STRENGTHENING BUSINESS
Programs
Yarpa’s programs have been thoughtfully designed to empower and strengthen the First Nations business sector across New South Wales. Through offerings like Yarpa Grow and Yarpa Regional Pop-Ups, we are committed to nurturing growth and prosperity among Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses. Each program is crafted to provide targeted support, resources, and opportunities to foster development and expansion in diverse business landscapes.
Pictured: Jared Doolan, Doolan Plumbing with Tyson Hubbard & Sarah Bourke, Allpro Plumbing Solutions
- Expressions of Interest 2027
Yarpa Grow
Yarpa Grow is an innovative business accelerator program that will empower and help grow a strong and prosperous First Nations business sector across NSW. The Yarpa Grow program is designed to meet the needs of growing First Nations businesses by building capability and confidence to successfully connect participating businesses to the growing pipeline of procurement opportunities across NSW.
- Applications now closed
Yarpa Ready
Yarpa Ready is our innovative tender readiness program that builds the capability, capacity and competitiveness of First Nations businesses in a bid to position them for success when competing on tenders with major buyers.
Photo credit: Mount Portal Lookout Nepean River Glenbrook Gorge / Nick Cubbin/DCCEEW
- Applications now closed
Caring for Country Business Development Grants Program
The Caring for Country Business Development Grant Program supports Aboriginal-owned businesses to build capacity and become tender-ready for opportunities linked to the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan (CPCP).
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- Save the Date: 22nd October 2026
Meet the Buyer Event
Join us in October for our signature annual event, where First Nations businesses can connect with potential buyers through quick, impactful meetings. Mark your calendars for this key opportunity!
- Contact below for upcoming locations
Deliver Better Outcomes
This project aims to increase the number of Aboriginal businesses providing goods and services to Local Government. This will be achieved through the transformation of a current Aboriginal procurement practices, whilst strengthening the capability, capacity and competitiveness of Aboriginal businesses that operate within the Campbelltown LGA.
- Contact below for upcoming locations
Yarpa Regional Pop-ups
During 2024 Yarpa Business Coaches will be popping up in various locations across New South Wales. This will be an opportunity for those who have a business idea or established First Nations businesses to meet with one of our highly skilled Yarpa business coaches, free of charge.
