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25/09/2026

Our Founder Amanda Rose was invited to speak on how AI can help/hinder small business (and women).

Amanda mentioned the opportunity AI provides for small business and women in relation to providing a competitive advantage and even the playing field in a highly competitive market.

The event itself focused on the latest workplace trends and explored how Microsoft Copilot can be integrated into everyday workflows to help improve productivity, streamline tasks and support smarter ways of working.

What have you implemented in your business that you previously never considered doing because of AI?

21/08/2026

"I deserve a seat at the table."

That's what one woman took from our Procurement Capability Workshop held in Windsor, and this is what it was built for – to give women-owned businesses the confidence to go after supply chain opportunities.

Major supply chains can feel like a closed door. With practical guidance, women left knowing how to change that, from building a capability statement to learning more about procurement pathways. We were also joined by representatives from Fulton Hogan, sharing how diversity is being built into supply chains and what helps women-owned businesses stand out.

Thank you to Transport for NSW and NSW Women in Construction for supporting this pilot, and to every woman who joined us.

Where should we hold future workshops? Register your interest: https://www.esbwa.com.au/workshops

09/07/2026

We recently held our first Procurement Capability Workshop for women-owned businesses in Western Sydney.

In partnership with Transport for NSW and Western Sydney Women, and supported by the NSW Government Women in Construction program, we brought together women business owners and the people who make procurement decisions on major projects.

The 2-hour workshop, held in Parramatta, covered procurement pipelines, capability statements, governance and what contract-ready means, finishing with networking over morning tea.

EOIs are open for our next workshop on 30 July in Windsor.
Learn more: https://www.esbwa.com.au/ws-workshops

15/06/2026

Running a business in Western Sydney?

Government and corporate projects are creating supply chain opportunities, and women-owned businesses are being actively sought out to fill them ✅

Join us for free Procurement Capability Workshops to learn where your business could fit in and how you can be ready for these opportunities.

📍 Parramatta 2 July📍 Windsor 30 July

Limited places available⏳
Register your interest today: https://www.esbwa.com.au/ws-workshops

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

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