October is Small Business Month
Support local. Grow together. Celebrate small.
Let’s make Small Business Month 2025 the best one yet — for you, for your business, and for our community.
Proudly presented by the Micro Business Forum (MBF), Port Macquarie
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Small businesses are the heartbeat of our local community. They bring innovation, personality, and passion to every business, every street, market stall, and online store. That’s why October is all about celebrating and supporting the small business heroes who keep our region thriving.
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Whether you’re a long-time business owner, just starting out, or simply love supporting local, MBF invites you to join us for two exciting events designed to connect, empower, and inspire.
Supporting Media Partner
Feature Story by Brilliant-Online Exclusive to MBF Members
If chosen by our media partner Brilliant-Online, your business story may be featured and distributed to 13,000 Brilliant Subscribers and 44,000 Facebook Group Members.
FREE EVENT 1
Coffee Connect
Small Business Month Edition
Thursday 9 October | 10:00am
The Little Shack, Port Macquarie
Free to attend | Pay for your own coffee
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Join us for a relaxed and friendly morning by the water as we connect with other micro business owners, freelancers, side hustlers and local supporters.
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Make new connections
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Share your business journey
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Enjoy coffee and conversation that actually fuels your day
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This isn’t networking the awkward way. This is community, connection and real support.
FREE EVENT 2
MBF Mini Expo
Wednesday 15 October | From 5:30pm
Innovation Hub, CSU Port Macquarie (Building 802)
Gold Coin Donation | Open to Public​
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This is your chance to explore and support Port Macquarie’s most passionate micro business owners, all under one roof!
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Shop local products and services
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Meet the faces behind the businesses
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Be inspired by real stories of courage, creativity and resilience
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Enjoy some finger food
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Hear from Edgard Lopez on “How to Think Strategically About Your Business”
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MBF Members: Book a free expo table to showcase your products or services and get promoted via our social media and email network.
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Non-members: Come along, meet other business owners, and enjoy the evening with finger food.
Why Join MBF?
For over 22 years, the Micro Business Forum has supported solo operators, home-based businesses, creatives, consultants, and early-stage entrepreneurs across the Mid North Coast.
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Membership is just $70/year. Less than dinner for two, and includes:
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Professional development
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Speaking and promotion opportunities
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Business support, mentoring and exclusive workshops
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Promotion of your business on social media, emails and website
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A vibrant, friendly community that truly gets the micro business journey
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We’re not just about networking. We’re about helping you grow with confidence.​