Quick fire – industry events update
By Industry Queensland
Safety, risk and compliance in mining operations are the focus of the next Austmine METS Exchange event in Brisbane next month.
From the growing use of AI in critical environments to workforce competency, fatigue and roster design, organisations are looking for smarter ways to manage risk while keeping people safe and operations moving.
METS Exchange promises an afternoon of practical insights, new ideas and industry connections.
Hear from:
- SAPHI chief commercial offficer Liam Manning on “The Reliability Gap: Evaluating AI for Critical Safety and Compliance” – exploring how to assess AI solutions based on reliability, transparency and practical value.
- LAAMP strategic growth manager Ged Welsh on “A Smarter Approach to Mining Workforce Compliance” – looking at how technology can streamline workforce onboarding, competency and compliance.
- Shiftwork Solutions director James Huemmer on “Underestimating the Impact of Rosters on Safety, Risk and Compliance” – examining how smarter roster design can help reduce fatigue and operational risk.
The event will be held at the Stamford Plaza, Brisbane from 4pm on September 17. Click HERE for more.
Happening in August …
JKMRC Friday Seminar – FTIR QA/QC with genAI – August 14, online
Presented by Dr Chris Gonzalez – a Research Fellow in the School of Earth Sciences at the University of Western Australia. This seminar covers the potential use of generative models to detect outliers or anomalies within geological datasets. More HERE
Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety Conference – Gold Coast, August 16-19
This year’s theme is Our Greatest Resource, Our People. Details HERE
CMAA & Sedgman Expert Webinar on designing demonstration plants – online, August 19
The Critical Minerals Association Australia cohosted by Sedgman and in collaboration with Lava Blue, Mining3 and Victory Metals is behind this webinar on demonstration plant design.
An expert panel will share practical lessons on getting demonstration plant design right, from stakeholder alignment through to scale-up, operability and data.
Panellists:
- Helen Degeling, Mining3
- Brenden O’Shea, Sedgman
- Michael McCann, Lava Blue
- Prof. Ludo Dumée, Victory Metals
- Tony Picaro, QRCUF, Critical Minerals Queensland
Click HERE for more
Capability Statement Workshop – North Lakes, August 19
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
Connecting Industry Luncheon – Gladstone, August 19
Featuring integrated engineering, construction and urban development business BMD. Details HERE
WISER Townsville Coffee & Connect – August 19
Join WISER NQ before work on Wednesday, 19th Aug, from 7:00 am for coffee, engaging conversations, and connections with the wonderful women in Energy, Resources & Sustainability. Click HERE for more info.
Wood Mackenzie coal briefing – Brisbane, August 19
Hear the latest outlook on:
Thermal coal markets: navigating uncertainty
- Where are coal prices headed in the short term, and how long will the volatility last?
- Middle east conflict impacts and coal/gas switching dynamics
- How disruptive will Indonesia’s export overhaul be?
- What is behind China’s fall in coal imports in the mid-term, and will other buyers fill the gap?
Global seaborne metallurgical coal market and costs
- Short- and long-term views across global metallurgical coal demand, supply and price.
- Are higher seaborne export total cash costs here to stay? A closer look at Australia’s challenges and cost position.
- M&A rebound sharply in 2026, driven by large deals including Anglo American and Kestrel, and distressed activity.
Contact jennifer.evans@woodmac.com for more.
Townsville Enterprise August Member Mixer – August 20
In partnership with TAFE QLD, Pimlico Campus. Click HERE for more.
Update on the JORC Code Review – webinar, August 20
The Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) will present an update on the JORC Code Review, including the direction of changes to date. There will be an opportunity to submit questions. Details HERE
North Queensland Resources Forum – Townsville, August 21
This AusIMM event will be a coming together of the North Queensland resources industry to hear about new and existing resource projects showcasing all levels of development from greenfield exploration projects and new economy minerals to existing operations and future developments. Details HERE
Sir George Fisher Lecture – Townsville, August 21
The Sir George Fisher Lecture series was initiated by the AusIMM North Queensland Branch in 1977 and endowed with a grant by MIM Holdings. Held annually, the event recognises the contribution made by Sir George Fisher to the development of North Queensland in general and Townsville in particular.
Date and Time
Friday, 21 August 2026
6.00pm – 11.00pm (UTC+10:00)
Venue
Rydges Southbank Townsville
23 Palmer Street
South Townsville QLD 4810
WISER Girl Walk – Brisbane, August 22
Join the WISER Girl Walk, celebrated across the country. More details HERE.
