Mar 3, 2025
The Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce funding for the Resources Centre of Excellence to host an industry-driven Regional Queensland Coal Mining and Innovation Expo in July 2025. The event will feature a networking session and a one-day expo, providing a...
Mar 3, 2025
The Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) is excited to announce its 2025 Event and Workshop Series and the Local Buying Foundation is again proud to support this initiative under our category of Sponsorship of Business Awards, Conferences and Events. The...
Mar 3, 2025
On February 20, 2025, the inaugural Yarnz Network event took place, marking a significant milestone for Indigenous businesses in the Mackay/Isaac region. Hosted by Trading Tracks Queensland, this networking initiative aims to foster connections, share knowledge, and...
Nov 20, 2024
The QLD Local Buying Foundation has approved funding for the development of Artists Connect Inc.’s Five-Year Strategic Plan, supporting the growth of the arts industry in the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions. Running from September 2024 to February 2025, the...
Nov 13, 2024
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....
Oct 28, 2024
In celebration of Indigenous Business Month 2024, the Queensland Local Buying Foundation was honoured to be a Gold Sponsor for the First Nations Trade & Talent Exhibition, a standout event organized by Marabisda Inc. in Mackay. The event drew local and regional...
