Register

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

New South Wales

Events

08 May

ATO Fuel Response Payment Plan

Online

As an eligible taxpayer, you can access the ATO fuel response payment plan with the following conditions:

  • no upfront payment
  • a 3-year payment plan period of 36 equal monthly instalments
  • general interest charge remission (GIC). We will make a decision to remit any general interest charge that has accrued from the time of your application to the date of the third monthly instalment
16 Jun

Practical knowledge to reduce uncertainty

Online 2.30 - 4.00pm

This session assumes a basic knowledge about the program and its legislation.

It will cover:

  • DISR’s approach to managing program integrity
  • how record-keeping supports eligibility
  • using advance findings to obtain certainty
  • how overseas findings operate
18 Jun

Marketing Fundamentals

Online 4.00 - 7.00pm

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.

19 Jun

Muswellbrook Business Awards

Muswellbrook 6.00 - 11.00pm

The Chamber’s Business Awards are a premier event on the Muswellbrook Business Calendar. The Awards Ceremony is a Black-Tie event held each year with the evening showcasing finalists across a range of categories that have been assessed by a panel of independent judges.

22 Jun

Less Waste, More Metal: The solutions that work

Online 2.00 - 2.45pm

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

23 Jun

Tenders and Capability Statements

Singleton 10.00am - 12.00pm

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.

23 Jun

Your Business and IBA

Online 10.00am - 1.00pm

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.

24 Jun

An Introduction to WH&S

Online 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 including:

  • small business rebate program
  • work health and safety laws
  • risk management
30 Jun

Business Financing

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

During this webinar you will discover:

  • Various types of business financing.
  • Why financing may or may not be suitable for your business.
30 Jun

Budgeting and Finance Strategy

Online 4.00 - 7.00pm

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.

30 Jun

Psychological Health and Safety for Small Business

Online 10.00 - 11.00am

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.

04 Jul

Business Singleton Awards

Singleton 6.00 - 11.00pm

Category winners will be recognised first and foremost for their success within our community. As part of their recognition, winners who wish to do so will be supported by Business Singleton should they choose to align with or submit to external award programs in the future, ensuring local success always comes first.

08 Jul

Cultural Capability

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

Led by Mundanara Bayles, this session provides leaders with practical insights and skills to engage meaningfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
Mundanara has appealed to leaders to acknowledge the wisdom of the traditional owners: “You have a privilege to engage with the culture of this land – how do you see the culture of this land. It is part of you if you live in Australia.” Drawing on Aboriginal wisdom and guided by the Terms of Reference developed by Dr Lilla Watson, participants will explore how ethical, relational, and culturally informed leadership can strengthen organisational strategy, inclusion, and decision-making.

08 Jul

An Introduction to WH&S

Online 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 including:

  • small business rebate program
  • work health and safety laws
  • risk management
21 Jul

Improving Workforce Performance in Underground Mining

Online 2.00 - 3.00pm

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.

22 Jul

Supervisor Workshop

Singleton 9.00am - 1.30pm

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.

23 Jul

Deaing with Difficult People

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

During this webinar you will explore:

  • Resources to recognise toxic behaviour, protect boundaries and remain composed under pressure.
  • The power of remaining silent and handling challenging personalities with confidence.
31 Jul

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety

Online 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. Some topics include:

  • small business rebate program
  • work health and safety laws
  • risk management
  • training
  • general electrical safety
  • traffic management
04 Aug

An Introduction to Work Health and Safety

Online 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. Some topics include:

  • small business rebate program
  • work health and safety laws
  • risk management
  • training
  • general electrical safety
  • traffic management
12 Aug

How to effectively work with AI

Online 12.00 - 1.00pm

Join Gareth Rydon, co-founder of Friyay for an insightful webinar on how to approach and work effectively with AI. With experience across corporate innovation to startup ecosystems, Gareth has a wealth of knowledge in human‑centred design and emerging technologies.

For more information on the Local Buying Program in New South Wales contact:

Please contact 1800 536 663 or info@localbuying.com.au.