Bowen Basin Business Development Activities: May, June and July, 2016
4 May
(7.00am - 11.00am)
Capability Statement Workshop - EMERALD
Department of State Development
Who is this recommended for:
If you want your business to stand out from the crowd and improve your chance of securing contracts, then attending a Capability Statement workshop is a must for you. Hosted by the Queensland Government, these interactive workshops aim to help businesses develop and prepare effective Capability Statements.
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4 May
(12.00pm - 2.00pm)
Emerging Leaders and Beyond - Realising your Value with Juliette Wright - MACKAY
Mackay Regional Chamber of Commerce with the support of Hail Creek Mine & AIM
Who is this recommended for:
Driven and inspired, Juliette Wright is on a mission to alleviate the effects of poverty across Australia. Juliette is changing the face of how society helps its most vulnerable and marginalised people. Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GIVIT, Juliette created the portal to ensure quality goods get to where they are most needed by safely connecting and inspiring an online network of givers.
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6 May
(12.00pm - 2.00pm)
Industry Briefing with Dalrymple Coal Terminal - MACKAY
Resource Industry Network
Who is this recommended for:
Steve Rae is currently the Chief Executive Officer for Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd. Steve’s presentation will provide an overview of Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal, including their current operations and future opportunities. Given Steve’s vast experience in the sector, he is ideally placed to provide his personal opinion on opportunities in the current market and the direction of the industry as well as what DBCT is looking for from service providers.
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14-15 May
(2 day conference)
Gems of Networking - SAPHIRE
Rubyvale Hotel
Who is this recommended for:
Featuring the best and brightest speakers talking about Social Media, Photography, Book Keeping, Getting Organised and Outsourcing. This is a great opportunity to get your business connected with quality speakers presenting locally.
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14 May
(6.30pm - late)
MTA Business Excellence Awards - MORANBAH
Moranbah Traders Association
Who is this recommended for:
A fantastic opportunity to celebrate small business in our community and to celebrate the achievements of these businesses while engaging with local business community representatives. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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14 May
(9.00am - 12.00pm)
Events Planning Basics - MORANBAH
Isaac Regional & Council Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
This event is part of the Isaac region's series of QSBW events. Local business person and owner of TM3 Training, Moranbah Events and Blooms and Big on Shoes, Melissa Westcott will provide a practical overview of what is required to plan a successful event. This is a free event.
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16 - 21 May
Queensland Small Business Week (QSBW) - Across the CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, ISAAC & MACKAY REGIONS
Queensland Government & Local Community Partners: Central Highlands Development Corporation, Central Highlands Regional Council, Isaac Regional Council, Local Buying Foundation, Mackay Regional Chamber of Commerce
16 May
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
QuickBooks Workshop - MORANBAH
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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17 May
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
MYOB Workshop - MORANBAH
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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17 May
(5.20pm - 6.45pm)
10 Must Have's for Your Website - DYSART
Isaac Regional & Council Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
This event is part of the Isaac region's series of QSBW events. Local business person and owner of Onlisolutions, Jess Hodge share her knowledge and skill on website management and development. This is a free event.
One on one Digital Capability mentioning sessions are also available during the day from 10am - 5pm.
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18 May
(7.00am - 9.00am)
Qld Small Business Week Breakfast hosted by CQ News - EMERALD
CQ News, Central Highlands Development Corporation, Central Highlands Regional Council
Who is this recommended for:
All businesses and members of the community are welcome to celebrate Small Business Week and the Central Highlands #chcommunitychampions. There will be a sausage sizzle and champions will receive a certificate of recognition for their hard work within the community. Head on down and enjoy a casual meet and greet before you head off to work. This is a free event.
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18 May
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
Xero Workshop - MORANBAH
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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18 May
(5.20pm - 7.30pm)
Marketing for Small Business - CLERMONT
Isaac Regional & Council Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
This event is part of the Isaac region's series of QSBW events. Local business person and owner of TM3 Training, Moranbah Events and Blooms and Big on Shoes, Melissa Westcott will provide a practical tips and how to's for marking your small business. This is a free event.
One on one Small Business Marketing mentioning sessions are also available during the day from 10am - 5pm.
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19 May
(3.30pm - 4.45pm)
8 Ways to Build Your Brand Using Social Media - MIDDLEMOUNT
Isaac Regional & Council Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
This event is part of the Isaac region's series of QSBW events. Local business person and owner of Onlisolutions, Jess Hodge share her knowledge and skill branding your business using social media. This is a free event.
