September 29 - Small Business Month, Neon Marketplace, Arts Alive Road Closures & More!

OCTOBER SMALL BUSINESS MONTH
Workshops & Events

October is NSW Small Business Month, a statewide initiative by the NSW Government, that offers practical events and resources to help small businesses grow, connect and succeed.

Throughout the month, Business Wollondilly is partnering with local experts to present a series of workshops and events. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your sales skills, expand your online presence, or get tailored business advice, there’s something for everyone.

Sales Strategies & Pipelines Workshop: Tuesday 14 October
Click here to register
Grow your Business Online Workshop: Thursday 23 October
Click here to register
Launch of New FREE Monthly Business Advice Sessions: Thursday 30 October
Pop into WorkLife Picton (no registrations required), find out more here
Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) Workshop: Thursday 30 October Click here to register

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other local businesses, gain practical skills, and discover new ways to grow your business.

NEON MARKETPLACE
Innovate. Connect. Collaborate

NSW businesses of all sizes, including creatives and artists, are invited to join Neon Marketplace, a new B2B platform supporting collaborations, activations and initiatives in the going-out economy.

Led by the NSW Government’s 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, the platform features an opportunities listing and directory where businesses can connect, share ideas and grow together.

LEARN MORE & APPLY

MAYORS CHARITY DINNER
Tickets Available

The Mayors of Wollondilly Shire, Camden, and Campbelltown City Councils, are coming together to celebrate and support a truly special cause, Kids of Macarthur Health Foundation, with the Macarthur Mayors Charity Dinner on Friday 7 November at Camden Civic Centre.

Ticket sales close Friday 24 October. Enjoy a night of great food, entertainment, raffles and a silent auction, all for a great cause!

BUSINESS CHECKLIST
Finish the Year Strong

The end of 2025 is fast approaching; ensure your business is ready!

Plan for the sales season – Black Friday and Christmas are just weeks away. Check stock, refresh marketing, and lock in promotions before the rush.
Review cash flow & budgets.
Strengthen cyber security.

Click below for business support, resources and opportunities:

BUSINESS SUPPORT

PICTON ROAD CLOSURES
Arts Alive: 11 October

Please note that the following streets in Picton will have limited access or be closed during the Arts Alive festival:

Mary Mackillop Lane Carpark will be closed from Friday 10th October 6am & Mary Mackillop Lane closed from Friday 10th October 5pm
Menangle Street – from Argyle Street to Colden Street - From 6am 11th October

Plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow signage on the day.