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Building Queensland’s Manufacturing Future
You’re invited – November Enterprise Evening on Tuesday, 4 November at Wellcamp Airport.
We are pleased to welcome keynote speaker Honourable Dale Last, Queensland Minister for Manufacturing, who will share the bold vision to grow and empower Queensland’s manufacturing sector, as evidenced by the recent launch of the Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Strategy.
About Hon. Dale Last:
Dale Last is the Queensland Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development. Born and raised in country Queensland, Dale has dedicated his career to serving regional communities. Dale is a fierce advocate for regional communities and rural development. His electorate of Burdekin is home to major resources projects and key transport infrastructure, including numerous mines and the Port of Abbot Point.
This exclusive event will showcase how our region is attracting world-class investment, including the announcement of Boeing’s new MQ-28 Ghost Bat production facility – a major step forward in building capability in emerging aeronautical industries.
You’ll also hear from industry leaders:
- Queensland Government Manufacturing Hub will share insights on enabling economic growth and highlight Toowoomba’s new manufacturing hub capability.
- Boeing will share insights into the MQ-28 Ghost Bat production facility and the opportunities it brings to our region. Boeing is building a brand new production facility in Toowoomba, to support the manufacture of the MQ-28 – Australia’s first military combat aircraft designed and developed in over 50 years. It is Boeing’s first final assembly facility to be built outside of North America, and is indicative of Boeing’s global focus, and continued commitment to fostering a robust Australian aerospace industry.
- Hutchinson Builders will provide updates on construction and infrastructure developments.
Queensland’s demand for industrial land has never been stronger, driven by rapid growth in manufacturing, warehousing and logistics. With over 2,000 hectares of zoned industrial land and world-class connectivity by road, rail and air, Toowoomba is perfectly positioned to meet this demand.
This is a unique opportunity to hear how government, industry and the private sector are working together to position the Toowoomba and surrounding region through regional growth and innovation – and how your business can be part of it.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, collaborate and contribute to Queensland’s manufacturing future.
TSBE Member price: $95 (TSBE Members
Non-member price: $125
