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.
An 8 week program to take control of your workflows, eliminate repetitive tasks, and unleash the full power of Microsoft 365.
Over eight weeks, this hands-on program walks you step-by-step through practical tools, AI features, and automation workflows that will transform the way you work.
This workshop provides participants with a framework to establish an effective and durable supervision/clinical education culture within health and human service orientated organisations. It is generally presented in-house to larger organisations seeking to establish a consistent approach with their agency
It runs for 2-days and is designed for team leaders, line managers, coordinators, practice teachers and others with supervisory responsibilities.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) offer a suite of masterclasses designed to strengthen your small business knowledge.
During these free online sessions, you will have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs.
Access the free resources now at – https://smallbusiness.taxsuperandyou.gov.au/
To get the most from the masterclasses we recommend you complete the online learning before attending. This will give you time to consider what you’ve learned, reflect and prepare any questions you have to ask at the webinar.
This five-day program provides newly-elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with the skills and confidence to identify and resolve workplace health and safety (WHS) issues. HSRs play an important role in organisations, advising colleagues about health and safety matters within the workplace and ensuring that safety standards are met.
Council and the Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Progress Village, invite you to provide your feedback on small business in the Mackay region. Consultation closes 15 October
Join the 150 stallholders as they put on a colourful display of craft, homemade products, food and more featuring our multi-cultural community. Relax and enjoy live entertainment in the Goldfields most beautiful setting, Hammond Park.
Boost your community organisation’s funding success.
This FREE interactive workshop is designed to help local community organisations, clubs, and volunteer-involving groups unlock new funding opportunities and become ‘grant ready’.
Proudly brought to you by The Neighbourhood Hub – George Street Location. We LOVE The Neighborhood Hub, winners of our Best In Business Heart Of Gold Award for Best Not For Profit in 2024 ! These guys bring resources and partners together to provide a range of services, facilities, activities and events connecting with the community and responding to the demands of identified unmet needs.
Coffee AND Breakfast is provided this morning if you could please bring a donation of a non-perishable food item on the day. This is very much appreciated and will help support the Neighborhood Hubs Anti-Poverty Week Campaign.
Join Deb Szabo for a four hour workshop on how to utilise AI to help your business thrive. With post session advisory support, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share insights, and make connections.
A practical session showcasing the Prevention, Early Intervention and Return to Work Management of Workplace Psychological Injury Guide. This webinar will explore strategies to help businesses proactively support employee mental health, reduce the risk of psychological injury, and facilitate effective recovery and return to work. Whether you’re an HR and WHS professional, Return To Work Coordinator, Manager, or small business owner, this session will equip you with valuable knowledge to foster a safer and more supportive work environment.
Learning from disasters is a one-day program developed by the NSW Resources Regulator. Core Mine Pty Ltd are approved training providers (ATP# AREQ0017645) to facilitate this program.
Attendees will learn about previous events in the mining industry which has lead to fatal (or near fatal) outcomes. You will also be able to identify a set of patterns that are common across these case studies and apply them to your own workplace.
As AI becomes more accessible, small businesses face both new security risks and powerful protection tools. This workshop will help you understand how AI impacts cyber security and what you can do to safeguard your business.
As AI becomes more accessible, small businesses face both new security risks and powerful protection tools. This workshop will help you understand how AI impacts cyber security and what you can do to safeguard your business.
This forum will shine a spotlight on local women-led businesses and female leaders in prominent roles within major corporations. Together, we’ll explore how their innovation, dedication, agility and resilience are shaping industries, strengthening communities, and enhancing the livability of our unique towns.
Over two days of learning, attendees will engage in dynamic panel sessions, thought-provoking conversations and exclusive keynote speeches, all focused on shaping the future of women in business.
Proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation.
This is your chance to put faces to the names, hear what we’re working on, and share your thoughts on how we can continue to support businesses across the Isaac region.
Learn how to secure your business by implementing strong passwords, using password managers and adopting safe password management practices.
Learn how to secure your business by implementing strong passwords, using password managers and adopting safe password management practices.
Get hands-on experience with the latest filtration technology and learn practical implementation strategies to meet your site’s needs.
Join us for an engaging breakfast panel exploring how Mackay’s innovation ecosystem supports startups, researchers and businesses developing dual-use technologies that serve both the mining and defence sectors. This event brings together regional leaders who are actively building capability, networks and commercial pathways for innovators at the convergence of these critical industries.
There is no better place to do business than Maitland! The 2025 Summit will bring together the public and the wider business community to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. From start-ups to established businesses, and access to resources and networks you wouldn’t normally reach, attendees will leave with new connections, fresh ideas, and insights from local & national leaders.
Our Associated Non-Technical Skills (ANTS) course covers the 5 pillars of leadership that are essential for frontline supervision. We will cover technical content as well as put into practice the skills obtained.
