Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce

Investment-readiness Workshop: Gympie
2021-05-06 09:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane)
Register now for your opportunity to attend an Investment-readiness workshop in the Wide Bay
Trade and Investment (TIQ) is partnering with Deloitte Australia to deliver a series of workshops around Queensland to help small and medium-sized businesses attract new investment.
Learn about what investors are looking for and how to develop a strong business case and information memorandum.
Topics include:

economic update for Queensland considering impacts of COVID-19 on businesses
recap of what investment options are available, and what investors are looking for
what it means to be ‘investment ready’
the purpose of an information memorandum
tips for preparing an information memorandum
working through the key sections of an information memorandum.

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Workshop in Gympie and Bundaberg

Gympie: Thursday 6 May 2021
9:30am – 4:30pm
Gunabul Homestead, 9 Power Road Gympie
Cost free

Bundaberg: Thursday, 20 May 2021
9:30am – 4:30pm
Rowers on the River, 2 Toonburra St Bundaberg

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Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention training
2021-05-05 09:30 - 16:30
Make a difference in suicide prevention.
Educating, empowering and resourcing local Australian Communities.
Date: 5 May 2021
Time: 9:30am– 4:30pm
Venue: GB Hall, Kingaroy Showgrounds
Cost: Free
Register for this event call 1800 100 024
For more information call 1800 100 024 or email lifeforce@wesleymission.org.au
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Mayor's Community Breakfast 2021
2021-04-30 06:30 - 08:30
Mayor’s Community Charity Breakfast to launch the South Burnett Relay for Life 2021.
All proceeds donated to Relay for Life.
Hosted by Mayor Brett Otto
When: Friday 30 April 2021
Time: 6:45am – 8:30am (6:30am for 6:45am start)
Where: Tobruk Room, Kingaroy RSL
Cost: $30pp
Includes hot breakfast, tea, coffee & juice
Tickets may be pre-purchased at the Kingaroy Customer Service Centre.
RSVP by Friday 23 April
Linda: 4189 9100
Email executive.services@sbrc.qld.gov.au

APM in the Community Sessions
2021-04-28 14:00 - 16:00
APM is working with the NDIS to deliver the Local Area Coordination (LAC), Partner in the Community Program.
In this session we will help you understand:

The NDIS
How to access the Scheme
The planning process
What are goals
Your Plan Review
How to use your plan
General questions and answers

When: Wednesday, 28 April
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Where: APM office
Find our more at apm.net.au/ndis
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KCCI April Meet & Greet
2021-04-27 17:15 - 19:00
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Invites you to our next Meet & Greet.
Where:
Kingaroy Youth Park
Somerset Street, Kingaroy
When: Tuesday 27th April 2021
Time: 5.15pm
Cost:
Members: $10.00 per person
Non-members: $15.00 per person
Guest speakers:

South Burnett CTC – Kirsten Firman
Kingaroy Police – Detective Inspector Christ Knight

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RSVP by 22nd April 2021 to info@kcci.asn.au

Emerging Exporters Program
2021-03-24 07:30 - 09:30
Dalby Information Session (Afternoon): When: 24 March 2021 Time: 4:00pm Where: O’Shea’s Windsor Hotel Dalby (Catering provided – Free to attend but registrations are essential) – REGISTER
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Shell’s QGC Emerging Exporters Program (EEP) supports businesses to build export capability, explore global export markets and develop products for longer term opportunities abroad. The program is aimed at helping participants develop their business to ensure you’re ready to explore new market opportunities, both domestic and international….building your business capability and developing products in line with potential for export.
The program provides a structured learning pathway to build export capability, provides direct assistance with making contacts in overseas markets and generally provides support as you look to navigate the complexities of export. This support is delivered through a series of workshops and targeted services, tailored to the Food and Agribusiness sectors over a twelve month period with one on one support provided for participants over the 12 month period

Who should attend these information sessions?
Agribusinesses located in the Western Downs and Surat Basin or have supply chain linkages into the region in providing economic benefit through either sourcing product or providing marketing options for existing businesses that would like to:

