The latest City Business News is here to give you information and resources to support your business. Learn about the AEDA Business Summit, Dymocks Books opening in Rundle Mall, how Ten Gigabit Adelaide can help with commercial property deals, and more. Dymocks Books set to open in historic building, as business opportunities thriveLarge retailers are turning to Rundle Mall to open flagship stores, as business confidence in the Precinct continues to rise. Dymocks Books, which opens in the old Regent Theatre on 20 April, will join rebel and QBD Books that recently opened on the shopping strip. Adelaide Economic Development Agency Chair Nikki Govan weighs in on the openings and how businesses - both big and small - are making an impact on the area. AEDA hosts its inaugural Business SummitThe AEDA Business Summit, presented by Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA), will provide insights into challenges and future growth opportunities for the Adelaide CBD. Headlined by social commentator Bernard Salt AM, this event brings together industry leaders in economics, commercial property, workforce and visitor economy. Other speakers include The Honourable Peter Malinauskas, The Right Honourable The Lord Mayor of Adelaide Sandy Verschoor, City of Adelaide CEO Clare Mockler, AEDA Chair Nikki Govan plus many more. Webinar: Ten Gigabit Adelaide as a real estate toolHaving a point of difference is critical to making a big sale. Ten Gigabit Adelaide is that difference. Join our webinar on 5 May to hear how Ten Gigabit Adelaide could help you sell and lease commercial properties, and make them more attractive to your clients. Webinar: Attracting new employees to your businessThe South Australian Tourism Commission has partnered with Workforce Blueprint to host a webinar about attracting and retaining valuable employees during staff shortages. The session is free for the tourism and hospitality industry.Traders are ready for roaring trade and 50,000 hot cross buns this EasterAdelaide Central Market stallholders are preparing themselves for a busy bout of Easter trade, with two traders looking to bake almost 50,000 hot cross buns to keep up with demand. How many oysters are traders projected to sell? How many Easter eggs will be made? Find out what the holiday period looks like for Adelaide Central Market traders. Help shape New Year's Eve CelebrationsThe cancellation of the 2020 New Year’s Eve (NYE) event and associated fireworks has presented the City of Adelaide with an opportunity to reimagine the event in the future. Give your thoughts on how to best shape NYE celebrations and be in the running to win $150 worth of gift vouchers. Consultation ends on 20 May. Extended Business SA support for city businessesThe Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA), with support of the State Government, has been able to grow and extend the free assistance for city businesses via Business SA. Find out how you can fast-track your business goals, including the opportunity to access training courses. Vacant Tenancy Revitalisation ProgramExpressions of Interest are open for property owners and artists to participate in the city-wide Vacant Tenancy Revitalisation Program. Vacant shopfronts in the CBD and North Adelaide will be given new life to attract prospective tenants and bring vibrancy to retail areas. Shop local in the CBD and North Adelaide this EasterIt is not Easter without delicious sweets to tantalise your tastebuds. ADLocal prides itself on showcasing local traders, so we have taken on the mammoth challenge of finding top-notch treats for you and your families this Easter. City-wide Shopfront Improvement Grant closing date extendedA one week extension has been applied to the closing date of the City-Wide Shopfront Improvement Grant to 4pm, Tuesday 26 April. Grants to a maximum of $10,000 (GST inclusive) are available, with successful applicants contributing at least 20% of the total project costs. |