Browse hundreds of events and activities happening from 1 October. Choose from a range of masterclasses, workshops and seminars to help strengthen your small business in seven key topic areas: branding and marketing, cyber security, business health, ecommerce, trade, resilience and teams. Learn from industry and government experts, pick up tips from successful entrepreneurs and connect with other businesses in your area and around NSW.

The state government have delivered a budget strong on housing, energy, and regional NSW. Business NSW believes that this budget is fiscally responsible and hopes the government’s prediction of a much-needed surplus next year is realised. We also commend the NSW Government for following through on the election promise of no new business taxes.

NSW’s beleaguered workers comp scheme has failed injured workers, stifled businesses and needs a major overhaul. The Fixing the NSW Workers Compensation Scheme report, released last week by Business NSW, is the culmination of a years-long investigation into how to make the system better for employers and workers.

As part of the ongoing response to the Sex Discrimination Commissioners Respect@Work Report, the Federal Government changed the law in late 2022. Known as positive duty, it requires all employers to take reasonable steps to eliminate sexual harassment from occurring in the workplace. Are you compliant? Call or book a spot with our workplace advice line to map out your next steps.

Many businesses are not able to procure staff simply because workers can’t afford to live nearby. This is why Business NSW has launched Housing Now! – a somewhat unlikely alliance of business, unions, universities and interest groups who have come together to help solve the state’s housing crisis and support the delivery of more than 300,000 new homes. Download our united communities plan for more homes.

Business NSW is excited to be again partnering with the Bondi to Manly Ultra Marathon. On Saturday 28 October some 2500 runners, joggers and walkers will be descending on Sydney Harbour for an epic 80km run from Bondi to Manly Beach. Take part by getting yourself a team of four together and splitting the race between you. Then join us at the finish line for a post run celebration!