Tendering – Top Ten Tips Webinar
Discover the top ten tendering tips that will help your business stand out and be compliant in competitive procurement.
Queensland
04
Feb
05
Feb
Manufacturers Networking Event
Kick off the new year by catching up with fellow manufacturers, sharing insights, and building new relationships.
Relax by the river at RedDog Riverfront as you ease into the long weekend and enjoy complimentary food and drinks as you network with industry peers.
The Mackay Manufacturing Hub program of events through to June 30 will be released, including an update on the new Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grant, and how regional manufacturing business can get involved in the Queenland Manufacturing delegation to *Australian Manufacturing Week!
05
Feb
BBMC February Netwroking Luncheon
The Bowen Basin Mining Club’s bi-monthly luncheon events give you a front-row seat to major industry insights.
06
Feb
RIN Industry Briefing
10
Feb
Capability Statement Webinar
Learn how to create a professional Capability Statement showcasing your business strengths and positions you for tendering success.
12
Feb
Intelligent Automation: AI’s Role in Modern Manufacturing
Join us for a practical 1 hour workshop with Presenters from ARM Hub, designed specifically for manufacturing leaders to:
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Learn why AI matters to your operations and future growth
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Understand what AI adoption means for your business
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Discover the first actionable steps you can take today.
24
Feb
METS & More: Diversification Forum
The METS & MORE Diversification Forum is set to explore workable solutions for regional METS manufacturers to unlock new markets, leverage specialised skills, and drive long-term growth — grounded in the Greater Whitsunday region’s own strategic vision for diversification.
26
Feb
2026 Mayor’s Breakfast
This is a chance for local businesses to network, hear from Mayor Vea Vea, Isaac Business Chamber and an expert panel on key industry insights and opportunities for the Isaac Region.
02
Mar
Mastering Microsoft 365
Diving deeper into Excel’s capabilities, this session looks at data analysis tools, formatting, and creating visual tools to make your data shine.
02
Mar
Microsoft Word
Revisit a classic program, and discover the features and updates that make it a far more useful tool in your tech stack these days. Get to grips with document basics, and see how to build your skills to produce professional, functional, and consistent documentation that you can be proud of sending out.
04
Mar
Automation and AI Workshop
Demystify automation and AI, removing the complexity and confusion to understand how tools already inside Word, Outlook and Teams can significantly reduce the time and energy spent on repetitive (but important) tasks.
04
Mar
Microsoft Outlook Workshop
So much more than ‘just’ email! Outlook is a powerhouse for productivity and efficiency, across email management, calendar organisation, and task scheduling.
05
Mar
Collaboration and the Cloud
Understand how to safely manage your files and information, work with others (both inside and outside of your organisation), and ensure that information is accessible using SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
05
Mar
Australian Government Procurement for Suppliers workshop
This session is intended as an introductory session to help potential suppliers understand how to participate in Australian Government procurement and contracting opportunities.
06
Mar
RIN International Women’s Day
Resource Industry Network continues to celebrate successful women each year through our International Women’s Day Business Lunch. This annual signature event features inspirational leaders and diversity champions who share insights into their careers, the importance of inclusion, and how to create balance.
12
Mar
Building your best tender response supplier workshop
This session will provide businesses with practical steps for developing stronger tender responses and build their understanding of the process for lodging a tender submission.
16
Mar
Mackay Robotic/Cobot Roadshow
This roadshow brings together technology providers and industry specialists to share honest insights into how robots and cobots are being used today, how Australia compares with leading international markets, and where automation genuinely adds value, and where it doesn’t.
Alongside live demonstrations, the day is designed to encourage open discussion around capability, limitations, return on investment, skills, and implementation pathways, with plenty of time for questions, conversation, and networking with peers and experts.
17
Mar
Tendering – Top Ten Tips Webinar
Discover the top ten tendering tips that will help your business stand out and be compliant in competitive procurement.
17
Mar
Integrated Manufacturing Systems Masterclass
Integrating business systems in a manufacturing business is crucial as it streamlines operations and enhances data accuracy.
28
May
TechVerge 2026
Tech Verge is Greater Whitsunday Innovation’s premier annual technology conference, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts from across the region and beyond.
This two-day event features keynote presentations, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and a showcase of cutting-edge technologies and startups.
09
Jun
Lean Manufacturing and Cultural Maturity Workshop
An Introduction to Lean Manufacturing Philosophy and offers solutions to the challenges in change management processes.
For more information on the Local Buying Program in Queensland contact:
Emma McCullagh