Attendees will receive a minimum of 5.5hours of formal training that will go towards their Maintenance of Competence for their NSW Practicing Certificate (accompanied by a certificate of completion).
Due to the nature of this content, this event will be held in person only (limited positions).
The Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber (GABC) proudly presents its inaugural Awards Evening & Sundowner. A celebration of Indigenous business excellence in the Goldfields. Coinciding with Indigenous Business Month, this event honours Aboriginal entrepreneurs and enterprises that are forging new paths, creating opportunities, and strengthening our region through innovation, leadership, and cultural pride.
We map the beginnings of AI to understand how it arrived at where it is today. We explore key concepts, words and meanings within the context of AI to clear up some misconceptions and bring a broader understanding of these tools. Then we look at how it is applied in the real world and what it can mean for you.
People don’t just buy offers – they buy from people they like, know and trust. Online, this is even more important. We follow people who feel real, credible, and relevant to us – not just those shouting the loudest. In this webinar with founder of The Visibility Project, Amy Springhall, you’ll learn how to elevate your personal brand and position yourself positively in the lead-up to Christmas.
Recognising the local businesses in Port Augusta, celebrating incredible people and businesses that make the community thrive. Proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation.
Contemporary leaders need to be clear about whether they are providing the type of leadership that is required. They are purpose driven, curious and work to improve the way they influence their teams through their actions and communications. This course runs in select regional locations
A Practical Guide to AI, Muswellbrook Marketing Know-How, Time-Poor, But Ambitious? and Tips to Ensure Your Business Suxccess in 2026. Attend workshops all day or selected sessions.
This year’s conference will provide you with the skills, knowledge and insights to facilitate your journey to becoming a strong, informed and inspiring leader. Learn the importance of creating a healthy workplace culture and motivating your team for optimum performance.
Tough discussions with a direct report, peer, boss, supplier or customer can arise in a variety of situations. This course will show you how to prepare for these challenges and increase the likelihood of a successful outcome for everyone involved. This course runs in Perth and select regional locations.
A practical, hands-on workshop designed to give business owners and entrepreneurs the tools they need to map out a clear path to success. Whether you’re launching a startup or strengthening an established business, this session will guide you through creating a solid, workable business plan that sets achievable goals, outlines growth strategies, and positions your business for the future.
Smart METS is a breakfast event designed to show METS businesses how geospatial and Earth observation technologies are already driving efficiency, reducing risk, and opening new opportunities. Featuring Gavin Kennedy from FrontierSI, this event offers practical, real-world insights for businesses across the Greater Whitsunday region.
The Pilbara Indigenous Business Network Group (PIBNG) is hosting a special business support event for its members. This short, focused gathering is designed to connect Indigenous business owners and operators in the Pilbara with a range of business support services aimed at helping their enterprises grow and thrive.
When workplace issues arise, employers may need to make important decisions that affect their business and staff. Managing performance concerns in the right way can increase productivity and reduce staff turnover.
Most small businesses are accidentally left open to hackers, we will cover two factor authentication, password managers, types of attacks and security software.
This webinar will provide you with practical tips to help you to prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts
Learning how to be a good supervisor is critical to reach optimum effectiveness faster and avoid feeling like you’ve been ‘thrown in at the deep end’. This supervisor course will help ensure you perform at the highest level on site or in the office. This course runs in Perth and select regional locations.
Participants will learn how to use AI to save time, reduce admin tasks, and streamline marketing efforts. This workshop is ideal for any business owners uncertain about Artificial Intelligence and are keen to learn how to use it to optimise activities and support business growth.
The Summit 2025: Connecting Industry and Indigenous Excellence
The Summit, the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC)’s premier annual event, is a pivotal gathering for delegates from government and industry supply chains to engage with Indigenous businesses. This unique two-day event showcases best practices in Indigenous procurement, job creation, and sustainability, fostering vital connections that drive industry forward.
The next wave of digital innovation is here, and Queensland businesses can’t afford to be left behind. As rising costs, stalled productivity and evolving expectations reshape workplaces, the question is no longer if change will happen, but how fast businesses can adapt.
Whether you’re leading a team, managing clients, or running your own business, improving your emotional intelligence is one of the fastest ways to lift both performance and satisfaction.
Join us for this informative webinar, where we will break down climate disclosure obligations and government policies to explain how this will affect smaller businesses, as well as highlight some of the exciting new opportunities within the net zero economy.
ICN’s National Climate Director – Dr Vanessa Rauland will help you to:
Unpack the essentials of upcoming mandatory climate reporting for businesses
Understand the downstream impact on your business as a supplier
Learn how to prepare your business and take proactive steps
Understand the emerging opportunities in Australia’s net zero transformation
A powerful Lunch & Learn where we shine a light on what diversity and inclusion really mean in today’s workplaces — and why they matter for building stronger teams and thriving businesses.
