Rural Business Support

02/06/2026

CLIENT FEEDBACK 💬 //

“Not only do I highly recommend this service, but I am also aware of numerous other small businesses similar to mine that are struggling due to the current economic climate…”

Many small businesses are doing it tough right now, and you’re not the only one feeling the pressure.

Our Business Financial Counsellors provide free, confidential support to help you understand your situation, work through challenges, and explore practical options for your business.

📞 1800 836 211
🌐 www.ruralbusinesssupport.org.au

02/06/2026

IN FOCUS E-NEWS: MAY EDITION 📬

📢 Your monthly snapshot of practical support, insights and tools to strengthen your business.
Inside this month’s update:

✅ Turning Numbers into Decisions
✅ Read our 2024–25 In Focus publications
✅ Connect, Learn, Network. Small business support coming to regional areas
✅ Meet our Small Business Financial Counsellors
✅ Visit our new website
✅ Donate to the RBS Relief Fund
✅ Weather it Together in tough seasons
✅ Upcoming events and where you can find RBS in the coming months

No matter what this season brings, early action creates more options.

📞 FREECALL 1800 836 211
🌐 www.ruralbusinesssupport.org.au

🔗 Read now and subscribe: https://bit.ly/in-focus-may2026

01/06/2026

SUPPORT FOR SMALL REGIONAL BUSINESSES //

Small and family businesses on Kangaroo Island are invited to attend Connect, Learn and Network in Kingscote.

Hosted by the Office for Small and Family Business, Rural Business Support is proud to partner this free local event to help you learn about government programs and services, meet your local Business Support Officer and connect with support organisations and other businesses in our region.

📅Thursday 11 June
📍 Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, Kingscote
⏰ 7.30am - 9.00am

Register: business.sa.gov.au/regional-events

28/05/2026

CLIENT FEEDBACK 💬 //

“The prompt responses have alleviated concerns and stress on a number of occasions…”

Receiving an access notice can bring a lot of uncertainty.

Our Landowner Information Service Officers are here to provide clear, timely information so you can understand what’s in front of you and what it means for your land.

Free, impartial and confidential support.

📞 1800 836 211
🌐 www.ruralbusinesssupport.org.au

27/05/2026

📍WHERE ARE WE? WEDNESDAY 📸 //

This week the team has been out and about connecting with communities, industry and small businesses.

We’ve been in Mildura attending the ASVO wine grape seminar hosted by Willow & Ivie, bringing together viticulture specialists, researchers and growers to share practical insights and industry knowledge for the wine grape sector.

In the South East, we’ve kicked off the Small Business “Connect, Learn and Network” events in Bordertown, with more regional events to come, so make sure you keep an eye out for your local session.

Closer to home, staff are feeling inspired with new farming experiments of their own. Good luck with the artichokes Harry! 🌱

There’s been blue skies up north, grey skies down south, and a few roadside stops along the way, including a hopeful stop at the Spirit of Flinders Bakery in Quorn, only to find they had sold out for the day. Disappointing to miss out, but a great sign for a busy regional small business.

The crops are starting to green up across parts of the regions, with plenty hoping this season continues heading in the right direction.

Wherever we are across SA and the NT, we’re out there supporting farmers, fishers, landholders and rural small businesses every step of the way. 🌾🤝

25/05/2026

SMALL BUSINESS BREAKFAST: BORDERTOWN //

📢 Coffee, breakfast, and support that comes to you.

RBS is proud to be partnering with the Small Business Commissioner and Office for Small and Family Business, to bring support to you in the regions you live and work.

On May 26th the team welcomes business owners in Bordertown and surrounding towns to join us over breakfast and learn about the support available to you.

Business Financial Counsellor, Andrew Carver will be there to answer questions about our services, please come along and have a chat.

Registrations are essential. Book your place today.
https://events.humanitix.com/coffee-breakfast-and-support.

21/05/2026

CLIENT FEEDBACK 💬 //

“My counsellor helped me to better understand where I may have been lacking in knowledge and gave me the information and the skills to navigate complex business terms and budgets.”

Financial conversations can feel overwhelming when the language, systems and numbers are unfamiliar.

Our Business Financial Counsellors help break things down into clear, practical steps so you can better understand your business and make informed decisions with confidence.

📞 1800 836 211
🌐 www.ruralbusinesssupport.org.au

20/05/2026

APPLICATIONS OPEN: Marine Recovery Loans //

20/05/2026

FREE 4-hour 1:1 Business Health Check for small and family businesses //

RBS is proud to partner with RDAMR to provide this practical, confidential mentoring session to help you get clarity on what’s working, what’s not, and what to do next in your business.

If you’re looking to improve performance, planning and resilience, register for this free 1:1 session.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx...

FREE 4 hour 1:1 Business Health Check... 📈

Running a business can be all-consuming. Most owners spend their time working in the business and rarely get the chance to step back and work on it.

That’s why Mandy Tennant from RDAMR in partnership with Rural Business Support are offering a FREE 4-hour 1:1 Business Health Check for small and family businesses including:

• Financials
• Business Structures
• Operations
• Marketing
• The Business Landscape
• Personnel & Business Wellbeing
• Human Resources
• Succession and Exit Planning
• Support Pathways – “Need Help?”

This is a practical, confidential mentoring session to help you get clarity on what’s working, what’s not, and what to do next. You’ll walk away with a clear, tailored action plan that outlines:

• Key issues and priorities for your business
• Practical next steps and recommended actions
• What to focus on in the next 3, 6 and 12 months
• Where additional support may be useful
• Referral pathways to relevant services and advisors

This health check is suitable for small & family businesses, sole traders, micro businesses, businesses navigating drought impacts or uncertainty, owners or anyone wanting to improve performance, planning and resilience.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=t8oYZ9foMkuTVdcC9xjjZrLpAiudEtJOhn8sHiSPYttURFlEUUtKNlRFN0NCR01IMFBEQ1pHU1NIUy4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl