Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce

Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards Code of Practice 2022 Information Session
2023-06-08 11:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
The release of the Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022 (PDF, 1.46MB) (the Code) along with amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulation, are important steps in keeping Queensland workplaces safe, healthy and productive.
In these FREE in person sessions Workplace Health and Safety Queensland will provide persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) with the following information as part of an overview of the Code:

types of common psychosocial hazards
how psychosocial hazards and risks can be controlled or managed
duty holder obligations
what is reasonably practicable
tools and resources.

Gympie
Date: Thursday 8 June 2023
Time: 11am-12.30pm
Location: The Pavilion Conference and Reception Centre
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Thriving and Surviving for Small Business workshop
2023-06-16 10:00 - 12:00
The Business LEAP team are excited to announce our upcoming Thriving and Surviving for Small Business Workshop.

Location :- Proston Library, Friday the 16th of June from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

The workshop will be presented by Jason Virtue from the Business LEAP team.

This is an excellent opportunity for existing small business owners and anyone interested in starting their own business or wanting to enhance their existing business skills. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from an experienced facilitator and interact with like-minded individuals in a supportive and collaborative environment. Attendance to the workshop is free, but registration is required to secure an attendance spot.

Attendees can register now at:
https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/surviving-and-thriving-business-resilience-proston/

KCCI June Meet & Greet
2023-06-20 17:30 - 19:30
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc
Invites you our next Meet & Greet.
Hosted by:
Jobmatch Employment
at 7 Glendon Street, Kingaroy
When: Tuesday 20 June 2023
Time: 5:30pm
Cost:
Members: $10.00 per person
Non-members: $15.00 per person

Guest speakers
Lesa Bell
Chief Executive Officer, Jobmatch Employment
Jobmatch Employment is a not-for-profit organisation that offers a specialised service supporting job seekers in their employment journey. We aim to be the provider of choice making a difference to people’s lives through skills development, training, employment and community participation. This year, Jobmatch Employment celebrates 30 years of providing a free and confidential service to both jobseekers and employers in the South Burnett and Gympie regions.
Kelly Langdon
COO, Kingaroy Private Hospital
Scott McLennan
Company Director, SB Radiology

Don’t forget to bring some cash for raffle tickets.
Download invite
RSVP by 18th June 2022 to info@kcci.asn.au

If you wish to pay prior to the event, bank details are:
Heritage
BSB 638-070
Account No. 1055 1158
Account name: Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce
Please use your business name as the reference and email receipt of payment to info@kcci.asn.au

Mental Health Charity Golf Challenge 2023
2023-07-08
The challenge launches in Blackbutt on the 25th of March and then progresses through the South Burnett with each golf club having their own day.
There is a final in Kingaroy on the 14th of October where 1st, 2nd and 3rd from each golf day as well as 1 team drawn at random at each golf day.
All funds raised go directly to help fight mental health issues in the entire South Burnett Region.
Find out more on Facebook.

We are seeking sponsorship to a local community golf challenge to support mental health.
Sponsors will be mentioned at each day and through various other sources of media on a regular basis such as Facebook, on Crow FM radio, Burnett Today newspaper and Southburnett.com.au
I am hoping that your company or any companies that you have affiliations with will be able to support this cause to raise the highest amount achievable to help the people in our region with such a serious and prevalent problem.
To respond and discuss sponsorship please use spudnwendy@gmail.com

Ready for Work
2023-07-11 10:00 - 14:30
Ready for Work is designed to help people build a resume, apply for jobs and prepare for interviews!
This time it will be in Kingaroy!
The target group is anyone over 15 who is keen to work but just needs a little bit of help to find and apply for a job!
We have lots of exciting things happening this time:

A jobs tour – we will be going to business around Kingaroy to learn what they are all about
The South Burnett Library presenting information on preparing a resume and getting ready for an interview
Dress for the Job

Your clients might be eligible if:

They are over 15 (there is no upper age limit)
They require complementary services because they have significant barriers to learning and employment
They have been unemployed for over 6 months
They are an Australian or New Zealand Citizen

People are welcome to attend either just one or all the sessions! If they attend all, that is obviously better However, we are happy for them to attend one!
To enrol:

My preference would be to please have your client complete the attached enrolment form
However, if that isn’t an option can you please just get them to send me a text or an email? My mobile is 0413 030 641

Ready For Work
2023-07-11 10:00 - 2023-08-29 14:30
Do you know someone:

Who is looking for work?
Has an outdated or boring resume?
Needs help preparing for an interview?

Our program could help them find a job sooner
It’s not too late to register! Just have the person interested send me a text and I will get in contact. My phone number is 0413 030 641
People can register anytime until the end of the program! They can come to one session, two sessions or all of the sessions! We are flexible!!
Details:
10am to 2:30pm
Tuesdays 11 July to 29 August
Cost: FREE
Location: Kingaroy Youth Park
Transport available for Kingaroy and Nanango
Lunch provided

2023 South Burnett Careers Market
2023-07-20 08:30 - 15:00
TAFE Queensland Kingaroy campus is working together with the South Burnett schools to host the 2023 South Burnett Careers Market.
You are invited to participate in this opportunity to engage with approximately 800 high school students, as well as staff and parents, within the South Burnett region.
The aim of the Careers Market is to:

Inspire high school students to consider vocational training, tertiary education and trades and career possibilities.
Showcase the businesses and industries of the region to young people within the community.
Profile emerging industries and job markets across various occupations, including training requirements.
Enable trade areas to showcase their career pathways.
Highlight the wide range of occupations and training available in the South Burnett.
Provide students with the opportunity to try out various trade skills using real workshop equipment.
Showcase TAFE Queensland’s Kingaroy campus facilities.
To provide maximum impact, we plan to coordinate displays based on services, industry or trade themes.

We encourage all stall holders/participants to consider interactive displays or activities, which will engage the youth and showcase the innovative and progressive elements of your organisation.
The Careers Market is an excellent opportunity to inspire young people to explore regional, state, national and international employment and training opportunities.
For planning purposes please register your business via our register now button below. Please note that registration will close on Thursday 6 July 2023.
Register Now
Once you have registered, we will be in touch closer to confirm site location and set up times. Please let me know if there are any changes to attendees. This ensures we can cater appropriately.

Regional Business HQ: Upcoming online workshops
2023-07-25 - 2023-08-03
Workshops include:
Conquering your content
SEO like a pro
Payments and bookings systems
Don’t dance for likes with TikTok
Deep dive into AI
Stop being attractive to hackers
Creating Canva magic for your business
Dates and times vary. Visit website for details.
Digital Solutions

Supplying into Major projects – Webinar
2023-07-26 09:00 - 12:00
Understand the requirements and certifications needed to join a major supply chain.
Major projects and their associated supply chains comprise a significant part of the Queensland economy, totalling 73 per cent of GDP. In this session you will learn about what major projects are, where to find the opportunities and what you need to strengthen your capabilities, enabling you to best position your business will benefit if you take the time to invest in building your capability.
After the webinar you will receive a detailed toolkit and action plan to further help you on your major projects journey.
This webinar is designed by experts in the field of major projects to assist local suppliers and will cover:

Major projects market – how it can benefit your business
Risk management – work health and safety for major projects
Risk management – quality, environment, sustainability, financial capacity, information security
Ethical suppliers
Skills and workforce management
Tender and contract readiness

Event details
26 May 2023
9am – 12pm
Online Webinar
$50 per person
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Webinar on Cyber Security
2023-07-27 13:00 - 14:00
Managing your Cyber Security
The Queensland Government is offering a series of cyber security webinars to Queensland businesses and stakeholders. This free webinar is the first of three.
This webinar, presented by Qudos Management, will explain how a business can apply layers of cyber security protection.
It will discuss the importance of awareness and training, policies, procedures and practical controls to improve cyber resilience for your business and includes practical demonstrations and scenarios.
The webinar will be held from 1-2pm, Thursday 27 July 2023.
To register or find out more click here: Webinar 1 Managing your Cyber Security

An evening with Bendigo Bank Chief Economist
2023-07-27 17:30 - 19:30
Bendigo Bank proudly presents an evening with Bendigo Bank Chief Economist, David Robertson.
Thursday 27 July, 5:30pm
The Business Hub
195 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy
Drinks and Nibbles provided.
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Dungeons & Dragons Come and Try Day
2023-07-29 11:00 - 15:00
Exciting news – CTC Youth Crew has partnered up with Gamez Knight in Kingaroy to host a Dungeons & Dragons Come and Try Day for young people aged 12-24 who would like to learn more about the DnD universe and how the game is played.

What is DnD?
Dungeons & Dragons takes you and your friends on epic journeys. Become characters you create, battle deadly foes, uncover secrets, find treasure, and make memories that last a lifetime. Are you looking to spark your imagination while having fun with friends? Dungeons & Dragons is a collaborative roleplaying game for players of all ages. Gather your friends to vanquish mighty monsters, embark on epic quests, and tell legendary stories filled with fantasy and fun!

Why should young people play?
DnD allows young people to make friends and think creatively in a supportive environment. Gamez Knight is a safe space for young people to meet likeminded people in the community who enjoy playing games in a social atmosphere. This DnD session will be led by experienced Dungeon Masters (game organisers and participants in charge of creating the details and challenges of a given adventure, while maintaining a realistic continuity of events) who will help explain the rules and teach newcomers the ropes. DnD is a great imaginative outlet and fantastic way for young people to meet new people.
We will be providing each participant with their own set of DnD dice to keep as well as lunch and transport, if required. To register a young person, simply reply to this email or call me on 0429 190 713 if you have any questions.

Skilling Queenslanders for Work Info Session
2023-08-11 10:00 - 11:30
Skilling Queenslanders for Work is a tailored program designed to assist Queenslanders that need support to gain the qualifications and skills needed to enter and stay in the workforce.
At the end of the information session, there will be an opportunity to meet with DYJESBT staff to discuss your individual organisation’s plans and. programs.
The information session will cover:

Regional Priorities
Program objectives and eligibility
CBO and RTO role and expectations
Online application process and budget tips

Register by 4 August
ddswdesbt@desbt.qld.gov.au
Friday, 11th August
10 – 11:30am
The Business Hub, Kingaroy

BaconFest
2023-08-18 - 2023-08-20
The idea for a BaconFest came to our first Chief Baconeer Kathryn Stevens one night while doing the washing up. This light bulb moment was discussed at length over coffee and wine and slowly but surely began to gain some momentum. Before long, an impressive team of enthusiastic and bacon-loving volunteers had signed up for the cause and committed themselves to delivering a weekend-long celebration of the pig. These creative individuals are passionate about the South Burnett region and committed to using their professional skills and talents to give back to the community by delivering a truly delicious event.

Find out more on our website!
Kingaroy Baconfest

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Supplying into major projects - Webinar
2023-08-30 09:00 - 12:00
Event by Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning
Wed, Aug 30, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (your local time)
Online
Event linkhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supplying-into-major-projects-webinar-tickets-590612025467?aff=oddtdtcreator
Understand the requirements and certifications needed to join a major supply chain
Major projects and their associated supply chains comprise a significant part of the Queensland economy, totalling 73 per cent of GDP. In this session you will learn about what major projects are, where to find the opportunities and what you need to strengthen your capabilities, enabling you to best position your business to target upcoming opportunities …..
