"My business partner and I wanted to take a moment to highlight a fantastic program that Wollondilly Council has been running, which has made a significant impact on local business owners in the area. The team behind this program, led by Kim, Sarah, and Amanda, has been absolutely exceptional. These ladies are truly standout employees, and their work is a major factor in how Wollondilly Council stands out above all the other councils we work with.

Their approach to supporting local businesses goes beyond expectations, and we’ve been consistently impressed by the level of professionalism, dedication, and genuine care they show. From their website to their presence at networking functions and involvement in the local business community, they’ve created an environment that fosters growth and collaboration. Frankly, we’re not sure where to even begin when it comes to other councils - Wollondilly’s level of engagement and support is unmatched.

In fact, we were so impressed by their efforts that we decided to take out a membership at WorkLife Picton, just to gain access to their additional services and resources. We’ve been telling other business owners about the great work they’re doing and actively encouraging them to connect with Kim, Sarah, and Amanda. Their work has had such a positive impact on our business, and we want others to benefit from that support as well.

We simply wanted to recognise what a great bunch of women they are and how they’ve truly elevated Wollondilly Council’s reputation. It’s an absolute pleasure to work with them". 

"Sarah, it was so lovely meeting you! Thank you for spending some time with me yesterday. I appreciate it! 
I’ve completed my website last night and I’ve updated google with the description and photos". 

"We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Wollondilly Council for their continued support in uplifting and promoting local businesses through their social media platforms. A special thank you to Sarah and Amanda for their dedicated efforts".

"For several years now, the Western Sydney Business Centre has had the privilege of partnering with Wollondilly Shire Council, in particular, Business Wollondilly to support the growth, resilience and success of small businesses across the Wollondilly Shire. 

This ongoing collaboration has proven to be a strong example of what can be achieved when local government and business support services work together to back local business.

Through our delivery of the NSW Government's Business Connect program, we’ve been able to bring high-quality, personalised business advice to Wollondilly's business community. 

Thanks to the proactive and enthusiastic support of Business Wollondilly, we’ve consistently been able to deliver one-on-one business advisory sessions—both face-to-face and online—tailored to the unique needs of businesses in the area. 

These sessions cover everything from financial planning and business structures to marketing strategies and navigating challenges, and have been instrumental in helping local operators build confidence and capability.

Our partnership has also made it possible to run a series of targeted workshops and webinars specifically for Wollondilly businesses. With the backing of Business Wollondilly, we’ve delivered engaging events such as:

• “Financial Literacy” face-to-face workshops, helping business owners get on top of their numbers in the lead-up to tax time;
• “Smarten Up Your Socials” webinars, offering practical time-saving tips for better social media management; and
• “Side Hustle to Thriving Business with AI” sessions, showing how AI can be harnessed to drive small business growth.

These workshops have consistently been well received and well attended, thanks to the trust Business Wollondilly has built within the local community and their commitment to accessible, high-impact learning opportunities.

We’ve also worked closely with Business Wollondilly on “Lunch & Learn” sessions, providing bite-sized, actionable training in an informal setting—great for networking as well as upskilling. Their team is always willing to promote and host these events, making it easy for us to focus on content delivery.

Beyond our direct service delivery, Business Wollondilly has played an essential role in connecting local businesses to broader state and federal initiatives. Their ability to link business owners to grants, programs, and professional networks has added significant value to our own services. Whether it’s helping a café owner explore council voucher programs or encouraging a tourism operator to register with the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, Business Wollondilly is always looking for ways to open doors for local businesses.

We also appreciate how the team makes use of local communication channels to promote advisory sessions, workshops, raise awareness of business support opportunities, and celebrate local success stories. Their commitment to championing Wollondilly businesses is clear in everything they do.

In summary, our partnership with Business Wollondilly has been a rewarding and impactful one. 

Their dedication to empowering small businesses and fostering a supportive economic environment aligns perfectly with our mission at the Western Sydney Business Centre. 

We look forward to continuing to work alongside them to support Wollondilly’s business community for many years to come".

"Amanda was amazing and helped me get a free Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) listing up.

Definitely get on board. It costs nothing and will help put Wollondilly on the map as a destination in NSW". 

"I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the March Wilton Business Network meeting! 

It was wonderful to see both familiar faces and some new attendees, and we truly appreciate your participation.

We are also grateful to Sarah and Amanda from Wollondilly Shire Council for sharing such important information about the Business Wollondilly and Visit Wollondilly initiatives. 

The resources and support available through these programs are fantastic for local businesses, and we’re lucky to have you in our community!"

Wollondilly Women in Business is deeply grateful to Wollondilly Shire Council and Business Wollondilly for their ongoing encouragement, generous support, and active involvement in our community events. Their commitment to promoting our initiatives, especially their valued sponsorship of International Women’s Day, has made a lasting impact. Their partnership continues to inspire and empower our work, and we truly appreciate their dedication to fostering community connection and celebration. 

Thank you for empowering local women and strengthening our community.