026, Gather and Grow will be delivered in multiple regional and metropolitan locations, connecting suppliers directly with major government […]