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Government of South Australia - Department of Industry, Innovation and ScienceOffice for Small Family and Business

Real Impact. Real Stories.

Discover how our programs and initiatives are transforming small businesses. Dive into case studies that highlight success, resilience and the power of smart policy in action.

Tom Whittenbury

Grundy’s Shoes
Grundy’s Shoes, a sixth-generation South Australian family business, strengthened its governance and succession planning through the Small Business Fundamentals Program, ensuring its long-standing legacy continues to grow in a modern retail landscape.
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Jane Cursaro

Heart Through Art
Turning her passion for creativity into a thriving art therapy practice that supports people of all ages in expressing emotions through visual storytelling, while navigating the challenges of small business ownership with a strong focus on mental health, community, and connection.
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Teagan & Bradyn Fisher

Fisher Kitchens
Fisher Kitchens has grown from a backyard shed into a thriving South Australian cabinetry business known for its craftsmanship, sustainability, and community focus.
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Holly Stratton

A Taste of the Hills Festival
Driven by a love for her hometown and a desire to support local businesses recovering from bushfires and COVID-19, Holly Stratton launched A Taste of the Hills Festival—a now-iconic Adelaide Hills event that has grown rapidly since 2022.
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Programs and initiatives

Mental Health and Wellbeing Program

Support for business owners and their employees to build resilience and cope with mental health challenges and stressors.
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Small Business Sustainability Support Program

As net zero regulations and consumer demand for sustainability grow, the Small Business Sustainability Support program by 2XE helps small businesses adopt sustainable practices, cut emissions, and succeed in a low-carbon future.
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Women in Business Program

The Women in Business Program is a four-year, $4 million South Australian Government initiative aimed at breaking down gender-based barriers and supporting entrepreneurial women to build a more diverse and inclusive business community.
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Small Business Fundamentals Program

The programs will be delivered through workshops, seminars, mentoring, training sessions and more, and will help your business with access to essential knowledge, assisting you to sustainably grow your businesses.
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