Grow Local Program

30/03/2026

Meet Baby Massage by Anna - our March Grow Local Business in the Spotlight!

🔶Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what your business does?
Hi, I’m Anna, an occupational therapist and Infant massage consultant and the owner of Baby Massage by Anna. I’ve been running baby massage classes over the past year in SA and recently moved up here at the start of this year where I’m now hoping to build my business locally. I run small, relaxed group classes for parents and their babies from birth to pre-crawling. In the sessions, I guide parents through gentle baby massage techniques and teach them the strokes step-by-step, so they can confidently massage their own baby. Alongside the techniques, we also talk about things like sleep, digestion and settling, but a big focus is on connection, confidence, and creating a calm, supportive space for both baby and parent.

🔶What led you to connect with KDCCI’s Grow Local program?
When I started my business, I realised quickly that while I felt confident in running the classes side of things, I wanted more support with the business side. Things like marketing, systems and knowing what steps to take next felt a bit overwhelming. I was actually recommended the Grow Local program by another local businesswoman who spoke really highly of it, and it felt like a great fit being something that supports local businesses and connects you with people who understand what it’s like starting out.

🔶What kind of support have you received through Grow Local, and how has it helped your business so far?
It’s been really helpful having access to practical advice and support around setting things up and promoting my classes. I’ve also found it really valuable being connected with other local business owners and feeling like I’m not doing it all on my own. Carly has been amazing; she has definitely made the whole process feel a lot more manageable and given me more confidence moving forward.

🔶What’s next for your business over the next 12 months?
Over the next 12 months I’m really looking to grow and expand the business. At the moment I'll be running classes one day a week, but I’d love to build that up to a couple of days as things grow. Hopefully over the next 12 months I might start to think about offering 1:1 private sessions alongside the group classes and possibly changing the structure a little to better suit different families. My focus is to keep creating a really welcoming, supportive space for parents, while making baby massage more flexible and accessible.

If you'd like to find out how Grow Local can support your business, visit our website https://kdcci.com.au/grow-local

06/03/2026

Aspen Living's Twilight Market is shaping up to be a great night of local stalls, family fun and good community vibes. It’s all about celebrating our local makers, small businesses and the people who make our region what it is.

Local businesses: this is a great opportunity to showcase what you do, connect with the community and meet new customers. If you’ve got products, handmade goods, food, or something unique to share, consider jumping in as a vendor.

Community members: bring the family, grab a bite to eat, wander through the stalls and support the incredible local businesses in our region.

We’d love to see lots of Grow Local businesses involved and plenty of locals coming along to support them 💛

We’re getting excited for our ✨Twilight Market✨ Friday 20 March, 5pm–7:30pm, as we celebrate Harmony Week🎉 — and this is your last chance to be part of it!

EOI's close this coming Friday 6 March. Please email manager@aspenkarratha.com.au to register your business.

03/03/2026

🚨Payday Super is coming – 1 July 2026. Is your business ready?

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super at the same time as salary and wages. That means changes to payroll processes, cash flow management and compliance obligations.

Through our Grow Local Program, we’re delivering a practical 3-part workshop series to help you prepare with confidence — no jargon, just real scenarios, checklists and clear action steps you can apply immediately.

Delivered by ITP - Accounting Professionals & Seneco, the series covers:
- Session 1 – Super Reform & Compliance
Understand your new obligations, compliance risks and immediate next steps.
- Session 2 – Charting a Path Through Super Reform
Build a practical roadmap, identify payroll gaps and clarify team/adviser roles.
- Session 3 – Business Super Strategies
Learn how to use super as a strategic tool — especially if you’re thinking about succession or exit.

If you’re a payroll administrator, small business owner, sole trader or director — this series is designed for you.

Be proactive. Be prepared. Be compliant.

👉 Register now to secure your place: https://kdcci.glueup.com/event/super-smart-superannuation-compliance-cashflow-strategy-for-smes-158438/

27/02/2026

Pilbara Vet Care, led by locally born and raised Dr Katy Davis, is a mobile veterinary service offering compassionate, professional animal care throughout the Pilbara region of Western Australia, including Karratha, Dampier, Wickham, Roebourne, Point Samson, Onslow and Pannawonica.

Dr Katy provides a wide range of services for small animals, such as vaccinations, health checks, parasite control, diagnostic testing, behavioural consultations, palliative care, and peaceful in-home goodbyes. Dr Katy also provides veterinary services for the thoroughbred race and rodeo season throughout the wider Pilbara.

Beyond clinical Veterinary care, Pilbara Vet Care supports wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, offers consultancy and educational programs, works with government and local councils on animal health programs.

