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title: Grants of up to $100,000 available | Professional Development Opportunities | New Businesses Move into Eighty Eight O'Connell
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| View in browser 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.   In this edition, discover: Highlights from AEDA's 2024/25 Annual Report Why spending is set to soar this Black Friday weekend Grants and development opportunities available to you and your business 2024/25 in Review: AEDA Annual Report Highlights 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. See the highlights Professional Development 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. Apply now Final Tickets Remain 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.  Register now New Businesses Launch at Eighty Eight O’Connell 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. Read more Games Development Opportunity 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. Apply now Strategic Partner Spotlight 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. Read more 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. Read more 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. Book now Transform Your Art into Business Success 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. Learn more Adelaide Economic Development Agency Level 1 5 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000  ABN: 76 182 348 39 T 08 8203 7001 E business@aedasa.com.au www.aedasa.com.au You are receiving this email because you agreed to receiving business related updates from the Adelaide Economic Development Agency and Rundle Mall.   Preferences \| Unsubscribe     This email was sent to EMAIL |
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