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 (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor 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 Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

Tier A Contractor Employee Registration

Western Australia

Events

01 May

Community Morning Tea

Port Hedland 10.00am - 12.00pm

Our Community Morning Tea’s are a casual get-together where you can meet new people and enjoy a cuppa. This is a great way to find out more about what we offer in the Centre and learn about other services in town.

01 May

Know Injury

Kalgoorlie 9.00 - 10.30am

A 90-minute workshop session in Kalgoorlie for early career health promotion officers, project/program/grant officers, and/or community engagement officers, who would like to learn more about implementing evidence-based evaluation processes to assess if an intervention has; achieved its goals, informs how to improve current or future activities, collect information to support reporting requirements, and support future funding opportunities.

01 May

Road Trauma Support

Kalgoorlie 11.00am - 12.00pm

Road Trauma Support WA in partnership with Hope Community Services will be delivering a one-hour information session in Kalgoorlie for organisations, emergency services, the private sector and the community, who would like to learn how they can utilise the Road Trauma Support WA service.

03 May

Master the Art of Presenting and Speaking with Influence

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

This interactive workshop will cover the secrets to crafting compelling stories and delivering presentations with unparalleled influence. You will learn:
Effective Storytelling: Learn the art of storytelling that captivates and connects with your audience, making your message memorable and compelling.
Persuasive Speaking and Influence Techniques: Dive into proven methods to grab attention, build rapport, engage your audience, cut through the hype, and leave a lasting impression.
The 7 C’s: Learn the 7 C’s method for constructing an influential presentation, time management and master the use props, visual aids, and PowerPoint.

03 May

Men in Business Luncheon

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

06 May

Meet your Local Content Advisor Jude Daley

Kalgoorlie 1.00 - 3.00pm

Drop in to Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber to have a chat and find out more about

  • Grant handling
  • Help with Tender and Grant writing
  • Supply to government
  • Training or apprenticeships
06 May

RED Grant Info & Tender Workshop

Kalgoorlie 7.30am - 12.30pm

Do you want to grow your business capability? Are you looking for funding for a project? Can you write compelling bids for new contracts? Attend FREE Tender Writing Workshops and hear about RED Grants opportunities up to $250,000 for Goldfields-Esperance organisations.

09 May

Cuppa with Community

Newman 10.00 - 1.00am

Do you have something to discuss with BHP? Join our Newman Community Team for a cuppa at our monthly community engagement drop-in sessions. Upstairs at the Dome Café.

10 May

Joint Ventures Workshop

Online 8.30am - 4.30pm

In a groundbreaking initiative funded by NIAA, the Waalitj Hub has partnered with the Australian Institute of Management Western Australia (AIM WA) to design and develop the Indigenous Joint Ventures Workshops to provide Indigenous entrepreneurs with knowledge and strategies to deliver better outcomes for themselves through commercial Joint Ventures.

This one day virtual workshop is tailored towards Indigenous Entrepreneurs who are currently in, or considering a business joint venture arrangement.

10 May

Intro to Instagram

TBA 10.00am - 12.30pm

A series of 7 workshops introducing the world of social media content creation! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this series is perfect for anyone looking to up their social media game. Learn the latest tips, tricks, and strategies for creating engaging and shareable content that will wow your followers.

15 May

How to Write an Award Winning Submission

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

Donna MacFarlane is Impact Digi’s General Manager, and a highly experienced writer who specialises in persuasive business writing. A former ABC journalist and a copywriter with 25 years of experience, she has written hundreds of capability statements and many award-winning submissions.

15 May

One Page Business Plan

Online 10.30am - 1.30pm

This workshop is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have a business idea and want to break down the key elements or building blocks of their idea in describing their business model.

The one-page business plan helps provides focus in outlining the proposal to the person with the business idea and others who may be interested.

Workshop participants will be assisted in developing their one-page business plans if they have attended other IBA’s Business Essentials workshops where they will have considered their business building blocks.

