Qld Winter Craft Festival
2021-06-01 08:00 - 2021-07-28 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Queensland
Exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations at the Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery.
Entry to the art gallery is FREE!

Celebrating the ‘Art of Craft’

Exhibitions, displays, workshops and demonstrations
Daily exhibitions and displays, busy program of workshops and demonstrations.
Contact the Gallery for workshop bookings 07 4189 9323
Contact the Art Gallery for workshop program.
Download exhibition & demonstrations flyer.

Quilt Trail
Follow an exciting Quilt Trail around the Kingaroy District.
24th – 25th July 2021
Download flyer & map.

Hats with Attitude
Enter the competition.

Gallery hours:
Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm
Saturday & Public holidays 9am – 1pm

Rural Support Training: Farm Safety Development Program 3
2021-06-07 08:30 - 2021-06-10 15:30
For farm and business owners, managers and workers, working in a safe environment is a key responsibility. This program has been designed to provide the opportunity to build safe work practices in and around the workplace.
When: Monday 7 June to Thursday 10 June
Where: TAFE Queensland Nurunderi Campus, Cherbourg
Download flyer.
For more information or to apply call (07) 4160 4450 or email ruralsupporttraining.southwest@tafe.qld.gov.au
Please enquire as soon as possible as places are limited. Applications required by 26 May 2021.

KCCI June Meet & Greet
2021-06-08 17:15 - 19:00
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Invites you to our next Meet & Greet.
Where:
Sportfirst Kingaroy
23 Alford Street, Kingaroy
When: Tuesday 8th June 2021
Time: 5.15pm
Cost:
Members: $10.00 per person
Non-members: $15.00 per person
More info to follow.

RSVP by 5th June 2021 to info@kcci.asn.au

Better Business: How to maxmise savings
2021-06-16 07:00 - 09:00
We get it, running a business is tough under any conditions. However, with the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, it may be time to review your business operations to seek out savings and build business resilience.
To understand how your business can maximise savings, join CCIQ’s and the Maryborough Chamber of Commerce’s free Better Business Workshop on Wednesday 16 June at 7:00am to 9:00am at the Carriers Arms Hotel.
This workshop will guide you and your business through the benefits of adopting sustainable practices and processes that reduce energy, waste and water costs to your business.
In this free workshop, you will learn about:

Understand business resilience and sustainability practices.
Practical advice, information, and ideas.
Next steps to help your business reduce consumption across energy, water, and waste.

Register here.

Mental Wellbeing SMILE Launch
2021-06-18 06:30 - 08:30
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like to invite you to attend their Mental Wellbeing SMILE launch.
When: Friday 18 June 2021
Where: Kingaroy Town Hall
Time: From 6:30am
RSVP: info@kcci.asn.au
Download invite.

Country Cares Arena Tour Nanango
2021-06-25 16:00 - 21:30
Easing the Mental Health crisis in Rural Australia, the concert aims to entertain, inform and provide family fun. Between performances, interviews provide information about the various help available for mental health.
Gates open at 4pm, programme starts at 5:30pm.
Presented by Drought Angels and Larrican Entertainment.
FREE EVENT.
Artists:

Larry Cann
Dani Young (Sydney)
Chris Staff (Grafton)
plus local guest talent

Plus:

Fun for the whole family
Bar, food & market stalls
Rides n Slides for kids

Wheel & Walk 2021
2021-07-25 08:30 - 12:30
Early bird registration is open!
Organised by SBH Qld (Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Queensland)

Every year SBH Qld hosts the “Wheel & Walk” Fun Run & Community Day in Brisbane. This year we hope to replicate the event right here in Kingaroy. The vision for SBH Qld Wheel & Walk in “THE ROY” 2021 is to give members and their families, friends, and colleagues the opportunity to walk or wheel together just as they would in Brisbane, but I need your help to make it happen, and respectfully ask you to join us on this adventure.
If you are interested to know more, I invite you to message Anitta at astallwood@sbhqueensland.org.au and I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Funds from this initiative, will be strategically facilitated by SBH management to bolster ground roots programs across Queensland. All donations of cash or goods will be graciously accepted.
Thank you for your consideration of this special community event, we genuinely appreciate the opportunity afforded to me by the business community in the South Burnett Region. Let’s make the inaugural SBH QLD Wheel & Walk in “THE ROY” 2021 a fun event for everyone. Below is the link to our fundraising page should you wish to make a cash donation. Thank you.
Link to fundraising & registration page.

