Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program

  The Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program, delivered by RDA Greater Whitsundays and proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation, has concluded its latest cohort with resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the journey to strengthen gender...

Port Hedland Online Business Directory

The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHCCI) recently delivered an important project to strengthen the visibility of local businesses through the development of an online Business Directory and significant improvements to their website. Supported by...

Whyalla Learns How to Make an Impression

The Whyalla Town Ambassador Program is a shining example of community-driven growth in action. Led by Regional Development Australia Eyre Peninsula (RDAEP) and delivered by TAFE SA, the program was proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation, Whyalla Business and...

Artists Connect Inc. Strategic Plan

  Established in 2022, Artists Connect Inc is a not-for-profit network dedicated to enriching the Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday regions through diverse artistic programs. The strategic plan, funded by the Local Buying Foundation and developed with input from 58...

Greater Whitsunday Communities’ Key Workforce Accommodation Project

The QLD Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce it’s support the Greater Whitsunday Communities’ Key Workforce Accommodation Project, addressing one of the most pressing challenges for businesses in the Mackay region—access to housing for key workers....

Scone Chamber of Commerce and Industry Business Workshop Series

The NSW Local Buying Foundation is excited to announce its sponsorship of the Scone Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 2025 Business Workshop Series under the Business and Industry Innovation funding category. This series, consisting of four expert-led workshops, aims...