News/Media Announcements: July 2025
The Beating Heart of the Local Buying Program: How C-Res is Powering Small Business Success
In the engine room of the BHP Local Buying Program (LBP), a dedicated team is quietly transforming the way small businesses connect with big business. Meet the Business Services Administration (BSA) team, C-Res’ frontline team members who are … Discover more >
LBP Unlocks Efficiency and Value
A recent engagement at BHP Mt Arthur Coal has highlighted how clear documentation can drive efficiency, compliance, and stronger regional partnerships through the BHP Local Buying Program.
When BHP’s Land Management & Access team needed … Discover more >
NSWEC Local Capability Delivers Big Impact
A recent project at Mt Arthur has showcased the power of local capability and Indigenous business engagement through the BHP Local Buying Program.
When a full-site rollout of a Collision Awareness System (CAS) required custom fabrication for safe … Discover more >
International Women’s Day Celebrations
Throughout March, communities across Western Australia joined in celebrating the achievements of women. International Women’s Day is a global moment to recognise progress, advocate for equity and drive meaningful change.
At BHP, inclusion and … Discover more >
Supporting the growth of Australian Cultural Services
BHP’s expansion of the Local Buying Program to the Carrapateena and Prominent Hill operations marks a significant step in supporting regional economies and strengthening relationships with small, local, and Indigenous businesses.
A standout … Discover more >
Driving inovation – a local supplier delivers a smart solution
Pilbara Panel & Paint was recently awarded a Work Instruction through the Local Buying Program to transport vehicles to Jimblebar after successfully completing the RFQ process. The service required the safe, cost-effective, and timely transport … Discover more >
Safety solutions through the Local Buying Program
Accessing the PDM Site Access Drug & Alcohol Testing Trailer presented a significant challenge for teams due to limited entry points, insufficient grab rails and a lack of restraints. These issues made access both unsafe and inefficient, posing … Discover more >
A Rarekind of BOS
Implementing and sustaining BOS at Mt Arthur and NSWEC required specialised expertise in BOS coaching and training to complement existing internal capabilities. By engaging Rarekind People through the Local Buying Program, BHP found a solution that … Discover more >
LBP delivers Carapateena’s shutdown needs
Expanding the Local Buying Program to new BHP sites at Carrapateena and Prominent Hill is unlocking significant opportunities to streamline procurement while maximising local spend.
Recently, a BHP Buyer at Carrapateena needed to secure … Discover more >
FYTD25 Half Year Highlights
Over the past six months, the Local Buying Program and Local Buying Foundation have made remarkable strides in supporting local and Indigenous businesses, fostering regional economic development and enhancing supplier capabilities across Australia … Discover more >
