Illawarra Indigenous Business Expo 2026

The Illawarra Indigenous Business Expo is a community-led event celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, culture, creativity and connection.

Come along with family and friends, meet local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners, and explore a diverse range of stalls showcasing handmade products, creative work, professional services and more.

Whether you're looking to discover something new, support Indigenous businesses, connect with local entrepreneurs or simply spend the day with community, everyone is welcome.

More than a market

The Expo is about more than buying and selling. It creates a space for connection, visibility and opportunity - celebrating the strength, resilience and growing success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enterprise across the Illawarra.

It is an opportunity for the community to meet the people behind the businesses, hear their stories, discover their work and support Indigenous-owned businesses.

For corporate, government and procurement professionals

The Expo is also an opportunity to connect directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses and explore opportunities for meaningful commercial relationships.

Meet local business owners, discover products and services, identify potential suppliers and build relationships that can contribute to stronger Indigenous procurement and social impact outcomes.

Whether your organisation is developing its Indigenous procurement approach, looking to diversify its supply chain or simply wanting to build stronger relationships with Indigenous businesses, the Expo provides a welcoming and accessible place to start those conversations.

Come along and support Indigenous business

Bring your family, invite your colleagues and share the event with your networks.

Everyone is welcome.

📅 Friday 23 October 2026
📍 Novotel North Wollongong

Please note: This ticket is for professionals & community members wanting to attend the event as a visitor.

Want to showcase your business?

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander business and would like to showcase your products or services at the Expo, you can apply to become an exhibitor or stallholder here:

Apply to become an exhibitor or stallholder

Interested in supporting the Expo?

We welcome organisations who want to support Indigenous business and contribute to the success of the Expo.

If your organisation would like to become a sponsor or event partner, find out more here:

Become an event partner

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors and partners

The Illawarra Indigenous Business Expo is made possible through the support of organisations that recognise the importance of Indigenous business, economic participation and strong community connections.

We extend our sincere thanks to our 2026 sponsors and partners for supporting this event and helping us create opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses to connect, grow and thrive.

Thank you to our 2026 partners

The Illawarra Indigenous Business Expo is made possible through the support of organisations committed to strengthening Indigenous business, economic participation and community connection.

We are proud to acknowledge and thank our 2026 partners:

Major Partners
• Wollongong Council
• Curijo
• Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation
• Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Community Champion Partners
• BlueScope
• Wollongong Strata Management
• Yilbara
• Indigenous Business Australia (IBA)

All Star Ally Partners
• TagTeam
• Many Rivers

Your support helps us bring Indigenous businesses, community, industry and organisations together and contributes to a stronger Indigenous business ecosystem across the Illawarra.

Thank you for backing Indigenous business.

Contact the host of Illawarra Indigenous Business Expo