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
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.
As an eligible taxpayer, you can access the ATO fuel response payment plan with the following conditions:
Step up in your career and accelerate your leadership and management skills with this 9-month BSB40520 Leadership & Management course, delivered in person and online – supported by the Resource Industry Network. You will develop specialised knowledge which includes communicating effectively as a workplace leader, making a presentation, implementing an operational plan, customer service standards, and continuous improvement. Register now.
The Career Roadshow is a premier careers event spanning five key locations in South Australia: Kadina, Port Pirie, Port Augusta, Whyalla and Port Lincoln.
This event aims to connect local communities with employment and career opportunities, showcasing regional businesses, careers, higher education, training, and employment options.
Attendees will include school students, job seekers, and career changers, all seeking guidance for their future paths. With interactive displays, attendees will have the chance to explore career opportunities, apply for jobs, and enrol in courses on-site.
Learn about basic financial management and budgeting for business at this workshop. During this session you will learn about key financial concepts and develop budgets using a specially designed spreadsheet budgeting tool.
FREE Business Mentoring for Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce Members. We have a limited number of FREE 1:1 mentoring sessions available exclusively for Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce Members. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain tailored advice and practical insights to help grow your business.
A free, practical lunchtime webinar designed specifically for manufacturers. Hosted by Inturing in partnership with Queensland Manufacturing Hubs, this session cuts through the hype and shows you what AI automation actually looks like on the factory floor, in the finance team, and across your supply chain.
This session will provide you with the latest information about administration of the R&DTI program.
Co-hosted by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), the R&DTI program insights session is an opportunity to hear directly from program representatives on current priorities and future direction of the program.
Every year Reconciliation SA hosts a breakfast on the first day of National Reconciliation Week. Now the largest reconciliation breakfast in Australia, this year’s event will attract 3,000 guests from different communities across the state. Our breakfast is an opportunity to hear from state and national leaders about efforts to strengthen reconciliation across the country as well as celebrate our achievements and thank our supporters. It is an educational and insightful event that serves to motivate and inspire its participants to grow their reconciliation work within their communities. Our event program includes speeches and curated entertainment including musicians, dancers and visual artists. Guests are also encouraged to participate in a Smoking Ceremony and peruse the marketplace of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses.
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.
Free 2-hour workshop for small business leaders to help you develop an understanding of the recently introduced psychosocial risk regulations and how you can use your company’s values to take positive action tailored to your organisation’s specific needs.
The third BBMC Networking Luncheon for 2026 will feature a keynote fireside chat with Thiess.
Do you have an idea for a business? Or are you just starting out and want to find out more? This info session is a great place to start!
Topics include:
• what is business, why go into business and are you ready
• business success, risks and challenges
• business preparation and planning
• developing and testing your business idea
• business essentials workshops and how they fit into your plan
• business development learner guide (supplied) and how to use it.
• IBA, your business and how we can help.
A night of celebration, style, and standout moments at the Best in Business Awards, as we wrap up Small Business Month with a bang. Begin the evening with canapés and drinks on arrival, before enjoying a delicious two-course meal, an inspiring keynote speaker, and a host who will keep the energy high from start to finish.
We’ll celebrate excellence across seven categories, recognising the businesses and individuals driving our region forward — the innovators, the risk-takers, and the quiet achievers making a big impact.
Regional Queensland’s most anticipated event dedicated to advancing safety leadership and practices is BACK.
Hosted in the vibrant city of Mackay, this groundbreaking conference is your exclusive opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights and network with top professionals in the industry. The Resource Industry Network Safety Conference is situated in the epicenter of regional manufacturing and mining, brining together like-minded professionals and industry experts.
The 2026 Safety Conference will feature presentations from leading experts, practical and cost-effective solutions, and inspirational stories designed to equip attendees with the skills and information they can take back to their workplaces.
Many business owners have financial reports, but not financial clarity. Even established businesses can feel exposed when cashflow is unpredictable. This session introduces a CEO-level approach to cashflow by turning your numbers into a practical model that supports better decisions. We’ll focus on the metrics that matter, the operational realities that influence cashflow, and how to strengthen financial stability without adding unnecessary complexity.
