@{site-date-dd} @{site-date-month} 2019

The SQ Export Hub Launch: Bruce McConnel, Geraldine Doumany, Paul Hodgson, Mayor Paul Antonio, Ali Davenport and Lance MacManus

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We were very pleased to launch the SQ Export Hub at the sold out Enterprise Evening this month. This is a new program that is funded by the Federal Government and designed and delivered by TSBE to support the export journey of small to medium-sized businesses operating in the Oil, Gas and Food & Agribusiness sectors in the region.

 

The Enterprise Evening also featured Mayor Paul Antonio, in his annual State of the Region address, who outlined his vision for the future of Toowoomba and how Council is helping to set the economic conditions that will continue to attract both public and private investment.

 

Last week 460 people from all over Australia gathered in Toowoomba for the Inland Rail Conference. TSBE supported this event and we’ll be continuing to work with local businesses to take advantage of the opportunities that will come from this major project.

 

Toowoomba is perfectly positioned for long-term prosperity, especially with large projects supporting logistics infrastructure including the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing, Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport and the upcoming Inland Rail.

 

The Toowoomba region remains the commercial and economic service hub for South West Queensland and northern New South Wales, and is well positioned as the provincial capital to the Darling Downs and gateway to the Surat Basin.

 

With a strong vision for the future, we are committed to ensuring that forward thinking businesses have access to opportunities presenting themselves in this evolving region.

 

One of these opportunities will be highlighted at our next Enterprise Evening in Miles which will feature RES, the global renewable energy company responsible for developing the Dulacca Wind Farm in the Western Downs.

 

We look forward to seeing you in Miles on 12 September.

 

Ali Davenport, TSBE CEO

• Enterprise Evening on 12 September -  hosted in Miles, hear from RES on the Dulacca Wind Farm project.
• 2019 Darling Downs Beef Battle on 10 October - help us decide this years' Best Beef Brand during a 10-course steak dinner.
• Enterprise Evening - at South Queensland Energy & Resources Expo on 16 October.
• 400M Agrifood Innovation Forum - on 27 November, driving the adoption of AgTech to find opportunities to grow agrifood businesses in the future.
• Christmas Race Day on 7 December - our final event of 2019 and the opportunity for your business to join us for a galloping good time!

Women in Health - Entrepreneurs 

 

On 28 August we discussed the needs, gaps and opportunities for female entrepreneurs in health, including discussions on health issues in remote regional Queensland. Leanne Kemp, Queensland Chief Entrepreneur was a guest speaker on a panel with several other health innovators. She is a strong advocate for technology to create economic value systems and solve the big issues facing humanity today such as chronic disease. This event was sponsored by ANZ and we are partnering with the Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN to host this series of Women in Health events. The next event is on 14 November. 

TSBE Energy and Infrastructure team

Did you know that over the past month the TSBE Energy and Infrastructure team have distributed over 88 Expressions of Interest to our members for programmed work for buyers in our region. This is a major benefit for those businesses looking for opportunities in our region. To learn how you can gain access to these benefits please contact the team for a meeting to ensure you are making the most of your member benefits.  

Inland Rail Model

 

This is a perfect time to call into the TSBE office to see the team and explore a 3D model of the proposed Inland Rail project.

On loan from ARTC, and moved by the great team at Taylor's Removals, we have the model on display in the TSBE reception.

 

Also a great excuse to grab a coffee at Milk & Honey Espresso Bar.

World Entrepreneur's Day – Dalby

TSBE were pleased to support the Western Downs Regional Council at their World Entrepreneur's Day. Those who attended were inspired by small business owner and entrepreneur, Katherine Sampson who took us on her journey from a simple business owner to the creation of a successful international food franchise. Local panel members Karen Penfold from Four Daughters, Pat O’Brien from DOM Distribution and Emma Bowdler from Bowdler Tax also shared their journey proving that every region has inspiring business leaders. Also attending was Suzie Wood from Shell’s QGC Business Navigator program. 

