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

How to Build your Digital Footprint

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

Leverage AI – Use smart tools to save time, create content, and position your business as the obvious choice. Improve your SEO – Understand how search engines work and what to tweak so your business shows up higher in Google results.

Use social media strategically – Build visibility without burning yourself out or posting just for the sake of it. The focus is on simple strategies with powerful results – no tech overwhelm, no shiny-object chasing, just clear actions that move the needle.

Initial and Simplified Customer Due Diligence

Online  |  21 Apr 2026  |  9.30am - 10.45am

By the end of this webinar, you’ll be able to:

Stronger Together: From Assets to Action! REUNION

Online  |  23 Apr 2026  |  11.00am - 12.00pm

Together, we created space for meaningful dialogue, shared wisdom, and bold ideas. Now, we gather once more to celebrate what has emerged since, deepen our connections, and explore what’s next for our collective impact.

Snake Relocation Course

Wedgefield  |  23 Apr 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.

Coffee and Catch Up

Port Hedland  |  23 Apr 2026  |  10.00 - 11.30am

Join Hon Julie Freeman MLC and Leader of The Nationals WA, Shane Love MLA at the Web Business Hub for a relaxed coffee catch-up. Hear firsthand insights on current priorities, regional issues, and the work being undertaken to support communities across regional Western Australia. This is a great opportunity for local businesses and community members to connect, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.

Ongoing Customer Due Diligence

Online  |  23 Apr 2026  |  1.30 - 2.30pm

By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:

Men in Business Luncheon

Port Hedland  |  24 Apr 2026  |  12.00 - 2.00pm

Join PHCCI for their first Men in Business Luncheon of 2026 as we explore the theme: “Pivoting Your Career & Leadership in Your New Venture”

Guest Speakers:
Robbie Peck – Operations Manager, Prime First Aid & Training
Ben Rees-Mogg – Co-Founder, Thorny Devil Access + Industries

Coffee and Catch Up

Port Hedland  |  29 Apr 2026  |  10.00 - 11.30am

Join Regional Development Australia Pilbara CEO, Daiva Gillam, at the Web Business Hub for a relaxed coffee catch-up. Hear firsthand what RDA Pilbara is currently working on, including key projects, regional priorities, and opportunities shaping the future of the Pilbara. This is a great chance for local businesses and community members to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.

Remote First Aid Training

Wedgefield  |  5 May 2026  |  8.00am - 1.00pm

Join Emily from Prime First Aid & Training at the Tradie Hub for a Remote First Aid Training Course, designed specifically for those living and working in remote or isolated environments.

Coffee and Catch Up

Port Hedland  |  6 May 2026  |  10.00 - 11.30am

Join Australian Renewable Energy Hub CEO Neil Parker and the team for a Coffee & Catch Up at The Web. The Australian Renewable Energy Hub (AREH) is a globally significant renewable energy project in the East Pilbara, wholly owned by InterContinental Energy. Come along to hear more about the project and ask questions about what it could mean for local businesses and the broader community.

How to Write a Business Plan

Online  |  7 May 2026  |  2.00 - 5.00pm

Prospective business owners sometimes wonder if they really need to write a business plan, particularly if they’re not seeking a bank loan. However, if you want to clarify your thinking, set a tone and direction for your business, and a deeper understanding of your market, the answer is certainly ‘yes you do’.

Understanding Your Business Financials

South Hedland  |  12 May 2026  |  12.00 - 2.00pm

Join Lorraine from Elite Business Services at the South Hedland Hub for a practical, hands-on workshop designed to help you truly understand the financial health of your business — beyond just relying on your accountant.

Take Control of Your Business Finances

Port Hedland  |  14 May 2026  |  12.00 - 2.00pm

Join Lorraine from Elite Business Services for a Tax Planning Workshop. Learn practical strategies to maximise savings, stay compliant, and make smarter financial decisions.

Aboriginal Employment Tips & Tricks

Online  |  19 May 2026  |  9.30am - 12.30pm

This training is designed for employers, managers, HR professionals, team leaders and staff across all sectors who are committed to creating more inclusive, respectful and culturally safe workplaces for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is particularly relevant for organisations involved in recruitment, onboarding and workforce development, as well as those looking to strengthen staff retention and workplace culture.

1 Hour of Business Mentoring

Port Hedland  |  19 May 2026 - 20 May 2026

Take advantage of a valuable opportunity to receive one-on-one business mentoring with experienced Business Mentor Elsa Mitchell. Free for PHCCI Members

AI for Small Business

Port Hedland  |  19 May 2026  |  9.00am - 2.00pm

AI tools are evolving at a rapid pace — but are you using them to grow your business… or unintentionally holding it back? In this upcoming session, we’ll explore how to leverage AI beyond just content creation — because in 2026, content is cheap. The real value lies in how you strategically use these tools.

Mental Health First Aid

Port Hedland  |  22 May 2026  |  9.00 - 11.00am

Nationally Recognised Course in Mental Health Support for First Responders. Participants will learn to recognise the difference between a Mental health Concern and a Mental Health Crisis. They will also learn how to provide peer support, initiate conversations about mental health, and connect colleagues with professional mental health services when necessary. The course emphasises the importance of reducing stigma around mental health and fostering a supportive work environment.

Emotional Intelligence in Business

Port Hedland  |  26 May 2026  |  9.00am - 2.00pm

Join Nathan from Scope Training to develop the skills you need to read people, manage emotions, and build stronger relationships in your business.

One on One Mentoring Sessions

Port Hedland  |  27 May 2026

FREE Business Mentoring for Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce Members. We have a limited number of FREE 1:1 mentoring sessions available exclusively for Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce Members. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain tailored advice and practical insights to help grow your business.

Art of Negotiation

Online  |  2 Jun 2026  |  6.00 - 8.00pm

Working professionally in the arts and creative sector means communicating with a diverse range of people across an array of complicated circumstances. Any ordinary day could include managing a new professional relationship, negotiating your fees, umpiring an argument or setting better boundaries for the work. Much of the time, we have no clues or tools to help us at all!

PHCCI Business Excellence Awards

Port Hedland  |  13 Jun 2026

Hedland’s most prestigious night of elegance returns for 2026. The PHCCI Business Excellence Awards will be held as a Seaside Soirée at the Hedland Hotel, celebrating the outstanding businesses making a meaningful impact within our local community.

Join us for an evening of sophistication, recognition, and celebration – an event not to be missed.