KCCI July Meet & Greet
2021-07-27 17:15 - 19:30
Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc Invites you to our next Meet & Greet.
Where:
Kingaroy Office Central
163 Haly Street, Kingaroy
When: Tuesday 27th July 2021
Time: 5.15pm
Cost:
Members: $10.00 per person
Non-members: $15.00 per person
Guest speakers
Kingaroy Office Supplies
Susan Robertson
Susan and Brendan have owned Kingaroy Office Central for 6 years this month. They have a wonderful staff who are always ready to help find just the right item for your office and crafting needs.
Visit South Burnett
Jason Kinsella (President) and Melanie Eastaugh (Tourism Development Officer)
Bacon Fest
Kristy Board and Bacon Man
Download invite.

RSVP by 22nd July 2021 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

SMILE Program: NICL Training
2021-08-16 17:30 - 19:30
The KCCI has engaged Bunyarra Counselling and Mediation after seeing a video on social media about their NICL program. Michael Sanford and Narelle Sanford from Bunyarra developed the NICL program after noticing the ever-growing need for early intervention around people’s mental health and it was a great fit for the what the KCCI is trying to achieve. The program had already been implemented into some large corporations with great success.
The S.M.I.L.E initiative is aimed at businesses to create awareness around mental wellbeing in the workplace as well as ensuring business owners/managers are supported too.
If a business in the region is the member of the KCCI, we will fund 2 people from that business to do the NICL training. We hope future funding applications will allow us to roll this training out to more staff and more businesses across the region. Alternatively, businesses can engage Bunyarra
Counselling and Mediation themselves to deliver the NICL training.
KCCI would like to see all businesses no matter how large or small to engage with any of the service providers we have in our region to discuss their options around mental wellbeing in the workplace. We will have a list of providers on our website in the coming weeks.
When:
Monday 16 August
Monday 6 September
Monday 20 September
Time:
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Where:
ANZAC room
Kingaroy RSL
Download flyer.
Email your interest to info@kcci.asn.au with preferred date and names of attendees.

CANCELLED: 2021 Baconfest
2021-08-20 10:00 - 2021-08-22 17:00
Baconfest 2021 has been cancelled.
Baconfest 2019 attracted around 15,000 visitors to our area and we want your businesses to get involved and make Kingaroy a pigtastic affair.

Our story
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 to 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.
Visit the Baconfest website for more information.

FREE Cyber Security Information Session
2021-08-26 11:45 - 13:30
Learn how to protect your business.
Date: Thursday 26th August 2021
Place: The Rowers Club quay Street, Bundaberg
Time: 11:45am -1:30pm
Cost: Free
REGISTER NOW
Cybersecurity Information Session and Workshop
MEMBER PRICE Free
Australian businesses lose $29 billion each year due to cyber attacks. Is your business protected?
Join our FREE cyber security workshop to learn how to protect your business against potential cyber security risks.
Led by digital expert Nigel Heyn from REDD Digital, this workshop will cover:

How to combat cyber security risks to your business
Identify how to enhance your business’ cyber security with a FREE cyber health tool
Key resources to educate your team on cyber security best practice.

Don’t let your business fall into risk of a cyber attack and potentially cost your business thousands of dollars.
Time: 11:45am – 1:30pm
Date: Thursday 26th August 2021
Location: The Rowers Club Quay Street Bundaberg
lunch included.
Register now: https://www.bundabergchamber.com.au/product/chamber-cybersecurity-workshop/
This event is part of the Cyber Health program, powered by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ), REDD Digital and Bundaberg and District Chamber of Commerce.
Cyber Health is fully funded by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources. Content and resources are courtesy of the Australian Cyber Security Centre

