Women in Leadership Program Highly Commended

The Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program has been recognised with a Highly Commended award at the 2026 Service and Product Excellence in Rural and Remote Australia (SPERA) Awards. Delivered by Regional Development Australia Greater Whitsundays with funding from the...

Strengthening the voice of regional business

Regional businesses are navigating a period of significant change. New industry investment, workforce demands, regulatory requirements and emerging procurement opportunities are creating both challenges and opportunities for businesses across Port Pirie and the...

Backing a stronger future for Newman businesses

As major resource, energy and infrastructure projects continue to shape the East Pilbara, ensuring local businesses are well positioned to participate in that growth has never been more important. Recognising this opportunity, the Local Buying Foundation has funded...

Tech Verge Turns Innovation Into Action

Tech Verge 2026 has helped local businesses take practical steps towards using technology with greater confidence across the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday region. Delivered by Greater Whitsunday Innovation, the three-day digital innovation conference brought together 82...

Building creative businesses in Port Hedland

The Local Buying Foundation has awarded funding to The Junction Co. to deliver the Radius Pilbara: Emerging Artists Mentorship & Enterprise Program, an initiative designed to build the business capability of emerging artists and makers by developing skills in...

Building digital confidence for Far North small businesses

Small business owners from Roxby Downs, Andamooka, Coober Pedy, Hawker and surrounding South Australian communities have strengthened their digital skills through the Growing Your Brand with Social Media and Digital for Business Success workshops. Delivered through...