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Business Port Pirie Calendar of Events 2025
Port Pirie saw a vibrant gathering of local businesses and families at Business Port Pirie’s recent Kickstart Networking Night. The event, designed to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
Inspiring the Women of Singleton
Featuring Jessica Hull, an Olympic silver medalist and record-breaking athlete, as the guest speaker the luncheon was a sell-out event, packed with attendees such as BHP, Yancoal, Glencore, the Bloomfield Group and AGL.
Resource Industry Network Inspiring our Future Leaders
As part of our commitment to fostering opportunities in regional communities, the LBF ensured that local students could attend and gain valuable insights from industry professionals.
Building Connected Business in Singleton
The Local Buying Foundation continues to fund key roles to ensure Singleton businesses succeed, guaranteeing that the region remains a vibrant, innovative and prosperous place to do business.
The Power of Women in Business
The Local Buying Foundation’s sponsorship of the IWD luncheon in Port Hedland is testament to the Foundation’s commitment to fostering opportunities for female entrepreneurs and professionals, building important collaborations for the future.
Empowering South Australian SMEs for a Net Zero Future
This initiative exemplifies our commitment to fostering sustainable business communities by investing in projects that drive workforce development, innovation and enhance the capability of local industries.
Queensland Resources and Innovation Expo
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.
CHDC 2025 Calendar of Events
These events, held throughout 2025, are designed to benefit the 3,300+ businesses in the Central Highlands, spanning sectors such as resources, agriculture, construction, manufacturing, health, education, training and government.
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.
Pilbara Clean Energy Education
As industries in the Pilbara work towards decarbonisation and renewable energy development, education and skills training will be essential to ensure local businesses and individuals can actively participate in this transition.
FYTD25 Half Year Highlights
Over the past six months, the Local Buying Foundation has continued to make a significant impact across BHP’s operational regions, driving economic growth and capability development for small, local and Indigenous businesses. Through targeted funding, strategic...
Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events 2024
The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Men in Business Breakfast Series has wrapped up, leaving a lasting impact on the Pilbara’s local business community. As the major sponsor, the Local Buying Foundation is proud to have supported this series, which championed...
RDA Far North & PIRSA Regional Leadership Development Program 2025
The South Australian Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce its support of the 2025 Leadership Development Program, delivered by Regional Development Australia Far North (RDA Far North) in partnership with the Department of Primary Industries and Regions...
UniHub Spencer Gulf 2025 Careers Roadshow
The SA Local Buying Foundation is excited to announce its sponsorship of the UniHub Spencer Gulf 2025 Careers Roadshow under the Sponsorship of Business Awards, Conferences, and Events funding category. This initiative is an innovative step toward strengthening...
Whyalla Town Ambassador Program
The SA Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce funding approval for Regional Development Australia Eyre Peninsula to deliver the Whyalla Town Ambassador program. This initiative, under the Workforce Development funding category, will upskill up to 40 local...
Tactic Conference & Trade Expo 2025
The SA Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce its Platinum sponsorship for Tactic – Connecting Regional Industry at the 21st Annual Tactic Conference and Trade Show in 2025. This support falls under the Sponsorship of Business Awards, Conferences, and Events...
Driving Regional Collaboration in the Pilbara: The Launch of the Pilbara Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Local Buying Foundation has proudly approved funding to support the next stage of development for the Pilbara Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PRCCI), with funding approved under the Industry Promotion and Economic Development category. This funding will...
Keeping SA Far North Business Safe Online – RDA Far North’s Cyber Security Workshop Program
Small businesses in South Australia’s Far North are taking steps to protect themselves against cyber threats, thanks to the Keeping SA Far North Businesses Safe Online workshop series. Delivered by Regional Development Australia Far North (RDAFN) with support from the...
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. Running...
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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.