Building your best tender response supplier workshop
This session will provide businesses with practical steps for developing stronger tender responses and build their understanding of the process for lodging a tender submission.
Queensland
12
Mar
16
Mar
Mackay Robotic/Cobot Roadshow
This roadshow brings together technology providers and industry specialists to share honest insights into how robots and cobots are being used today, how Australia compares with leading international markets, and where automation genuinely adds value, and where it doesn’t.
Alongside live demonstrations, the day is designed to encourage open discussion around capability, limitations, return on investment, skills, and implementation pathways, with plenty of time for questions, conversation, and networking with peers and experts.
17
Mar
Tendering – Top Ten Tips Webinar
Discover the top ten tendering tips that will help your business stand out and be compliant in competitive procurement.
17
Mar
Integrated Manufacturing Systems Masterclass
Integrating business systems in a manufacturing business is crucial as it streamlines operations and enhances data accuracy.
19
Mar
Applied AI for Regional Decision‑Makers
Utilising the Microsoft AI ecosystem (CoPilot and Azure AI) to empower regional decision makers with data insights and capabilities.
Delivered by: Daniel Brown (Microsoft Copilot MVP) from Frontrow Technology
Regional decision‑makers are busy – and most aren’t looking for more tools or tech jargon. They want clarity, confidence and practical ways to improve the decisions they make every day.
19
Mar
Capability Statement Workshop
By attending the workshop you will learn:
• why a capability statement is important
• how to use your capability statement to market your product or service
• how to use your capability statement to accompany contract tender submissions
• best-practice fundamentals for developing and drafting a powerful capability statement
• how to access the latest information on Queensland’s supply chain opportunities
24
Mar
Capability Statement Workshop
By attending the workshop you will learn:
• why a capability statement is important
• how to use your capability statement to market your product or service
• how to use your capability statement to accompany contract tender submissions
• best-practice fundamentals for developing and drafting a powerful capability statement
• how to access the latest information on Queensland’s supply chain opportunities
25
Mar
Effective Contract Delivery
Want to ensure smooth contract delivery to help win ongoing business? Do you want to learn the Critical Contract Checks to navigate the complexities of contract delivery with confidence?
This one-hour Effective Contract Delivery webinar will:
- provide the Critical Contract Checks that you need to make before signing
- provide you with an overview of some process you can implement to track your contract delivery performance
- provide examples of common mistakes to avoid
26
Mar
AI’s Role in Modern Manufacturing
A practical 1 hour workshop with Presenters from ARM Hub, designed specifically for manufacturing leaders to:
- Learn why AI matters to your operations and future growth
- Understand what AI adoption means for your business
- Discover the first actionable steps you can take today.
26
Mar
Who’s Going to Run this Place?
Workforce pressure isn’t coming. It’s here.
From attracting skilled workers and navigating migration pathways, to retaining staff and building strong local talent pipelines, regional businesses are facing big questions about what comes next.
This edition of The Brief dives into the future of work in our region, exploring practical, local solutions and bold ideas for building a sustainable workforce.
If you’re thinking about succession, staffing, skills or simply staying competitive, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
12
May
Mentoring for Growth Day
Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.
13
May
Mentoring for Growth Day
Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities.
28
May
TechVerge 2026
Tech Verge is Greater Whitsunday Innovation’s premier annual technology conference, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts from across the region and beyond.
This two-day event features keynote presentations, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and a showcase of cutting-edge technologies and startups.
09
Jun
Lean Manufacturing and Cultural Maturity Workshop
An Introduction to Lean Manufacturing Philosophy and offers solutions to the challenges in change management processes.
18
Jun
Tendering – Top Ten Tips
Improve your chances of tendering success!
From planning your response to submitting your tender, this workshop will give you the top ten tips to tendering.
Our tips will help you improve your approach to tendering and how to address the non-price criteria in tender documents.
23
Jun
Capability Statement Workshop
Building capability statements that help your business thrive!
A capability statement is a tool that allows procurement teams to assess your expertise and achievements, as well as your potential to deliver goods and services. It outlines the capabilities and skills of your business.
A capability statement is essential for applying for and securing tendering opportunities in government and private sector projects. They can also be uploaded to online databases and be used to support your finance applications.
For more information on the Local Buying Program in Queensland contact:
Emma McCullagh