One on one Brand Building mentioning sessions are also available during the day from 11am - 3pm
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19 May
(9.00am - 2.00pm)
5 Things to Do Immediately for Your Business - MORANBAH
Isaac Regional & Council Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
This event is part of the Isaac region's series of QSBW events. Local business person and owner of Mining for Business, Bronwyn Reid will share her knowledge and insights into operating a small business successfully. This is a free event.
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19 May
(5.00pm - 7.00pm)
Meet and Mingle - MACKAY
Mackay Region Chamber of Commence
Who is this recommended for:
Businesses who wish to renew contacts and make some new ones. Bring your team and your business cards and get talking!
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20 May
(8.00am - 11.00am)
Business Bootcamp - BLACKWATER
CQ News, Central Highlands Development Corporation, Central Highlands Regional Council
Who is this recommended for:
Bentleys and Lifestyle Therapies and Training Solutions (LTTS) will be providing participants with a well-rounded workshop that covers key areas of business management to move forward into 2016
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20 May
(Dinner)
2016 Chairman's Award Gala Dinner - MACKAY
Resource Industry Network
Who is this recommended for:
A great night to celebrate the success stories of the resources services business community. Since 2008, the Chairman’s Awards Night has recognised the outstanding achievements of the region’s companies over the previous twelve months. It recognises excellence in business and the significant contribution that they make to the regional economy and community. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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24 - 26 May
(3 full days)
Positioning to Win Workshop - MACKAY
Department of State Development & BHP Billiton, BMA & BMC
Who is this recommended for:
This workshop is an opportunity for businesses to improve and position themselves for future supply chain work associated with the resources industry. The workshop provides supply chain enterprises with direct access to a major buyer and supply chain. It also offers suppliers an opportunity to learn about: pre-qualification requirements, the steps needed to improve business capability, the knowledge and skills needed to meet and deliver contractual requirements associated with a major supply chain.
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30 May
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
QuickBooks Workshop - MACKAY
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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31 May
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
MYOB Workshop - MACKAY
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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1 June
(9.00am - 5.00pm)
Xero Workshop - MACKAY
TM3 Training Solutions & Next Accounting
Who is this recommended for:
This training provides practical skills through hands on activates in a small group environment. The training is delivered by Next Accounting, a Mackay accounting firm that strives to assist clients in obtaining the best possible results for their business. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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1 June
(12.00pm - 2.00pm)
Emerging Leaders and Beyond - Managing People - MACKAY
Mackay Regional Chamber of Commerce with the support of Hail Creek Mine & AIM
Who is this recommended for:
Details to be confirmed
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3 June
(7.00am - 9.00am)
Industry Briefing with Stanmore Coal - MACKAY
Resource Industry Network
Who is this recommended for:
Anyone interested hearing an update from Stanmore Coal and networking with local business and industry.
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6-10 June
(5 full days)
AICD Company Directors Course - EMERALD
Central Highlands Development Corporation
Who is this recommended for:
This course is designed to suit those who wish to further their directorship skills and knowledge. You will embark on interactive working sessions through relevant case studies brought to life with video to apply and reinforce your knowledge. After completing the course, you should not only understand your roles and responsibilities, but also improve your contributions to board performance. This event is sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation.
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9 June
(5.30pm - 7.30pm)
Building Sustainable Business Communities Networking Event - EMERALD
Local Buying Foundation
Who is this recommended for:
Business and Industry are invited to attend and share information while being updated by guest speakers on the latest happenings within the Central Highlands business community.
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16 June
(5.00pm - 7.00pm)
End of Financial Year Meet and Mingle - MACKAY
Mackay Region Chamber of Commence
Who is this recommended for:
Businesses who wish to renew contacts and make some new ones. Bring your team and your business cards and get talking!
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21 July
(5.00pm - 7.00pm)
Meet and Mingle - MACKAY
Mackay Region Chamber of Commence
Who is this recommended for:
Businesses who wish to renew contacts and make some new ones. Bring your team and your business cards and get talking!
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27 July
(dinner)
Qld Mining Contractors Awards - MACKAY
Mackay Region Chamber of Commence
Who is this recommended for:
These awards have been designed to recognise project excellence and achievements unique to the highly competitive work environment of mining industry contractors. Awards winners will be recognised for the quality outcomes they provide to mining, exploration and production companies as well as for their commitment to innovation and the delivery of projects that are safer, smarter, faster and more efficient.
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Of Interest:
Nominations Open - 2016 Qld Mining Contractor Awards (BBMC)
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