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.
As an eligible taxpayer, you can access the ATO fuel response payment plan with the following conditions:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 assumes a basic knowledge about the program and its legislation.
It will cover:
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.
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.
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:
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 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.
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:
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.
During this webinar you will explore: