⬤ What’s on
Our events
NTIBN hosts flagship local and national events that draw certified Indigenous-owned businesses and Ally members alongside Territory/Commonwealth officials, industry leaders and investors. These forums showcase success stories, share practical knowledge, and connect businesses with partners and opportunities while addressing issues that affect Indigenous enterprise in the NT. The result: stronger networks, better visibility, and real momentum for Indigenous business growth.
Upcoming events
Blak Business Awards
An evening to honour vision, resilience, and success across Aboriginal businesses.
Celebrate and honour the incredible achievements of Aboriginal businesses on an evening filled with culture, inspiration, and Blak excellence.
AEMEE Conference 2026
AEMEE Conference 2026
After a blockbuster 2025 on Larrakia Country in Darwin, we are heading west to Rubibi/Broome for another gathering of trailblazing voices from our sector.
All key details, including the theme, will be announced very soon. In the meantime, make sure you snap up early bird tickets to secure your spot at the deadliest event on the calendar.
Mick's Cranes Australia Barefoot Business
Barefoot Business – Mick’s Cranes Australia
Join us for an afternoon with Mick’s Cranes Australia as they share their business journey, expansion into Darwin, and the growth of their commercial cleaning business.
Hear firsthand about their achievements, future plans and experience building a successful business.
Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Time: 3:30 pm–5:00 pm
Location: NTIBN Darwin Hub | Level 1 - Building 2 of the Gulf Centre, 116-120 Coonawarra Road, Winnellie NT 0820
Beers and nibbles will be provided.
BuyBlak Market at Alice Plaza
Join us at the NTIBN Buy Blak Market and celebrate the creativity, talent and entrepreneurship of Aboriginal businesses and NTIBN members.
The market will showcase a range of locally made art, products, gifts and unique creations. It is a great opportunity to meet the people behind the businesses, discover something special and directly support our creative members.
The event will coincide with the Alice Springs Night Markets, bringing together businesses, community members and visitors for a vibrant day of shopping and connection.
Why Buy Blak?
Every purchase from an Aboriginal-owned business supports economic independence, creates opportunities and helps strengthen the Blak business sector.
Bring your family and friends, explore the market and support the talented creative members of our community.
Visit Alice Plaza on Friday, 14 August and Buy Blak!
BlakJobs Expo
BlakJobs Expo connects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander jobseekers with employers, training providers and career pathways in one dynamic space.
The event creates meaningful opportunities for employment, education and business growth through real conversations and direct engagement.
We thank our venue sponsor, INPEX for supporting this event and DCOH for community sponsor.
Sip, Paint and Share led by Joanne Nasir
Join us for the NTIBN NAIDOC Sip, Paint & Share with Joanne Nasir, where art becomes a way to connect, reflect and celebrate culture. Paint your own masterpiece, share your stories, connect with community, and enjoy an inspiring afternoon celebrating the strength, creativity and spirit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
NTIBN NAIDOC Breakfast
Join us for our NAIDOC Breakfast on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 at 7:00 AM, Cullen Bay, Darwin.
A morning of connection, culture and celebration.
Supported by City of Darwin and Larrakia Nation.
CERTIFIED MEMBERS EVENT - New Hub Opening and Releasing Findings of BlakPrint Report
New Hub Opening and Releasing Findings of BlakPrint Report
On 1 July, we'll be officially opening our new Darwin Hub in Winnellie and giving members the first look at the findings of the BlakPrint Report.
The new Hub is more than just an office.
It's a space for our members.
A place to drop in for a yarn, hold a meeting, connect with other businesses, get support from the NTIBN team, and hopefully create new opportunities. We wanted a space that was easier to access, closer to industry and major projects, and somewhere our members actually wanted to spend time.
So come and have a look. Have a feed. Catch up with old friends. Meet some new ones.
Alice Springs BLAKjobs Expo
We’re inviting Aboriginal business stallholders to join us for this special day to connect, inspire, and empower our Blak youth with real pathways to employment.
