
Starting your own business? We’ve got you. Thinking of going out on your own? This session shows you how to set up right from the start.
What you'll get
- Stories from local tradies who’ve done it
- Tips on business setup, managing money, and using tech
- One-on-one chats with experts who can help you take the leap
Who it’s for:
New tradies or anyone thinking about starting a business.
Why come along
You’ll walk away with:
- Real stories from local tradies
- Expert panels and practical workshops
- One-on-one advice from tax experts, Service NSW, TAFE, and council
- Smart tips on quoting, hiring, scheduling, and marketing
- Real networking—no fluff, just useful connections
Lucky Draw Prize
One lucky attendee will win a $200 voucher to spend at a Northern Beaches trades business of their choice - a great way to support local!
To enter just drop your business card into the bowl at the registration table when you arrive (winner must be present to win).
Terms and conditions apply.
What's next?
Planning to start strong? Why not keep the momentum going!
If you're coming to Starting strong, check out our next free event: Stepping up happening on Thursday 31 July at Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, Narrabeen.
Ready to grow? Let’s talk next steps. If you're ready to hire, scale or plan ahead, this session is for you. Book now.
Pricing
Free
Terms and Conditions - Lucky Door Prize, Tools of the Trade
Promoter: Northern Beaches Council, 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099
Eligibility:
- Entry is open to attendees of the Tools of the Trade: Setting Your Business Up for Success event.
- Northern Beaches Council employees or their families are not permitted to enter the competition.
How to Enter:
- To enter, attendees must submit a business card into the designated bowl upon entry.
- Only one entry per person is permitted.
- Entries close at the time of the prize draw during the event.
Prize Details:
- One winner will receive a $200 voucher to a Northern Beaches-based trades business of their choice (not their own business). The voucher cannot be used at the winner’s own business.
- The nominated business must operate within the Northern Beaches Local Government Area.
- The prize is not transferable, refundable or redeemable for cash.
Draw & Winner Notification:
- The winner will be randomly drawn during the event.
- The winner must be present at the time of the draw to claim the prize. If not present, another entry will be drawn.
- The winner’s name may be announced at the event and/or published on Council’s website or social media channels.
General:
- By entering, participants agree to these Terms and Conditions.
- Council reserves the right to amend or cancel the competition at its discretion.
- Council accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury incurred by any participant in connection with the prize or the event.
- Personal information collected will only be used for the purpose of administering this competition, in accordance with Council’s Privacy Policy.