Events listed below are either of relevance to the local business community or are delivered or sponsored by the Local Buying Program.

ATO Fuel Response Payment Plan

Online  |  8 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

As an eligible taxpayer, you can access the ATO fuel response payment plan with the following conditions:

Marketing Fundamentals

Online  |  18 Jun 2026  |  4.00 - 7.00pm

At this workshop you will hear how applying the fundamental principles of marketing can help to increase awareness of your business and improve the potential for customers to buy from you.

Less Waste, More Metal: The solutions that work

Online  |  22 Jun 2026  |  2.00 - 2.45pm

Declining grades and increasing metallurgical complexity are often seen as unavoidable in modern mining—but they don’t have to be.

Discover how real-time process intelligence, enabled by current and emerging technologies such as online analysers, is helping operations make faster

Your Business and IBA

Online  |  23 Jun 2026  |  10.00am - 1.00pm

Do you have an idea for a business? Or are you just starting out and want to find out more? This info session is a great place to start!

Topics include:
• what is business, why go into business and are you ready
• business success, risks and challenges
• business preparation and planning
• developing and testing your business idea
• business essentials workshops and how they fit into your plan
• business development learner guide (supplied) and how to use it.
• IBA, your business and how we can help.

For Business Leaders Workshop

Port Hedland  |  23 Jun 2026  |  9.00am - 2.00pm

Join Jane from Scope Training for this practical leadership workshop. Running a small business demands more than technical skills — it requires clarity, confidence and the ability to continuously grow as a leader.

Building on the foundations of Emotional Intelligence, this workshop focuses on strengthening your personal effectiveness to help you lead with purpose and impact.

New IR Laws

Online  |  26 Jun 2026  |  10.00 - 10.45 am

A partnership with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and the Australian Federal Governments Productivity, Education and Training Fund presents the latest educational series on Australian IR Laws.

Budgeting and Finance Strategy

Online  |  30 Jun 2026  |  4.00 - 7.00pm

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.

NAIDOC Week Festival

Port Hedland  |  8 Jul 2026  |  9.00am - 1.00pm

The theme for NAIDOC Week 2026 is Fifty Years of Deadly – a milestone and tribute to the people who built the movement. Together, we will celebrate those who came before us, stand strong in the present, and look toward the future.

Improving Workforce Performance in Underground Mining

Online  |  21 Jul 2026  |  2.00 - 3.00pm

Austmine Members will showcase how METS companies are supporting underground sites through practical workforce solutions, training, systems and on-site support.  Presentations will focus on real-world approaches to improving supervision, day-to-day execution and operational performance underground.

Business Photography Workshop

Port Hedland  |  21 Jul 2026  |  9.00am - 2.00pm

Join Impact Digi at the Web Hub for a full-day, hands-on workshop designed to help small businesses take cleaner, more professional-looking photos for social media and marketing—without needing expensive equipment. This practical session will walk you through how to confidently capture content that looks strong online and works across multiple platforms.

Microsoft Excel

Port Hedland  |  28 Jul 2026  |  12.00 - 2.00pm

Unlock Your Excel Potential! Bring your laptop for an MS Excel Intermediate Workshop led by Lorraine from Elite Business Services!

Provide First Aid Express

Wedgefield  |  29 Jul 2026  |  9.00am - 12.00pm

Book now for a First Aid & CPR course that includes a self-paced online component, followed by a practical 3-hour, face-to-face session.

Join KAL-Essence Training Group at The Tradie Hub for a hands-on First Aid and CPR Express course. Led by experienced and supportive trainers, this session combines practical and theoretical learning in a small group setting, giving you the confidence and skills to respond effectively in an emergency.

PHCCI Business After Hours

Port Hedland  |  30 Jul 2026  |  5.30 - 7.00pm

The Business After Hours Expo Series gives PHCCI members a fantastic opportunity to connect with the local business community and discover the range of businesses operating across Hedland.

Join us for an evening of relaxed networking, where you can meet fellow members, build new connections, and hear directly from featured businesses as they deliver short presentations about their products and services.

Free Business Mentoring

Port Hedland  |  11 Aug 2026

FREE Business Mentoring for Members! We have a limited number of FREE 1:1 mentoring sessions available exclusively for PHCCI Members! Meet with Jane from Scope Training for practical leadership guidance, gain tailored advice, practical insights and one-on-one mentoring to support your business and professional growth.

Mastering Difficult Conversations & Conflict Resolution

Port Hedland  |  12 Aug 2026  |  9.00am - 2.00pm

Join Jane from Scope Training for an interactive and practical workshop designed to help you confidently navigate difficult conversations and workplace conflict.

Ever had that knot in your stomach before a tough conversation? Or wished you had a magic wand to resolve conflicts effortlessly? We’ve all been there.

In this session, you’ll:
• Learn practical techniques to navigate tricky discussions with confidence
• Discover how to turn conflict into opportunities for growth and understanding
• Get hands-on practice in a supportive and engaging environment

Coffee Catch-Up with Neil Thomson MLC

Port Hedland  |  12 Aug 2026  |  10.00 - 11.30am

Join us for a coffee Catch up with Neil Thompson to discuss any concerns and hear what Neil has been working on.
This is your opportunity to hear direct updates, gain insights, and ask questions in a relaxed and engaging setting

Coffee Catch-Up with Dan Mossman

Port Hedland  |  12 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2026  |  10.00 - 11.30am

Join us for a coffee Catch up with Dan Mossman, General Manager Port at BHP! This is your opportunity to hear direct updates, gain insights, and ask questions in a relaxed and engaging setting

Snake Relocation Training

Wedgefield  |  19 Aug 2026  |  8.00am - 3.00pm

Tim and West Oz Wildlife are returning to The Tradie Hub for an action-packed, hands-on one-day Snake Relocation Course designed to keep you safe, skilled, and certified. With over 20 years of professional training experience, this course meets current OHS compliance requirements and gives you the confidence to safely handle and relocate snakes.

Snake Relocation Training

Wedgefield  |  20 Aug 2026  |  8.00am - 3.00pm

Tim and West Oz Wildlife are returning to The Tradie Hub for an action-packed, hands-on one-day Snake Relocation Course designed to keep you safe, skilled, and certified. With over 20 years of professional training experience, this course meets current OHS compliance requirements and gives you the confidence to safely handle and relocate snakes.

Presenting with Confidence

Port Hedland  |  28 Aug 2026  |  9.00am - 1.00pm

Join acclaimed actor and corporate communication specialist Myles Pollard Acting Workshops for an engaging workshop designed to help you master the art of confident and impactful presentations. Drawing on his extensive experience in acting and professional coaching, Myles will share practical techniques to refine your delivery, build authentic connections, and command the room with confidence.