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.

  • Social Traders Annual Convene Conference

    RACV City Club, Melbourne 501 Bourke St, Melbourne, Vic

    Convene 2025 will bring together business professionals, social entrepreneurs, funders and policy makers. Convene 2025 is brought to you in partnership with our main partner Westpac Group. Take the opportunity to […]

  • The Gathering 2025

    Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre 155 Darling Street, Dubbo, NSW

    Being delivered by UNSW Sydney in partnership with EnergyCo, this free flagship event will shine a spotlight on opportunities for Aboriginal communities to benefit from the renewable energy transition. The […]

  • Port Adelaide, Black Coffee

    Milledge’s Distillation Cafe Port Adelaide Distillery, 8a Todd Street,, Port Adelaide,, SA

    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 […]

  • First Nations Business Showcase 2025

    Adelaide Convention Centre North Terrace,, Adelaide, South Australia

    First Nations Business Showcase 2025 is proudly presented by The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the capacity and capability of […]

  • Sunshine Coast First Nations Business Showcase

    The Station SC 8 The Avenue, Birtinya, QLD

    The Sunshine Coast First Nations Business showcase (previously First Nations Supplier Day) brings together local First Nations businesses, entrepreneurs, industry, and buyers for a networking and expo evening. Held annually […]

  • Black Coffee Noarlunga

    Baker's Lounge Centro Colonnades, 68 Beach Rd, Noarlunga, SA

    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 […]

  • 2025 LGP Annual Conference

    Doltone House Darling Island 48 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, NSW

    This year’s program explores the future of AI in government, the impact of geopolitical disruption on local government supply chains, and strategies to future-proof procurement practices. Hear from industry leading […]

  • World Indigenous Business Forum

    Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields 1 English Street, Essendon Fields, Victoria

    WIBF (World Indigenous Business Forum) is an Indigenous-run not-for-profit initiative that brings together leaders, entrepreneurs, and communities globally to promote Indigenous economic development. Run by the Indigenous Leadership Development Institute […]

  • Aboriginal Business Showcase – Hobart

    PW1 Castray Esplanade, Hobart, Tas

    To celebrate Aboriginal Business Month, the Palawa Business Hub is hosting the showcase of Aboriginal Businesses in Lutruwita/Tasmania. The purpose of the showcase is to bring everyone together. To connect […]

  • Launceston – Meet and Greet

    The Aboriginal Elder Council Chalmers Hall, St John Street, Launcestion, TAS

    To celebrate Aboriginal Business Month, the Palawa Business Hub is hosting the showcase of Aboriginal Businesses in Lutruwita/Tasmania. The purpose of the showcase is to bring everyone together. To connect […]