Australian Manufacturing Week is being hosted in Queensland for the first time in 2026.
Integrating business systems in a manufacturing business is crucial as it streamlines operations and enhances data accuracy.
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are providing free information sessions on the Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&DTI) program.
This practical workshop will assist you develop and prepare an effective capability statement to help your business thrive.
The Mackay Manufacturing Hub will be hosting a Product Design & Digital Manufacturing Teacher Professional Development.
Join Resource Industry Network and fellow professionals for an inspiring morning with Brendan Webb, Chief Executive Officer of North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP).
Unlock the Skills That Set Great Leaders Apart.
WorkSafe Queensland is bringing the Work Well Regional Breakfast to Mackay.
Smart METS is a breakfast event designed to show METS businesses how geospatial and Earth observation technologies are already driving efficiency, reducing risk, and opening new opportunities. Featuring Gavin Kennedy from FrontierSI, this event offers practical, real-world insights for businesses across the Greater Whitsunday region.
Gavin Kennedy has been at the forefront of advancing Earth observation and geospatial innovation in Australia.
As Coordinator of the Queensland Earth Observation Hub under SmartSat CRC and through his leadership role at FrontierSI, Gavin has:
Led complex, multi-stakeholder projects spanning research, industry, and government
Driven innovation across Earth observation, agricultural intelligence, and AI for data-rich sectors
Built collaboration networks that connect SMEs, universities, and government agencies
With expertise in strategy, applied research translation, and industry-ready geospatial solutions, Gavin will share how cutting-edge technologies are moving from proof-of-concept to real-world impact for the METS sector.
Introducing Resource Industry Network’s rebranded Leadership & Innovation Conference – our highly regarded annual signature event, providing an outstanding opportunity for the region’s emerging leaders and managers to invest in themselves and their teams.
Get hands-on experience with the latest filtration technology and learn practical implementation strategies to meet your site’s needs.
Regional Innovation is thriving in Mackay — and you’re invited to be part of the conversation!
Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business.
Raise your awareness of the 8 waste streams in business, learn how to reduce waste, become more productive and improve business culture!
Managing conflict & providing constructive feedback.
This module has the tips & strategies you need to step into difficult discussions respectfully, gaining the outcome you need.
Join Dinner on the Runway for another year of great entertainment by Mango Junction, fundraising for the local hospitals in the region and networking with Mackay locals.
Tee Off at the Mayor’s Charity Golf Day
Register now for a special BBUGS event that offers a tour Underground mine training simulator at the Resources Centre of Excellence.
Join the Mackay Manufacturing Hub at the Mackay Women in Manufacturing breakfast for an engaging discussion on Queensland manufacturers’ ability to innovate and the opportunities and importance for women to contribute to and actively shape the future of the sector.
R U OK? Day breakfast raises awareness for mental health and healthy conversations. By looking out for and supporting those we care about, we can all play a role in suicide prevention. R U OK? encourages all Australians to recognise they have what it takes to ask ‘are you OK?’.
A selection of Queensland’s top manufacturers and manufacturing support organisations will open their doors to showcase their innovative and manufacturing processes, techniques and technologies to other manufacturers.
Developed by the Queensland Resources Council, Resources WIDE is a free online hub housing over 70 practical tools and resources that help organisations to attract, build and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce in the Queensland resources sector.
Friday 22 August is more than just a prestigious black-tie Gala Dinner! The RIN Awards honour the top-performing individuals and organisations that have shaped our region over the past year – offering the perfect opportunity to celebrate and reflect on shared success.
Power Hour: Social Media Content Creation Using Your Phone
The purpose of the Queensland Resources & Innovation Expo aims to be a premier platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies, fostering industry collaboration, and driving sustainable advancements in the resources sector. This event will bring together industry leaders, technology innovators, policymakers, investors and anyone interested to explore solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility.
Finding the right people has never been more important — or more challenging. This session looks at how to sharpen your recruitment practices to find capable, motivated team members and build a workforce that can grow with your business.
We all make quick decisions — it’s how we keep pace in busy environments. But sometimes, shortcuts in our thinking can lead us to miss great ideas, overlook capable people, or make inconsistent calls. This session explores how to slow down just enough to make better, fairer, and more effective decisions.
Circular Australia and Aurecon are delighted to invite you to our 2nd Circular Economy Precincts Accelerators taking place in Brisbane.
Decarbonisation Accelerated: Continuing the Conversation
Join us for an insightful and forward-thinking event designed to equip you with the latest knowledge and tools to navigate the dynamic and changing landscape of the Greater Whitsunday region. Decarbonisation Accelerated: Continuing the Conversation will delve into pertinent business challenges and opportunities in the following areas:
Navigating Change: Strategic flexibility in a shifting landscape
Sustainable, Responsible Futures: ESG and why it makes good business sense
Diversifying a World-renowned METS Sector: Unlocking new opportunities to retain our competitive edge
Technology Transformation: Embracing carbon-reducing equipment and practices
From Strategy to Action: Implementing innovation and sustainability for future growth.
Join us for a morning of networking with manufacturers in the Greater Whitsunday region and hear from industry experts!
The Welding Supervisor course is a face-to-face course run over three, one-week modules by Weld Australia. This course will be led by our experienced welding technology trainer Joe Sandor and Bailey Greathead. Joe and Bailey hold both the AS2214 and AS1796 Welding supervisor qualifications along with Welding Inspection and AS1796 Welding certificates 1 through to 9.
