Department of State Development

Your seat at the table is waiting.

Registrations are now open for Meet the Buyer - South Australia’s major supplier engagement event connecting local businesses with South Australian government agencies and leading industry organisations.

🗓️ 19 August 2026 | Adelaide Convention Centre
🎟 FREE to attend

With 1,300+ attendees in 2025, this year’s event is set to be even bigger.

Over 80+ exhibitors. One morning. Countless opportunities to make valuable connections across state government, defence, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, resources, professional services and more.

If growing your network, visibility and procurement opportunities is on the agenda, this is where those conversations start.

Secure your place today: https://www.meetthebuyer.sa.gov.au/

Coastal waters in some parts of SA have been affected by an algal bloom.

To help keep communities informed, the South Australian Government is hosting a community forum at the Croatian Sporting Club in Port Lincoln, on Monday 1 June from 6pm.

Hear from government leaders and experts such as the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Clare Scriven, and representatives from Department of Primary Industries and Regions and SA Health.

This forum is free and open to the public. Registration is essential due to venue capacity.

Follow the link to find out more and register to attend: https://bit.ly/port-lincoln-fourm

Strengthening innovation in global water partnerships 💧🌎

This month we were proud to host a high-level water delegation from India, supported by the Asian Development Bank, as part of the Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project study tour.

The visit brought together government leaders, industry experts and South Australian innovators in water tech to explore opportunities for future cross-border collaboration.

This exchange was a prime opportunity to spotlight South Australia’s position as a global leader in water innovation and management, and reinforces our commitment to building strong international partnerships that drive sustainable innovation outcomes and economic growth.

A round of applause for The Yoghurt Shop, announcing a tasty new distribution deal at THAIFEX. 🥣 😋

The South Australian artisan yoghurt company will have its products stocked in a range of 24/7 supermarkets across Bangkok following a 300% increase in sales year on year in the Thai market.

The companies are part of a delegation of local businesses supported by the SA Government and Food South Australia to showcase their premium products at Asia’s largest food and beverage trade show, attended by Minister Chris Picton as part of this week’s business mission to .

Learn more about support available for SA exporters ➡️ export.sa.gov.au

We’re excited to be exhibiting at Hort Connections 2026 at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 1- 4 June. 🌱🤝

As Australasia’s largest horticulture conference and trade show, Hort Connections brings together growers, researchers, industry leaders, and innovators from across the fresh produce sector.

Come connect with our Invest SA and Trade teams to learn about opportunities in our state's agribusiness sector, alongside Department of Primary Industries and Regions, Green Industries SA and South Australian Research and Development Institute.

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to deepen their understanding about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore we can contribute to achieving reconciliation in our country. 🔴🟡⚫

Members of our RAP Working Group were proud to attend the 2026 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast, with this year's theme 'All In' - a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

Throughout the morning powerful stories were shared, inspiring attendees to think beyond reconciliation as a moment in time, but as something built through everyday actions, meaningful conversations and a collective commitment to learning from the past to shape the future.

Learn how you can go All In on with events around the state ⬇️ https://ow.ly/tAM050Z4AjY