Register

Buyers (BHP / BMA)

BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

BHP / BMA Employee Registration

Buyers (LBP Engage)

This registration is for employees of approved BHP contractor organisations participating in LBP Engage. Authorised employees can register for access to supplier discovery, sourcing tools and procurement reporting, subject to approval by their organisation’s LBP Engage administrator.

LBP Engage Buyer Registration

Western Australia

Events

11 Nov

Hedland Economic Forum

South Hedland 9.00am - 2.00pm

This one-day event will bring together business leaders, industry experts, and community stakeholders to explore the key economic trends and opportunities shaping the region. Attendees will have the chance to network with local and regional businesses, hear the latest project updates and discover procurement opportunities, providing valuable insights to support growth and collaboration within the Hedland business community.

11 Nov

Business Growth Series – People and Customer

Online 11.00am - 1.00pm

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.

The workshop is delivered online in parts, with each session running for 2 or 3 hours depending on the delivery schedule.

Business Essentials workshops are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to increase their knowledge of business fundamentals and take the next steps towards business ownership.

12 Nov

AI for Small Business

Online

A practical four part series designed to help small business owners understand, use and apply AI in a meaningful way.

Across four sessions, you’ll build your knowledge step by step from the fundamentals through to using AI for marketing and business growth.

12 Nov

Contracting and Capability Statements

Online

A capability statement outlines what you can offer potential clients and provides the essential details to help them decide whether to do business with you. It can also be used to open doors to new suppliers or incorporated into tender documents.

17 Nov

IBA – Budgeting and Finance Strategy

Online 11.00am - 2.00pm

Learn about basic financial management and budgeting for business at this workshop. During this session you will learn about key financial concepts and develop budgets using a specially designed spreadsheet budgeting tool.

Business Essentials workshops are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to increase their knowledge of business fundamentals and take the next steps towards business ownership.

24 Nov

IBA – Building Blocks for Business Success

Online 11.00am - 2.00pm

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.

Business Essentials workshops are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to increase their knowledge of business fundamentals and take the next steps towards business ownership.

30 Nov

IBA – Budgeting and Finance Strategy

Online 11.00am - 2.00pm

Learn about basic financial management and budgeting for business at this workshop. During this session you will learn about key financial concepts and develop budgets using a specially designed spreadsheet budgeting tool.

Business Essentials workshops are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to increase their knowledge of business fundamentals and take the next steps towards business ownership.

06 Dec

KDCCI Chamber Connect

Karratha 9.00am - 10.00am

At the Karratha & Districts Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KDCCI), we believe in the power of connection and community. We’re excited to invite you to our Chamber Connect, an informal gathering where you can network, share ideas, and build relationships over a cup of coffee.

10 Mar

Yuwa

Kalgoorlie 8.00am - 4.30pm

Yuwa 2027 is GABC’s flagship two-day Aboriginal Business Conference celebrating Aboriginal business, culture, and leadership.

Building on the success of Yuwa 2025 and our 2023 Business Conference & Expo, this event concept brings together Aboriginal business leaders, industry partners, government representatives, and community voices to explore new opportunities and drive lasting impact.

Two days. Two perspectives. One purpose.

For more information on the Local Buying Program in Western Australia contact:

Kate Spencer

Business Development Principal - West/Central

kate.spencer@c-res.com.au

1800 536 663