Develop domestic market opportunities with the view to export
Develop export capability and explore new global markets
Develop an idea or concept with a view to build capacity for future export market development and longer term opportunities abroad

This program is for those looking to export in the short term, as well as those with a long term horizon but wanting to make the right choices now for the future.
Information sessions will include:

An outline of the Emerging Exporters Program
What you can expect from the Emerging Exporters Program – this program will help you decide if export is for you, and then support you to take the next step in becoming export ready
Calls for Expressions of Interest

Shell’s QGC Emerging Exporters Program is delivered by Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE). The social investment program, supported by Shell’s joint venture partners Tokyo Gas and CNOOC, contributes to a strong and diverse economy within the Western Downs.
If anyone is unable to attend although are interested in the program, please contact Justin – justin@tsbe.com.au or 0448011946

South Burnett Business Breakfast
2021-03-24 06:00 - 08:00
Hosted by Matt Collins
An intimate morning with our local business stars!
Inspire the rest of your business year hearing from local business achievers.
Topics from our experts include:

Journey of a real estate young gun
The value of a local newspaper
Doing business together

Bring your gold coins for raffles. Entry includes a ticket into the lucky door prize.
When: Wednesday, 24 March
Breakfast 6am, for 6:30am
Cost: $20 includes breakfast. Real coffee available for order.
Book ahead: (07) 4163 1375

Facade Improvement Workshop
2021-03-23 17:30 - 19:30
KCCI are hosting a workshop for businesses looking to update their shop fronts to capitalise on the Kingaroy Transformation Project.
When: Tuesday 23 March
Time: 5:30pm
Where: Kingaroy Town Hall
Drinks and nibbles will be provided.
RSVP essential: Tuesday 16 March by 5pm to Paula – info@kcci.asn.au
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Toastmasters: Communicate Confidently
2021-03-04 19:00 - 21:00
Speechcraft Course.

Are you nervous when you speak?
Do you struggle to organise your thoughts before you speak?
Do you want to get your message across effectively?

If you answered ‘yes’, come by and learn by doing in a small, friendly group setting. This beginners course will help you communicate with confidence in many areas of personal and public speaking.
When: Thursdays, 4–25 March 2021
Time: 7–9pm
Where: Kingaroy RSL, Anzac Room
Cost: $125
Includes comprehensive workbook and 6 months membership if you choose to join afterwards.
To register:
Judith Rowarth 0410 190 310
or
Marietta Wetzig 0418 156 547
Limited places available.
Presented by:
South Burnett Toastmasters Club
southburnetttoastmasters@gmail.com
www.southburnett.toastmastersclubs.org

KCCI February Meet & Greet
2021-03-01 17:15 - 19:00
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Invites you to our Annual General Meeting and Meet & Greet
Hosted by Deb Frecklington MP.
Where:
South Burnett Senior Citizens Hall
Cnr Avoca & Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy
When: Monday 1st March 2021
Time: 5.15pm
Cost:
Members: $10.00 per person
Non-members: $15.00 per person

Guest speakers:
Deb Frecklington MP
Member for Nanango
Shadow Minister for Water and the Construction of Dams
Shadow Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing
KCCI
Strategic Plan release

RSVP by 26th February to info@kcci.asn.au
Must RSVP due to COVID-19 restrictions and COVID Safe Plan.
If you wish to purchase tickets prior to the event, please use the details below.
Bank: 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
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South Burnett Ag Network: Reef Protection Regulations
2021-02-09 18:30 - 20:00
Reef regulations info sessions planned for North and South Burnett
BIEDO is hosting the Office of the Great Barrier Reef (OGBR) as they conduct consultation sessions across the Burnett Inland regarding Reef protection regulations, which are being strengthened to address land-based sources of water pollution flowing to the Great Barrier Reef.
The consultation sessions will be small round table meetings with local industry and grower representatives.
The OGBR team will provide an overview of the draft standard conditions and general information regarding the application process for an environmental authority, including the proposed information requirements for a site-specific application.
BIEDO will host two of these events:

