Economic structure
The Shoalhaven economic structure is broadly based with a national and international focus.
Whatever your business there are systems in place to provide support, networking and business training.
Several government agencies and contracted services are geared to step your business through any approval process, seeking out of government grants or just putting you in contact with other businesses that can help you with supplies, business services and marketing and logistics to market.
Business networks
In Shoalhaven, a vibrant community of local business networks thrive, all dedicated to supporting a diverse array of operations within our regional city.
Our businesses boast a “proudly Shoalhaven” spirit, united in their ambition to expand their enterprises, boost the local economy, and offer guidance to newcomers.
If you’re thinking about relocating your business here, you’re in good company. Many have already embarked on this journey and are eager to provide you with practical tips to ensure your transition is smooth. Reach out and discover how easy your move to Shoalhaven can be!
Hospitality Concierge
The Hospitality Concierge is a new ‘one stop shop’ for hospitality businesses to find out more about the new liquor licence reforms and to help your business benefit from new initiatives that reduce red tape and support the 24-hour economy.
The Hospitality Concierge is one of the many ways the NSW Government is supporting the hospitality sector in bouncing back from COVID-19 and encouraging more diverse entertainment options.
What can the Hospitality Concierge help with?
The Hospitality Concierge provides personalised guidance on a range of government support, including:
- Helping access government incentives and initiatives i.e., outdoor dining and live music incentives.
- Outreach to industry and councils to understand current barriers to uptake and provide information on licensing/application pathways.
- Linking with government partners and local councils to support smooth and coordinated approvals.
- Working with the 24-hour Economy Commissioner to deliver more impactful outcomes for businesses.
- Sharing information about special entertainment precincts and their potential to boost trade, support live performance and increase footfall in the precinct.
To contact the Hospitality Concierge, simply book a call using the online form and they will call you back at a time that is convenient for you.
Click here for further information on the Hospitality Concierge.
NSW Small Business Commissioner
The NSW Small Business Commissioner provides a range of information and tools for starting up a business.
Click here for further information.
Service NSW Business Bureau – Business Connect
The Service NSW Business Bureau – Business Connect team provide free, tailored business advice in one-on-one sessions on topics such as business planning, marketing and cash flow from independent advisors who have experience in running their own businesses.
Click here for further information.
Service NSW Business Bureau – Business Concierge
The Business Concierge team provide free, one-on-one support for new or existing businesses. Get help with:
- registering your business
- applying for grants and vouchers
- troubleshooting.
Click here for further information.
Business.gov
Information, grants, services and support from across government to help your business succeed.
Click here for further information.
Business Planning Tool
A business plan sets you up for success when you start and helps you adapt as your business grows.
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iAccelerate
iAccelerate is both a program and a community of entrepreneurs, located within a world class university. It is a unique pre-accelerator, accelerator and incubator program where you can nurture your idea or scale-up your existing business. Entrepreneurs, startups, scale-ups, social enterprises and intrapreneurs thrive.
Click here for further information.
Industry 4.0 – UOW
Located in the Shoalhaven, Industry 4.0 Hub is a collaborative environment open to students, industry and entrepreneurs. Providing access to staff, information, training, technology demonstrations and a link to the expertise and capabilities available through the UOW Facilities, this ecosystem will provide a setting to learn about, workshop and implement Industry 4.0 principles into practice.
Click here for further information.
Indigenous Business Australia
Indigenous Business Australia provides economic development opportunities to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through:
- loans and financial services
- business finance and partnerships.
Click here for further information.
