Small & Family Business
Supporting businesses to start, grow and succeed, and to connect businesses to the array of government services.

> business.sa.gov.au
Skilled + Business Migration
Providing pathways to living, working or establishing in South Australia.

> migration.sa.gov.au
Supporting Whyalla's Future
Supporting businesses and workers through Whyalla's industrial transformation.

> whyallasupport.sa.gov.au
Export South Australia
Growing exports from South Australia to the world.

> export.sa.gov.au
Invest South Australia
Promoting investment ready opportunities globally.

> invest.sa.gov.au
Brand SA
Celebrating South Australia and supporting all that's local.

> brand.sa.gov.au
Skills SA
Training and education to upskill and meet future workforce needs.

> skills.sa.gov.au
The Alternative
Launching careers and growing opportunities.

> thealternative.sa.gov.au
SA Science Excellence + Innovation Awards
Celebrating the importance of science, research and innovation.

> scienceawards.sa.gov.au

Focus areas
Focus areas
Partnering with business and industry across key focus areas for economic growth in South Australia.
- Manufacturing
  Building a strong and innovative manufacturing sector for South Australia’s continued participation in the global economy.
- Critical Technologies
  Driving economic growth in South Australia through Critical Technologies.
- Startup ecosystem
  Supporting South Australian entrepreneurs to start and scale their businesses.
- Defence Industry Workforce and Skills
  Growing South Australia's workforce to support delivery of complex defence projects.
- Science and research excellence
  Finding opportunities through research, translation and commercialisation.
- Higher and International Education
  Creating a progressive, globally recognised and internationally competitive higher education sector.
- Workforce development and migration
  Supporting South Australia's industry to attract and retain the workforce it needs.
- Small and Family Business
  Supporting South Australia's small and family businesses to operate, grow and succeed.
- Export, Investment and Trade
  Helping attract investment and grow exports in South Australia.
- Skills and training
  Training and education to upskill and meet future workforce needs.
Programs and initiatives
Programs and initiatives
Supporting business and industry through strategic programs, projects and initiatives.
- Algal Bloom Support Package
  Support for business and industry impacted by the Algal Bloom event in South Australia.
- Bringing new skills to South Australia
  Make your next move South Australia.
- Meeting South Australia's workforce demands
  Supplying industries with a skilled workforce.
- Research and Innovation Fund
  Supporting researchers, entrepreneurs and businesses to accelerate their progress through funding from the State Government.
- South Australia's Small Business Strategy
  South Australia's Small Business Strategy 2023-2030 is designed to support small businesses to adapt, grow and succeed, now and into the future.
- South Australia Trade and Investment Strategy to 2030
  Working with business and industry to achieve sustainable growth in an unstable global market.
- Supporting Whyalla's Future
  Support for businesses and workers impacted by the Whyalla Steelworks challenges.
- The Alternative
  The Alternative is a South Australian program changing how people start their careers.
The Department
The Department
Delivering sustainable economic growth and a resilient economy through the development of creative, innovative and productive businesses and industries in South Australia.
- About us
  Find out more about the Department of State Development including Ministers, leadership and people, corporate governance and more.
- Leadership
  Read about our Executive leadership team and the Chief Scientist for South Australia.
- Organisational governance
  Find information relating to Freedom of Information, proactive disclosure and our Reconciliation Action Plan plus more.
- Engagement at DSD
  We engage with industry, all levels of government, the skills and education sector and local communities to inform and shape the development of future projects, policies and strategies.
- Contact us
  Contact the department for general enquiries, complaints or to speak to a business unit representative.
News and Events
News and Events
Explore the latest news, events and insights from South Australia's industry, academia and business community.
- News
  Read all the latest news and updates from the Department for State Development.
- Small business events
  Events for small and family businesses in South Australia.
- SA Science Excellence + Innovation Awards
  Showcasing the critical importance of science, research and innovation to the development of South Australia's industry and society.
- SA Premier’s Business & Export Awards
  Celebrating South Australian businesses and their positive social, environmental and economic impact.
- Industry Impact Video Series
  Watch our video series showcasing the real impact of our initiatives across South Australia’s economy, businesses and industries.
More Sites
More Sites

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School students - Current opportunities

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Supporting the attraction, training and retention of construction workers

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Construction Workforce

School students - Current opportunities

Current opportunities for school students

Doorways2 Construction

This Construction Industry Training Board program, delivered in partnership with the Department for Education, includes industry immersion experiences as well as Flexible Industry Programs and associated advanced skills programs. The program also supports students through purchasing personal protection equipment and financial assistance for driving lessons.

Doorways2Construction

Technical colleges

Building and construction is a focus of Tonsley Technical College, co-located with the Flinders University Factory of the Future. The facility and programs are designed and delivered in partnership with employers, with guaranteed career opportunities for graduates.

Technical colleges

Get in touch about the Construction Workforce Plan

For more information about the Construction Workforce Plan and current opportunities, contact the Department of State Development.

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Partnering with business and industry across key focus areas for economic growth in South Australia.

Supporting business and industry through strategic programs, projects and initiatives.

Delivering sustainable economic growth and a resilient economy through the development of creative, innovative and productive businesses and industries in South Australia.

Explore the latest news, events and insights from South Australia's industry, academia and business community.

School students - Current opportunities

Current opportunities for school students

Doorways2 Construction

Technical colleges

Get in touch about the Construction Workforce Plan

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