Supporting mental health at work is both a legal obligation and a key part of maintaining a safe, productive workplace. With increasing focus on psychosocial risks, employers need to understand how to identify hazards, meet compliance requirements and take practical steps to support their people
Come and have a coffee and breakfast and catch up with your industry peers. The information session will be worth your time. This annual event is an informal gathering to come together as a manufacturing community.
During the seminar, SafeWork NSW Inspectors will provide an introductory overview to workplace health and safety, your rights and responsibilities, risk management and WHS topics including:
Working professionally in the arts and creative sector means communicating with a diverse range of people across an array of complicated circumstances. Any ordinary day could include managing a new professional relationship, negotiating your fees, umpiring an argument or setting better boundaries for the work. Much of the time, we have no clues or tools to help us at all!
At this workshop you will hear how applying the fundamental principles of marketing can help to increase awareness of your business and improve the potential for customers to buy from you.
Learn how to create a strong, compelling entry that will stand out to the judges. Whether you are entering for the first time or returning to the program, this session will give you practical guidance, insider tips and real examples to help you write your submission with confidence. You will hear directly from two lead judges who will share tips on writing an award-winning entry.
You are invited to join NAB & Hall Chadwick for an Indigenous business masterclass, the third in the series where NAB & Hall Chadwick will be focusing on business structures – the legal requirements & financial /tax implications of various structure types, as well as tips on what you should know as well as some tips on being ‘bank ready’.
Join our partners, Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee and local business owners and leaders for a practical, insight-driven evening focused on solving real operational challenges. Featuring Keenan Jansen from Demarken Group, this session will deliver strategies to help businesses improve systems, leadership, workplace culture, and day-to-day operations.
Do you have an idea for a business? Or are you just starting out and want to find out more? This info session is a great place to start!
Topics include:
• what is business, why go into business and are you ready
• business success, risks and challenges
• business preparation and planning
• developing and testing your business idea
• business essentials workshops and how they fit into your plan
• business development learner guide (supplied) and how to use it.
• IBA, your business and how we can help.
A partnership with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and the Australian Federal Governments Productivity, Education and Training Fund presents the latest educational series on Australian IR Laws.
Join regional leaders, government and industry to explore how collaboration across Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday is unlocking infrastructure, enabling growth and positioning the region for future industries including supporting the activation of the Queensland critical minerals sector.
Small businesses spend hours answering the same questions, and while AI chatbots can help, they can also frustrate customers and harm trust. In this session, you’ll learn the core principles for implementing chatbots effectively, streamlining support while keeping interactions human and friendly.
An Introduction to Lean Manufacturing Philosophy and offers solutions to the challenges in change management processes.
Join us for a free online or in person Business Yarns presented by The Australian Taxation Office’s (ATO) Reach Out Team and The Circle. Reach Out is the ATO’s Indigenous business support program that works with Indigenous small businesses to help them meet their tax and superannuation obligations.
People expect that being promoted to CEO would be the toughest career move out there, plot twist – it’s not! Let’s face it, stepping up from Team-Mate to Team-Manager can feel really tricky, like being promoted from drummer to conductor overnight, without a baton.
What is your business vision? Do you want to get a better understanding of the statutory and legal requirements that need to be considered when operating a business in Australia? This workshop also introduces basic financial management concepts and tools used to run a business.
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.
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.
On 15 June each year, the mining industry celebrates the women who have been, are, and will be part of the sector. The International Day of Women in Mining (IDWIM) is a global campaign that unites the mining industry to recognise and celebrate the contributions of women in mining. This celebration aims to further empower women to share their passion for the industry, while also acknowledging the progress made on gender inclusion across the sector. The day represents a continued commitment to working collaboratively towards gender equity in mining.
This session will explore the breakthrough technologies redefining the industry, from AI and machine learning to integrated digital ecosystems. Discover how the next wave of innovation is shaping the future of mining and beyond.
Connect, Learn and Network is a free event series for small and family businesses across regional South Australia. Delivered by the Office for Small and Family Business, each event gives you access to program information, local services and contacts from your region. Whether you are starting out, growing your business or navigating business challenges, Connect, Learn and Network can help you find what support is available.
This session assumes a basic knowledge about the program and its legislation.
