News/Media Announcements: June 2023
BHP Buyers notice Kambalda’s culinary gem
In Western Australia's Goldfields, the Kambalda Hotel has a storied past as the former home to the longest bar in the Southern Hemisphere. Established in 1969, it has served as the only pub in Kambalda, welcoming miners, locals, and families over … Discover more >
Improvements get deliveries on track at Oak Dam
Continuous improvements to the Local Buying Program portal are vital to meet the evolving needs of our valued buyers and suppliers. Recently, in response to valuable feedback from a BHP Buyer, improvements were made to the purchasing process for Oak … Discover more >
Local artists blossoming in the West
Bush Blossom Gallery is a small business located in the heart of Kalgoorlie, which sources authentic artwork from local Indigenous and Traditional Owner artists. Monica, the business owner, is an expert in the stories depicted in the artwork and the … Discover more >
Indigenous upholstery specialist has it covered
R.C. Upholstery, an Indigenous-owned business in Western Australia, has been engaged for its first work opportunity through the Local Buying Program. With assistance from the Port Hedland C-Res team, R.C. Upholstery was able to navigate the … Discover more >
Local business raising environmental awareness
Impact Environmental registered with the Local Buying Program in November 2022. Director Aaron Thompson attended the Meet the Buyer event in Moranbah in March 2023 and was enthusiastic about seizing the opportunity to connect with BHP. Such was his … Discover more >
Hub connects business, education and community in Roxby
Previously, the physical space in Roxby Downs was lacking for local businesses to meet with C-Res staff for assistance with the Local Buying Program. However, with the support of BHP, the newly opened Innovation Hub has come to the rescue. The Hub … Discover more >
Local fabrication expertise showcased at Mt Arthur Coal
BHP Mt Arthur site has taken steps to improve staff safety measures and reduce travel time by installing a mobile amenities block closer to the pit operations. The amenities blocks were constructed locally in Muswellbrook by Eddies Trailers and … Discover more >
Local solution reduces refuelling downtime
BMA's Operations Team identified difficulties the service truck experienced accessing the dragline during inclement weather, resulting in downtime as refueling was not possible. To address this problem, the team proposed loading a small fuel pod … Discover more >
Safety is paramount in the eyes of BHP
BHP prioritises site and personal safety for its staff and management. Access to appropriate safety eyewear is crucial, and obtaining it from a local optometrist is practical, time-saving, and convenient. It also reduces travel risks in regional … Discover more >
Indigenous supplier delivers stand out welcome
An Indigenous Business from South Australia was able to successfully design and create Welcome Packs for new BHP employees via the Local Buying Program. The packs included 5,000 BHP reusable bags, 5,000 BHP lanyards, 5,000 BHP drink bottles, 5000 x … Discover more >