Women Leading the Future in Rural and Regional Communities - LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
2021-08-28 08:30 - 16:30
Saturday 28 August 2021
9am – 4:30pm
Leadership Workshop
Interactive and experiential workshop curated for women living, working and leading in rural and regional communities – coming to you in the lovely South Burnett!
PotentialPlus Solutions and Melissa Barnett are delighted to invite you to the inaugural Women Leading the Future in Rural and Regional Communities Leadership Program on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 August 2021, in the South Burnett.
We have curated this experiential workshop and in-depth masterclass to suit women living, working and leading in rural and regional communities. The program provides a safe space for women to explore issues in an interactive and fun workshop, through conversation, input and personal reflection.
The brochure and registration details are attached for your information, and it will be greatly appreciated if you can circulate this email and brochure to women in your network who may be interested in participating. Closing date for registrations is Monday 16 August 2021.
Cost: $240pp (inc. GST) – fully catered
Download brochure & registration form.

Sunday 29 August 2021
8:30am – 12pm
Leadership Masterclass
This class will explore, in depth, the approaches to effectively balancing the competing priorities faced in daily life and work; including strategies for managing challenging conversations.

Women Leading the Future in Rural and Regional Communities - LEADERSHIP MASTERCLASS
2021-08-29 09:00 - 12:00
Sunday 29 August 2021
9am – 12pm
Leadership Masterclass
This class will explore, in depth, the approaches to effectively balancing the competing priorities faced in daily life and work; including strategies for managing challenging conversations.
PotentialPlus Solutions and Melissa Barnett are delighted to invite you to the inaugural Women Leading the Future in Rural and Regional Communities Leadership Program on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 August 2021, in the South Burnett.
We have curated this experiential workshop and in-depth masterclass to suit women living, working and leading in rural and regional communities. The program provides a safe space for women to explore issues in an interactive and fun workshop, through conversation, input and personal reflection.
The brochure and registration details are attached for your information, and it will be greatly appreciated if you can circulate this email and brochure to women in your network who may be interested in participating. Closing date for registrations is Monday 16 August 2021.
Cost: $115pp (inc. GST) – fully catered
Download brochure & registration form.

SMILE Program: NICL Training
2021-09-06 17:30 - 19:30
The KCCI has engaged Bunyarra Counselling and Mediation after seeing a video on social media about their NICL program. Michael Sanford and Narelle Sanford from Bunyarra developed the NICL program after noticing the ever-growing need for early intervention around people’s mental health and it was a great fit for the what the KCCI is trying to achieve. The program had already been implemented into some large corporations with great success.
The S.M.I.L.E initiative is aimed at businesses to create awareness around mental wellbeing in the workplace as well as ensuring business owners/managers are supported too.
If a business in the region is the member of the KCCI, we will fund 2 people from that business to do the NICL training. We hope future funding applications will allow us to roll this training out to more staff and more businesses across the region. Alternatively, businesses can engage Bunyarra
Counselling and Mediation themselves to deliver the NICL training.
KCCI would like to see all businesses no matter how large or small to engage with any of the service providers we have in our region to discuss their options around mental wellbeing in the workplace. We will have a list of providers on our website in the coming weeks.
When:
Monday 6 September
Monday 20 September
Time:
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Where:
ANZAC room
Kingaroy RSL
Download flyer.
Email your interest to info@kcci.asn.au with preferred date and names of attendees.

Growing Queensland Business Roadshow
2021-09-07 09:00 - 12:00
Queensland Government are hosting a roadshow series of statewide events for suppliers and government buyers to provide information on Queensland Government procurement and a range of other related programs and opportunities.
Why you should attend
You will get:

networking opportunities to meet local suppliers and buyers
information on upcoming procurement opportunities
practical information, tools and tips to help local business supply to
government and to help government buyers with their work
opportunities to grow your business through international trade
an opportunity to ask questions.

What we’ll cover
These events will provide information on:

government procurement processes and upcoming procurement opportunities for your region
where to find upcoming opportunities and receive notifications
how to make the most of these opportunities and where to go for help
engagement opportunities to meet local suppliers and government buyers
top tendering tips – improve your chances of tendering success
enhancing small and medium enterprise participation in procurement
the Queensland Government’s procurement from Indigenous businesses
growing your business through international trade – what are the barriers and how the government can help
how to determine insurance requirements for procurement activities.

The session will be a combination of a formal presentation, interactive activity and networking with representatives available from government and industry to answer your questions.
Register here
