21 - 01 - 2019

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New TSBE Members

 

New Members

 

New Members

 

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It is always great to ring in the new year with fresh starts and new beginnings.

 

With this in mind, we recently launched the inaugural LIVE Western Downs magazine in partnership with Western Downs Regional Council. The magazine explores the growing lifestyle that attracts families and businesses, while showcasing what a wonderful place the Western Downs is to live, work and play. 

 

2019 is about supporting the continued growth of our region with a key focus on maintaining an adequate workforce. We will look at attracting and retaining skilled staff and are in the process of setting up a task force to help attract workers from other parts of Australia.

 

Transport and logistics are another key focus for TSBE with the Inland Rail project going full steam ahead. We will be working with ALC and ARA to bring a two day Inland Rail conference to Toowoomba in August focusing on the opportunities available for local businesses.

 

In early February a delegation of 16 Texan business leaders are visiting our region. If you are interested in exploring exporting opportunities to America and would like to make contact with these entrepreneurs please get in touch with us.

 

Over the upcoming months we are coordinating a targeted trade mission to Vietnam, running a national medical conference and facilitating opportunities around major projects.

 

We are going to see some incredible events take place in additional to our monthly Enterprise Evenings, with the first being held in Toowoomba on 7 February addressing the State of the Region.

 

Looking forward to working with you this year.

 

Ali Davenport, CEO

 

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What's On!

 

Thursday, 7 February 

Enterprise Evening in Toowoomba

Join us for the first TSBE event for 2019 to discuss opportunities for our sectors. 

 

Friday, 22 February

Surat Basin Industry Classic in Dalby

Enjoy a social day of golfing at our next Corporate Golf Day.

 

Thursday, 7 March 

Intensive Animal Industry Conference in Dalby

Back by popular demand, the next Intensive Animal Industry conference will bring together the pork, beef, poultry and dairy industries with a view to share best practice, advocate for common policy change and allow collaboration across the sectors. 

 

10-16 March

AccessVietnam

A targeted trade mission to Vietnam.

 

For event sponsorship opportunities please click HERE.

 

If you are interested in being part of the TSBE shared stall at the APPEA 2019 Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition on 27-30 May please contact mitch@tsbe.com.au. 

TSBE Supply Chain News

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Enterprise Evenings

 

At our December Enterprise Evening over 140 business leaders celebrated their big wins for this region. Thank you to our event sponsor Harvey Norman Commercial who helped raise over $2,100 for Give Me Five for Kids.

 

Our next Enterprise Evening is on 7 February with industry leaders from manufacturing & export, agri-tech, education, construction and health industries discussing their sector, businesses and the opportunities you need to be investigating for your business growth in 2019.

 

Book here to confirm your attendance. 

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TSRC Partial Opening

 

Congratulations to Nexus Infrastructure on the opening of 24km of the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing.

 

The opened section is between Cranley and Athol and provides new connections for cars and light commercial vehicles between Athol, the logistics hub at Charlton, and the Toowoomba CBD, via Mort Street.

 

The this section is a designated B-Double Route, with access between the Mort Street interchange and the New England Highway for travel north from Toowoomba.

 

We look forward to the full opening which is expected mid 2019.

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The GO2 People

 

The GO2 People Ltd recently opened a new office in Toowoomba, located at 4/161 James Street.  

 

A leading provider of recruitment, building and training services to industry throughout Australia, GO2 has successfully supplied services to many of the largest projects in Toowoomba and the Surat Basin. 

 

They look forward to partnering with local business to play a part in the continued growth of the region. For your workforce requirements contact them here. 

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Getting ready for Inland Rail - Capability Profile

 

TSBE is developing a Rail Capability Profile for the region. This profile will help TSBE recognise suitably skilled and experienced suppliers and contractors in the region and will  be utilised to identify potential skill shortages.

 

If you haven’t registered your interest yet please click HERE to register, if you have registered keep your eye out for a supplier assessment to be released shortly.

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Coopers Gap Wind Farm starts to take shape

 

Work continues to progress at the AGL Coopers Gap Wind Farm with some of the 66m blades being delivered to site by LCR Group. Complete towers are beginning to be erected on site. GE / LCR Group will continue delivery of oversized tower components and blades throughout 2019. Vital planning and consideration is being taken to minimise traffic interruptions.

 

Last week our team visited the Port of Brisbane where they got to see the tower components for the wind farm up close.

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Corporate Golf Day

 

Do you have what it takes to write your name in golf history and earn bragging rights?

