Briefcase: Business Snippets from around South Australia
In this week’s Briefcase, the takeover of Clean Seas progresses and a new line of wines from Richard Hamilton Wines. Plus the latest business events.
- SA to support international allied aircraft fleet
- G’day group promises new jobs for First Nations peoples at Wilpena Pound Resort
- Clean Seas takeover moves forward
- Green iron production patent submitted by Magnetite Mines
- One of SA’s oldest wine families releases Lineage range
- Nanosatellites launched by SA-based global connectivity company
- New flexible work spaces open on Leigh Street and Greenhill Road
- Drakes joins Royal Adelaide Show as official presenting partner
SA to support international allied aircraft fleet
American and New Zealand aircraft are set to undergo specialist maintenance upgrades at the Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility (DMMF) adjacent to RAAF Base Edinburgh.
The United States Navy’s MQ-4C Triton aircraft fleet (unmanned aerial vehicles) will undergo comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul while the New Zealand Defence Force has also confirmed a similar intent for their fleet of P-8A Poseidon aircraft (patrol aircraft based on the Boeing 737-800).
South Australian Treasurer Stephen Mullighan says the DMMF facility would “strengthen opportunities for local supply chains” and “attract more defence projects and add further jobs to SA’s growing aerospace sector”.
The servicing will inject up to $160 million into the local economy and will create and sustain 80 highly skilled jobs across Adelaide. The DMMF base is expected to be completed by mid-2026.
G’day group promises new jobs for First Nations peoples at Wilpena Pound Resort
Having bought the Wilpena Pound Resort last year from the Adnyamathanha Traditional Lands Association (ATLA) and Indigenous Business Australia (IBA), the G’day Group said it will deliver meaningful benefits to the Adnyamathanha people, the Traditional Custodians of the land.
“We have an exciting vision for Wilpena Pound Resort and an ambition to evolve it into a globally renowned tourism asset,” G’day Group Chief Executive Officer Grant Wilckens said.
“Importantly, we recognise that we have huge responsibility to this remarkable property and we are excited to build a strong and collaborative relationship with the Adnyamathanha community.”
G’day Group will provide two guaranteed annual apprenticeships and traineeships for Aboriginal employees and has announced a range of current job vacancies, including hospitality, retail, tour guide and management roles.
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Wilckens told InDaily that all staff employed at the resort before and during the change of hand, have been offered ongoing positions.
G’day has proposed a $5 million investment into the resort over the next three years
“This is the first of what will be an ongoing capital improvement strategy [of $20 million] that will be funded by G’day Group,” Wilckens said.
The park’s accommodation facilities will be upgraded first along with a marketing campaign across G’day’s extensive customer database to promote visitors to the area.
Clean Seas takeover moves forward
The independent committee of directors (IBC) of Yellowtail Kingfish business Clean Seas has unanimously backed Yumbah Aquaculture’s proposed takeover of the company.
As such, Clean Seas has entered into a Scheme Implementation Deed with Yumbah under which shareholders will receive 14 cents per share or one new unlisted Yumbah share for every 3.1429 CSS shares held.
“The merger of Clean Seas and Yumbah represents a strategic alignment that enhances operational capabilities, market reach, and long-term growth potential,” IBC member Katelyn Adams said.
“By combining expertise in aquaculture and sustainable seafood production, the combined entity will be well-positioned as a leading provider in Australia’s aquaculture industry.”
Green iron production patent submitted by Magnetite Mines
South Australian prospective miner Magnetite Mines has submitted a provisional patent for its proprietary saline water floatation method, enabling the production of Direct Reduction grade iron ore concentrates suitable for green iron production using saline water.
Magnetite Mines said the process was developed in-house and allows for magnetite ore processing without the need for fresh water, removing the need for a large-scale coastal desalination plant.
“The ability to process our ores with saline water offers a significant environmental and cost advantage, while our continued focus on DR-grade product development positions Magnetite Mines at the forefront of global steel decarbonisation,” managing director Tim Dobson said.
