Business NSW - Riverina Murray

21/10/2026

🚨 Are you ready for the workplace law changes coming in 2027?

From managing employee performance to meeting new workplace obligations, Australia's changing employment laws are creating new challenges for employers.

Do you know what these changes could mean for your business?

Join employment law expert Tamsin Lawrence from Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors for a practical workplace law update designed to help employers:

✅ Understand your obligations – Get clarity on workplace law changes and what they mean for your business.

✅ Manage employees with confidence – Learn how to navigate performance management, conduct issues and psychosocial safety obligations.

✅ Navigate AI in the workplace – Understand the emerging legal risks and opportunities associated with AI.

✅ Prepare for what's ahead – Get insights into proposed reforms and the steps your business can take to prepare for 2027.

Walk away with a clearer understanding of your responsibilities, potential risks and the actions you can take to keep your business prepared and compliant.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
🕚 Time: 11am – 1pm
📍 Location: Business NSW Regional Business Centre, Albury

🎟️ Secure your place today! https://events.humanitix.com/ready-or-not-workplace-law-changes-every-employer-needs-to-know-for-2027

18/10/2026

Our Economic Long Lunch is this Friday!
With tickets selling fast, this is your last chance to secure your spot and hear from some of Australia's leading business and economic experts.
Register now before tickets sell out.

We're excited to bring together four outstanding speakers for our Economic Long Lunch, offering expert insights into the economic trends, policy developments and business conditions shaping Australia and our region.

Hear from:
🔹 Andrew McKellar - Chief Executive Officer, Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
🔹 Nathan Wallwork - Head of Economics & Policy, Business NSW
🔹 Madeline Dunk - Economist & Rates Strategist, ANZ
🔹 Tom Robinson - Director and Principal, Think Trūck

Together, they'll explore the global and Australian economic outlook, the policy environment shaping business, and the opportunities and challenges facing regional industries and communities.

After sharing their insights, our speakers will take part in a panel discussion and audience Q&A, providing a unique opportunity to ask questions, explore key business challenges, and gain perspectives from leaders across economics, policy, industry and business advocacy.

Whether you're a business owner, leader, decision-maker or simply interested in what lies ahead for our economy, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

📅 Friday, 23 October
⏰ 11:00am - 2:30pm
📍 Food I Am, Wagga Wagga

🎟️ Secure your ticket today: https://events.humanitix.com/economic-long-lunch

15/10/2026

Bringing regional business voices to the table.

Last week, we welcomed the Hon Senator Matthew Canavan, Leader of The Nationals, alongside Michael McCormack MP, to the Riverina Murray region for a series of visits and conversations focused on the opportunities and challenges facing regional businesses.

We visited two of our Regional Leader members, Halocell and Prefabulous, for a firsthand look at their operations and the innovation, capability and ambition driving businesses in our region.

As part of our Regional Leaders program and Friends of Business series, we also hosted an exclusive, intimate gathering in Wagga Wagga, creating an opportunity for open and honest discussion about the challenges facing regional businesses, the support our communities need and what must be done to help our regions thrive.

These conversations are an important part of ensuring regional perspectives are heard and that the realities of doing business outside metropolitan centres remain part of the broader policy conversation.

Thank you to Matthew, Michael, our host businesses and everyone who contributed to such a valuable discussion.

Serena Hardwick

15/10/2026

What a fantastic evening at CEO Connect hosted by MAMA - Murray Art Museum Albury.

Events like CEO Connect play an important role in strengthening the Riverina Murray business community, providing a space for leaders to connect, share insights, build relationships and collaborate on opportunities that support the growth and success of our region.

Blair French, CEO of MAMA, shared the fascinating history of the museum and highlighted the significant work it is doing to support arts, culture and community engagement throughout the region.

Guests also enjoyed an exclusive guided tour of the National Photography Prize exhibition, followed by a hands-on creative experience in the MAMA studio.

A unique night of networking, learning and creativity, and a wonderful reminder of the value of bringing leaders together to share ideas and perspectives.

