Over the Horizon: Connecting Aboriginal Enterprise to Defence

Henderson 9.00am - 1.00pm

Over the Horizon is an education and capability-building program designed to support Aboriginal businesses to prepare for and engage with opportunities in Australia’s Defence industry.

Delivered in partnership by Waalitj Foundation and Zagul Biri, the program brings together Waalitj’s community and employment networks with Zagul Biri’s Defence industry expertise and lived experience of Indigenous engagement in the sector.

Together, the two organisations provide participants with practical, culturally grounded guidance from people who understand both worlds. The program focuses on building practical understanding of Defence markets, procurement and commercial expectations.

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Australian Tax Office – Recording Business Income and Expenses – VIRTUAL

Online 8.30am - 9.30am

Keeping accurate business income and expense records and recording these correctly in your tax return saves you time and money. Learn how to set up a system that accurately records income and expenses and allows you to easily transfer these to your tax return at tax time.

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Indigenous Business Australia – Building Blocks for Business Success – VIRTUAL

Online 4.30pm - 7.30pm

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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Saudi Arabia Market Readiness Program

Online 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Join Austmine for a three-part online program exploring Saudi Arabia’s mining market and the steps Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies can take to assess and pursue opportunities.

The program will examine customer priorities, market entry options and the requirements of supplying the Saudi Arabian market. Expert presentations and industry discussion will help companies consider the commercial implications for their products and services.

Participants will have access to practical guides and case study examples to support partner assessment and delivery planning, with time to identify actions for their own business.

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Introduction to Business Workshop

Lathlain 9.00am - 2.00pm

Proudly presented by the Waalitj Hub and Six Seasons Connect

This workshop is free to attend for First Nations Peoples looking to start a business, or are needing a refresher in basic business concepts and planning.

This entry-level program is aimed at those who are thinking of starting a business but are not sure where to begin. All in all, this workshop is aimed to assist participants to explore and map their business idea and to provide practical steps towards business readiness along with connecting to a range of business supports and resources.

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Unlocking opportunities under the Australia-EU FTA: Packaging Compliance for Exporters

Online 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Europe is introducing significant new packaging and sustainability requirements that will affect companies exporting packaged products to the region.

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Philippines Market Entry Readiness: From Market Insight to Action

Online 1.30pm - 3.00pm

Austmine and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) invite Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) companies to join a practical webinar focused on taking the next step in the Philippines mining market.

The Philippines presents opportunities for Australian METS across mining equipment, technology, engineering, processing, environmental management, safety, training and operational improvement. Turning those opportunities into meaningful engagement requires companies to consider where their capabilities fit, what information they still need and how prepared they are to pursue the market.

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From Reactive Repairs to Planned Cycles: The Future of Bucket Maintenance

Online 2.00pm - 2.45pm

Excavator buckets are traditionally maintained reactively, with cracking, wear and structural repairs handled onsite as they arise. This session looks at what changes when bucket maintenance is planned instead.

We’ll walk through case studies showing how a bucket can deliver up to 18,000 hours of operation across planned maintenance cycles.

We’ll cover the safety case for moving welding, grinding and structural repairs away from the mine site, what “maintenance-free” actually means in practice, and how planned cycles compare to reactive repairs on availability and total cost of ownership.

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Women of the Pilbara Forum

Port Hedland 8.00am - 3.00pm

Held over two days at the Hedland Hotel in Port Hedland, the Forum celebrates the leadership, innovation and contribution of women across industry, business and community. From local entrepreneurs to senior leaders in major organisations, the event showcases the diverse talent driving progress across the Pilbara.

At its heart, the Forum reflects the strength of the Pilbara itself — a region defined by resilience, partnership and opportunity.

It provides a platform to share knowledge, elevate voices and support the continued growth of women as leaders, decision-makers and changemakers within our communities and industries.

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Critical risk management webinar

Online 1.00pm - 2.30pm

Understanding and managing critical risks is essential to maintaining safe workplaces in high risk industries. Join our inspectors as they provide an overview of how these industries are regulated, the key risks they manage, and the approaches used to prevent major incidents and protect workers, communities and the environment.

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Workplace exposure limits webinar

Online 10.00am - 11.30am

The transition from workplace exposure standards (WES) to workplace exposure limits (WELs) is an important change for Western Australian workplaces. Join our inspectors as they provide an overview of the regulatory changes, explain stakeholder obligations and outline compliance expectations for general and mining sector.

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KDCCI Chamber Connect – Oct 2026

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.

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The Power of Procurement Networking Event

Perth 4.00pm - 6.00pm

While innovation is often associated with new technologies, successful implementation depends on far more than the solution itself. Procurement teams, operational leaders, OEMs, contractors and service providers all play an important role in evaluating, enabling and scaling new ideas across mine sites.

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Lunch and learn session for HSRs: Musculoskeletal system disorders

Online 12.00pm - 12.45pm

Musculoskeletal disorders remain one of the most common workplace injuries.  This free 45-minute session will help health and safety representatives identify hazards, understand key risk factors and explore ways to reduce the risk of injury through effective consultation and risk management.

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Mental Health Support for First Responders

Port Hedland 9.00 - 11.00am

Learn how to recognise the difference between a mental health concern and a mental health crisis, provide peer support, initiate supportive conversations, and connect colleagues with professional mental health services when needed.

The course also emphasises reducing stigma and creating a supportive workplace culture.

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KDCCI Business Excellence Awards 2026

Dampier

The KDCCI Business Excellence Awards celebrate the businesses, individuals, and organisations that power Karratha’s economy. This prestigious event recognises achievement, innovation, and entrepreneurship, shining a spotlight on the vital role businesses play in creating a strong, connected, and sustainable community.

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KDCCI Business Breakfast Briefing: Major Projects

Karratha 7.30am - 9.00am

KDCCI’s quarterly Business Breakfast Briefings provide the local business community with high-level updates and insights. These sessions bring together business owners and key decision-makers to discuss topics that impact our region, share relevant information, and offer opportunities for networking and advocacy.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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