Free Sustainability Coaching – Cairns

Cairns 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 Cairns on the 9th 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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Free Sustainability Coaching – Charleville and Quilpie

Charleville 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 Charleville and Quilpie from the 24th to 27th of August 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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Create a Lean Business Plan

Online 10.00am - 1.00pm

In the final workshop of the series, participants bring together information gained from the other workshops and their own research.

Using their business development learner guide, participants will develop a lean business plan and showcase their business.

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Workshop: Understanding Website Analytics

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

Your website collects valuable information every day. The challenge is knowing what it means and how to use it to improve your business.

This beginner-friendly session explains website analytics in plain English, helping you understand where visitors come from, what they’re doing and how to make informed marketing decisions.

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Ahead of the Game: Cairns

Cairns 8.30am - 3.30pm

The next decade will bring huge opportunities for businesses in Far North Queensland.

As northern Australia’s gateway to the Asia-Pacific and with major investment transforming key industries, now is the time for local businesses to position themselves for the opportunities ahead.

Our Ahead of the Game conference creates dedicated time away to plan your next steps, bringing insights, practical workshops and networking opportunities so you can prepare your business for growth.

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Best in Business Awards

Mackay 5.30 - 9.30pm

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.

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Psychosocial Hazards for Small Business Leaders | August 2026

Online 1.00pm - 3.00pm

As a small business owner, you have a responsibility to eliminate or minimise psychosocial risks to safeguard your staff’s wellbeing and mental health. But what does this mean, and how does it work?

We have curated a 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.

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Building Blocks for Business Success Building Blocks for Business Success

Online 10.00am - 1.00pm

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.

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Lunch & Learn: Does Your Website Pass the 10-Second Test?

Online 12.00pm - 12.30pm

You only have a few seconds to convince someone they’ve come to the right place. If visitors can’t quickly understand who you are, what you do and how to take the next step, they’ll often leave and visit a competitor instead.

In this practical session, you’ll learn how to view your website through the eyes of a potential customer. We’ll identify the common mistakes that cause people to click away and explore simple improvements that can increase enquiries, sales and customer confidence, without needing to rebuild your entire website.

Whether your website is brand new or has been online for years, you’ll leave with a checklist of practical actions you can implement immediately.

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Effective Contract Delivery

Online 10.00 - 11.00am

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Free Sustainability Coaching – Rockhampton

Rockhampton 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 Rockhampton from the 2nd to 3rd 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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Workshop: Customer Service Basics

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

Great customer service builds loyalty, generates referrals and creates repeat business. Small improvements in the customer experience can make a big difference.

This practical session explores the habits and communication skills that help businesses consistently deliver excellent service, even when things don’t go to plan.

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Business Essentials – Marketing Fundamentals

Online 10.00am - 1.00pm

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.

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Lunch & Learn: Grant Writing Mistakes That Cost Funding

Online 12.00pm - 12.30pm

A great project idea isn’t always enough to secure funding. Many grant applications miss out because of avoidable mistakes, unclear responses or failing to demonstrate the impact of the project.

This practical session will help you understand what funding bodies are looking for and how to avoid the common pitfalls that weaken applications. Whether you’re applying for your first grant or looking to improve your success rate, you’ll gain practical tips to help you write stronger, more competitive submissions.

You’ll also learn how to plan ahead, gather the right supporting information and present your project in a way that clearly demonstrates value and aligns with the grant’s objectives.

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The Brief: Olympic Games Edition

Mackay 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Join MRCOC for the next edition of The Brief, featuring Dominique Lamb, Director of Community Affairs with the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee. Former Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique is leading regional engagement to ensure communities across the state have a voice in the journey to 2032 and beyond.

Discover how the Games Vision, Believe. Belong. Become., translates into real opportunities for Mackay, from business capability and procurement to regional legacy, community confidence and global visibility. Whether you’re a business owner, community leader or simply curious about what Brisbane 2032 means for our region, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Thanks to Local Buying Foundation for their support of The Brief Series.

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Workshop: Recruitment Planning for Small Business

Online 11.00am - 12.00pm

Finding the right employee starts long before you advertise the position. A little planning can save significant time, money and frustration.

In this session, you’ll learn how to identify your staffing needs, write better job descriptions and develop a recruitment process that attracts quality candidates.

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Greater Whitsunday Regional Projects Forum

Mackay 9.00am - 3.00pm

Hear directly from project proponents and industry leaders at the Greater Whitsunday Regional Projects Forum, featuring updates on major projects, investment pipelines and procurement opportunities across the region. The forum will also provide valuable market intelligence and networking opportunities with project proponents and prime contractors.

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R U OK? Day Breakfast

Mackay 6.4am

Join RIN for a free R U OK? Day Breakfast, proudly sponsored by FMS Group. Come together with industry colleagues over breakfast to recognise R U OK? Day and the importance of connection, meaningful conversations and looking out for one another.

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The Brief: Olympic Games Edition

Mackay 5.30pm - 7.30pm

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games represent far more than a sporting event. They are a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape Queensland’s future, with lasting benefits for regional communities and businesses.

Join us for the next edition of The Brief, featuring Dominique Lamb, Director of Community Affairs with the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee. Former Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique is leading regional engagement to ensure communities across the state have a voice in the journey to 2032 and beyond.

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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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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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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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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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RUOK? Day Breakfast 2026 – FREE EVENT

Mackay 6.45am

Join Resource Industry Network for a free R U OK? Day Breakfast, proudly sponsored by FMS Group. Connect with industry colleagues over breakfast and help support an important conversation around connection, wellbeing and checking in with those around us.

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