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Official AFL Gather Round Business Lunch: Presented by the AFL and the South Australian Business Chamber, the lunch brings together the AFL industry and the wider South Australian business community on 11 April. William Buck 2025 CFO Summit: The summit will address pressing issues facing businesses, like AI and ESG, as well as discuss the state and national economy on 14 May at the Adelaide Oval. AI Day: Digital Adelaide is hosting its first AI Day, dedicated to all things artificial intelligence, at The Drive on May 16, 2025. 2025 AEDA Business Summit, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas will attend the summit and will be joined by a stellar lineup of business leaders and industry experts on 20 May at the Adelaide Oval. Mastering Marketing: The Australian Marketing Institute is bringing together some of South Australia’s top Chief Marketing Officers for a one-day seminar on 21 May at The Drive. SA: State Budget Lunch: The Property Council’s State Budget Lunch, a highlight on the organisation’s events calendar, will be held on June 11, 2025, at Adelaide Oval. |
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One of SA’s oldest wine families releases Lineage range
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With the harvest of 2025 completed ahead of the Easter period, Richard Hamilton Wines will launch a set of wines including a Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz from McLaren Vale, and a Pinot Gris from the Adelaide Hills.
The Hamilton’s are one of the first winemaking families in South Australia with 188 years and six generations of uninterrupted winemaking. The black and white photographs on the labels of the Lineage set depict significant moments in the Richard Hamilton’s history.
The ‘Lot 148’ McLaren Vale Merlot commemorates the section of land straddling the Sturt River in Marion where Richard Hamilton planted what is arguably South Australia’s first vineyard for winemaking.
The ‘Les Collines’ Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris depicts a member of the Australian Women’s Land Army formed during World War II to combat rising labour shortages in the farming sector, as a consequence of the nation diverting agricultural labour to build up its armed forces.
The Richard Hamilton Lineage wines, together with the greater brand range can be tasted at the McLaren Vale cellar door.
Nanosatellites launched by SA-based global connectivity company
Four Low Earth Orbit (LEO) nanosatellites with 5G network capabilities were launched by Adelaide-based satellite connectivity provider Myriota, in partnership with US-based space infrastructure company Spire.
These satellites strengthen Myriota’s global Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity options used for devices with network capabilities. Each weigh roughly 6 kg and are about the size of a loaf of bread.
“Our networks can now support tens of millions of IoT connections around the globe,” Myriota CEO Ben Cade said.
“The company’s customers and partners around the world are already tracking, locating, and monitoring assets including water tanks, vehicles, wind turbines, shipping containers, and equipment and tools.”
These nanosatellites are in the process of being onboarded following their launch on 14th March on SpaceX’s Transporter-13 mission, with more launches set to expand their constellation throughout the year.
New flexible work spaces open on Leigh Street and Greenhill Road
International Workplace Group, the world’s largest provider of hybrid working solutions, is opening two new workspaces in Adelaide, situated on Greenhill Road in Wayville and Leigh Street.
Following new partnership agreements with Ginos Group property developers, these new locations are part of a drive by International Workplace Group to meet the rising demand for flexible working space.
At 2348 sqm, the Wayville location on 2-3 Greenhill Road includes private offices, meeting rooms, co-working, creative and event spaces, meeting rooms, breakout areas and a business club.
The Leigh St location is 1491 sqm and is expected to open in April this year. The turn-of-the-century heritage building consists of four storeys, with facilities including event spaces for networking, meeting rooms, breakout areas and a business club.
Drakes joins Royal Adelaide Show as official presenting partner
As part of the new three-year partnership, Drakes Supermarkets will be the Official Presenting and Retail Ticketing Partner of the Royal Adelaide Show, providing attendees options to purchase their tickets at any of Drakes’ 46 stores across South Australia.
Drakes will also sponsor the Taste SA Pavillion, showcasing South Australian food and drink, as well as children’s cookery competitions and a nightly fireworks display for the duration of the Show.
“The Royal Adelaide Show and Drakes share a strong bond with South Australia, both committed to celebrating the best our state has to offer,” Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA CEO Will Rayner said.
The Royal Adelaide Show will be held from Saturday, 30 August, to Sunday, 7 September 2025. Tickets will be available for purchase from Friday, 1 August.