New patients are welcome, and care is delivered in the comfort of your own home.

Learn more here: https://www.pilbaravetcare.com.au/

18/02/2026

🚨 Small business owners… payday super is coming from 1 July. Are you ready?

Super reform is about to change how you manage payroll and cash flow. Instead of panic-Googling at 10pm on 30 June, come get practical clarity.

The next Grow Local Workshop is about the Super reform and is designed specifically for small businesses.

In plain English, we’ll cover:
✔️ What’s changing and what it means for you
✔️ How to avoid compliance traps and penalties
✔️ How to prepare your payroll systems
✔️ How to actually use super as a wealth-building tool

Because super shouldn’t just be something you pay and forget. It can be part of your long-term strategy, especially if you’re thinking about succession or exit down the track.

If you process payroll yourself, oversee payroll, or you’re the “everything person” in your business… this one’s for you.

👉 Register now

From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay their employees' superannuation guarantee at the same time as their salary and wages. This workshop series will provide small business owners or payroll administrators a confident and clear plan of action to ensure they manage payroll, cashflow and...

12/02/2026

Strategy Day at KDCCI 🤝

Today the KDCCI team is working behind the scenes to strengthen how we promote, support, advocate and connect with our valued members.

If you’re trying to call us, we apologise that we may miss you. Please flick us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

11/02/2026

Empowered Wellbeing Services – The Pilbara’s local workplace wellbeing consultants.

They support businesses to manage psychosocial risks in the workplace using practical, evidence based strategies aligned with WHS requirements. Their tailored wellbeing programs are designed to suit the unique needs of each business and industry, helping organisations build stronger teams, improve productivity and create positive workplace cultures.

Having dedicated wellbeing initiatives shows your people and future talent that you are genuinely committed to providing a safe and supportive environment. Empowered Wellbeing Services helps businesses lead mentally healthy workplaces that people are proud to be part of.

Book a free consultation, online or in person, via
👉 www.empoweredwellbeingservices.com.au

05/02/2026

‼️IMPORTANT WORKSHOP UPDATE‼️
Our Cultural Awareness Training workshop has been postponed to later in the year.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and really appreciate your understanding. Anyone who registered will be offered first preference to rebook once a new date is confirmed.

29/01/2026

The next round of the City's Take Your Business Online Grant is now open and is designed to help local businesses improve their digital presence. This could support things like a new or upgraded website, online booking systems, e-commerce, or digital marketing.

If you are interested in applying but are not sure where to start, Grow Local can help. You can book a free session with Carly to talk through your idea, check eligibility, and get support pulling your application together.

If you have been meaning to improve how your business shows up online, this grant could be a great opportunity. Book with Carly here: 8aea142126c64466907c43b004e6a670@kdcci.com.au/meetingtype/QrPJ3OInZUWvWuCblVtFlg2?anonymous&ep=mlink" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/8aea142126c64466907c43b004e6a670@kdcci.com.au/meetingtype/QrPJ3OInZUWvWuCblVtFlg2?anonymous&ep=mlink

Are you a local business owner?

Applications for our next round of Take Your Business Online grants will close on Saturday 28 February 2026!

This grant provides eligible businesses up to $5,000 (excluding GST) per business, matched dollar for dollar, to enhance their digital capabilities and marketing efforts.

Last financial year the City supported 23 businesses through the program providing over $85,000 for projects ranging from content creation, social media campaigns to website upgrades and search engine optimisation.

Applications can be submitted at any time through the year. The next assessment round will close 5pm Saturday 28 February 2026 and any applications received up to this time will be assessed. For more information and to apply visit: https://karratha.wa.gov.au/community/grants-and-funding/business-grants/take-your-business-online

10/12/2025

04/12/2025

Our Elf was back on the grind today, meeting with Carly from to pitch his latest festive venture: Elf-Made Candy Cane Co. 🍭✨

Rumour has it he even brought prototypes to sweeten the deal!

He’s keen to explore local opportunities and learn how to grow his idea right here in Karratha.

Big thanks to Carly at for supporting entrepreneurs of every size, even the smallest and cheekiest. 💼🎄

27/11/2025

✨ The RED Grants deadline is coming in hot - kinda like a fresh latte from Lo's. ☕️🔥 (9 Jan, don’t miss it!)

If you’ve got a project brewing, now’s the time to throw your hat in the ring - just like Lo’s Café did in 2024, scoring funding to help fuel their fab expansion.

Your business could be next.

If you need a letter of support, reach out to the KDCCI team. For any extra guidance, you can also get in touch with Carly, our Grow Local Program Manager.

Go on… back yourself. 🚀