Emus Talking

07/07/2025

🔵 NAIDOC Week Special — Up to 50% Off HR Support! 🔵

At Emus Talking, we deliver strategic, compliant, and culturally informed HR solutions that support the entire employee lifecycle — because strong people practices build strong communities.

To celebrate NAIDOC Week, we’re offering:
🖤 50% off for our first 5 clients
💛 30% off for all other new clients this week

We support small businesses, community organisations, and not-for-profits with HR systems that are:
✅ Aligned with Fair Work, WHS, and legal standards
✅ Grounded in cultural safety and inclusion
✅ Flexible, scalable, and ready to grow with you

What we offer:
• Culturally safe recruitment & role design
• Employment & contractor agreements (Lawpath-reviewed)
• NES & Modern Award compliance
• Flexible & remote work readiness
• Workplace health and safety (WHS) protocols
• Onboarding, induction & performance management support
• Tailored HR advice from experienced advisors

We combine trusted resources — like Lawpath, Fair Work Ombudsman, Safe Work Australia, and business.gov.au — with our own deep understanding of community and culture.

Whether you're hiring your first team member or tightening up your HR systems, Emus Talking is here to support you — with cultural integrity and real-world compliance.

📩 Contact us at [email protected]
🌐 Visit us at www.emustalking.com.au

Offer valid during NAIDOC Week only.

17/06/2025

"Retainer Services" 🧑‍💼
Want a dedicated Project and Growth Partner?

At Emus Talking, we provide strategic guidance to help streamline operations, improve performance and boost efficiency.

Whether you're a start-up or an established business, we offer tailored solutions to help you operate more effectively.

What's included: 🛒
☑️ Strategic Planning sessions
☑️ Business & HR Policy Document creation
☑️ Access to Templates and Tools
☑️ Email and Phone Support
☑️ Grant / Funding Applications
☑️ Priority Access & Advocacy
☑️ Monthly check ins

Packages start from $2500+ GST. per month.

Contact us today to find out more.
[email protected]

"Walking with you, Like the Emu - One step at a time"

23/05/2025

We’re proud to announce the launch of the new Emus Talking website! 🎉

🌐 Explore now: www.emustalking.com.au

Emus Talking is a 100% Indigenous-owned business committed to supporting small businesses, community organisations, and Indigenous enterprises. Through culturally respectful and high-quality consulting, we specialise in:

✍️ Professional Writing
🗂️ Project Planning
📄 Grant Applications
📊 Operational Strategy

Our mission is simple: create real impact. We work side-by-side with clients to develop practical, long-term solutions — built on integrity, empowerment, respect, and collaboration.

We understand the challenges. We honour your story. We’re here to walk with you toward lasting success.

Visit our new site to learn more, see how we work, and start a conversation.

Guiding your vision to reality

15/05/2025

🌟 Emus Talking x Workforce NT 🌟

We’re proud to partner with Workforce NT, an Aboriginal-owned business led by Paul Wickham out of Tennant Creek.

Together, we’re supporting local employment, training, and economic growth across the Northern Territory. Workforce NT is all about empowering communities through real job opportunities and culturally strong workforce solutions and Emus Talking is honoured to be part of their journey.

🤝 Strengthening community partnerships

💼 Supporting Aboriginal-led employment pathways

🌱 Building a stronger NT together

Because when mob work together, big things happen!

We're just getting started — and we’re here for the long haul.

28/04/2025

Last Thursday, Mitch Amidy had the pleasure of attending the Moreton Bay Black Coffee event, hosted at the wonderful Kakadu Organics in Samford.
It was another fantastic opportunity to connect with local Indigenous business owners and stakeholders to share ideas, and celebrate the vibrant spirit of our business community. A huge thank you to my old Darwin colleague Kylie-Lee Bradford who owns Kakadu Organics, for providing such a welcoming space — and of course, some great organic food!
https://kakaduorganics.com.au/

Looking forward to the next Black Coffee event and continuing to build strong connections across Moreton Bay.



Shorty's Pest Management

22/04/2025

🌟 Exciting News from Emus Talking! 🌟

Aboriginal entrepreneurs and business owners in the Northern Territory — this one’s for you!

Thanks to Aboriginal Investment NT, there’s powerful funding now available to help launch or grow your business:

🚀 Start-Up Grants – Up to $100,000 to bring your business idea to life
📊 Growth Grants – Up to $150,000 to scale your existing business

What Can Be Funded:
✔ Property, plant & equipment
✔ Fit-out costs
✔ Staff wages (1 position, up to 38 hours/week for 26 weeks at minimum wage)
✔ Business & admin costs (e.g. insurance)
✔ Professional services (tax, legal, financial – up to 10% of grant amount)
✔ Trading stock & consumables (50/50 cost share)

Whether you're dreaming big or ready to level up, this funding could be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. Let’s grow strong, successful Aboriginal-owned businesses together. 💪🏾

Need guidance or have questions? Emus Talking is here to support you every step of the way.

📢 Don’t wait — now’s the time to turn your vision into reality!

🔗 Apply for Start-Up Grants
🔗 Apply for Growth Grants

24/03/2025

🌟 Ready to Launch Your Dream Business with Emus Talking? 🌟

Starting a business is an exciting adventure, but having the right documents in place is crucial for a smooth and successful journey! 📈✨ Whether you’re just starting out or want to make sure everything’s set up correctly, Emus Talking is here to guide you through the paperwork process. Here’s what you’ll need:

📋 Essential Start-up Documents:

Business Plan

Articles of Incorporation/Organisation

Operating Agreement

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

Employment Contracts

Intellectual Property Protections

And more!

🔍 Why Are These Important?
These documents are key to protecting your ideas, defining roles, and ensuring you're fully compliant with the law. They're the foundation of your business success!

