The SA Local Buying Foundation has approved sponsorship for Business Port Pirie’s 2025 calendar of events. Under the Sponsorship of Business Awards, Conferences, and Events funding category, this sponsorship will help deliver a diverse range of networking nights, luncheons, workshops, and the annual awards night for the Port Pirie business community.

Open to all businesses in the region, these events will create opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared growth. From networking nights that strengthen relationships to workshops designed to provide much-needed training in areas like social media, marketing, and online business presence, this calendar is set to have a meaningful impact on local businesses.

Upcoming highlights include:

  • 2024 Christmas Networking Night
  • February 2025: Kick Start to 2025 Networking Night
  • March/April 2025: Luncheon featuring a keynote speaker
  • May 2025: Social Media, Marketing & Business Online Presence Workshop Series (open to all businesses, not just members)
  • June 2025: End of Financial Year Networking Night
  • September 2025: Awards Night/Annual Dinner

Cody Girdwood, Local Buying Foundation Project Officer, shared why this initiative is so important: “The Local Buying Foundation is committed to building, connecting, and empowering small local businesses. By supporting these events, we’re helping to create spaces where businesses can grow their networks, learn new skills, and celebrate their achievements. It’s about strengthening the business community and ensuring its long-term success.”

This partnership underscores the Local Buying Foundation’s dedication to fostering thriving and resilient regional economies, celebrating the efforts of small businesses, and empowering them to meet new challenges.