Austmine Webinar: Removing Bottlenecks

Online 2.00pm - 3.00pm

The mining sector is facing operational challenges on a day-to-day basis, impacting productivity, costs, reliability and performance. The Mining Operations – The Issues That Matter Now webinar series will dive into how METS companies are supporting mine sites to address these issues, with practical solutions, services and approaches in real operating environments.

Join us on Tuesday 15 September as we continue with Removing Bottlenecks – Unlocking Throughout by Targeting System Constraints. This session explores how METS companies are helping mine sites identify constraints and improve throughput through operational reviews, engineering services and process improvements.

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Ahead of the Game: Sunshine Coast

Mooloolaba 8.30am - 2.30pm

As one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regions, now is the time for Sunshine Coast businesses to position themselves for the opportunities ahead.

With more than $10 billion in infrastructure investment, a fast-growing population and an emerging tech sector, the Sunshine Coast is poised for significant growth. By preparing now, businesses can capitalise on the opportunities this presents.

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Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Export Essentials: Building Market Intelligence Using Smarter Data – VIRTUAL

Online 11.30am - 12.30pm

This series is for Australian businesses exploring export opportunities or looking to expand into new international markets.

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Indigenous Business Australia – Business Growth Series – People & Customer – VIRTUAL

Online 9.30am - 11.30am

Whether you’re scaling up or steadying the business after a rapid growth period, the right support can make all the difference. The Business Growth series are designed to support owners of growing Indigenous business to understand key aspects of strategic management, the operational or financial impacts of growth, whole-of-business considerations, and how to stay aligned with your vision and values.

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Decarbonisation Accelerated: Continuing the Conversation

Mackay 8.00am - 1.00pm

Following the success of our inaugural Continuing the Conversation event in 2025, businesses, industry leaders, and stakeholders will come together once again to explore the practical opportunities emerging through decarbonisation, diversification and innovation.

This year’s event is focused on implementation. What does change look like in practice? How are businesses adapting, identifying new opportunities, and positioning themselves for future growth?

Across the day, attendees will hear from leading voices in decarbonisation and diversification, including two keynote presentations that will challenge thinking, share practical insights and explore the pathways ahead for industry and regional businesses.

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Women in Manufacturing Breakfast

Mackay 7.30am - 9.30am

The Mackay Women in Manufacturing breakfast provides an engaging discussion on Queensland manufacturers’ ability to innovate and the opportunities and importance for women to contribute to and actively shape the future of the sector.

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Business Matters: Culture, Commerce and the Queensland Economy

South Brisbane 11.30am - 2.00pm

Brisbane 2032 will put Queensland in the spotlight – but the real opportunity starts well before the opening ceremony. This is our chance to harness international attention, cultural momentum, and worldwide connections to create new markets, strategic partnerships, and long-term economic value for businesses across the state.

This Business Matters event, supported by Australian Retirement Trust, will explore how Queensland can make the most of global attention in the lead up to Brisbane 2032 to drive growth in visitor numbers, strengthen trade connections, attract investment, and unlock commercial opportunities that last well beyond the Games.

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Free Sustainability Coaching – Caloundra

Caloundra 9.00am - 5.00pm

ecoBiz is a FREE program offered by Business Chamber Queensland that supports businesses with personalised coaching, training, resources and tools to help you save money by reducing your energy, water and waste costs, learning practical ways to use and manage your carbon emissions.

An ecoBiz sustainability coach is visiting Caloundra on the 23rd September 2026. Book now for a free on-site assessment (approximately 2 hours) at your business.

Register your business now for a free on-site assessment (approximately 2 hours).

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Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday First Nations Business Expo

Mackay 8.15am - 2.00pm

The event connects Indigenous businesses with buyers, procurement opportunities and valuable networking partnerships across our regions.

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