Expo Showcases Capability and Connection in Mackay

The Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday First Nations Business Expo, held during Indigenous Business Month, provided a practical platform for visibility, engagement and growth. Supported by the QLD Local Buying Foundation, the event brought together First Nations suppliers,...

Celebrating Local Business Excellence

The Port Augusta Outstanding Business Awards highlighted the strength and diversity of the local business community, creating an important platform for recognition and growth. This year marked a milestone with the introduction of the Indigenous Business of Excellence...

Elevating leadership in the Pilbara

The Women of the Pilbara Forum 2025 brought together people from across the region to share ideas, learn practical skills and build stronger networks. Hosted by the Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry and supported by the Local Buying Foundation, the event...

Men’s Voice in Changing Navigating Diversity

A new initiative led by Regional Development Australia Greater Whitsunday (RDAGW) is helping progress diversity, inclusion and safer, more productive workplaces across the region. With support from the Local Buying Foundation, the program focuses on engaging men as...

Strengthening Leadership and Workforce Participation

Two new regional intakes of the Women in Leadership program are set to boost leadership capability and workforce participation across the Bowen Basin and Mackay. Delivered by Regional Development Australia Greater Whitsunday, the program is designed to build...