UPCOMING EVENTS
Explore upcoming events, workshops and training opportunities in River Country.
2026 Murray business MONTH
Murray River Council, together with our supporting partners, is excited to launch Murray Business Month, a month-long celebration of business support, learning and connection across our region.
Throughout October, local businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals will have access to a diverse program of FREE workshops, webinars and support opportunities designed to help businesses develop new skills, discover fresh ideas, and connect with like minded others from across the Murray region.
Whether you're a start-up, small business owner, primary producer, retailer, manufacturer, hospitality operator or professional service provider, there is something in the program for everyone. Murray Business Month will bring our business community together to connect, learn and grow, while celebrating everything that makes our region a great place to live, work and invest.
WORKSHOP & EVENTS
forum
Trainee & Apprenticeship
Cross-border employers & aspiring Apprentices & Trainees are invited to attend
Wednesday, October 7
9.00AM - 11.00AM
The Pavilion, 52 Perricoota Road, Moama
drop in
The Welcome Experience
Struggling to attract or retain staff?
Talk to our Local Connector, Jenny Fellows about practical relocation and settlement support available to help attract and retain essential workers in our region.
Thursday, October 8
10.00AM - 3.00PM
Murray River Council Office, 52 Perricoota Road, Moama
workshop
Maximise Your Marketing
This is a FREE workshop for small business owners, community group members and entrepreneurs who want to enhance their marketing and attract more customers. Discover how you can improve your marketing, boost customer engagement and reach.
Tuesday, October 13
5.30PM - 07.30PM
Barook Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Station St, Koondrook
expo
Community & Industry Expo
Showcasing businesses, industries and opportunities in River Country. Over 30 stands, industry panel and ACE radio live broadcast. You don't want to miss this!
THURSDAY, October 15
10.00AM - 2.00PM
Barham Recreation Reserve
panel
Building Brand Stories
A FREE panel event exploring the stories behind the brands we build, the businesses we grow and the way we connect with our customers. Join local brand and marketing experts for a conversation about the power of storytelling in business.
Friday, October 16
7.30AM - 9.00AM
Echuca Hotel, 569 High St, Echuca
workshop
grants
FREE practical content to help you better understand the grants process, improve your applications, and increase their confidence in seeking funding to support business growth and innovation initiatives.
Monday, October 19
12.30PM - 1.30PM
ONLINE
gala
Campaspe Murray Business Awards
The 2026 Campaspe Murray Business Awards honour outstanding local business achievements, showcasing the people and businesses that make our region thrive.
Wednesday, October 21
6.00PM - 10.30PM
Rich River Golf Club,
24 Lane, Moama
workshop
Australian Tourism Data Warehouse
Learn how to transform your listing into a powerful digital marketing channel that boosts your visibility across visitechucamoama.com, visitrivercountrry.com.au, visitvictoria.com, australia.com and many other official tourism & AI platforms.
Tuesday, October 27
1.30PM - 3.30PM
Murray River Council, Office, 52 Perricoota Road, Moama
programs & resources
tafe nsw
Choose your own learning adventure from stackable microskills and microcredentials
To discover fully subsidised, bite-sized, self-directed courses, containing on-demand content, use filter 'Microskill' and click on the links:
MANUFACTURING CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE
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Service NSW Business Bureau’s new Small Business Advisory program
The advisory program gives businesses access to free advice, online resources and events to help them move forward with confidence.
This support is provided by independent advisors who have experience running their own businesses. Advisors can provide support across a range of topics, including business planning, marketing, finance, staffing, artificial intelligence and more.
- Up to four hours of FREE advice in one-on-one sessions held in person, online or over the phone.
- On-demand resources for businesses to learn new skills online at a time that works best for them.
Webinars
MURRAY REGIONAL TOURISM - October Regional Tourism Network Programs
Media & PR Foundations for Tourism
Unlock the power of strategic public relations to amplify your story and attract more visitors.
Wednesday 7 October, 2PM - 3PM
Session 2: Understanding the media landscape
Tourism Data Fundamentals
Unlock the power of visitor insights to track market trends and make smarter business decisions.
Wednesday 14 October, 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Session 2: Tracking visitor mobility and local transaction data to understand regional spending patterns.
Leadership, Systems & Growth
Unlock the power of effective leadership to strengthen your team and drive business growth.
Wednesday 21 October 2026, 9:30AM - 11:00AM
Masterclass 4: Designing high-performing team cultures and establishing clear accountability systems.
Sustainability in Action for Tourism Businesses
Helping tourism businesses reduce costs, strengthen operations and stay competitive.
Book a FREE 15-minute Operator Check-in
Destination Sydney Surrounds South
Adventure Tourism, What Every Adventure Tourism Operator Needs to Know
Facilitated by Destination Sydney Surrounds South, the FREE webinar unpacks the changes to the Australian Adventure Activity Standard (AAAS), and the expectations of operators, insurers and land managers delivering guided walks, kayaking, climbing and other multi-activity adventures.
Wednesday 15 October 2026, 12.00-1.00pm
Destination nsw
Accessible and inclusive webinars
Build practical skills to create more accessible, inclusive experiences that welcome every visitor. This webinar will provide a summary of the webinar series to date, introduce the accessibility toolkit, and showcase the resources available to support visitor economy businesses.
Thursday 22 October, 10.30-11.30am
SAFEWORK NSW
By attending a SafeWork NSW online webinar you may be eligible for the $1,000 Small Business Rebate.
An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Seminar
Tuesday 6 October, 9:30 AM - 10:30AM
Construction Industry Online Work Health and Safety Seminar
Wednesday 14 October, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Seminar
Thursday 22 October, 12:00PM
Workplace Exposure Limits – Are you ready?
Tuesday 27 October, 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Construction Industry Work Health and Safety Seminar
30 October, 8:00 am - 9:30 am
ato
October 2026 one-hour masterclass topics:
Whether you're starting out or already running an established business, these sessions are designed to help you build confidence and stay on track throughout the year – not just at tax time.
- Claiming small business tax deductions
- E-Invoicing
- Cash flow for small business success
- Claiming home-based business tax deductions
- Super guarantee employer obligations
- Recording business income and expenses
- Goods and services tax (GST)
- Using your business money and assets
- Fringe benefits tax (FBT)
- Hiring and paying workers
- Tax time essentials: How to successfully report, pay & lodge correctly
Relocate
Considering a Move to river country?
Join us in the Murray River Council region and enjoy more time, more opportunities, more of the things you love.
Download our New Resident's Kit for all the information on living in our beautiful region.
