A free drop-in event offers Mid North business owners a chance to access advice, build connections, and plan for the future
Running a small business in the country isn’t for the faint-hearted, and finding business support in Peterborough can feel just as tough. Between juggling staff, chasing invoices, and keeping the doors open, there’s not much time left to plan for the future.
That’s where the Regional Business Assistance Expo can help – a free, no-fuss drop-in event designed to connect local business owners and anyone thinking about starting out, with the people who can help.
Happening on Wednesday, November 19, from 11am to 2pm at Peterborough Town Hall, the expo brings together specialists who know the ups and downs of doing business in regional South Australia.
You’ll find help and advice on everything from cash flow, marketing, and tourism development to succession planning and staff retention, with experts from:
- Office for Small and Family Business
- Engage360
- Mid North and Yorke Tourism Zone
- Rural Business Support and Family & Business Mentors
- Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North
- District Council of Peterborough
- Pinion Advisory
- Local Jobs Program
- @TSM Consulting
- Up to Date Consulting
- Cybr
The event is part of the Business-to-Business (B2B) Drought Program, which provides free one-on-one mentoring for regional businesses recovering from tough conditions. The program helps with everything from managing finances and finding new markets to planning for growth and building resilience.
RDA Yorke and Mid North CEO Daniel Willson said the expo is about giving business owners a chance to look up from the day-to-day grind.
“Local businesses work in their business every day. This expo gives them a chance to step back, learn what support is out there, and set themselves up for success,” he said.
For more information and to register for the B2B Program go to https://yorkeandmidnorth.com.au/b2b-drought-program/
Meet the people helping Mid North businesses thrive
Acting CEO for the District Council of Peterborough, Kristen Clark, said it’s a good time for local operators to reconnect and reset.
“In what is a challenging time for the District Council of Peterborough, there are also opportunities. This is an event that will assist businesses to look at their operations, consider new ways of doing business and explore support options. I encourage all businesses in Peterborough to take the time to attend and take up the offers of support. It is a walk-in opportunity, no need to book and you can come in anytime during the event.”
Get involved and be part of the conversation
The expo is also open to exhibitors, offering the perfect platform to showcase services and build relationships with local businesses and other providers across the Mid North.
Interested in being part of it or have more questions?
Contact Muriel Scholz (0419121683) or Alicia Callary (0439156874) from RDA Yorke and Mid North or book your spot here.
The Regional Business Assistance Expo is proudly supported by Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North and the District Council of Peterborough.
Greater SA will also be there on the day too – come and say hi!
Regional Business Assistance Expo
When: Wednesday November 19, 11am-2pm
Where: Peterborough Town Hall, 110 Main Street
Entry: Free
More Info: peterborough.sa.gov.au
