Quick fire – industry events update

Rocky gears up for major industry forum Capricorn Enterprise’s Major Industry and Projects Forum in October is set to showcase $5 billion in development opportunities for the region. The Rockhampton event features 12 keynote speakers covering the overarching topics of Regional Futures and Projects, Health and Education, and Energy. "Our strategic location and abundant natural resources positions us positively for future opportunities as our state continues to grow,” Capricorn Enterprise chief executive officer Mary Carroll said. “This valuable annual forum provides an essential meeting place for key industry representatives to hear first-hand about future trends, forthcoming projects, and regional challenges.” Early bird ticket registrations for the October 19 forum are on sale at https://www.ivvy.com.au/event/C99Y94/. Registrations close today (August 23) for the Townsville Enterprise stakeholder and networking luncheon to be held in Mount Isa on August 31. This event is part of Townsville Enterprise's 2023 North West Road Trip - The CopperString Effect. Join Townsville Enterprise chief executive officer Claudia Brumme-Smith and key stakeholders from along the North West Corridor. Register HERE Check out more upcoming events below. Click on the title of each event for further information or to register. Coming up in August RiverCity Renewables networking night - Gladstone. RiverCity Renewables is a networking group that aims to connect individuals within the renewable and Decarbonisation Industry. Date: Aug 24, 5.30pm Sir George Fisher Lecture 2023- Townsville. The AusIMM North Queensland Branch hosts the 43rd Sir George Fisher Lecture and Dinner. Date: Aug 25 AMEC networking sundowner - Townsville. This free member-only AMEC networking event offers the chance to connect with other AMEC members over a drink and some canapes. Date: Aug 29 - 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Coming up in September Resource Industry Network (RIN) Awards gala dinner - Mackay. Established in 2008, the awards showcase excellence in business and the significant contribution that they make to the regional economy and community. Date: Sept 1 BOHOGS Technical Meeting Brisbane. To RSVP for this event, please email Sache Aumua (sache.aumua2@bhp.com) before Friday, August 25. Date: Sept 1 from 1.30pm Meeting of the Mines - Cloncurry. Hosted by the Cloncurry Shire Council, the Meeting of the Mines will provide miners, research specialists, industry and government with a platform in which to explore the latest developments in the sector. Date: September 7-9. QMCA Resources Breakfast - Brisbane. From ports to rail lines and from extraction to processing sites, demand for support from the engineering and civil construction sector is set to grow with Queensland's resources sector. Date: Sept 8 - 7am-9am North West Queensland Regional Mining Conference and ball - Mount Isa. This AusIMM conference is aimed at continuing to share technical knowledge and build professional networks across operations spanning the North-West region, in a low-cost, easily accessible forum. Date: September 8. 2023 Central Highlands Business Excellence Awards -Emerald. The awards are a biennial initiative that Central Highlands Development Corporation started in 2013 to celebrate the region’s diverse and dedicated business community. Date: September 9. Connecting Industry Luncheon -Gladstone. Features a presentation from Neoen, which is developing the Mount Hopeful Wind Farm, a large-scale renewable energy project in Central Queensland, based within the Rockhampton and Banana Shire areas. Date: September 13 BBMC September Networking Luncheon - Mackay. This event will feature a keynote presentation from Thiess, on mining technology, innovation and automation. Date: Sept 14 12pm-2.30pm GEA Industry Awards Night & Gala Dinner – Gladstone. Gladstone Engineering Alliance event celebrating innovation, excellence and collaboration within the region’s industry supply chain. Date: September 27 – 6.30pm October and beyond ... Women in Manufacturing Mackay. Hear inspiring stories from panelists at this free seated breakfast event hosted by Ai Group Queensland. Date: Oct 10 -7am-10am The ADIA’s Drillfest 2023 is being held in Queensland at the Royal Toowoomba Showgrounds, October 18-19. ADIA says Drillfests are all about increasing skills and knowledge and are aimed at not just management, but also the drill crew levels of the workforce. Organisers are planning for about 36 indoor exhibitors and 10 outdoor exhibitors.

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