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Local Buying Foundation - Queensland
October to December 2020 | Quarterly eNews
Central Highlands | Isaac | Mackay
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eNews Overview - scroll down to find out more!
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- Isaac Tourism Development Project
- 2020 Year in Review Video
- CHDC Tourism and Events Forum
- Isaac Small Business Month
- LBF Chairman's National Message
- LBFAC Update
- Approved projects: October - December
- Funding Round closing February 19, 2021
- AgFrontier Regional AgTech Catalyst
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Isaac Tourism Development Program
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Mackay Tourism welcomes the newest employee, Sharee Bauld, as the Isaac Tourism Development Officer. This role delivered in partnership between Mackay Tourism and Isaac Regional Council has received funding from
the Local Buying Foundation for a two year project.
Based in Moranbah, Sharee's previous experience in Tourism, Economic Development and Strategy Development will be monumental in developing the Isaac Tourism industry. This project intends to have tourism as a major cornerstone of the regional economy, providing sustainable income and employment in our community and increasing the liveability of the region through expanding local amenities and recreational assets.
The primary role will work to develop and market tourism businesses, destinations, and products specifically within the Isaac region. Although still in its infancy, tourism presents an
exciting opportunity for economic growth and diversity for the communities of the Isaac region.
Contact Sharee: isaac@mackaytourism.com
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Many can agree, that 2020 was a little different! The Local Buying Foundation continued to support a wide range of projects and initiatives which assisted businesses and business communities across New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. Check out the latest video below:
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Central Highland's Tourism and Events Forum provides big announcement
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CHDC Tourism and Events Forum: Darryl Black (Ka Ka Mundi Tours) Kylie Hawkins (CHDC), Arjan Bloemer (CHDC)
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The Local Buying Foundation was excited to be Platinum Partner for the Tourism and Events Forum, held on December 3rd, 2020. Featuring a program of exciting guest speakers including some who had worked closely with the Central Highlands Development Corporation on their new Brand Story.
The launch of the "Central Queensland Highlands" is a way to try and differentiate the Central Highlands region in Central Queensland from the other
highlands across Australia.
After significant work was done to develop the brand for the Central Queensland Highlands tourism campaign, guest speakers spoke about the importance of businesses showcasing their story and developing their brand story.
Following the Tourism and Events Forum, attendees were welcomed to join Darryl Black from Ka Ka Mundi Tours to see some of the tourism hotspots that the Central Highlands region has to offer and how tourism operators can leverage off these unique destinations.
Find out more about the Central Highlands Tourism Campaign.
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Small Business Month brings
opportunities to Isaac
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GW3 in conjunction with Isaac Regional Council attained funding from the Local Buying Foundation to hold a range of events across the Isaac Region for Small Business Month.
Check our video above to see what the GW3, LBF and IRC team got up do during Small Business Month.
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Local Buying Foundation National Update
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Melissa Westcott (C-Res Director)
Chair of Local Buying Foundation
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Welcome to our latest edition of the LBF ENews! As we close out 2020, we reminisce on the year that was – whilst it posed many challenges for all including our little team, the Local Buying Foundation achieved many great things. In response to Covid-19 and the effects that the pandemic had on businesses and business and industry groups, the Local Buying Foundation worked quickly to develop the B.I.G. Futures Fund. The B.I.G. Futures Fund aimed to support Business, Economic and Industry Groups (B.I.G) that faced significant challenges through Covid-19. The fund enabled these organisations to gain quick access to funding for projects that aligned with Business and Industry Innovation. The B.I.G. Futures Fund successfully supported nine projects across NSW and QLD, providing a total of $171,635 in approved
funding. 2020 also saw the launch of the Local Buying Foundation in Western Australia. The launch of the LBF in WA provides opportunities to enhance the economic stability in the local government areas of the Town of Port Hedland and the Shire of East Pilbara. Since inception in 2020, the WA LBF has provided a total of $38,500 in funding to three projects. Early in 2021, we will be launching the Local Buying Foundation in South Australia. The launch of the SA LBF will mean that we now have a Foundation operating alongside each of the Local Buying
Programs. During the last quarter of 2020, October to December, a number of projects were approved in NSW, QLD and WA.
- Pilbara Artist Development | The Junction Co.
