Driving Regional Collaboration in the Pilbara

  The launch of the Pilbara Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry marks a major step forward in regional collaboration and advocacy. With support from the Local Buying Foundation, five Pilbara chambers united to tackle shared challenges in housing, staffing...

Newman Chamber’s Calendar of Events 2025

The 2025 Newman Chamber of Commerce Business Awards brought together the region’s most inspiring businesses to celebrate innovation, leadership and community impact. As a proud sponsor, the Local Buying Foundation continues to champion the growth and visibility of...

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...

FY25 Annual Summary | Celebrating a Year of Impact

The Local Buying Program and the Local Buying Foundation has released its FY25 Annual Summary, showcasing a year of strategic investment, regional impact and continued support for small, local and Indigenous businesses across Australia. The summary outlines the...

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...

The Power of Women in Business

The Local Buying Foundation is proud to sponsor events that empower and support women in business, particularly in regional communities. Our recent sponsorship of the Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry International Women’s Day Luncheon is a testament to...