The Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA)'s latest City Business newsletter is here to give you information and resources to support your business. Tap into the mindfulness movement as part of WellFest Adelaide, $30 Eats returns to the city and tap into foot traffic from the inaugural AFLW showdown, and more in this instalment of City Business.
WellFest Leaders' Luncheon
Hear from Canstar’s Editor-at-Large and former Money magazine Editor Effie Zahos, City of Adelaide Chief Executive Officer Clare Mockler and Woods Bagot Principal and Adelaide Studio Chair Rosina Di Maria at the WellFest Adelaide Leaders' Luncheon on 14 October 2022. The event will offer guests insights into opportunities that promote productivity and creativity.
Arts and wellbeing forum
The positive effects of art and creativity on mental health are up for discussion at WellFest Adelaide's Arts and Wellbeing Forum on 7 October 2022. Panellists include Flinders University Creative Industries Senior Lecturer Dr Tully Barnett and Light ADL Co-Founder Sophie Dunstone. Be entertained by performer Jennifer Trijo who played Kim in the Australian tour of Miss Saigon.
$30 Eats comes back to the CBD and North Adelaide
A new city dining promotion — $30 Eats Christmas Edition — comes to the CBD and North Adelaide in November, right in time for the silly season. Register your business and watch diners descend on the city to cash-in on $30 off their bill at participating hospitality businesses across the city. As with previous rounds of $30 Eats, foodies will enter a public ballot to win a $30 voucher that can be used for dine-in purchases, at any time of day, from 9am on 7 November 2022 until 6am on 1 February 2023.
AFLW Showdown I
Thousands of people will descend on Adelaide Oval to watch Port Adelaide's women's side take on reigning AFLW premiers, Adelaide Football Club. Take advantage of the extra city buzz and be a part of the historic evening.
City's hospitality boost
Adelaide’s night-time economy is rebounding from the impacts of the COVID-19. The Council of Capital City Lord Mayors 2020-21 report, released last week, showed the number of night-time eateries in the City of Adelaide increased from 861 establishments in 2019/20 to 920 in 2020/21.
ADLocal: A day out with ... Paul Vasileff of Paolo Sebastian
Restaurants that serve authentic Italian food reminiscent of his European travels are just as important as runways for Paolo Sebastian designer and founder, Paul Vasileff. Then there are the businesses that keep his garments in a state fit for a princess, or those that give him a chance to unwind — supporting small businesses is high on Paul’s agenda. ADLocal catches up with Paul to find out he spends a day in the CBD.
Plenti move into the CBD
There is plenty to be excited about in the Adelaide CBD following a national consumer lender’s decision to break into the South Australian market. Plenti Group Limited, a New South Wales-based company that offers a variety of different loans, opened its second Australia office, creating 60 new jobs.
ADL Fashion Week looms
ADL Fashion Week takes over Adelaide Streets between 6 – 9 October. Featuring an exciting line up of events, this new premier festival celebrates the fabric of fashion in the city. It includes Adelaide's biggest shopping event in Rundle Mall and Rundle Street where you can get an ADL Fashion Week gift with purchase.
Discover the city or commute into work by bike this spring
Fishbank Adelaide, which prides itself on serving the freshest, most sustainably sourced fish from the Australian waterways, is known for its iconic 'raw menu’. From freshly shucked oysters to deep fried salt and paper squid — your lunchbreak never tasted so good at the King William Street venue. The restaurant will host the ADL Fashion Week Launch on Thursday 6 October 2022.
Discover the city or commute into work by bike this spring
During October, get on your bike and enjoy a range of events and activities, including free bike tune ups, Ride2Work Day, learn to ride courses and more. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, a rusty rider or a first timer, there’s something for you.
Recruitment opportunities
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