Indigenous Economic Development
This funding category focuses on funding projects and programs which seek to promote economic development by facilitating the involvement of Indigenous people in employment, business, asset and wealth creation in the communities and regions where they live. This includes initiatives which seek to provide opportunities for Indigenous people to access business and workforce development.
If you would like to know about specific funded projects, please reach out to the Local Buying Foundation Project Officers.
Delivering Culturally Informed Business Guidance
This transformative program is designed to strengthen and grow First Nations enterprises across regional Mackay and Isaac by providing practical, culturally informed guidance.
NSWICC 2025 Drives Indigenous Business Growth
Over two dynamic days, the NSWICC’s Summit 2025 brought together Aboriginal businesses, industry leaders and government representatives to share knowledge and celebrate culture.
Shining Horizons: Future Ready Women Leaders
The First Nations X Horizon program is creating a powerful platform for Indigenous women across regional Queensland to develop leadership skills with confidence and cultural integrity.
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
The Launch of Yarnz Network
On February 20, 2025, the inaugural Yarnz Network, hosted by Queensland Trading Tracks, took place, marking a significant milestone for Indigenous businesses in the Mackay/Isaac region. This networking event will tak eplace every month.
First Nations Trade & Talent Exhibition Mackay
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...
HORIZON Uplifting Indigenous Female Leaders Program
The HORIZON Uplifting Regional Women in Leadership Program held their first series of intensive masterclasses recently in Newman and Port Hedland. This groundbreaking program, designed to build culturally safe leadership and entrepreneurial skills, primarily focuses...
NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Summit 2024
The Summit 2024 - A Celebration of Indigenous Business Excellence The Summit 2024, hosted by the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (NSWICC), brought together a vibrant mix of Indigenous businesses, government leaders, and industry representatives for two days of...
Qld Trading Tracks Wins Striving For Diversity Award
Trading Tracks is a unique initiative that has been developed in partnership with the Local Buying Foundation, BMA and BHP. The program, delivered by the team at Indigenous Business Builders, aims to build capability and capacity of established Indigenous businesses...
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Acknowledgement of Country
The Local Buying Foundation acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.