A message from our Chair
Edwin Johnstone
Small businesses are the backbone of our community, and as we move into 2026, I’m proud that at Business Greater Hobart, we can support, connect, and advocate for the people who are the cornerstone of our local economy.
Our inaugural Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards in August have already attracted strong backing. All award categories are now fully sponsored, reflecting the incredible support from our business community.
If your organisation would like to connect with Hobart’s vibrant small business sector, there are still partnership opportunities available. I look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming events, workshops, and expos this year.
Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards
The Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards celebrate the people, operators, and teams who drive our city’s small business community.
Our inaugural awards will be held on Saturday 15th August, recognizing innovation, resilience, and outstanding service in Hobart’s vibrant local business ecosystem.
Details: businessgreaterhobart.com.au/awards
Tasmanian Small Business Expo 2026
Business Greater Hobart will be hosting a stall at the upcoming Tasmanian Small Business Expo on Thursday 19 March at Hobart City Hall.
The Tasmanian Small Business Expo is designed to give small business owners, entrepreneurs, and supporters what they need most: practical insights, meaningful connections, and access to resources that make running a business easier.
Digital Strategy Essentials: Finding New Customers Online
If you’ve ever felt like you should be doing more online but aren’t sure where to focus your efforts, this workshop on Thursday 12th March is for you.
Brought to you by Business Tasmania, in partnership with City of Hobart and Digital Solutions, this workshop is the second event in Business Tasmania’s 2026 digital support program.
Details: www.eventbrite.com.au
Van Dieman Pet Expo – Hobart’s First Dedicated Pet Market
Tasmanians love their pets – it’s part of our DNA. Yet, for too long, Hobart’s incredible pet-focused entrepreneurs and innovators haven’t had a place to call home.
Ernie’s Bites is launching a curated, monthly market experience designed to showcase the very best of Hobart’s pet businesses, ranging from gourmet treats and artisanal accessories to world-class training and wellness services.
Our first market is on 29th March 2026, 9:00am – 1:30pm at Long Beach Reserve, Sandy Bay.
Details: van-diemans-pet-market
Hobart and Southern Tasmania Employment & Careers Expo
Presented by Glenorchy Jobs Hub on Tuesday 24th March, the expo is the premier Tasmanian careers and employment event. We are a free event promoting employment, training, support services and career pathways across the greater Southern Tasmania region.
How to Get Started in Business – Online Workshop
Do you have a business idea but aren’t sure where to start? Or have you recently launched your business and want to make sure you’ve covered all the essentials?
Join Fleur Bourke, an experienced business advisor delivering the Tasmanian Government’s New Business Support Pilot Program, as she walks you through the key steps involved in starting a business.
Prepare Early for the Upcoming Change
A major change to the way businesses pay superannuation is on the horizon, and now is the time to prepare. From 1 July 2026, employers must pay their employees’ super guarantee on payday, at the same time salary or wages are paid.
TCCI Membership via BGH
Did you know? As part of the Tasmanian Chamber Alliance, all financial members of CGHB automatically receive a Subsidiary base-level membership of the TCCI, valued at $440.
Welcome New Members
BCMC Safety Solutions
BCMC Safety Solutions is a professional safety & compliance company that deals exclusively with the Real Estate Industry.
They specialise in the installation and maintenance of residential safety solutions. BCMC is all about making agents lives easier and tenants lives safer.
Century 21 Stellar Group
Century 21 Stellar Group is a people-first real estate agency proudly servicing Greater Hobart. They believe home is central to how you live, and are committed to making every property journey positive and rewarding.
Led by Alison Rogers, with over 37 years of leadership and relationship-building experience, their close-knit team offers residential sales, developments and property management across homes, lifestyle properties and rural estates.
Gloo Advertising
They are a creative agency that makes brands, websites, and campaigns. Based in nipaluna / Hobart, their team of brand and digital specialists help clients move forward with clear strategy, strong positioning, creative branding and campaigns.
They are a collaborative bunch that love problem-solving and helping you find your presence in the market (both online and offline). Data driven, scalable and results focused.
Become a Member of BGH
Annual membership is just $55 and includes:
- Subsidiary TCCI membership (Value $440).
- Advocacy to Local and State Governments on your behalf.
- Discounted rates for networking events.
- Promotion of your business on our website.
- Opportunities to market your business to other members.
- Regular online newsletters with news, updates, and resources.