In this “live workshop”, you will see every step to set up your WordPress website and start building it using the popular Divi theme.
Steps include:
Participants can either watch and take notes, or if you would like to follow along, you will need to have a hosting account set up with your domain pointed to the hosting account, and a subscription for the Divi theme from Elegant Themes.
Join us for an unforgettable night as we celebrate excellence in manufacturing at the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards. This evening promises to be a night to remember, honouring the achievements of manufacturers in our region.
Isaac Business Chamber invites you to network with them and fellow business owners. Bring a friend and join for great coffee and even better conversations.
At this months Business Breakfast we will be joined by Singleton Council to provide the most recent LGA Updates, nbn Australia to discuss network developments, and Fire and Rescue NSW for a presentation on fire safety.
If you’re interested in nominating yourself for a position on our Board of Directors then stick around for our Annual General Meeting which will be held at 9am.
Proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation.
This five-day program provides newly-elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with the skills and confidence to identify and resolve workplace health and safety (WHS) issues. HSRs play an important role in organisations, advising colleagues about health and safety matters within the workplace and ensuring that safety standards are met.
Learn how to monitor and respond to online reviews, manage your brand’s reputation, and engage with customers effectively.
Learn how to monitor and respond to online reviews, manage your brand’s reputation, and engage with customers effectively.
Join Nicky Jurd for this 2-hour interactive workshop packed with practical strategies to help your business shine this festive season.
EnergyCo, together with the Industry Capability Network (ICN), the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, and renewable energy project proponents, invite regional local businesses to attend a tailored one-day workshop designed to help your business access opportunities in NSW’s renewable energy supply chains.
In just one day, you’ll gain practical tools, strategies and direct connections to help your business tender successfully and contribute to the delivery of NSW’s renewable energy transition.
This one-hour Effective Contract Delivery webinar will:
During the workshop, SafeWork NSW Inspectors will provide an introductory overview to workplace health and safety, your rights and responsibilities, risk management and WHS topics including:
Where industry leaders will provide exclusive updates on major projects shaping the future of Singleton and beyond. Don’t miss your chance to hear about:
Ahead of our biggest Hedland Economic Forum to date, we are pleased to invite you to a strictly exclusive Welcome Sundowner.
This event is open only toPHCCI members, sponsors and Forum attendees, providing a relaxed setting to connect with fellow attendees, enjoy light refreshments and canapés, a special opportunity to network before the big day.
n today’s rapidly evolving world, equipping students with design thinking, digital manufacturing, and electronics skills is crucial. This Professional Development program empowers teachers to integrate these vital skills into their Curriculum through hands-on experience with 3D Design, circuitry, and manufacturing processes
The Hedland Economic Forum 2025 promises to be another landmark event, drawing attention from delegates, high-profile personnel and key policymakers. To ensure maximum exposure for all participants, an extensive marketing campaign will be launched, encompassing advertising, direct mail, email broadcasts, social media and website coverage in the lead-up to the forum.
Proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation.
Delegates have the opportunity to hear first hand about “What’s Down the Track” in the Goldfields.
Attendees will gain exclusive insights into the current and future projects in our local and global economy. You will be able to meet with exhibitors to view their products and services.
The day will close with a sundowner networking opportunity from 5pm.
Learn how to monitor and respond to online reviews, manage your brand’s reputation, and engage with customers effectively.
Our Environmental Management Course is 3.5 hours of formal training. We will cover:
– Applicable environmental legislation
– Practical application of environmental considerations
– Pollution Incident Management Plan
– Environmental Incidents
Whilst this is specifically for open cut applications, there is substantial cross over to the underground statutory functions.
During the workshop, SafeWork NSW Inspectors will provide an introductory overview to workplace health and safety, your rights and responsibilities, risk management and WHS topics including:
What you’ll learn:
Join us for Women in Business at The Fox House, an evening dedicated to connection, collaboration, and inspiration. Hosted in the elegant surrounds of The Fox House, this event provides a space for local women to network, share experiences, and strengthen professional relationships within our community.
In this hands-on session, you’ll learn to use advanced Excel functions like IF, SUMIF, and VLOOKUP, along with conditional formatting to automate routine calculations. Ideal for small business operators who want to reduce manual data entry, create efficient workflows, and confidently present accurate figures to accountants, partners, or stakeholders.
Learn how to set up auto replies, update office hours, create effective social posts and marketing strategies to prepare your business for the holiday season.
With Business Award season coming up, get all the tips and tricks that will help your entries stand out to the judges. With post session advisory support, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share insights, and make connections.