15 May

Marketing Fundamentals

Online 5.00pm - 8.00pm

This workshop is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business operators and entrepreneurs who want to better understand and use marketing in supporting customers to buy their product or services.

After completing this workshop, you should be better informed about the fundamentals of marketing and how you may apply those marketing principles to increase customer awareness and potential to buy from your business.

16 May

How to Make your Capability Statement Win you Work

Port Hedland 12.00 - 2.00pm

Donna MacFarlane is Impact Digi’s General Manager, and a highly experienced writer who specialises in persuasive business writing. A former ABC journalist and a copywriter with 25 years of experience, she has written hundreds of capability statements and many award-winning submissions.

21 May

IT Solutions for your Business

Perth 9.30am - 12.30pm

The workshop will ensure all businesses understand what IT solutions they need to have in place to enable their business regardless of size and complexity.
Attendees will get an understanding of their digital strategy which includes technology infrastructure and cyber security.
Guidance on how, where and what to procure for their IT solutions will be provided to all participants.
This workshop is free to attend for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people/businesses.

21 May

The Electric Mine Conference

Perth

The Electric Mine conference series was created because the industry is at one of the most significant crossroads in its history. One that requires new thinking, collaboration and an openness to technology adoption that has historically been missing. It is the essential platform for all companies involved in the mine electrification transition to showcase futureproofed solutions that will enable mining companies to achieve their interim and final emission targets to 2050.

22 May

Cyber Security Workshop

Kalgoorlie 10.00 - 11.30am

27 May

Reconciliation Breakfast Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie 7.30 - 10.30am

The National Reconciliation Week Breakfast will feature a dynamic program live from Boorloo Perth, featuring regional voices, engaging keynote speakers, and truth-telling. Join your local reconciliation community in Kalgoorlie.
Join your local reconciliation community for a buffet-style breakfast, before tuning into the NRW Breakfast Broadcast from Boorloo Perth, to reignite the fire in your belly for another year of reconciliation action.

03 Jun

Meet your Local Content Advisor Jude Daley

Kalgoorlie 1.00 - 3.00pm

Drop in to Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber to have a chat and find out more about

  • Grant handling
  • Help with Tender and Grant writing
  • Supply to government
  • Training or apprenticeships
06 Jun

Marketing Fundamentals

Online 9.30 - 12.30pm

This workshop is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business operators and entrepreneurs who want to better understand and use marketing in supporting customers to buy their product or services.

After completing this workshop, you should be better informed about the fundamentals of marketing and how you may apply those marketing principles to increase customer awareness and potential to buy from your business.

12 Jun

Women’s Leadership Forum

Kalgoorlie 8.00am - 6.00pm

The event shines a light on the important strategic position women play on the region’s economy and will act as a conduit for higher representation of female leadership across our community.
Our diverse and unique speakers will share their stories of how they pioneered in their field, overcame gender inequality and adversity and became inspiring mentors for women all over the world.
Delegates take away practical tips and strategies to advance their aspirations, boost their motivation and inspire them to take the next step.

13 Jun

Cuppa with Community

Newman 10.00 - 1.00am

Do you have something to discuss with BHP? Join our Newman Community Team for a cuppa at our monthly community engagement drop-in sessions. Upstairs at the Dome Café.

14 Jun

Perth Tradie Expo

Ascot Racecourse

Work! Drive! Play! Save! The Perth Tradie Expo has you covered from Tools, Machinery Commercial Vehicles, Trucks and Workwear, all ON SALE!!! If you are either an experienced Tradie or DIY pro, this is the Expo for you! Making it all possible is the overwhelming support from the local and national exhibitors who will be on-hand.

26 Jun

Pilbara 2024

Karratha

Following on from the sell-out event last year Pilbara 2024 will be looking at the economic growth, investment, development and diverse and dynamic industry across the region.

This event further builds on 5 highly successful Pilbara Summits providing the perfect opportunity for the Pilbara regions senior industry, investors, businesses, community, and government representatives to re-join and reconnect for this unique networking and shared learning opportunity.