TSBE Member News

 

Agile Innovators Conference - Business owners, startups, students, teachers, professors, and any working professionals (IT/Non IT) interested in looking for new ways to achieve high team performance in their organisation/institution. Click here for more.

  

University of Southern Queensland Mechatronics and Machine Vision in Practice (M2VIP 2019) Conference - This year will be the 26th in the series of the international M2VIP conferences that have successfully focused on mechatronics in practice. Click here for more.

 

University of Southern Queensland (USQ) - In a game changer for school leavers, USQ will offer new automatic scholarships for students with OPs from 1-8 of up to $29,000. USQ Vice-Chancellor Professor Geraldine Mackenzie said it was a decisive move to help keep our young people in the regions, and attract students from capital cities to study at USQ. Professor Mackenzie said, “we want to build strong rural and regional communities and we know that providing outstanding educational opportunities (and careers) locally is the best way of doing just that.” Click here for more.

 

Joe Wagner Group - Joe Wagner Group has expanded into their new head office at 523 Boundary Street Toowoomba. Stop by and check out their new location.

 

Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport - Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport have 9 Flight Display Screens (FIDS) and 1 Mega-screen that promotes businesses to over 300,000 potential customers each year and has proven successful in growth of previous partners. The FIDS and Mega-screen have the ability to promote various business advertisements.

 

Neil Mansell Transport Charity Race Day - Toowoomba Hospice - The Neil Mansell Charity Race Day is raising much needed funds for the Toowoomba Hospice on 7 September. Click here for more information. 

 

Robertson Scannell - A Toowoomba business adviser has been named a “rising star” by international advisory firm Mindshop.

Robertson Scannell Director Dan Gabbett received the award at the Mindshop Australasian Conference in Melbourne last month.

Mr Gabbett said being recognised in this way was an honour.

 

Cape Australia evolving to become Altrad Services - In 2017 Cape was acquired by the Altrad Group and since that time they have continued to support their clients by providing the best people and services. Who are Altrad Services? Altrad Services is a global multi-services provider working in partnership with their clients to build, protect and extend the life of their assets. What do Altrad Services do? They deliver complete and innovative solutions, to the required safety, quality and reliability levels whilst providing a safe working environment for all stakeholders. Through their highly skilled workforce, they deliver specialist protective coatings, industrial cleaning, insulation, asbestos management, access solutions and training. They deliver the highest standards in asset protection, from maintenance, construction, and into decommissioning. Altrad Services look forward to supporting the local and greater Surat region into the future. Click here to find our more.

TSBE Billboard Offer

TSBE are offering members the opportunity to promote their business through billboard signage, with the following locations available:

1 x Between Toowoomba and Dalby (east facing side only)

1 x Between Chinchilla and Miles (east facing side only)

1 x Entrance to Chinchilla (west facing side only)

Please contact TSBE on (07) 4639 4600 for more information.

September Enterprise Evening

 

Our next Enterprise Evening on Thursday 12 September is a must attend for all who are interested in the Dulacca Wind Farm development.

 

On the night we will hear from the developer of the proposed Dulacca Wind Farm, RES. This development will generate direct and supply chain jobs during the approximately 18 month construction process. In addition, it will employ approximately 5-10 full time staff during the operation and maintenance phase. The Development Approval supports construction of up to 56 wind turbines and ancillary infrastructure.

 

This event is the first time RES will be presenting publicly on this Western Downs project.  

Harvey Norman Commercial Toowoomba 

Get more from your budget thanks to Harvey Norman by contacting them 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. Email the Harvey Norman Team to discuss your needs - Josh Ragh (AV/IT) and  Kimberley Nolan (electrical).

The Branch

Complimentary trials are available in our co-working space for permanent and casual occupancy. Please contact TSBE on (07) 4639 4600 for more information. Limited desks available.

 

New Branch Occupants:

Welcome to The Maverix Crew - our newest Branch additions.