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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

News

Events

17 Feb

SATC Industry Webinar

Online 10.00am

Join the SATC Industry Webinar for the latest updates across South Australia’s tourism industry with their Executive team.

17 Feb

Indigenous Business Trade Fair Adelaide

Adelaide 9.00am - 12.30pm

Join us as we bring together local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses alongside corporate organisations and government departments to foster new and exciting opportunities.

Supply Nation is proud to host the Indigenous Business Trade Fair in Tarndanya (Adelaide) on the lands of the Kaurna people.

18 Feb

Official Opening of the Flexi-Lab

Mackay 10.00 - 11.00am

The Flexi-Lab represents a significant investment by the Queensland State Government in advanced capability, collaboration and regional economic development. As part of the Future Industries Hub, the Flexi-Lab will support industry-led innovation, skills development and the growth of emerging technologies aligned with Queensland’s future industries and resources priorities.

24 Feb

METS & More: Diversification Forum

Mackay 8.00am - 12.00pm

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.

25 Feb

Regional Leadership Summit

Whyalla Norrie 8.00am - 4.00pm

The 2026 Regional Leadership Summit, themed Grit, Growth, and Glory: Embracing Resilience, Driving Progress and Attaining Success in Region, is a premier not-for-profit one-day conference designed to empower regional leadership across business and industry, local government and community leadership specifically in regional South Australia.

25 Feb

NSW Workers Compensation Reforms Explained Webinar

Online 9.30am - 10.30am

A 45 minute webinar during which we will discuss the recently announced NSW Workers Compensation reforms.

The goal of the reforms is to ensure the sustainability of NSW Scheme, affordability for NSW employers and care and support for workers through a number of changes.

During the webinar Janet Tillman, Head of Scheme Reform, will join David Huxley (Mobile Engagement Team) to take you through the changes at a high level.

26 Feb

2026 Mayor’s Breakfast

Moranbah 7.00 - 9.00am

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.

26 Feb

Business Breakfast

Singleton 7.30 - 9.00am

Be part of celebrating excellence, innovation, and community impact in Singleton. Learn about the 2026 award categories, the updated process, and how your business can be recognised.

Member Spotlights will be a regular at our breakfasts for 2026. At our breakfasts, we will hear from our chamber members sharing their plans, projects, and ambitions throughout the year.

02 Mar

Mastering Microsoft 365

Emerald 9.00am - 2.30pm

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

Emerald 9.00am - 12.30pm

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.

03 Mar

How to Build a Social Media Strategy

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

If social media always ends up at the bottom of your to-do list, this workshop is for you.
We’ll break down the essentials, choosing the right platforms, building content pillars, creating a realistic posting schedule, and understanding the metrics that actually matter.

You’ll walk away with a simple, sustainable social strategy you can finally stick to, even on your busiest weeks.

03 Mar

Mentoring for Growth Day

Sarina 9.00am - 3.00pm

Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.

04 Mar

Exploring the AI opportunities for your business

Online 10.30 - 11.30am

This session explores how AI is shaping our nation’s future, with practical insights for businesses of all sizes and industries.

04 Mar

AI Summit

Muswellbrook 1.00 - 4.30pm

Panel discussion of leading experts. Hosted by Muswellbrook CCI

04 Mar

Automation and AI Workshop

Emerald 1.30 - 5.00pm

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

Mentoring for Growth Day

Finch-Hatton 9.00am - 3.00pm

Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.

04 Mar

Microsoft Outlook Workshop

Emerald 9.00am - 12.30pm

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

Emerald 9.00am - 2.30pm

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

Supervisor Workshop

Singleton 9.00am - 1.30pm

FREE WORKSHOP – EFFECTIVELY SUPERVISING YOUR APPRENTICE OR TRAINEE

Workplace supervisors are in a key position to maximise the success of training and therefore ensure the supply of skilled staff for the future.

A capable supervisor can make workplace training meaningful and enjoyable for both the supervisor and the apprentice and trainee. Good supervisors have the most significant impact on workplace culture.