- Muswellbrook Inspirations Conference | Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce
- Upper Hunter Showcase | Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce
- Scone Business Development Project | Scone Chamber of Commerce
- International Women's Day | Resource Industry Network
- Events Bootcamp Series |
Mackay Tourism
- Bike Strategy Project | Mackay Tourism
- Mackay City Think Tank | Mackay Chamber of Commerce
- Tap into Tenders | Central Highlands Development Corporation
- Business Excellence Awards | Central Highlands Development Corporation
- Economic Futures Forum | Central Highlands Development Corporation
The Local Buying Foundation would not be able to approve projects like those above without the continual support from BHP, BMA and BMC using the Local Buying Program and the contribution this provides to the Foundation. Whilst a number of our approved projects had to be postponed or delivery changed due to the pandemic, the LBF still managed to fund over $1.3 million nationally across QLD, NSW
and WA – it is safe to say that things were not slowing down in the world of LBF!
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| The Local Buying Foundation Advisory Committee (LBFAC) welcomes new member, Murray McKirdy. Joining the committee as the BHP Founding Representative, Murray is the Head of Supply Business
Partnership for BMA.
The LBFAC looks forward to welcoming Murray to the committee. His previous experience working across a range of industries and regions in Australia will be beneficial to the Local Buying Foundation.
The LBF would like to thank former BHP representative Liz Watts for her valuable time and contribution whilst on the Advisory Committee in 2020.
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Latest Funding Round Approved Applicants
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Congratulations to the following organisations on the funding of the below-listed projects in the October to December quarter: - Central Highlands Development Corporation | CHDC Economic Futures Forum
- Central Highlands Development Corporation | CHDC Business Excellence Awards
- Central Highlands Development Corporation | Tap into Tenders - 2020 - 2022
- Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce | Mackay City Think Tank
- Resource Industry Network | RIN 2021 International Women's Day Business Lunch Sponsorship
- Mackay Tourism | Mackay Region Bike Strategy-Business Mentoring Program
- Mackay Tourism | Event Bootcamp Series
Learn more by visiting our website or contacting our Project Officers on 1800 536 663.
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The Local Buying Foundation supports funding applications from $1,500 sponsorships through to $500,000 projects, which meet the needs of building sustainable business communities for the future.
For more information, please read on, visit our website or contact our Project Officers on 1800 536 663.
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AgTech 2.0: Regional AgTech Catalyst
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Are you an agricultural innovator or stakeholder looking to build out your network and be inspired by successful founders, expert mentors and thought
leaders? Join some of Australia’s leading agtech innovation leaders and immerse yourself in our three and half day (TBC) South Australia mission.
- Visit local incubators and tech hubs
- Meet with investment mentors and perfect your pitch
- Sessions on programs, accelerators and grants
- Masterclass with innovation experts
- Network, learn and collaborate with other Australian agtech start-ups like you
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Excel Course - Online | ISAAC | Greater Whitsunday Alliance09 February 2021 - 09 March 2021Excel Courses delivered via webinar at a subsidised price to attendees based in the Isaac region. This will be a great refresher or opportunity to increase your Excel skills. More Information Here
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Moranbah Mayors Breakfast | Moranbah | Greater Whitsunday Alliance25 FebruaryJoin GW3 and the Isaac Regional Council for the Mayor's Breakfast in Moranbah. This is a great opportunity to hear from the Council on the current focuses in the community. Attendees will also find valuable networking opportunity with other small businesses and industry stakeholders. Email Leann to find out more
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GW3 Business Community Breakfast | Middlemount, Dysart | Greater Whitsunday Alliance11 February - Middlemount, 19 February - DysartKick start the year by creating valuable relationships with business, community and industry stakeholders in your region. Email Leann to find out more
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RIN International Women's Day Luncheon | Mackay | Resource Industry Network 08 MarchResource Industry Network continues to celebrate successful women in STEM roles each year as part of its International Women's Day Business Lunch. The 2021 event will once again feature a panel of inspirational leaders and diversity champions who provide insight on their careers in the resources
sector, the importance of diversity in the workforce, and how to create balance. More Information
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CQ Rural Health Weekend | Emerald | CQ Rural Health12 MarchAfter being postponed in 2020, this two day education weekend that brings together the best in the field of healthcare. This will provide professional development opportunities for GP's, Nurses and Allied Health worker without having to leave the Central Highlands is back on.
More Information
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Canva Tutorial for Business | Online | Greater Whitsunday Alliance17 MarchCanva for beginners workshop will include brand kits, colours, fonts and handy tips. This will be interactive with plenty of time for questions. Email Leann to find out
more
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