The Blak Jobs Expo is about more than jobs — it’s about creating a space where young people can meet employers, explore career options, and feel confident about their future. It’s where ambition meets opportunity.
💼 Real job opportunities
📚 Training & upskilling pathways
🗣️ Career conversations with real employers
🌱 A space to dream, grow, and thrive
If you're a business, organisation, training provider, school, or community group and want to be involved — we want to hear from you!
Register your interest on the link below:
Blak Jobs Expo | Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network
Parrtjima
Parrtjima is excited to once again host the NTIBN Markets as part of the 2026 festival, taking place on the opening weekend: Friday 10 and Saturday 11 April.
International WOMEN’S DAY MORNING TEA
Join us for a morning tea.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day 🌸
A special morning tea for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business women.
📍 NTIBN Hub, Alice Springs
📅 Friday, 13 March | 9AM
We look forward to celebrating with you. 💜
BLAK JOBS EXPO
NTIBN host many networking and connecting events throughout the year to provide business and employment opportunities for Aboriginal businesses and employment opportunities for Aboriginal businesses, jobseekers, communities and people.
At NTIBN, it is our mission to create a vibrant, innovative and active Blak Business Sector and Economy in the Territory.
This includes unlocking opportunities for Blak employment through fostering connections for Blak jobseekers, direct to deadly employers.
Join us at the Blak Jobs Expo and partner with us.
Blak Jobs Expo | Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network
Announcement:
Due to the extreme weather events currently impacting the Top End, NTIBN has made the decision to postpone the Blak Jobs Expo scheduled for this Thursday.
Read more: Statement from NTIBN CEO | Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network
International Women's Day BLAK Luncheon
This International Women’s Day, we aren’t just having lunch, we are gathering in the spirit of the world’s oldest living culture to celebrate the backbone of our communities, Our Women.
The NTIBN warmly invites our Female Certified Members and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women in Business to our IWD Blak Luncheon. This is a sacred space for us to pause and honour the Matriarchs who lead our families, drive our businesses, and protect our Culture.
It’s time to celebrate our resilience, our leadership, and the unapologetic joy of being a Blak woman.
When: 12pm, Friday 6 March 2026
Where: The Hub
The Vibe: Best Purple outfits. Big energy. Beautiful company.
Book: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../international-womens...
Let’s fill the room with our stories and our strength. We can’t wait to see you there, Sis.
NTIBN Coffee
Kicking off 2026 with our first NTIBN Coffee
NTIBN is pleased to invite our members to our first NTIBN Coffee for 2026 — a relaxed Blak Friday catch-up to welcome everyone back and start the year ahead together.
📅 Friday, 13 February
⏰ 9:00am – 11:00am
Please RSVP for catering purposes:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ntibn-coffee-tickets-1981396617621?aff=oddtdtcreator
We look forward to seeing you there and starting the year together ☕
NTIBN Christmas Coffee - Darwin Hub
Join us for NTIBN Coffee on 10 December at 9am—connect, share a yarn, enjoy morning tea, and wrap up the year with the NTIBN deadly team.
NTIBN Coffee is happening on Wednesday,10 December at 9am—join us for a warm end-of-year gathering with coffee, morning tea, a yarn, and the chance to connect and reflect with members and NTIBN deadly team. We thank our NTIBN Members, Ally Members, Hub Services Clients, Event Supporters and Sponsors for your ongoing support and partnership, which has helped drive growth and positive outcomes across the region this year. As we move into 2026, we look forward to deeper collaboration and continuing to work with and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses across the region.
Katherine NTIBN Coffee
Join us at Finch Cafe located at 20 Katherine Terrace, for a friendly morning with Big Boss Naomi Anstess and Stephen Cardona from our Membership & Advocacy team. It’s the perfect chance to connect, share insights and wrap up the year together.
Annual General Meeting for Members
NTIBN invites all Certified Members (100% Indigenous Owned and Majority Indigenous Owned) to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, 27 November 2025 from 4pm to 6pm.
Alice Springs NTIBN Coffee
Join NTIBN Big Boss Naomi Anstess for a morning yarn and coffee.
