Regional Development Australia Greater Whitsundays

Protect your small business with FREE cyber security training 🔒💻 The Cyber Wardens online program provides training to better equip business owners and employees with essential skills to create a secure digital environment, defend against threats, and recover from cyber-attacks. Developed by the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA), supported by the Australian Government and industry leaders, this program simplifies cyber security with no complex jargon – just effective, easy-to-apply tips. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/40CfvnD #cybersafety #protectyourbusiness #cyberwardens

Recently, the Australian Government announced the launch of the Small Business Cyber Resilience Service 💻 This initiative is a part of the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy, and the service is provided by IDCARE to deliver free, tailored assistance to help small businesses: ✅ Navigate cyber challenges ✅ Bolster cyber resilience ✅ Recover from a cyber incident This service is available to all eligible small businesses across Australia, via phone 1800 595 170, or through the online form: https://lnkd.in/gHWvMMWT #smallbusiness #cybersecurity #australiawidesupport

Calling all businesses and councils in regional Queensland 📣 Do you have high electricity consumption and are thinking about switching to renewable electricity? Business Renewables Centre Australia are holding Renewable Energy Purchasing Training Workshops in Southern, Central and Far North Queensland. Discover how a renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) can benefit your organisation. 📆 Warwick: 7 November, 12-2pm 📆 Rockhampton: 8 November, 12-2pm 📆 Townsville: 13 November, 12-2pm 📆 Cairns: 14 November, 12-2pm 📆 Mackay: 15 November, 12-2pm Registrations are FREE but essential. Tickets include a light lunch or afternoon tea. Venue details and links will be provided following registration: https://lnkd.in/gHikWPWD #renewableenergy #communitybenefitstraining #powerpurchasingagreement

After several successful trials, the Tropical North Queensland Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub are ready to introduce their new ESG On-Farm Rapid Assessment Tool with the region 🚜 This tool is designed to help farmers integrate sustainable practices more effectively into their operations – promoting environmental, social, and governance standards across the agricultural sector by simplifying ESG compliance. We encourage farmers, agribusinesses, and stakeholders to use this tool and provide your feedback to help refine and improve its efficiency: https://lnkd.in/gdEWXNSP Together, we can support sustainable growth in agriculture 🌾 #esgonfarmtool #rapidassessment #compliance #sustainablefarming

The recent webinar on the Australian Government $33 million On-Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP) grant offered some valuable insights 🔍 Bill Mitchell and Dan Winson did a fantastic job explaining how agritech solutions can transform operations, providing practical advice on choosing the right suppliers. Rebates of up to $30,000 will soon be available through Round 2 of the OFCP to support equipment upgrades. For anyone needing extra support, the Regional Tech Hub offers free advice and resources to navigate the program or explore your connectivity options. Watch the webinar by clicking the link below 🖱 Or head to their website: https://lnkd.in/eWDkyq4E #farmconnectivity #ofcpgrant #regionaldevelopment

We recently co-hosted a meeting at Bowen Neighbourhood Centre with Greater Whitsunday Communities ., bringing together local employers and stakeholders to tackle the region’s growing accommodation shortage 🏡 The lack of affordable housing is impacting business growth and making it difficult to recruit essential workers like teachers, police, and healthcare workers. Local leaders called for urgent engagement with council to address the crisis and attract the necessary investment. #workforceaccommodation #regionaldevelopment #greaterwhitsundays

Oh, what a night! 🙌 The Mackay Isaac Tourism awards night celebrated our tourism industry and honoured the efforts of tourism operators within our region – well done to all winners and nominees! Did you know? Tourism is a significant contributor to our region’s economy. The tourism sector in the Mackay Isaac region directly employs 3,687 people and generates approximately $645 million per annum in output to the region – that’s no small feat. #mackayisaactourism #awardsnight #regionaleconomy

Rob, our CEO, presented at the Australian Regional Tourism Conference recently, addressing regional economic development, major challenges, and actions to overcome these challenges. We strive to keep our region informed and actively support the growth and success of our local communities 👏 #regionaleconomicdevelopment #rdagw #ourregion 

Our Bowen Basin Women in Leadership program held its third workshop in Moranbah this month ✏ Melissa Westcott joined us on behalf of our partners the Local Buying Foundation (LBF) and Tracey Cuttris-Smith, the CEO of C-Res who oversees the LBF in our region, was also in attendance. Judy Porter from Shiift is the facilitator of our workshops and as always, did a fantastic job! This was our last workshop for 2024, and we can’t wait to see everyone in the new year 🥳 #bowenbasin #womeninleadership #workshop3 #empoweringwomen

Join the first event in the Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee Greater Business series, where you’ll learn how to unlock the potential of Gen Z to future-proof your workforce and drive innovation! 📆 Tuesday 22nd October 🕘 7.30-9.30am 📍 Whitsunday Marine Club: 7 Altmann Avenue, Cannonvale 💻 OR online Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and lead your business into the future. Get your ticket now by clicking the link 🖱 #thegenzadvantage #greaterbusiness #futureworkforce #regional