Events listed below are either of relevance to the local business community or are delivered or sponsored by the Local Buying Program or Local Buying Foundation.

Women’s Health Morning Tea 2026

Singleton  |  25 Sep 2026  |  10.00am

Most business leaders know their workplace affects their people – but few understand the legal obligations, the hidden hazards or the real human cost of getting it wrong.

In this practical session, Nicole Turnbull and Dr Caroline Howe will help cut through the confusion around psychosocial safety. They will unpack what psychosocial safety actually means for businesses, how to focus on prevention and how to put it into practice in your own workplace.

Women’s Health Morning Tea

Singleton  |  25 Sep 2026  |  10.00am - 11.30am

Most business leaders know their workplace affects their people – but few understand the legal obligations, the hidden hazards or the real human cost of getting it wrong.

Understanding Business Insurance: Protecting Your Business with Confidence

Online  |  25 Sep 2026  |  12.00pm - 1.00pm

Running a small business comes with a range of risks, from property damage and theft to liability claims, business interruption and unexpected events that can impact day-to-day operations. Join NRMA Insurance for an informative webinar designed to help business owners better understand business insurance, the types of cover available, and the key considerations when choosing protection for their business. The session will explore common business risks, how insurance works, and the factors that can influence premiums.

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Online Seminar

Online  |  29 Sep 2026  |  9.30am - 10.30am

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

Lunch & Learn: How to Approach Difficult Conversations

Online  |  29 Sep 2026  |  12.00pm - 12.30pm

Whether it’s addressing poor performance, resolving conflict, giving constructive feedback or having an honest conversation with a customer, difficult conversations are part of running a business. The difference is knowing how to handle them with confidence, empathy and professionalism.

This practical session provides a simple framework for preparing for challenging discussions, keeping emotions under control and working towards positive outcomes. You’ll gain practical techniques you can apply immediately in your workplace and everyday business interactions.

Lunch & Learn: How to Approach Difficult Conversations

Online  |  29 Sep 2026  |  12.00pm - 12.30pm

Whether it’s addressing poor performance, resolving conflict, giving constructive feedback or having an honest conversation with a customer, difficult conversations are part of running a business. The difference is knowing how to handle them with confidence, empathy and professionalism.

This practical session provides a simple framework for preparing for challenging discussions, keeping emotions under control and working towards positive outcomes. You’ll gain practical techniques you can apply immediately in your workplace and everyday business interactions.

Singleton – Supervisor Workshop

Club Singleton  |  1 Oct 2026  |  9.00am - 1.30pm

WORKSHOP OUTCOMES

Australian Tax Office – Recording Business Income and Expenses – VIRTUAL

Online  |  1 Oct 2026  |  8.30am - 9.30am

Keeping accurate business income and expense records and recording these correctly in your tax return saves you time and money. Learn how to set up a system that accurately records income and expenses and allows you to easily transfer these to your tax return at tax time.

Indigenous Business Australia – Building Blocks for Business Success – VIRTUAL

Online  |  1 Oct 2026  |  4.30pm - 7.30pm

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.

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Online Seminar

Online  |  6 Oct 2026  |  9.30am - 10.30am

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

Micro Business Skill Set | October

Online  |  6 Oct 2026 - 20 Oct 2026  |  9.00am

Our Micro Skill Set training, is a 3-day accredited program that gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to build a professional Business Plan.

With classroom learning, practical tasks, and homework, you’ll walk away with a plan that’s tailored to your business idea.

Saudi Arabia Market Readiness Program

Online  |  6 Oct 2026 - 20 Oct 2026  |  3.30pm - 4.30pm

Join Austmine for a three-part online program exploring Saudi Arabia’s mining market and the steps Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies can take to assess and pursue opportunities.

The program will examine customer priorities, market entry options and the requirements of supplying the Saudi Arabian market. Expert presentations and industry discussion will help companies consider the commercial implications for their products and services.

Participants will have access to practical guides and case study examples to support partner assessment and delivery planning, with time to identify actions for their own business.

Unlocking opportunities under the Australia-EU FTA: Packaging Compliance for Exporters

Online  |  6 Oct 2026  |  3.30pm - 4.30pm

Europe is introducing significant new packaging and sustainability requirements that will affect companies exporting packaged products to the region.

Philippines Market Entry Readiness: From Market Insight to Action

Online  |  8 Oct 2026  |  1.30pm - 3.00pm

Austmine and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) invite Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies to join a practical webinar focused on taking the next step in the Philippines mining market.

The Philippines presents opportunities for Australian METS across mining equipment, technology, engineering, processing, environmental management, safety, training and operational improvement. Turning those opportunities into meaningful engagement requires companies to consider where their capabilities fit, what information they still need and how prepared they are to pursue the market.

The New Customer Journey Forum

singleton  |  8 Oct 2026  |  11.00am - 12.30pm

Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Claire Quigley

Hear representatives from government, tourism and business sectors as they discuss the changes occurring in Singleton in the coming months, how businesses can adapt, and emerging opportunities.

From Reactive Repairs to Planned Cycles: The Future of Bucket Maintenance

Online  |  13 Oct 2026  |  2.00pm - 2.45pm

Excavator buckets are traditionally maintained reactively, with cracking, wear and structural repairs handled onsite as they arise. This session looks at what changes when bucket maintenance is planned instead.

We’ll walk through case studies showing how a bucket can deliver up to 18,000 hours of operation across planned maintenance cycles.

We’ll cover the safety case for moving welding, grinding and structural repairs away from the mine site, what “maintenance-free” actually means in practice, and how planned cycles compare to reactive repairs on availability and total cost of ownership.

Construction Industry Online Work Health and Safety Seminar

Online  |  14 Oct 2026  |  3.00 - 4.30pm

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

Ethical Entrepreneur

Online  |  21 Oct 2026  |  12.00pm - 1.00pm

Woen in Business – Join Amanda Rose founder and CEO of Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia (ESBWA) and Western Sydney Women for a webinar on growing a profitable social enterprise. As an advocate for women in business, media commentator, keynote speaker and entrepreneur, Amanda is known for her strategic practical approach to leadership and business.

During this webinar, you will learn about:

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Online Seminar

Online  |  22 Oct 2026  |  12.00 - 1.00pm

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

Austmine Networking Event at IMARC

Sydney  |  26 Oct 2026  |  6.00pm - 8.30pm

To kick things off, Austmine will host our popular pre-conference networking event, on Monday 26 October at the Australian National Maritime Museum.

This event offers an exceptional opportunity to reconnect with industry colleagues and make new connections over drinks and canapes. Set in a relaxed, informal atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to ease into the conference and expand your network within the mining industry.

International Mining & Resources Conference (IMARC)

Sydney  |  29 Oct 2026  |  8.00am - 5.00pm

Learn from more than 600+ mining leaders and resource experts throughout seven concurrent conferences with a program covering the entire mining value chain. Attend one of many networking events or simply catch up with industry colleagues on the 20,000m2 expo show floor featuring 500+ leading companies.

Register for a delegate pass, add on networking events including the gala dinner or claim your expo pass.

Construction Industry Online Work Health and Safety Seminar

Online  |  30 Oct 2026  |  8.00 - 9.30am

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

The Summit 2026

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley  |  2 Nov 2026 - 3 Nov 2026

NSW’s Premier Event for Indigenous Procurement, Employment and Engagement. Two powerful days of connection, collaboration and opportunity.

Construction Industry Online Work Health and Safety Seminar

Online  |  3 Nov 2026  |  8.00 - 9.30am

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

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety Online Seminar

Online  |  11 Nov 2026  |  4.00 - 5.00pm

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