Register

Buyers (BHP / BMA)

BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

BHP / BMA Employee Registration

Buyers (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

Tier A Contractor Employee Registration

Queensland

Events

01 May

Workforce Evolve Workshop Series 2

Online 11.00am - 12.30pm

Join our FREE Workforce Evolve workshop series running from 30 April-4 June 2025. The 90-minute weekly workshops are facilitated by our specialist Workforce Evolve coaches.

The workshops, which run across six weeks, combine Workforce Evolve’s learning modules with group discussion and presentations by experts.

03 Jun

The Annual Manufacturers Breakfast

Paget 7.00 - 9.30am

An informative session including an outline the upcoming program of events for the financial year 25/26 and 3 guest presenters covering topics including revenue diversification, creative workforce development and operational excellence and why it matters.

05 Jun

Wealth, Money, Growth & Investing in your Financial Freedom

Mackay 5.45pm

Ready to take control of your financial future? This event is all about building wealth, achieving financial freedom, and investing in yourself and your business.

10 Jun

Research and Development Tax Incentive

Paget 8.45 - 1..0am

An informative session where you can learn all about how this incentive can benefit your business. The event will take place at the Resources Centre of Excellence

17 Jun

Decarbonisation Accelerated – Continuing the Conversation

Paget 7.30am - 1.30pm

Join us for an insightful and forward-thinking event designed to equip you with the latest knowledge and tools to navigate the dynamic and changing landscape of the Greater Whitsunday region. Decarbonisation Accelerated: Continuing the Conversation will delve into pertinent business challenges and opportunities

17 Jun

Creating Content for Social Media

Emerald 12.30 - 2.30pm

Click, record and edit your way to easily creating the right content for your business socials.

We will cover:

  • Photography
  • Video
  • Editing
  • What to content to create
06 Jul

Naidoc Week

National

This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is the Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy and celebrates 50 years of honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, resilience and culture.
It’s a time to reflect on our Elders’ strength, embrace our communities’ vision, and celebrate the legacy being built by the next generation of leaders.
10 Jul

Regional Resources & Innovation Expo

Mackay

The purpose of the Regional Resources & Innovation Expo aims to be a premier platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies, fostering industry collaboration, and driving sustainable advancements in the resources sector. This event will bring together industry leaders, technology innovators, policymakers, investors and anyone interested to explore solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility.

06 Sep

Central Highland Business Excellence Awards

Emerald

The event will be an opportunity to come together to celebrate our region’s vibrant business community, its resilience and its achievements.

09 Oct

Indigenous Business Expo

Mackay 7.30am - 3.00pm

Local businesses and procurement professionals are invited to the 4th annual Indigenous Business Expo for the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.

The event highlights culture, innovation, capability, and diversity of First Nations businesses across many business sectors. It’s an opportunity for procurement teams and decision-makers in mining, manufacturing, government, health, tourism, arts, education, construction, and agriculture to connect directly with Indigenous suppliers and explore future partnerships.

For more information on the Local Buying Program in Queensland contact:

Emma McCullagh

Business Development Lead

emma.mccullagh@c-res.com.au

1800536663

Lindsey Durnsford

Acting Business Development Advisor - East

lindsey.durnsford@c-res.com.au

1800536663

Jess Hart

Business Development Advisor

jessica.hart@c-res.com.au

1800 536 663