City Business May 16

The Adelaide Economic Development Agency's (AEDA) latest City Business newsletter gives you information and resources to support your business.

Learn more about:
- The City of Adelaide's 2025/26 Business Plan and Budget
- Promotional opportunities for your business when the British & Irish Lions come to town
- The sold-out AEDA Business Summit

Have your say: 2025/26 Draft Business Plan and Budget

AEDA is committed to creating a thriving business environment across the city and North Adelaide. As the City of Adelaide develops its 2025/26 Draft Business Plan and Budget, incorporating the AEDA 2025/26 Draft Business Plan and Budget, it invites city businesses, property owners and residents to have their say. The draft plan outlines key projects for the city and its subsidiaries, including AEDA. It includes a proposed change to the Rating Policy by introducing a minimum rate. Help shape policies and projects that support business growth and economic success. Consultation closes at midnight on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.

Supplementary Election

Businesses, property owners and residents within the City of Adelaide Central Ward can enrol to vote in the upcoming Supplementary Election. If you own a business that operates within the Central Ward, you can check your enrolment status online. Enrolments close 30 May 2025.

Game ready venues

Capitalise on increased spending in the CBD and North Adelaide when the British & Irish Lions play at Adelaide Oval on Saturday, 12 July 2025. Businesses can take advantage of extra visitor foot traffic by extending trading hours or accessing free promotional support. EOIs close today, 16 May 2025.

Boost your winter bookings for free

Submit your winter experience, event or offer via the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) and tap into two major seasonal marketing campaigns: our city-led ‘Winter is festival season, too’ and the South Australian Tourism Commission’s ‘Simple Pleasures Guide to Winter’. Your listing will feature on ExperienceAdelaide.com.au and SouthAustralia.com – double the exposure with just a few clicks. Update or create your ATDW listing now and help visitors plan a vibrant winter in the city.

Adelaide has the right recipe

A leading Adelaide operator says the city is "punching above its weight" when it comes to quality food and hospitality, positioning Adelaide as a standout destination on the global culinary stage.

Job Opportunity

Are you an administrative superstar ready to take the next step in your career? AEDA is looking for an Executive Assistant to offer high-level executive and administrative support to the General Manager.

Sold out AEDA Business Summit is on next week

The 2025 AEDA Business Summit on Tuesday, 20 May is now sold out. Highlights, photos, and big ideas from the day will be shared, so keep an eye on AEDA's LinkedIn page.