Blak Christmas Party
Celebrate the season with festive cheer at NTIBN’s Blak Christmas Party. Dress to dazzle!
NTIBN Survey Week
Visit the NTIBN Darwin Hub between 9am and 4pm, complete the NTIBN Project Survey, and go in the draw to win some amazing prizes!
AEMEE 2025 Annual Conference: Beyond Boundaries
A high-impact, future-focused gathering of the people shaping what’s next in Indigenous enterprise, leadership, and the resource sector.
Blak Business Awards 2025
The Blak Business Awards is dedicated to highlighting and celebrating excellence within the Indigenous business community. This awards ceremony honours the incredible achievements of Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses, showcasing their contributions to the economy and their communities.
AEDF12 - Aboriginal Economic Development Forum 12
The Aboriginal Economic Development Forum, held biennially since 2003, is a large event for Aboriginal businesses and entrepreneurs in Australia to showcase their products and services to key stakeholders.
This successful event provides a valuable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and building partnerships to promote economic development in Aboriginal communities.
NTIBN Barefoot Business - SP Marine & Mechanical
Join NTIBN & SP Marine for a barefoot business yarn & new premises launch!
Rum Jungle Project Information Sessions
Department of Mining and Industry
DME Meeting Lead: Gowan Bush
SESSION 1
9am – 9:30am | Welcome and Project Update
9:30am – 9:50am | Workforce Development
9:50am – 10:10am | BIITE (see program)
10:10am – 10:30am | Economic Development Supports and Opportunities
10:30am – 10:50am | NTIBN/IBA/ BECNT
10:50am – 11am | Questions and closing topics
SESSION B
DME Meeting Lead: Gowan Bush
1pm – 1:30pm | Welcome and Project Update
1:30pm – 1:50pm | Workforce Development
1:50pm – 2:10pm | BIITE (see program)
2:10pm – 2:30pm | Economic Development Supports & Opportunities
2:30pm – 2:50pm | NTIBN/IBA/BECNT
2:50pm – 3pm | Questions
⬤ Regular events
We host a range of recurring events
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Barefoot Business + Blak Coffee
These events provide a platform for members to engage with one another, discuss upcoming developments in policy landscapes and new initiatives, and participate in industry briefings.
These events provide a platform for current and new network members to come together, share experiences, insights, and opportunities in an informal and supportive setting.
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Blak Business Awards
Held annually, the Blak Business Awards is dedicated to highlighting and celebrating excellence within the Indigenous business community. This awards ceremony honours the incredible achievements of Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses, showcasing their contributions to the economy and their communities.
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IBA Business Skills Workshops
IBA offers a range of tailored workshops to assist customers in meeting the challenges faced at each stage of the business life cycle. We are currently offering free online business skills development workshops.
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Member Showcase
Hosted by our members with full NTIBN support, these events spotlight the breadth of Indigenous enterprise in our network. They give Certified Members a lively platform to showcase capability, lift visibility, and win new customers among peers, partners and stakeholders.
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The Aboriginal Economic Development Forum (AEDF)
The Aboriginal Economic Development Forum, held biennially since 2003, is a large event for Aboriginal businesses and entrepreneurs in Australia to showcase their products and services to key stakeholders.
This successful event provides a valuable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and building partnerships to promote economic development in Aboriginal communities.
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Indigenous International Investment + Trade Summit
Bringing Indigenous companies, investors and deal-makers together to unlock global trade and investment across sustainable land management, carbon, renewables, tourism, foods/botanicals and creative industries. Hosted in Darwin—the gateway to the Indo-Pacific—the summit accelerates growth by connecting Indigenous businesses to international markets and capital.
⬤ Sponsor us
Interested in event sponsorship opportunities?
If you are interested in exploring event sponsorship opportunities with NTIBN, we would be happy to discuss your needs and how we can help you achieve your goals. By partnering with NTIBN, you will play an important role in supporting the growth and success of Indigenous businesses and contribute to a brighter future for Indigenous communities.