01 Jul

Meet your Local Content Advisor Jude Daley

Kalgoorlie 1.00 - 3.00pm

Drop in to Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber to have a chat and find out more about

  • Grant handling
  • Help with Tender and Grant writing
  • Supply to government
  • Training or apprenticeships
03 Jul

Community Morning Tea

Port Hedland 10.00am - 12.00pm

Our Community Morning Tea’s are a casual get-together where you can meet new people and enjoy a cuppa. This is a great way to find out more about what we offer in the Centre and learn about other services in town.

08 Jul

Procurement Pipeline Breakfast

Kalgoorlie 7.30 - 9.00am

GABC members only.
An opportunity to hear about upcoming projects with BHP and enjoy networking over breakfast.

08 Jul

Effective People Management

Kalgoorlie 9.00am - 4.30pm

Learning how to manage people effectively is crucial in optimising your performance as a professional. This people management skills training course will give you the tools to manage staff efficiently and effectively and nurture your growth to become a better leader and manager in your field.

08 Jul

Having Difficult Conversations

Kalgoorlie 9.00am - 4.30pm

Tough discussions with a direct report, peer, boss, supplier or customer can arise in a variety of situations. This course will show you how to prepare for these challenges and increase the likelihood of a successful outcome for everyone involved.

10 Jul

Effective Communication

Kalgoorlie 9.00am - 4.30pm

Learning how to communicate effectively in the workplace is crucial in optimising your performance. Good business communicators are highly valued by their organisations, however not everyone is a natural communicator. Fortunately, the keys to communicating effectively can be learned.

11 Jul

Cuppa with Community

Newman 10.00 - 1.00am

Do you have something to discuss with BHP? Join our Newman Community Team for a cuppa at our monthly community engagement drop-in sessions. Upstairs at the Dome Café.

20 Jul

Diamonds in the Desert

Port Hedland 5.30 - 11.30pm

PHCCI presents the 2024 Business Excellence Awards – Diamonds in the Desert.

01 Aug

Waalitj Foundation Gala Dinner

West Perth 6.00- 11.00pm

Commenced in 2007, our Annual Gala Dinner is coordinated to raise much needed funds for the Waalitj Foundation and has been a fixture on the Perth social and philanthropic calendar ever since.
We are dedicated to supporting and empowering First Nations Peoples through Education, Employment and Business and by attending this event, you are helping us make a difference to the lives of many First Nations Australians.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have fun while giving back to the community. Get your tickets today and be a part of something special!

08 Aug

Cuppa with Community

Newman 10.00 - 1.00am

Do you have something to discuss with BHP? Join our Newman Community Team for a cuppa at our monthly community engagement drop-in sessions. Upstairs at the Dome Café.

04 Sep

Community Morning Tea

Port Hedland 10.00am - 12.00pm

Our Community Morning Tea’s are a casual get-together where you can meet new people and enjoy a cuppa. This is a great way to find out more about what we offer in the Centre and learn about other services in town.

02 Oct

AEMEE Annual Conference – Save the Date

TBA

Ticket details will be announced soon.

06 Nov

Community Morning Tea

Port Hedland 10.00am - 12.00pm

Our Community Morning Tea’s are a casual get-together where you can meet new people and enjoy a cuppa. This is a great way to find out more about what we offer in the Centre and learn about other services in town.

14 Nov

What’s Down the Track Forum

Kalgoorlie 7.00am - 5.00pm

The KBCCI 2024 What’s Down the Track Forum & Exhibition offers a broad perspective on the region’s sustainability, encompassing mining and mineral processing, technology and innovation, tourism, education, health and liveability initiatives.

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

Kelly Cooke

Indigenous Business Development Principal

kelly.cooke@c-res.com.au

1800 536 663

Kristy Foale-Hickmott

Business Development Principal - West

kristy.foale@c-res.com.au

1800536663

Kim Kinsella

Business Development Advisor - West

kim.kinsella@c-res.com.au

1800536663