 

Sponsorship and team registrations are now open to members for the Surat Basin Industry Classic, held in Dalby on 22 February. If you would like to know more click HERE or to register your interest please contact the TSBE office.

 

The Supply Chain team have spent their Christmas break honing their golf skills so be prepared to bring your A game!

TSBE Health News

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RMSA Conference - 25 May

 

On 25 May, TSBE is hosting the Regional Medical Specialists Association (RMSA) National Conference in Toowoomba.

 

The RMSA are a national organisation looking at attracting more medical specialists to regional Australia, which aligns to the TSBE Health strategic pillar – Workforce Development. The conference will highlight successes and challenges across regional Australia and provide networking opportunities for the health industry.

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Women in Health Series

 

Last year TSBE partnered with the Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN to host a pilot event for Women in Health. Over 90 attendees heard from some of the most influential women in Toowoomba’s health sector.

 

In 2019, TSBE will again host the Women in Health Series which will see four similar events and feature high profile, successful women in business that will assist in supporting women in health across the region.  

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Better Business Series

 

The Darling Downs Business Development Series for GPs is a collaborative project with the Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN. We are working together to develop a program targeted to GPs and Practice Directors, supporting them to build the capacity of the health businesses in the region.

 

The first event is scheduled for 18 February and will see “Doctors For Business” provide information around MBS Billing. For more details contact Margie Hams here.

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2019 Better Living Corporate Challenge 

 

In conjunction with Toowoomba’s Peak to Park, TSBE Member Vision Exercise Physiology will be running the 2019 Better Living Corporate Challenge.

 

This is a challenge for your organisation that will assist to improve on the health and wellness of your employees.

 

For more details please click here.

TSBE's Food Leaders Australia News

 
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Darling Downs Beef Battle

 

We hosted the first very annual Darling Downs Beef Battle on 4 December last year. This successful event highlighted the best of the Darling Downs grain fed beef brands, assisted by top procurement company Star Entertainment Group.

 

Over 150 participants became the judges by tasting seven beef brands, including Mort & Co, Stanbroke, John Dee, Rangers Valley, JBS and NH Foods. 

 

NH Foods’ Angus Reserve label took home the coveted trophy to claim the very first title.

 

Look out for the 2019 event later in the year.

 
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AccessVietnam

 

On 10-16 March we take off to Vietnam.  This third Access mission will be a targeted trade mission of food and agricultural producers to maximise export opportunities in this growing and exciting market.

 

Limited to 20 delegates looking to maximise buyer connections, we are currently seeking expressions of interest for businesses looking to explore Vietnam and all it has to offer.

 

The mission will also include a day in Singapore to expose companies to a more mature, traditional export market to give them a comparison with Vietnam

 

Full details are available here.

 
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Intensive Animal Industries Conference

 

On 7 March we will be hosting the Intensive Animal Industries Conference. The program will include industry updates and success stories from leading industry participants such as Sunpork. There will also be updates on animal welfare and environmental sustainability. It will focus on new innovation, and a round-table on how to drive innovation adoption. There will be a Western Downs Regional Council update on their intensive animal industry growth strategy.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to share best practice and continue building a network across our regions fantastic intensive animal sectors.

Member News

 

The Chef’s Secret: Cooking with Natural Gas - The Brighter team are excited to announce that their new online series, The Chef’s Secret – Cooking with Gas, premiered online on Monday 14 January. Two well-known Australian chefs, Adrian Richardson and Georgia Barnes, will demonstrate how Australians can make the most of natural gas used for cooking – whether it be on a cooktop, BBQ or even camping stove. Click here to find out more and watch the series.

 

MarchNet - Last year saw March IT re-brand to MarchNet, this is the final step in their evolution from IT company to Telecommunications provider. For more information click here.

 

The World’s Greatest Shave - Support the Leukaemia Foundation by participating in The World's Greatest Shave this year. Find out more here. 

Harvey Norman Commercial

 

Get more from your budget thanks to Harvey Norman Commercial by contacting us to find out about your exclusive TSBE member Platinum Card for use at Harvey Norman Commercial Toowoomba.

 

The team at Harvey Norman will ensure you receive personalised service from the initial quote through to product delivery and ensure quality after sales service.

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Contact Us

 
P: (07) 4639 4600
F: (07) 4639 3416
E: info@tsbe.com.au

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PO Box 658
Toowoomba, QLD

4350

TSBE

 
ABN:  85155004523

ACN: 155 004 523

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