Month: January 2019
National Awards for Local Government
31 January, 2019
The National Awards for Local Government is an annual celebration of the best of Australian local government achievements. The Awards highlight innovative and resourceful solutions that local governments have implemented to make a difference to their local communities. Who can enter: The Awards ...
Queensland Youth Parliament – applications now open
31 January, 2019
The YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament (QYP) is a unique opportunity for youth to create real change in Queensland. Youth Members are the voice of young people in their electorates, advising politicians and decision-makers across the state. They’re immersed in unique educational ...
Payroll tax in Queensland: Contractor provisions
30 January, 2019
Free Online Webinar – Thursday 21 February 2019, 11:00am – 12:00pm Did you know ‘employees’ and ‘contractors’ are treated differently for payroll tax purposes? This webinar will help you navigate paying a contractor whilst assisting you to determine which definition applies to the person ...
Webinar: Introduction to payroll tax in Queensland
30 January, 2019
Free Online Webinar – Wednesday 20 February 2019, 10:30am – 12:00pm New to payroll tax or want a basic refresher? This webinar explains the basics of payroll tax in Queensland including: registration requirements thresholds and deductions taxable and exempt wages nexus provisions lodging ...
Webinar – Your Safety Management System: Setting the Standard
30 January, 2019
Free Online Webinar – Wednesday 13 February 2019, 11:00am – 12:00pm Further details and registration Determining what your safety system should look like can be difficult. How much do you need to document? What records should you keep? How many procedures, policies, signs and training ...
EOI – Construction of the South Rockhampton Flood Levy
30 January, 2019
Rockhampton Regional Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the construction of the South Rockhampton Flood Levee. The objective of the EOI is to identify and pre-register no more than four potential civil/construction contractors to tender on the construction of this essential ...
CQ METS Accelerator Program
30 January, 2019
Would you like an opportunity to better sell your Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) related product or service to existing and new markets? Apply now for the fully funded CQ METS Accelerator Program where you will learn the fundamentals of customer development, the value ...
Digital Business Workshops – Gladstone and Emerald
30 January, 2019
Gladstone – Wednesday 20 February 2019, 8:30am – 1:00pm Further details and registration Emerald – Friday 22 February 2019, 8:30am – 1:00pm Further details and registration Make the most of digital opportunities by enhancing your digital capabilities to improve the competitiveness and ...
Quad Chart Workshop – Rockhampton – 19 February
30 January, 2019
A quad chart can succinctly and effectively communicate a proposal or capability, enabling you to market your business better to defence and other prime contractors. If you are wanting to better position your business for potential contracts, then attend this practical and interactive workshop ...
Lunch and Learn – Build a Chat Bot – Rockhampton – 31 January
30 January, 2019
Chat Bot applications can enhance the customer experience, potentially providing new opportunities to improve the customer engagement process. Attend SmartHub Rockhampton’s Lunch and Learn workshop to see behind the curtain of the online Chat Bot and find out how they work or why they often ...
RISE Accelerator – Applications close 31 Jan
30 January, 2019
Resources Innovators, Scale-ups and Entrepreneurs is a FREE 12-week accelerator, run 1 day per week for 12 weeks in Brisbane from March to May 2019, and includes reimbursement of reasonable accommodation and travel costs for regional participants. The program is specifically designed for ...
Webinar: Writing a winning Business Case – 13 February 2019
30 January, 2019
Does your community apply for funding from the State or Commonwealth Government for projects? Ever feel like the process has become very daunting? Join us for this webinar to better understand how you can structure, position and write your business case to put your project in the best position ...
Rockhampton Regional Council – environment and sustainability grants program
30 January, 2019
Rockhampton Regional Council has established a new grants scheme to support community-led environment and sustainability initiatives. Applicants may apply through the Environment and Sustainability Scheme of the Community Assistance Program for grants of up to $3,000. The first funding round ...
Facebook for your Business Workshop – Emu Park – 15 Feb 2019
22 January, 2019
With billions of active users on Facebook and 60% of Australians active on Facebook daily, if your business is not on Facebook you are being left behind in the increasingly digital world. Get the knowledge you need to be able to use Facebook as a marketing tool for your business. In this ...
Gear Up Your Website Workshop
22 January, 2019
Get noticed online! If your business doesn’t have a website, how many times are you missing out on work? During this workshop you will learn: How to establish your website so companies and individuals assessing your business for potential contracts find the right information The knowledge ...
Clarke Creek Wind Farm Project Opportunities
22 January, 2019
Clarke Creek Wind Farm is located approximately 150 kilometres north-west of Rockhampton. The Queensland Government has recently approved the construction and operation of up to 195 wind turbines and ancillary civil and electrical infrastructure. Lacour Energy has partnered with Goldwind ...
Effective Capability Statement Workshop
22 January, 2019
Wednesday 6 February 2019 8:30am-12:00pm – Rockhampton The Department of State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning’s interactive Effective Capability Statement workshop will assist you to understand what a capability statement is and how to develop and prepare an effective ...
Are you interested in Clarke Creek Wind Farm project opportunities?
22 January, 2019
The Clarke Creek Local Business Participation Program is a key initiative designed to maximise opportunities for local suppliers to participate in the Clarke Creek Wind Farm Project. With Expressions of Interest opportunities now open on the ICN Gateway, interactive workshops have been ...
Queensland Tourism Industry Council – Trade Ready Program
14 January, 2019
Trade Ready aims to help your tourism or hospitality business strengthen and grow; tap into new markets or get more out of your existing ones; and set your business up as an industry leader. Free Trade Ready programs are tailored to regional needs and run by your Regional Tourism Organisation. ...
Queensland Tourism Industry Council – Digital Ready Programs
14 January, 2019
Digital Ready aims to help your tourism or hospitality business increase its business opportunities; develop your understanding and skills in digital marketing, media and digital channels; and implement effective online engagement with your visitors. Free Digital Ready programs will include: ...
ABARES Outlook Conference 2019
14 January, 2019
The ABARES Outlook conference is the agriculture sector’s premier information exchange and networking event. It connects leading national and international speakers and producers with motivated and information seeking public and private sector decision-makers. When: 5-6 March 2019 Where: ...
Inland Growth Summit – Dubbo, NSW – 31 January 2019
14 January, 2019
The economic contributions of Inland Australia’s regions have shaped our nation. Join RDA Orana in 2019 as we come together to demand recognition and provide a brighter future for Inland Australia. We will examine a range of issues on regional growth planning with must see speakers including ...
Regions Rising National Events Series 2019
14 January, 2019
This events series will be a roadshow that ensures the stakeholders of regional Australia have an opportunity to be heard. The Regional Australia Institute will be hosting a forum in every state and territory. The first event in the series will be a national summit, to be held in Canberra on ...
Drought Support Community Initiative
14 January, 2019
The Australian Government will provide $30 million in support to drought-affected households through the Drought Community Support Initiative. Support under the initiative consists of up to $3,000 per household, comprising up to $2,000 in cash and $1,000 in vouchers. Farmers, farm workers and ...
