Quick fire – industry events update
By Industry Queensland
Australian mineral processing solutions company Gekko Systems is due to host a one-day workshop on gravity recovery in the processing of gold and critical minerals as part of the AusIMM Mill Operators Conference 2026.
The workshop will provide a practical understanding of the fundamentals, applications and optimisation of gravity recovery.
Workshop topics include:
- Ore characterisation and amenability for gravity recovery
- Grinding and classification considerations
- Gravity circuit design options
- Gravity equipment and applications
- Process modelling and optimisation
- Plant troubleshooting
- Gravity recovery for critical minerals
- Intensive cyanidation
- Real-world case studies from gold and critical minerals operations
Speakers include:
- AdvanceMet director and research metallurgist Bill Staunton will focus on the fundamentals of gravity recovery for gold, including grinding and classification, amenability testwork, intensive cyanidation, circuit design, optimisation and troubleshooting.
- Gekko Systems senior metallurgist Lisa D’Uva will cover gravity equipment and its applications, explain gravity separation for critical minerals, and present case studies using technologies
- Gekko Systems manager Australasia and EMEA Tim Bell will provide an overview of gravity recovery for gold and critical minerals and present practical case studies of IPJ applications in critical-mineral mining operations.
The workshop will run from 8.30am to 4.30pm on October 18 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Happening in October …
AusIMM New Leaders Summit – Brisbane, September 30-October 1
This is conceived as a cornerstone event for students, new professionals and organisations across the resources sector. Click HERE for more
JKMRC Friday Seminar – online, October 2
This seminar focuses on the 3.14-3.11 billion-year-old Whundo Group in the Pilbara Craton, one of the few Archean rock sequences that may preserve evidence of arc-like tectonic activity. Speaker Dr Eric Vandenburg is an igneous petrologist and isotope geochemist. Details HERE
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
Connecting Industry Luncheon: Squadron Energy – Gladstone, October 7
Squadron Energy pre-contract EPC manager Andy Devene is this month’s Connecting Industry luncheon speaker. His presentation will focus on how local suppliers can position themselves to work with Squadron Energy on renewable energy projects. He’ll share lessons from previous projects, share potential supply chain opportunities, and provide practical guidance on supplier readiness, procurement processes and building long-term partnerships in the region. Details HERE
BOHOGS Technical Meeting – Brisbane, October 8
The program features insights into slope monitoring, geotechnical risk management, failure investigations and emerging technologies. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with peers, discuss current industry challenges and gain firsthand exposure to the latest developments from GroundProbe, including the Series 5 radar platform and MonitorIQ Next software. Event details HERE
BOHOGS is the Bowen Basin & Hunter Valley Open Cut Geotechnical Society. The society is based in the Bowen Basin in Queensland and the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, Australia.
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
Queensland shotfirers forum – Brisbane, October 8
Free to attend. Lunch and refreshments provided.
RSVP by September 27. Register HERE
Advanced Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Masterclass – Sustainable Minerals Institute
Brisbane/online, October 8-9
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 info 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
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
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
November and beyond …
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 and 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
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)
GSQ Digging Deeper conference – Brisbane, December 2
This conference promises to showcase the breadth of work undertaken by the Geological Survey of Queensland (GSQ) over the past 12 months. Details HERE
GSQ workshop, IOCG and sediment-hosted copper deposits of the Mount Isa Province – Brisbane, December 3 and 4
Geological Survey of Queensland hosts a hands-on workshop on Proterozoic mineral systems of the Mount Isa Province.
The workshop will focus on guided core viewing of representative drill cores illustrating the diversity of copper deposits across North-West Queensland. it will also offer instrument and micro-analytical data demonstrations, including the HyLogger 4 hyperspectral core scanner and the Bruker M4 TORNADO micro-XRF spectrometer, highlighting some of the analytical and core-characterisation capabilities used by GSQ. Details HERE
GSQ workshop, Georgetown-Julia Creek deep dive – Brisbane, December 3
Participants will have the opportunity to interact with Geoscience Australia geoscientists to discuss the data collection priorities and provide input into the geological, geophysical, geochemical and hydrogeological information that could help reduce uncertainty and support exploration in the region. More HERE
GRX27 – Brisbane, June 22-24 2027
Across three days, GRX27 will deliver focused industry content, an active exhibition experience, signature networking and greater global engagement. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are now open. More HERE
