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.

Naidoc Week

National  |  6 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is the Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy and celebrates 50 years of honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, resilience and culture. It’s a time to reflect on our Elders’ strength, embrace our communities’ vision, and celebrate the legacy being built by the next generation of leaders.

Eggonomics

Mackay  |  8 Jul 2025  |  8.00 - 9.30am

Start the new financial year sunny-side up at Eggonomics — our annual breakfast event that swaps the chaos of EOFY for coffee, conversation, and a clear-eyed look at the year ahead.

Building a WordPress website using the Divi Theme

Online  |  8 Jul 2025  |  10.00am - 12.00pm

In this “live workshop”, you will see every step to set up your WordPress website and start building it using the popular Divi theme.

Regional Resources & Innovation Expo

Mackay  |  10 Jul 2025 - 11 Jul 2025

The purpose of the Regional Resources & Innovation Expo aims to be a premier platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies, fostering industry collaboration, and driving sustainable advancements in the resources sector. This event will bring together industry leaders, technology innovators, policymakers, investors and anyone interested to explore solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Optimising and Expanding Your WordPress Website with Divi Theme

Online  |  15 Jul 2025  |  10.00am - 12.00pm

Whether you’re looking to improve user experience, boost website speed, or incorporate advanced features, this session has you covered.

Exploring Copilot’s Capabilities

Online  |  16 Jul 2025  |  12.00 - 1.00pm

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can streamline your workflow, boost productivity, and support everyday tasks in this one-hour lunch and learn session.

Automating Your Business for Growth

Online  |  23 Jul 2025  |  10.00am - 12.00pm

Learn how to implement scalable systems and automation in your business to handle growth without the growing pains. We’ll discuss how to use automated systems to manage increased demand, ensure consistent quality, and maintain customer satisfaction as your business expands.

Cashflow for Small Business Success

Online  |  25 Jul 2025  |  11.30am - 12.30pm

Have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs.

Capability Statement Workshop

Mackay  |  30 Jul 2025  |  9.00am - 1.00pm

This practical workshop will assist you develop and prepare an effective capability statement to help your business thrive.

RIN Awards

Mackay  |  22 Aug 2025  |  6.00 - 11.30pm

The RIN Awards recognise the significant achievements and enterprise that local businesses are demonstrating across seven categories including inclusion and diversity, expansion into new markets, safety foremost, standing out from the crowd, connecting in the community, champion culture and manufacturing excellence.

Goods and Services Tax

Online  |  25 Aug 2025  |  11.30am - 12.30pm

Have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs.

Central Highland Business Excellence Awards

Emerald  |  6 Sep 2025

The event will be an opportunity to come together to celebrate our region’s vibrant business community, its resilience and its achievements.

Hiring and Paying Workers

Online  |  25 Sep 2025  |  11.30am - 12.30pm

Have the opportunity to speak with experienced tax officers, ask questions and gain insights tailored to your business needs.

Indigenous Business Expo

Mackay  |  9 Oct 2025  |  7.30am - 3.00pm

Local businesses and procurement professionals are invited to the 4th annual Indigenous Business Expo for the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.

The event highlights culture, innovation, capability, and diversity of First Nations businesses across many business sectors. It’s an opportunity for procurement teams and decision-makers in mining, manufacturing, government, health, tourism, arts, education, construction, and agriculture to connect directly with Indigenous suppliers and explore future partnerships.