05 Mar

Australian Government Procurement for Suppliers workshop

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

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

International Women’s Day

Singleton 11.30am - 2.30pm

Business Singleton is proud to welcome Melinda Schneider as a special guest for our International Women’s Day Luncheon, to be held Friday 6 March 2026 at the Singleton Civic Centre.

Melinda Schneider is one of Australia’s most respected and accomplished performers, with a career spanning television, theatre and award-winning country music. In her keynote, Be Gentle On Yourself, Melinda will share personal insights on resilience, self-compassion and the importance of kindness, particularly in demanding professional and personal environments.Melinda made her acting debut at just 13 on A Country Practice and went on to achieve chart success as a recording artist, earning multiple Golden Guitars, a CMAA Award for Vocal Collaboration of the Year, and ARIA recognition. Her albums Happy Tears and Family Tree both achieved Gold status, and her collaboration Great Women of Country debuted in the ARIA Top 10.

Beyond music, Melinda has appeared on Dancing with the Stars, starred in acclaimed theatre productions, and continues to celebrate storytelling, resilience and creativity through her work, making her an inspiring speaker for International Women’s Day.

06 Mar

Women in Business Luncheon

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

Join us as we open the 2026 Women in Business Luncheon series with a special International Women’s Day Luncheon on Friday, 6 March 2026.

This two-course luncheon will centre on the theme Give to Gain—celebrating the power of generosity, collaboration and shared success within our business community. The event will feature inspiring guest speakers who embody the spirit of lifting others to achieve more together.

06 Mar

RIN International Women’s Day

Mackay 11.15 - 2.40pm

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

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

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

Mackay 12.00 - 4.00pm

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

Integrated Manufacturing Systems Masterclass

Paget 8.00 - 11.00am

Integrating business systems in a manufacturing business is crucial as it streamlines operations and enhances data accuracy.

17 Mar

Tendering – Top Ten Tips Webinar

Online 2.30 - 3.00pm

Discover the top ten tendering tips that will help your business stand out and be compliant in competitive procurement.

17 Mar

Presenting with Confidence

Port Hedland 1.00 - 5.00pm

Join acclaimed actor and corporate communication specialist Myles Pollard for an engaging workshop designed to help you master the art of confident and impactful presentations. Drawing on his extensive experience in acting and professional coaching, Myles will share practical techniques to refine your delivery, build authentic connections, and command the room with confidence.

Whether you’re addressing a boardroom, leading a team, or speaking at an event, this workshop will equip you with the tools to present with clarity, poise and conviction. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your communication skills and leave a lasting impression.

19 Mar

Applied AI for Regional Decision‑Makers

Mackay 9.30am - 11.00am

Utilising the Microsoft AI ecosystem (CoPilot and Azure AI) to empower regional decision makers with data insights and capabilities.

Delivered by: Daniel Brown (Microsoft Copilot MVP) from Frontrow Technology

Regional decision‑makers are busy – and most aren’t looking for more tools or tech jargon. They want clarity, confidence and practical ways to improve the decisions they make every day.

19 Mar

Capability Statement Workshop

Mackay 2.30 - 3.30pm

By attending the workshop you will learn:

• why a capability statement is important

• how to use your capability statement to market your product or service

• how to use your capability statement to accompany contract tender submissions

• best-practice fundamentals for developing and drafting a powerful capability statement

• how to access the latest information on Queensland’s supply chain opportunities

24 Mar

Capability Statement Workshop

Mackay 9.00am - 1.00pm

By attending the workshop you will learn:

• why a capability statement is important

• how to use your capability statement to market your product or service

• how to use your capability statement to accompany contract tender submissions

• best-practice fundamentals for developing and drafting a powerful capability statement

• how to access the latest information on Queensland’s supply chain opportunities

25 Mar

Health and Safety Representative Training

Online 8.45am - 4.30pm

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. By representing workers in their group, HSRs provide an avenue for workers to raise safety issues within their workplace, ensuring that a process is followed to resolve any hazards or risks.

