Quick fire – industry events update
By Industry Queensland
The speaker at this week’s JKMRC Friday Seminar leads a research group focused on improving mineral extraction through advanced preconditioning and fragmentation techniques.
Recognised internationally as a specialist in explosives and blasting engineering technology, Professor Italo Onederra (pictured right) serves as the director of the Centre for Future Autonomous Systems and Technologies (FAST) at the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering.
The seminar to be held from 9am on September 18 is titled: Shaping the Next Generation of Blasting Engineers: Bridging the Gap Between Blasting Science and Engineering Practice
Professor Italo Onederra brings more than 25 years of R&D experience and consulting work in Australia, South America, Africa, and Europe.
He is known for developing fragmentation modelling techniques, which have been incorporated into commercial software used globally by industry and academia, as well as pioneering the use of physics engines in blast movement modelling to improve ore control and maximise recovery.
The seminar will be presented in person, at UQ’s Indooroopilly Mine Site Lecture Theatre, and via webinar. Details HERE
Happening in September …
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
BOHOGS Technical Meeting Brisbane – September 17
Agenda:
- 2:00 – 2:15: Arrival and sign in
- 2:15 – 2:45: Disaster recovery support using radar for coal mine slope collapse – Michael Mussared (IDS GeoRadar)
- 2:45 – 3:15: Considerations for rockfall analysis in open pit mine slopes – Jiwoo Ahn (Encompass Mining)
- 3:15 – 3:30: Short Break
- 3:30 – 3:45: Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) for large deformation problems – Scott Lines (Red Earth Engineering)
- 3:45 – 4:15: Case Study – Werris Creek – Nathan Ward (Encompass Mining)
- 4:15 – 5:00: Case Study using TSLOPE – TBA (Tagasoft)
- 5:00 – 7:00: Networking and social Food/Drinks Details HERE
Austmine METS Exchange – Brisbane, September 17
Safety, risk and compliance in mining operations are the focus of the next Austmine METS Exchange event in Brisbane in September.
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.
The event will be held at the Stamford Plaza, Brisbane from 4pm on September 17. Click HERE for more.
TSBE Contractor Connector – Toowoomba, September 17
This month’s event features Jack Gardner as guest speaker. He is the development group manager at FKG Group and managing director of GFG Projects, bringing more than 15 years of experience across property development and construction. Details HERE
RIN Twilight Networking Drinks – Mackay, September 17
Join RIN for the September Twilight Networking Drinks onsite at Mackay City Auto Group. BMA CQ Rescue will share some information about their year to date and how to support their work. More 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
October and beyond …
Austex and AMEC Brisbane Resources Lunch – October 7
Work Well Conference – Brisbane, October 7
A day of fresh thinking, practical ideas and meaningful connections that support safer, healthier and more productive workplaces. Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, 7.30am to 5.30pm.
The event will include:
- keynote presentations and practical sessions exploring best practice rehabilitation and return to work, good work design and leadership, alongside wellbeing strategies, to support you and your team’s opportunities to connect with industry peers and leading workplace health and safety professionals
- access to the exhibition area featuring innovative products, services and resources
- a complimentary professional corporate headshot
- catering provided throughout the day, including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- an invitation to the networking function, sponsored by St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, to continue the conversation with speakers, delegates and exhibitors.
Register HERE
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
RIN October Industry Briefing Luncheon – Mackay, October 9
SMI Advanced Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Masterclass Series – Brisbane/online, October 8-9
The the Sustainable Minerals Institute’s online Advanced Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Masterclass are designed for people working in the mining and resources industry to advance their use of data through advanced data analytical tools and explore the impact that AI can have by using predictive models to make our workplaces safer. Details HERE
Resource Industry Network Leadership & Innovation Series – Mackay, October 13
Part of a four-workshop series.
Hear from local experts and industry professionals on technology and marketing, culture and leadership, financial performance and strategy and growth. More HERE
CCF Qld National Safe Work Month breakfast ino session – Brisbane, October 14
The session will explore topics aligned with National safe Work Month (NSWM) – an annual national initiative held each October. The 2026 NSWM theme, Safe work is for life, reflects the fundamental purpose of work health and safety: to protect workers’ lives, health and future. More 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
Central Highlands Business Outlook 2027 – Emerald, October 26
This forum will be an opportunity to consider what lies ahead for the region over the next 12 months, with presentations from experts in economics and property markets. More details to come on CHDC LinkedIn
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
CCF Qld Sunshine Coast Breakfast Info Session – November 6
This session will provide industry updates and address topics important to the industry, with opportunities for Q&A . Stay informed on the latest developments shaping the civil construction sector while connecting with peers in a relaxed and engaging setting. More HERE
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.
EGRU Exploration Geochemistry course – online
- Module 1: Data Acquisition, Quality Assessment & Management – November 11-12
- Module 2: Exploratory Data Analysis using ioGAS – November 18-19
- Module 3: Integration of Geochemical, Mineralogical & Geological Data – November 25-26
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
UQ Tailings Innovation Summit – Brisbane, November 17-20
The UQ Tailings Innovation Summit will bring together industry leaders, researchers, regulators, technology providers and practitioners from around the world to connect expertise, challenge assumptions, and identify practical pathways towards safer, more transparent and more sustainable tailings management. Details HERE
Connecting Uranium Forum Queensland – Gladstone, November 25
The Connecting Uranium Forum Queensland will bring uranium explorers, industry leaders, market and investment expertise, government and the supply chain together in Gladstone to discuss Queensland’s uranium potential, the current policy environment and what could lie ahead. For businesses, it’s an opportunity to hear directly from those involved, understand the projects and start building relationships now, rather than waiting to see what happens next. 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
Capricorn Best in Business Awards Gala – Rockhampton, November 27
This year’s program features a broad range of award categories, recognising everything from small, medium and large businesses through to tourism, manufacturing innovation, business leadership, employees, apprentices and trainees, and community enterprise. More HERE
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
CSIRO Landscape workshop – Brisbane, December 2
A practical workshop to develop skills in regolith interpretation and surface geochemical data analysis using LandScape+®. Learn how to generate and interpret machine-learned landscape classification and assess geochemical outliers from soil survey datasets. The training will focus on the application and interpretation of outputs to support exploration decision-making.
Brisbane location TBS (CBD or St Lucia)