Brisbane Mining Club luncheon – August 25
QMines chairman and managing director Andrew Sparke will feature at this month’s event. Details HERE
Women in Mining Summit 2026 – Brisbane, August 25-27
The Women in Mining Summit offers an agenda designed to help strengthen skills, improve projects, expand networks, and take the next career step with a programme built around one question: what does it take to build an industry where the best people rise, regardless of gender? Click HERE for details
APGA Policy and Advocacy Update – webinar, August 26
Join the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association policy and advocacy team for a comprehensive update on the key policy, regulatory and industry developments shaping Australia’s pipeline sector. Details HERE
Tendering for Business workshop – North Lakes, August 26
A practical and interactive workshop to help participants prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts, large and small. Details HERE
Gladstone Engineering Alliance Business Breakfast – August 27
UHY Haines Norton CQ will provide a practical overview of the proposed Federal Budget measures and what they could mean for local businesses, directors and investors. (GEA members only) Click HERE for more
Best in Business Awards – Mackay, August 29
This event will celebrate the achievements and innovations of local businesses, shining a spotlight on the talent and dedication within the Mackay community. Details HERE.
CCF QLD State Conference – Gold Coast, August 31-September 1
The rescheduled CCF QLD State Conference brings the industry together on the Gold Coast for an expanded two-day event experience. More HERE
September and beyond …
Effective Contract Delivery Webinar – September 2
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning (DSDIP). Details HERE
Austex and AMEC Brisbane Resources Lunch – September 2
QREC Energy Connect – Brisbane, September 3
Queensland Farmers’ Federation chief executive officer Kylie Porter will give a special guest address exploring the opportunities and challenges at the intersection of agriculture and renewable energy. Click HERE for more
TSBE 2026 Roma Enterprise Evening – September 3
Held at the Roma Saleyards, the evening will bring together key decision-makers and changemakers to connect, collaborate and explore the opportunities shaping regional prosperity. Guests will be among the first to hear the launch of the Roma Economic Development Strategy, setting out a roadmap for sustainable growth, investment attraction and job creation across the region. Details HERE
Tendering – Top Ten Tips (online) – September 3
Tips to improve your approach to tendering and how to address the non-price criteria in tender documents. Details HERE
RIN Awards Gala Dinner – Mackay, September 4
This event will recognise outstanding achievements across the resource and supply chain sectors while celebrating 25 years of Resource Industry Network connecting, developing and promoting regional industry. Details HERE
Capability Statement Workshop (online) – September 8
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
Capability Statement Workshop – Brisbane, September 9
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
Meeting of the Mines Conference – Cloncurry
September 9 to 12
2026 conference theme: ‘Powering Ahead’.
RRS Gold Coast – Benowa, September 9-10
23rd annual Resources Rising Stars Investor Conference, at the RACV Royal Pines Resort.
Click HERE for more information.
Queensland Energy and Economic Summit – Brisbane, September 9
Hear from energy industry leaders, investors, policymakers, farmers and local government on what it takes to build a strong investable market, deliver the infrastructure the system needs, foster genuine community collaboration, and ensure the economic opportunity flows to the regions – including the role large-scale solar and storage play in the mix. Details HERE
Future of Sustainable Resource Extraction: Research Showcase and Facility Tour – September 15
Discover how UQ research is shaping the future of sustainable mining and mineral processing at this showcase and guided facility tour – part of UQ’s Research and Innovation Week 2026. Click HERE for more information
Austmine webinar: Removing Bottlenecks – September 15
This session explores how METS companies are helping mine sites identify constraints and improve throughput through operational reviews, engineering services and process improvements. Details HERE
Tendering for Business workshop – Brisbane, September 16
A practical and interactive workshop to help participants prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts, large and small. Details HERE
Bowen Basin Mining Club luncheon, Rockhampton, September 17
The annual Rockhampton luncheon will feature a keynote presentation by Whitehaven. Details HERE
Engineers Australia Excellence Awards – Brisbane, September 17
Recognising the people and projects shaping the future of engineering in the community. Event details HERE
Nominees:
Emerging Professional Engineer of the Year
