Western Australia
Preparing the Net-Zero Economy
An increasing number of small to medium businesses are struggling to keep up with evolving climate reporting requirements and how to prepare for the transition to a net zero economy. Even if you don’t meet the threshold for mandatory climate reporting, it’s important to get started on your climate journey, as your company forms part of your client’s supply chain and thus, you’re likely to get asked for climate data soon.
Business After Hours
Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you our May Business After Hours hosted by PLS to be held at the Hedland Hotel
How to Transform Managers to High Performing Leaders
A FREE workshop designed for managers, senior leaders, executives and general managers who want to know exactly how to transform managers into high performing leaders – leaders that get results but get it done the right way.
As a senior leader, you know that your managers are critical to the performance and ultimate success of your organisation. They’re responsible for executing strategy, setting goals, making decisions and leading team.
Winning Presentation Skills
The winning presentation skills workshop is designed to take your public speaking and presentation skills to the next level so that you can confidently and effectively deliver your presentation.
Starting A Business: Avoid Common Mistakes
This presentation aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate common pitfalls that can impede success.
Participants will learn about the most frequent mistakes new business owners make. The session will offer practical advice, valuable tips, and real-life examples to help you steer clear of these errors and set your business on the path to success.
Thinking and Speaking off the Cuff
How to speak without notice confidently. In this workshop, you will learn and practice techniques that will help you speak spontaneously with greater confidence and clarity, regardless of content and context.
Yuwa Conference 2025
Yuwa 2025 will be an essential platform for dialogue, learning, and forging meaningful relationships, with the ultimate goal of fostering economic opportunities that benefit First Nations businesses, industry, and the broader business community while honouring Indigenous business. Delegates can expect insights into the diverse facets of Indigenous entrepreneurship and gain valuable perspectives on navigating the business landscape.
PHCCI Business Excellence Awards
The PHCCI Business Excellence Awards is a prestigious evening dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements, innovation, and enterprising spirit of small to medium-sized businesses in the Town of Port Hedland.
These awards honour organisations that exemplify business excellence through their exceptional service, contributions to the local economy, and positive impact on the community.
Men in Business Luncheon
Hear from two inspiring local leaders — Byron Klein, Director of Hedland Eye Care, and Brett Ellacott, Director of Tan Ninety and Pilbara Projects Specialists — as they share their journeys of growth, leadership, and pushing boundaries in the Pilbara. Funded by the Local Buying Foundation.
Coffee Catch Up
Join the PHCCI for a project update from Kelly Lamperd , Manager Communications and External Affairs for Australian Renewable Energy Hub.
Pilbara Summit 2025 – Unlocking the opportunities
Pilbara 2025 is the biggest and most exciting industry event in the region and will be looking at the economic growth, investment, development and diversity of local industry.
Naidoc Week
NAIDOC Opening Concert
Watch this space for more event announcements — including the Opening Concert and Nothing But Net kids’ basketball comp hosted by Hedland Aboriginal Strong Leaders & Julyardi Aboriginal Corporation.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health Training with KAL Essence .At KAL Essence, we know that mental health affects everyone—at work, at home, and in our communities. Our Mental Health First Aid training is delivered by experienced Indigenous facilitators and is designed to be practical, engaging, and accessible to all. Whether you’re supporting a colleague, friend, or family member, our training gives you the tools to recognise signs of mental distress, respond with confidence, and create safer, more supportive environments for everyone.
Indigenous Mental Health, Complex Racial Trauma & Attachment
Dr Tracy Westerman’s ‘Indigenous Mental Health, Complex Racial Trauma & Attachment’
Indigenous Psychological Services (IPS) has been at the forefront of research, development and delivery of cultural competency programs since 1998.
A three day event on INDIGENOUS MENTAL HEALTH, COMPLEX RACIAL TRAUMA & ATTACHMENT
Coffee Catch Up
Join the PHCCI team and Kate Holling General Manager of Rail at BHP’s Western Australian Iron Ore operations (WAIO) , for a coffee and catch-up at The Web Business Hub.
Beyond Cultural Competency to Behaviour Change
ndigenous Psychological Services (IPS) has been at the forefront of research, development and delivery of cultural competency intervention programs CCIPs since 1998.
This program also focuses on the practical development of skills specific to retaining Aboriginal people in the workplace.
WA Mining Conference and Exhibition
The 2024 WA Mining Conference and Exhibition experienced its highest attendance level in the event’s history, with 3,000+ attendees, 120+ exhibitors and 40+ guest speakers over the two-day event.
Key theme’s this year will include – Advanced Technology | Innovative Solutions | Decarbonisation | Future Outlook | Software & Data Analysis.
Waalitj Foundation Annual Gala Dinner 2025
2025 Waalitj Foundation Gala Dinner will celebrate its’ 20th Anniversary!
This year marks two decades of the Waalitj Foundation’s dedication to supporting and empowering First Nations Australians, leading the provision of education, employment and business opportunities.
Our Annual Gala Dinner has been a fixture on Perth’s social and philanthropic calendar for over 15 years. This event is coordinated to raise much needed funds for the Waalitj Foundation.
Together, we will continue to make a positive impact and empower First Nations Peoples to fly.
For more information on the Local Buying Program in Western Australia contact:

Kristy Foale-Hickmott