💡 Legal Checks: Emus Talking can provide legal checks to ensure your documents are set up correctly and compliant with all necessary regulations.

👉 Ready to get started? Let Emus Talking handle the paperwork, so you can focus on what you do best—running your business! 🚀



Got questions or need help? Reach out to us anytime! 💬📞

11/03/2025

Close The Gap day fast approaching - March 20, 2025.

Emus Talking is committed to supporting the achievement of the Closing the Gap targets related to economic development, particularly by helping Indigenous businesses grow and thrive. By focusing on Indigenous business support, Emus Talking aims to create more opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to become economically independent and self-sufficient.

One of the key ways Emus Talking is contributing to these targets is by providing tailored business support services, such as business consulting, grant writing assistance, and access to networks and finance. This support helps Indigenous entrepreneurs establish and expand their businesses, which in turn creates job opportunities, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth. Through these efforts, Emus Talking directly aligns with the target of having 65% of Indigenous youth (ages 15-24) engaged in employment, education, or training by 2028. By helping Indigenous businesses succeed, Emus Talking ensures young people can access meaningful employment and skill-building opportunities within their communities.

Emus Talking also aims to play a role in addressing the target for stronger workforce participation. By supporting the growth of Indigenous businesses, Emus Talking helps create long-term job opportunities, contributing to the goal of having 60% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 25-64 employed by 2028. The organisation’s efforts aim to empower Indigenous communities through economic independence, which directly impacts workforce participation rates.

Through its dedicated work in business development, Emus Talking is actively assisting in the realisation of Closing the Gap targets by creating sustainable pathways for employment, education, and economic growth for Indigenous people.

Selena Stewart Mitch Amidy

Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network Queensland Indigenous Business Network Aboriginal Investment NT

27/02/2025

Did you know that Emus Talking provides specialist Grant Writing support?

With the Aboriginal Investment NT grant round opening on March 1st, now is the time to take the next step in your business journey!

BUSINESS START-UP GRANTS
https://lnkd.in/gDnfukra

BUSINESS GROWTH GRANTS
https://lnkd.in/g65ev2qx

What Can Be Funded

Property, plant and equipment.
Fit-out costs.
Staff wages (capped at one position to a maximum of 38 hours per week, for 26 weeks at the National Minimum Wage).
Direct business and administration costs (e.g. insurances).
Essential professional services and consultancy costs (e.g. taxation, legal, financial) to a maximum of 10% of the grant funding sought.
Trading stock and consumables (capped at a 50% contribution, where you demonstrate that you can and will fund the other 50% of the cost of trading stock and consumables).

Reach out to Emus Talking today!

Mitch Amidy Selena Stewart Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network
Aboriginal Investment NT

25/02/2025

Empowering Indigenous Business Success with Emus Talking 🤝

At Emus Talking, we are committed to driving the success of Indigenous businesses across Australia. With the Indigenous business sector contributing over $16 billion annually to the national economy and employing more than 116,000 people, we recognize the incredible potential and resilience of Indigenous entrepreneurs.

Supporting Growth and Economic Impact 💲

The number of Indigenous business owner-managers has grown by over 50% in recent years, now exceeding 29,000. This remarkable growth highlights the increasing participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs in Australia’s economy. At Emus Talking, we support this momentum by offering expert business and operational guidance, ensuring Indigenous businesses have the tools they need to thrive.
Industry Diversity and Opportunity
Indigenous businesses are active across various industries, including construction, professional services, healthcare, and emerging sectors like renewable energy. Our team at Emus Talking helps businesses navigate these industries with tailored strategies, operational support, and mentorship programs designed to maximize success.

Overcoming Challenges Together 🚫

Despite the growth of Indigenous businesses, challenges such as access to capital, financial management, and networking opportunities remain. For entrepreneurs in remote communities, finding the right support and resources can be even more difficult. Emus Talking provides hands-on assistance in areas like:
✔ Business planning and operational strategy
✔ Grant and Tender Writing
✔ HR & Policy Support
✔ Outsourced Business Support
Leveraging Policy and Support for Success
Government initiatives like the Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) have opened doors for Indigenous businesses to secure contracts and grow. However, navigating these opportunities can be complex. Emus Talking works alongside business owners to ensure they are well-positioned to take advantage of these policies, access funding, and build sustainable operations.

Looking to the Future ✅

The Indigenous business sector is evolving, with new opportunities emerging in innovation, technology, and sustainability. Emus Talking is here to help Indigenous entrepreneurs stay ahead of industry trends, connect with the right networks, and build businesses that create long-term impact for their communities.
If you’re an Indigenous business owner looking for operational support, mentorship, or strategic guidance, Emus Talking is here to help. Let’s work together to strengthen Indigenous businesses and drive lasting economic empowerment.

📞 Contact us today to start your business journey with Emus Talking!

20/02/2025

Here's what one of recent clients has said about Emus Talking.

"This is beyond amazing and so helpful thank you so much for taking the time to put this together for me I can not tell you how appreciative I am.

This is perfect and even more detailed then I imagined this saves me so much time I can not wait to put together a testimonial for you, your product has exceeded my expectations.

Thank you again so much!"

Brooke
Medikah skin & beauty

Selena Stewart Mitch Amidy

19/02/2025

Mitch Amidy - Director Sales & Marketing of Emus Talking had the pleasure of attending Windsor Group's First Nations Leadership Forum yesterday at the Tattersall's Club in Brisbane.
It was the coming together of established and emerging leaders in Queensland's Indigenous business sector.

Thank you to the team at Windsor Group for putting on an amazing event and to Queensland Indigenous Business Network for connecting Emus Talking with some amazing business leaders.