13/10/2026

Two weeks ago, Business NSW Riverina Murray went on tour with our Regional Leaders, for a BTS look at Snowy Hydro 2.0.

The 2 day visit began with an evening of networking at Tumut River Brewing Co, including a brewery tour and an introduction to the Snowy Hydro project, before heading to the site the following day to see the project firsthand.

The scale of Snowy 2.0 is incredible. Seeing the project in person really brings home the complexity and ambition of an infrastructure project of this magnitude.

Just as important was seeing the contribution of regional businesses in bringing it to life. Businesses including Roddy Eng and Prefabulous are playing a role in supporting the project, highlighting the capability within our regions and the importance of local procurement in strengthening regional economies and Australian industry.

Thank you to the Snowy Hydro team (especially Sarah Norris and Erin McKnight) for hosting us and providing such valuable insight into the project, and to Dr Joe McGirr MP for joining us as our special guest.

Thank you to all our attendees and Regional Leaders for being part of two valuable days of connection, learning and collaboration.

12/10/2026

We're excited to bring together four outstanding speakers for our Economic Long Lunch, offering expert insights into the economic trends, policy developments and business conditions shaping Australia and our region.

Hear from:
🔹 Andrew McKellar - Chief Executive Officer, Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
🔹 Nathan Wallwork - Head of Economics & Policy, Business NSW
🔹 Madeline Dunk - Economist & Rates Strategist, ANZ
🔹 Tom Robinson - Director and Principal, Think Trūck

Together, they'll explore the global and Australian economic outlook, the policy environment shaping business, and the opportunities and challenges facing regional industries and communities.

After sharing their insights, our speakers will take part in a panel discussion and audience Q&A, providing a unique opportunity to ask questions, explore key business challenges, and gain perspectives from leaders across economics, policy, industry and business advocacy.

Whether you're a business owner, leader, decision-maker or simply interested in what lies ahead for our economy, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

📅 Friday, 23 October
⏰ 11:00am - 2:30pm
📍 Food I Am, Wagga Wagga

🎟️ Secure your ticket today: https://events.humanitix.com/economic-long-lunch

09/10/2026

We're pleased to welcome Tom Robinson, Director and Principal of The Think Truck, as a speaker at the Economic Long Lunch.

Tom leads The Think Truck, a brand strategy and communications advisory that helps organisations discover, protect and share their most authentic stories.

With nearly two decades of experience across brand, media and communications, Tom has advised organisations throughout Australia, Asia and Europe. A former CEO of Edelman Australia and senior leader at MediaCom Australia, he is a respected voice on communications, organisational trust and business leadership.

Join us in Wagga Wagga on Friday 23 October as Tom shares his insights on leadership, trust and the role strong organisations play in building resilient and successful communities.

🎟️ Secure your ticket today: https://events.humanitix.com/economic-long-lunch

09/10/2026

Don't miss our Economic Long Lunch in Wagga Wagga. Hear from leading economists as they unpack the latest economic trends, policy developments and market conditions impacting businesses today, while connecting with fellow business leaders from across the region.

📍 Food I Am, Wagga Wagga
📅 Friday, 23 October
🕛 11:00am - 2:30pm

Secure your seat today. Register via the link:
https://events.humanitix.com/economic-long-lunch

08/10/2026

We're pleased to welcome Madeline Dunk, Economist & Rates Strategist at ANZ Australia , as a speaker at the Economic Long Lunch.

Madeline is part of ANZ's Australian Economics team, providing expert analysis and commentary on the housing market, household spending and the broader Australian economy.

With experience spanning ANZ, the Commonwealth Treasury and EY's national economics practice, she brings valuable insights into the trends shaping Australia's economic outlook.

Join us in Wagga Wagga on Friday 23 October as Madeline shares her perspective on the key economic forces influencing businesses, households and communities across the country.

🎟️ Secure your ticket today: https://events.humanitix.com/economic-long-lunch


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