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Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia

Advocacy & education for women-led small & micro businesses, entrepreneurs & founders in Australia.

06/03/2026

A nationwide first, and we're excited to be leading it 🇦🇺

ESBWA is proud to be supported by the NSW Government Women NSW to build what women in business have needed for a long time: a coordinated, national mechanism to connect women-owned businesses into procurement supply chains.

Why this matters: Women-owned businesses make up a third of all businesses yet receive just 1% of government contracts and large-business supplier spending globally.

Announced at the Western Sydney Innovation Connect Summit on 3 March, as part of International Women's Day and NSW Women's Week, here's what's included:

📋 Women-Owned Supplier Database: Australia's first. Free to register.
🎓 Free Procurement Readiness Workshops: In-person across NSW and online.
🏆 Women-Owned Business Summit 2027: Funding, innovation, long-term growth.
✅ Women-Owned Business Certification: Coming soon. Join the waitlist.

And if you're not in NSW, there are opportunities for you too.

Learn more and register your business: https://www.esbwa.com.au/nsw

Photo: Relise photography

09/02/2026

💰 Government procurement represents one of the largest and most under-utilised revenue opportunities for women-owned businesses. Local, state and federal governments buy billions of dollars in goods and services every year, and women-owned enterprises are increasingly being prioritised.

If you've ever thought government tenders were too complex, too competitive or only for "big players", we're running a FREE workshop to help change your mind.

Join guest speaker Julie Mikhail, Managing Director‍ of Engineering Business, as she breaks down government procurement in practical terms. You'll learn how to...

✅ Check if your business is ready to tender
✅ Find and make sense of government tenders
✅ Confidently prepare a tender application

No prior procurement experience required! We'd love to see you there.

📅 Thursday 19 February 2026
🕛 12:00 pm AEDT
🎫 Register: https://www.esbwa.com.au/events

03/02/2026

Government tendering can seem out of reach for small businesses, but it doesn't have to be 🙅‍♀️

We're hosting a free online workshop with guest speaker Julie Mikhail, Managing Director‍ of Engineering Business, who will guide you through how to:

✅ Check if your business is ready to tender
✅ Find and make sense of government tenders
✅ Confidently prepare a tender application

If you’re a woman running a business and want to explore new opportunities, this session is for you!

📅 Thursday 19 February 2026
🕛 12:00 pm AEDT

Register today: https://www.esbwa.com.au/events/procurement-feb2026

29/01/2026

Make a Little Friend, Make a Big Difference 🎵

We want to share something special with you - we have a (very rare) couple of spots that have become available for seniors to do something that is guaranteed to fill the bucket.

Noro Music Therapy is running a FREE intergenerational program at our Penrith Clinic (Panthers Precinct) — and we're looking for wonderful people like you to join us!

Here's the deal: You turn up, we supply the adorable preschoolers, and together you'll make music, share stories, and brighten each other's day. It's joyful, it's meaningful, and the kids absolutely love their "big friends."

Starting: Tuesday 3 Feb
Cost: Absolutely free
What you need: A Working with Children Check (also free — and we'll help you sort it out beforehand if you don't have one)

These connections are pure magic. The little ones get patient, caring mentors. You get giggles, high-fives, and the kind of heart-full morning that stays with you.

Keen? Have questions? Just reply DM or email [email protected] and we'll get you sorted.

This might not be for you, or maybe you don't have time on your dance card - but maybe you know someone who would benefit?

An opportunity not to be missed!

28/11/2025

Wondering how to get your products or services in front of government or large companies?

Join us for a free online workshop designed for women-led businesses, where we’ll break procurement down in plain language and show you how to access more opportunities.

📅 Friday, 5 December 2025
🕛 12:00 pm AEDT

What you’ll learn:
✅ What government and corporate procurement really means
✅ How to find opportunities that match your business
✅ Simple ways to get noticed by buyers
✅ Tips to confidently respond to requests and tenders

No prior procurement experience is needed! This session is perfect for women running a business who want to explore new opportunities.

Register today: https://www.esbwa.com.au/events/procurement101-dec2025

07/11/2025

Payday Super legislation will come into effect in July 2026, but what does it mean for women-led small businesses?

The Australian Taxation Office has released draft compliance guidelines outlining how it plans to enforce the new Payday Super obligations. ESBWA has raised concerns that these guidelines risk placing additional pressure on small businesses already managing tight cash flow, software limitations and heavy compliance demands.

We are calling on the ATO to prioritise education and support, not penalties, as this reform takes effect. Women entrepreneurs deserve clarity and practical guidance to adapt successfully.

You can read our feedback paper on the ATO's Draft Practical Compliance Guideline for Payday Super on our website: https://www.esbwa.com.au/submissions

13/10/2025

Applications are now open! We are proud to be delivering an 8-Week Accelerator as part of Women Veterans Australia's Phoenix Entrepreneur Program – a free initiative proudly funded by the NSW Government to support women veterans in NSW who are ready to start or grow a business.

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential with this expert-led program, offering high-impact training, personalised mentoring, and practical resources to help you launch, grow, and thrive.

📆 The program kicks off with a Launch Event in February 2026, followed by an 8-Week Accelerator Program designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to succeed in business.

🔗 Learn more & apply today via WVA: https://tinyurl.com/23x5vb89

10/10/2025

Your story can help create change for women in business 🔥

ESBWA is partnering with Macquarie University students to develop recommendations to the government that support women in business.

We’re looking for experiences from women across Australia in areas like:
➡️ Procurement – winning or losing government or corporate contracts
➡️ Funding – accessing loans, grants, or investment
➡️ Red tape – navigating regulations and compliance

Your insights can be completely anonymous, and every story matters. Your experiences will directly help shape practical recommendations and highlight the realities of running a business as a woman in Australia.

Share your experience here: https://forms.gle/HZq35R6HWyqm7YzQA

24/07/2025

Today, Amanda Rose, CEO of ESBWA, was honoured to join the Small Business Roundtable hosted by the Hon Dr. Anne Aly, Minister for Small Business.

She highlighted the impact of ATO debt collection practices on small business viability, the need to boost entrepreneurship among diverse women, and the importance of educating women and young people on how to build sustainable, profitable businesses.

“We must stop treating businesses as tax risks and instead focus on education, support and scalable pathways to profitability, especially for women and young people who often face the greatest barriers.”

11/06/2025

📣 We want to hear from you! ESBWA have partnered with a student group from Macquarie University to spotlight the real issues faced by women-led small businesses.

This short 15-minute survey will help us better understand the reality of being a small business owner - the obstacles, priorities and lived experiences of our community. The insight gained through this survey will contribute to future advocacy efforts as we speak up on behalf of entrepreneurial and small business women across the country.

Plus, by completing the survey you'll go in the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Prezzee gift cards, available to use at hundreds of stores 🎁

📝 Learn more and complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/4zn2ep8u

06/06/2025

Our CEO Amanda Rose joined The Sales Dr on the Sales Revolution Podcast to unpack how policies, funding models, and lazy legislation often ignore the needs of SMEs, despite them making up 97% of Aussie businesses.

In this podcast episode, she shares practical ways small business owners can make a profit, cut time-wasting habits, and build confidence, connection, and
commercial savvy.

Listen to the episode: https://omny.fm/shows/the-sales-revolution/how-to-win-in-business-while-the-rules-are-against-you-amanda-rose

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https://www.esbwa.com.au/

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