It will cover:
Whether you are new to business, or you want to refresh your knowledge because you are starting another venture, we cover the nuts and bolts of feasibility, finance, marketing, legal, leasing, intellectual property and more.
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.
At this workshop you will hear how applying the fundamental principles of marketing can help to increase awareness of your business and improve the potential for customers to buy from you.
Declining grades and increasing metallurgical complexity are often seen as unavoidable in modern mining—but they don’t have to be.
Discover how real-time process intelligence, enabled by current and emerging technologies such as online analysers, is helping operations make faster
Do you have an idea for a business? Or are you just starting out and want to find out more? This info session is a great place to start!
Topics include:
• what is business, why go into business and are you ready
• business success, risks and challenges
• business preparation and planning
• developing and testing your business idea
• business essentials workshops and how they fit into your plan
• business development learner guide (supplied) and how to use it.
• IBA, your business and how we can help.
Managers and supervisors within any organisation have a responsibility to understand and implement Work Health and Safety legislation and requirements. This ensures staff are working within a safe work environment.
Managers and supervisors are role models for staff. By demonstrating safety standards and carrying out duties with a complete understanding of legal requirements, managers and supervisors help create a safety culture in their workplace.
The South Australian Business Chamber has designed this course to ensure middle managers, supervisors and team leaders are aware of their responsibilities for maintaining workplace safety systems.
Tenders & Capability Statements What’s in store? 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.
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.
During the seminar, SafeWork NSW Inspectors will provide an introductory overview to workplace health and safety, your rights and responsibilities, risk management and WHS topics including:
A partnership with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and the Australian Federal Governments Productivity, Education and Training Fund presents the latest educational series on Australian IR Laws.
During this webinar you will discover:
Learn about basic financial management and budgeting for business at this workshop. During this session you will learn about key financial concepts and develop budgets using a specially designed spreadsheet budgeting tool.
Every small business in NSW has a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace – including both physical and psychological wellbeing. It’s good business sense leading to higher productivity and reduced sick leave and staff turnover.
If you’re a small business owner looking to better understand psychological health and safety this introductory seminar is designed for you.
During the seminar, SafeWork NSW Inspectors will provide an introductory overview to workplace health and safety, your rights and responsibilities, risk management and WHS topics including:
Join us for a live onlinecareer conversation where senior secondary students can hear directly from a young apprentice working in the manufacturing industry today. This short, interactive session provides students with the opportunity to gain honest insights into apprenticeships, manufacturing careers, and the pathway from school into the workforce.
Join us for a live onlinecareer conversation where senior secondary students can hear directly from a young apprentice working in the manufacturing industry today. This short, interactive session provides students with the opportunity to gain honest insights into apprenticeships, manufacturing careers, and the pathway from school into the workforce.
This event is a perfect opportunity for industry professionals to connect and build new relationships, whilst enjoying a drink in a relaxed setting., offering a unique setting to come together, share insights, and build valuable connections in a casual setting over drinks and canapes.
Austmine Members will showcase how METS companies are supporting underground sites through practical workforce solutions, training, systems and on-site support. Presentations will focus on real-world approaches to improving supervision, day-to-day execution and operational performance underground.
It’s the biggest night on the Queensland mining industry calendar, as suppliers, contractors and decision-makers swap boots for black-tie and high-vis for high fashion.
Hosted by the Bowen Basin Mining Club in partnership with the Queensland Resources Council, the Gala Dinner will highlight businesses of all sizes excelling in the Queensland mining industry.
During this webinar you will explore:
Join Associate Professor Sarel Gronum from The University of Queensland (UQ) for a Building Business Excellence Masterclass in Mackay, to explore how to identify, build, and sustain your competitive edge.
Competitive advantage isn’t luck; it comes from innovation and making deliberate choices that change how you compete. In this hands-on masterclass, you’ll learn how successful businesses build competitive advantage and outperform their peers.
We are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated relaunch of the Best in Business Awards in Mackay. This event will celebrate the achievements and innovations of our local businesses, shining a spotlight on the talent and dedication within our community.
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:
Copper to the World will once again bring together industry leaders, mining executives, and METS innovators to explore the latest developments shaping the future of copper mining. Under the theme, Powering the Future, we will explore how copper continues to drive progress in an era of technological transformation, shifting market dynamics, and increasing sustainability demands.