Get the most up-to-date information to help inform your corporate decisions with the Adelaide Economic Development Agency's (AEDA) latest City Business newsletter.
AEDA has released its 2024/25 Annual Report, celebrating a year of progress and strategic partnerships to help drive the city's economic landscape forward. From continued investment in city businesses to championing Adelaide’s world-class festivals, AEDA markets the city, works with the tourism sector and provides data and insights that contribute to a thriving place to live, work and play.
The Business Fundamentals Program, an initiative of the state government's Office for Small and Family Business and the South Australian Small Business Strategy 2023 – 2030, allows business owners to access mentoring, workshops and advisory services. The initiative aims to provide the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen strategies, build confidence and elevate business processes.
AEDA will host its next Data4Lunch event at the Adelaide Marriott Hotel on Wednesday, 12 November 2025. Speakers will unpack the latest economic and employment data to highlight what sectors are growing and where talent is flowing. Speakers include Scott Philp from the Department of State Development and Jane Johnston from StudyAdelaide.
The new Eighty Eight O’Connell development has welcomed a wave of new businesses, marking an exciting chapter of growth and opportunity at the site that was vacant for 36 years. Iconic South Australian food and wine retailer Mercato, cult ice-creamery Gelato Messina, luxury rooftop restaurant Yakisan, retailer SAINTGARDE, fine jewellery brand Cassandra Mamone and Hub North Adelaide are among tenants to open at the site.
Grants of up to $100,000 are available for digital game development teams looking to advance their product to their next milestone, such as a prototype, demo or final release. Applications for the Digital Games Fund, made possible by the South Australian Film Corporation, close on Friday, 5 December 2025.
The city is gaining international acclaim as a premier destination for business events, driven by the efforts of AEDA Strategic Partner Business Events Adelaide. With a $948,000 investment over three years through the Strategic Partnerships Program, Business Events Adelaide is powering initiatives that spark innovation, drive job creation and boost business engagement across the city.
City Shoppers Set to Splash Cash at Black Friday Sales
City businesses are gearing up for bumper trade during the upcoming Black Friday weekend, with new figures showing consumer spending climbing for the third straight year. According to new data, city-wide spending will reach approximately $68 million between Friday 28 November and Monday 1 December—up 12 per cent from 2024.
Small Business Mentoring for Social and Purpose-Driven Businesses
Small businesses passionate about making a difference can unpack challenges, have meaningful discussions and explore opportunities with like-minded peers as part of the Business for Good Program on Friday, 21 November 2025. Run by the state government in conjunction with other partners, participants work with experts to identify actionable steps for sustainable growth.
Creatives looking to grow their business are invited to apply for the Next Workspace Creative Business Residency Program. This exciting new initiative allows one applicant to secure a six-month residency at the community-minded CBD space. The opportunity is paired with one-on-one business mentoring from Elena Krotiris, a creative business expert and Director at Holman Hodge, with applications closing Friday, 21 November 2025.
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