- Dr Hanwen Cui MIEAust CPEng NER – Queensland Department Transport and Main Roads
- Brendan Lynch MIEAust – Fyfe
- Cassandar Mai MIEAust CPEng NER – WSP Australia
- Georgia Mignone MIEAust – WSP Australia
- Benjamin Robinson MIEAust CPEng – Design Process
- Michael Salter MIEAust CPEng NER – Durack Civil
- Fernanda ZandonaVasconcellos GradIEAust – Downer
Professional Engineer of the Year
- Roger Buckey FIEAust CPEng EngExec NER – Taglio
- Dr Micheal Millington FIEAust CPEng(Ret) – Miltech Services
- Sujitha Gopal MIEAust CPEng NER – Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads
- Polly Guan MIEAust CPEng – Stantec Australia
- Anthony Dunn MIEAust CPEng NER – SMEC
- Dr Andrei Rebrikov FIEAust CPEng NER – Halliburton
- Dr Angelica Guerrero Calderon MIEAust CPEng NER – Urban Utilities
- Dr Amir Mehrtash MIEAust CPEng NER – Fyfe
- Philip Edwards MIEAust CPEng NER – Schneider Electric
Project of the Year
- Northshore Hamilton Major Roads Package – ADG Engineers
- Brisbane Metro – Arup, ACCIONA, Brisbane City Council
- P1005 National Aircraft Pavement Maintenance Program – Aurecon, Beca
- GEMCO Milner Bay Port Facility Wharf Recovery – Aurecon, McConnell Dowell
- Advancing Regional Queensland through Great Engineering: Deep Recycling Innovation for Resilient and Sustainable Transport Infrastructure – Department of Transport and Main Roads (RoadTek / Engineering and Technology)
- Eris TestFlight1: Engineering Australia’s First Sovereign Orbital Launch Capability – Gilmour Space Technologies
- Cattle Creek Bridge Rehabilitation Project – Mackay Regional Council, Freyssinet Australia
- The Sanctuary Church – Tonkin
Capricorn Enterprise Major Projects and Industry Forum – Yeppoon, September 18
This full-day event will bring together investors, business leaders, government representatives, and community leaders for an engaging and insightful program across a number of industries including energy, resources/mining, construction, property development, manufacturing, tourism/major events and more. Details HERE
WISER Women on Top – Townsville, September 18
Women in Sustainable Energy & Resources (WISER) will host Women on Top from 5pm at Tony Mountain Brewery, South Townsville. Click HERE for more
AusIMM Critical Minerals Conference 2026 – Brisbane, September 21-23
Critical minerals are essential components in many of today’s rapidly growing clean energy technologies, from wind turbines to electric vehicles. Demand for these minerals has also grown rapidly as we undergo a global energy transition.
The challenge: How does the industry rise to meet this demand?
AusIMM’s Critical Minerals Conference will explore the issues at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Details HERE
YPF Technical Event – Brisbane, September 24
This Young Pipeliners Forum event will feature a presentation by integrity engineer Judith Abrahams, providing an insight into the day-to-day life of an integrity engineer and the important role integrity management plays in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of energy infrastructure. Details HERE
Manufacturers Meet-up – Rockhampton, September 25
- Connect with other manufacturers, suppliers and stakeholders
- Hear updates from the Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub on current support programs, strategic priorities and funding opportunities
- Discuss challenges, trends and innovations shaping the local manufacturing sector
- Explore growth opportunities through new partnerships and regional collaboration
AusIMM New Leaders Summit – Brisbane, September 30-October 1
This is conceived as a cornerstone event for students, news professionals and organisations across the resources sector. Click HERE for more
Austex and AMEC Brisbane Resources Lunch – October 7
BBUGS technical meeting – Emerald, October 8
This Emerald-based technical meeting aims to provide a platform for knowledge sharing across the Bowen Basin geotechnical community. The event will feature presentations focused on practical applications, operational challenges, and recent developments in underground mining geotechnics. Click HERE for more
Tendering for business workshop – Ipswich, October 8
A practical and interactive workshop to help participants prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts, large and small. Details HERE
Capability Statement Workshop – Ipswich, October 15
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
APGA Young Pipeliners Forum – Brisbane, October 15
The Young Pipeliners Forum is celebrating 20 years of supporting early-career professionals across Australia’s pipeline and gas industry. More HERE
Townsville Enterprise 2026 Tourism Futures Forum – October 15
Click HERE for more.
Austmine CEO Leadership Luncheon – Brisbane, October 15
Bravus Australia chief executive officer Mick Crowe is due to be keynote presenter at the upcoming CEO Leadership Luncheon in Brisbane. Click HERE for more
Townsville Enterprise North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards 2026 – October 16
Click HERE for more information.