South Burnett – Kingaroy Town Hall, Tuesday 9 Feb @ 6:30pm
North Burnett – Monto Town Hall, Thursday 11 Feb @ 6:30pm

OGBR will also provide the option to participate via teleconference and video conference.
Written submissions on the proposed standard are due by Wednesday, 17 February 2021. More information is available at www.qld.gov.au/ReefRegulations
All rural landholders, irrespective of industry, are encouraged to attend to hear what these standards mean for them.
Please register your attendance to assist with catering and COVID-19 restrictions @ www.biedo.org.au/events

During 2020, the LNP Opposition fought against the implementation of Reef Regulations that will affect every landholder in in a Reef Catchment area. For those in the Nanango Electorate, this means landholders in the South Burnett and Gympie Regional Council areas.
If you are a landholder in these areas, I would encourage you to attend a special meeting of the South Burnett Ag Network:
Tuesday 9th February in Kingaroy (click here for details)
Information about the Reef Regulations will be shared. The Labor Government will close submissions on the draft ‘Standard Conditions’ for cropping and horticultural activities on 17th February.
These regulations will have a major impact on farming operations in our region. The role of the government should be to work alongside farmers and communities towards environmental outcomes, instead of ramming unworkable laws down their throats. I urge you to consider making a submission letting the Government know how this will impact your business.
Deb Frecklington

KCCI December Meet & Greet
2020-12-14 17:15 - 19:30
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Invites you to our Annual General Meeting and Meet & Greet
Hosted by Betta Home Living.
Where:
Kingaroy Betta Home Living
102 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy
When: Monday 14th December 2020
Time: 5.15pm
Cost: $10.00 per person
Commencing with KCCI Annual General Meeting

Guest speakers:
Brett Hall – New owner of Kingaroy Betta Home Living
Aaron Meehan & Allan Christensen – SB Regional Council
Update on the Kingaroy Transformation Project
Followed with some Christmas Cheer!
RSVP by 12th December to info@kcci.asn.au
Must RSVP due to COVID-19 restrictions and COVID Safe Plan.
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KCCI AGM
2020-12-14 17:15 - 19:30
KCCI AGM plus Meet & Greet will be on Monday 14th December hosted by Betta Electrical, Kingaroy commencing at 5.15pm.
Invitation with all details will follow soon.

Resource Community Info Sessions
2020-12-10 15:00 - 17:00
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy (DNRME) is hosting a free Online Resource Community Information session.
To help communities, landholders, and resource companies work better together, the Department of Natural Resources Mines and Energy (DNRME) is hosting an Online Regional Community Information Session targeting the Wide Bay and Burnett areas. This session will be delivered in conjunction with the Department of Environment and Science (DES), Land Access Ombudsman Queensland and Land Court.
Whether landholders, miners or community members – attendees will leave the session with an awareness their rights and obligations when it comes to land access, where to go for help in negotiating a fair arrangement, how they can resolve disputes without unnecessary cost or stress and the laws that govern exploration and mining activities in Queensland. The presentation will finish with a moderated Question and Answer session.
Register here.
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Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact DNRME’s Engagement and Compliance Unit by phoning 137 107 or via email Resources.Info@dnrme.qld.gov.au

The Burnett's first dedicated sole-trader Christmas Party!
2020-12-01 17:45 - 21:00
As you know, being a sole-trader has some great perks; flexibility, no reporting line and the choice (well sometimes) to take a long lunch. However, it also has some challenges, no-one to high-five to celebrate a success, few collaboration opportunities, less opportunity for leadership learning, no accidental catch-ups and the higher likelihood of overworking a regular work week. That’s certainly how I have felt every Christmas since my time in Council or the RSL.
So, with that being said, and in a small effort to shine some light, we have put together a Sole-Trader Christmas Party, I’m wondering if you might be able to support us in our first event. Neither make any profit from this, and aren’t seeking for superstardom – it’s cost neutral, based around some fun, networking and connection for those who don’t have work colleagues around them.
When: Tuesday 1 December 2020, 5:45pm – 9pm
Location: Kingsley Grove Estate
Tickets: $76.16
Find out more and book your ticket.
Or find the event on Facebook.