25 Mar

Effective Contract Delivery

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

Want to ensure smooth contract delivery to help win ongoing business? Do you want to learn the Critical Contract Checks to navigate the complexities of contract delivery with confidence?

This one-hour Effective Contract Delivery webinar will:

  • provide the Critical Contract Checks that you need to make before signing
  • provide you with an overview of some process you can implement to track your contract delivery performance
  • provide examples of common mistakes to avoid
26 Mar

AI’s Role in Modern Manufacturing

Online 1.30 - 2.30pm

A practical 1 hour workshop with Presenters from ARM Hub, designed specifically for manufacturing leaders to:

  • Learn why AI matters to your operations and future growth
  • Understand what AI adoption means for your business
  • Discover the first actionable steps you can take today.
31 Mar

Meta Business Suite Deep Dive

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

A practical, hands-on workshop designed to help you take control of your Facebook and Instagram, all from one place.
We’ll walk through scheduling, planning, managing messages, and understanding your insights so you can make smarter content decisions with confidence.

Perfect for business owners who want simple, streamlined systems that save time and boost results.

21 Apr

Staying Safe Online

Singleton 10.00am - 2.00pm

Learn how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe online. With post session advisory support, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share insights, and make connections.

24 Apr

WHS for Officers

Online 8.45 - 11.30am

As an ​officer’ under the Work Health and Safety Act, are you aware of your due diligence obligations and responsibilities? the South Australian Business Chamber’s WHS for Officers course outlines key responsibilities and provides clarity around your duties as an officer to help ensure due diligence in the workplace.

Responsibilities covered in this course include understanding Work Health and Safety legislation; defining relevant duties within your organisation; enforcing reasonably practicable regulations; understanding codes of practice; and the impact for failing to comply with legal requirements to ensure a safe workplace.

12 May

Mentoring for Growth Day

Andergrove 9.00am - 3.00pm

Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.

13 May

Mentoring for Growth Day

Mackay 9.00am - 3.00pm

Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.

21 May

Supervisor Workshop

Singleton 9.00am - 1.30pm

FREE WORKSHOP – EFFECTIVELY SUPERVISING YOUR APPRENTICE OR TRAINEE

Workplace supervisors are in a key position to maximise the success of training and therefore ensure the supply of skilled staff for the future.

A capable supervisor can make workplace training meaningful and enjoyable for both the supervisor and the apprentice and trainee. Good supervisors have the most significant impact on workplace culture.

28 May

TechVerge 2026

Mackay 7.30am - 2.00pm

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

Paget 8.30am - 4.00pm

An Introduction to Lean Manufacturing Philosophy and offers solutions to the challenges in change management processes.

13 Jun

PHCCI Business Excellence Awards

Port Hedland

Hedland’s most prestigious night of elegance returns for 2026. The PHCCI Business Excellence Awards will be held as a Seaside Soirée at the Hedland Hotel, celebrating the outstanding businesses making a meaningful impact within our local community.

Join us for an evening of sophistication, recognition, and celebration – an event not to be missed.

18 Jun

Tendering – Top Ten Tips

Online 10.30 - 11.30am

Improve your chances of tendering success!

From planning your response to submitting your tender, this workshop will give you the top ten tips to tendering.

Our tips will help you improve your approach to tendering and how to address the non-price criteria in tender documents.

23 Jun

Capability Statement Workshop

Online 10.30 - 11.30am

Building capability statements that help your business thrive!

A capability statement is a tool that allows procurement teams to assess your expertise and achievements, as well as your potential to deliver goods and services. It outlines the capabilities and skills of your business.

A capability statement is essential for applying for and securing tendering opportunities in government and private sector projects. They can also be uploaded to online databases and be used to support your finance applications.

23 Jun

Tenders and Capability Statements

Singleton 10.00am - 2.00pm

Learn the ins and outs of creating tenders and capability statements to help secure your business’ next contract. With post session advisory support, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share insights, and make connections.