AusIMM Mill Operators Conference – Brisbane, October 19-21
Click HERE for more
Advanced Materials & Battery Summit 2026
‘Resources to Deployment’
Thomas Dixon Centre, Brisbane – October 21-22
GEA Major Industry, Energy and Manufacturing Conference – Gladstone, October 21-22
Join industry leaders, innovators, and professionals for two days of discussions, networking opportunities, and the latest advancements in the energy and manufacturing sectors. Details HERE
Capability Statement Workshop – Sunshine Coast, October 21
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
WISER Townsville Coffee & Connect – October 21
Join WISER before work on Wednesday, 21st October, from 7:00 am for coffee, engaging conversations, and connections with the wonderful women in Energy, Resources & Sustainability. Click HERE for more information.
RIN Leadership & Innovation Conference – Mackay, October 22
This Resource Industry Network event promises ‘No fluff. No filler.’ It aims to provide real tools and insights built for leaders in the resources and mining sector. More details HERE
ASEG Discover – Cairns, October 26-30
Bringing together the world of geophysics — from cutting-edge subsurface imaging to real-world exploration, energy transition, and environmental solutions. Details HERE
Tendering for Business workshop – Sunshine Coast, October 27
A practical and interactive workshop to help participants prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts, large and small. Details HERE
9th Annual Dust and Respiratory Health Forum – Brisbane, November 5
The Forum brings together experts from around the world to showcase advancements and emerging trends in the management of dust and mine dust lung diseases. It aims to foster collaborations and the sharing of best practice to improve the health, safety and treatment options outcomes for mine workers affected by occupational dust lung diseases.
Click HERE for more information.
WIMARQ 2026 gala dinner – Brisbane, November 5
This year’s theme, Shine Bright – Illuminating Excellence, will celebrate the strength, resilience, talent and contribution of women across Queensland’s resources sector. Click HERE for more
Northern Outback Business Awards – Mount Isa, November 7
The 2026 Commerce North West Northern Outback Business Awards recognise and celebrate the best of business in Mount Isa and the whole of North West Queensland. Click HERE for more
Austmine webinar: Reducing Energy & Operating Costs – November 10
This session will highlight how METS companies are helping to reduce energy use and operating costs through engineering solutions, process improvements and operational support. Case examples will focus on practical, implementable outcomes rather than long-term transformation programs. Details HERE
Tendering – Top Ten Tips (online) – November 10
Tips to improve your approach to tendering and how to address the non-price criteria in tender documents. Details HERE
Australian Energy Producers: Introduction to oil and gas – Brisbane, November 10
This one-day face-to-face seminar aims to give participants a deeper understanding of this vital industry.
Townsville Industry Breakfast – November 12
North Queensland project updates, supply chain opportunities and networking over breakfast. Details HERE
Capability Statement Workshop (online) – November 17
Run by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, this workshop will help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements. Details HERE
Townsville Enterprise 2026 AGM and Member Christmas Party – November 25
Queensland Resources Council State of the Sector Forum and Lunch
Brisbane – November 27
SMI Critical Risk Control Masterclass 2026 – UQ Brisbane or online, November 26-27
The Masterclass focuses on advancing participants’ understanding and application of critical control management to prevent fatalities. Across two full days, participants will hear from leading experts and take part in interactive discussions that explore real-world applications and innovations in the field. The Masterclass is facilitated by Professor Maureen Hassall, Director of the Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre (MISHC) at UQ’s Sustainable Minerals Institute. Details HERE
BBUGS AGM and suppliers day – Brisbane, November 27
This event will provide an opportunity for professional engagement, knowledge sharing, and networking. Further details to be released closer to the event. Check this site for more
AIG Queensland Minerals Round-Up – Brisbane, November 30-December 1
The Australian Institute of Geoscientists Queensland branch is launching a new annual conference, and the call is out for speakers.
The inaugural Queensland Minerals Round-Up aims to present a one-stop event for geoscience.
Following in the footsteps of the Victorian Minerals Round-Up, it is intended to put industry, research, universities and government in the same room, all focused on what’s happening in Queensland.
The organisers are seeking submissions for technical talks (15 minutes), posters, and core box displays to showcase projects, distinct or interesting geology, technical challenges, and successes. (Email qld@aig.org.au to express interest).
The conference and associated gala dinner will be held on November 30 and December 1 at Royal in the Park in Brisbane. Click HERE for more
