Final Enterprise Evening for 2020

Our last Enterprise Evening for 2020 will be on 10 December at Oaks Hotel Toowoomba.

 

We invite you to join us to farewell 2020, and take the opportunity to network for the final time this year.

 

Attendees will hear about an exciting new development, as FKG Group Director, Strategy and Innovation, AATLIS, Thomas Hall will discuss the AgTech Hub project that will reshape and support the growth of an Agrifood innovation ecosystem in our region.

 

If you are looking to diversify your product, or learn how to get involved in one of the largest growth areas currently around, this will be a great chance to network and hear direct from industry partners.

 

Our next Enterprise Evening after this one will be in February 2021.

 

Congratulations Qteq

Congratulations to TSBE gold member, Qteq on the announcement of the acquisition of Prospect Group Pty Ltd. The merger of this Queensland based company, specialising in environmental and disaster monitoring, allows Qteq to further support a wide range of clients right through the core of the Environmental 4M space across Australia (Measure, Monitor, Manage and Mitigate).  

 

Congratulations to the whole team - we look forward to seeing the additional services role out in 2021. More information here.

 

Our team 

Our E&I team have been busy passing on tenders to members to keep opportunities coming through. In the last six weeks, we have sent out over 100 tenders to 332 members wither directly or through the TSBE Exchange. This month, one member advised us they were awarded a $1.65M contract from a tender that was passed on.

 

If you want to ensure you are making the most of these opportunities please contact Hayley or Daniel.

Inland Rail

Tender documents are now out to the three consortiums who are bidding on the large PPP section from Gowrie to Kagaru, near Beaudesert in Queensland.

 

The Request for Proposal (RFP) phase is to determine which consortium will win the contract to construct the largest section of the Inland Rail project. This includes a 6.2km tunnel through the Toowoomba Range, the longest diesel freight rail tunnel in the Southern Hemisphere, two smaller tunnels and numerous bridges, viaducts and track development. 

 

ARTC are also working with contractors for the construction packages for the Gowrie to North Star sections. With contractors starting to engage in the community, now is the perfect time to nominate your skills to work on such projects by registering on the TSBE Supplier Portal. All businesses are encouraged to register their skillset to supply goods and services for major projects like Inland Rail. It’s a great way to understand how you can be involved and promote your capability. More information here.

 

New Acland Project

It is disappointing to note that New Hope Group have again had to reduce numbers of staff on the New Acland project at Oakey. With the election out of the way, we call on newly appointed ministers to support this project and make a decision in favour of Stage 3 that will support the families and community of Oakey that so desperately need jobs.

 

Save the date - Surat Basin Industry Classic Golf Day

One for the diary - The TSBE Surat Basin Industry Classic will be in Dalby next year on 26 February. If you have what it takes to put your name on the trophy in 2021, and are interested in sponsoring this annual event we want to hear from you. Contact Katrina for more information. 

Productivity & Profitability Depend on Talent

 

As business leaders, it is important to conduct regular ‘health checks’ across all areas of your business, including your talent.

 

As well as staying well connected, take the time to invest in new learning opportunities to refresh and improve on skills across your workforce.

 

Whether it be by providing entry level accredited training support, by upskilling current workforce around modern technologies or new practices, or by attending industry-to-industry workshops and events.

 

This takes time out of our busy daily activities, but is a key to ongoing success and growth.

 

For all learning event inquiries in 2021, please contact our Industry Engagement Manager Jade Hauser on 0439 256 099.

Tour for Food and Agribusinesses Industry Leaders

 

Do you have a 2021 event scheduled in your calendar and are still looking for the perfect venue for hosting workshops, field days and conferences?

 

Now is the time to take a personal tour of the new TAFE Queensland Rural Centre of Excellence at the Toowoomba campus.

 

Contact Jade for more information.

 

Small Group Discussions

Our final small group workshop will be held on 7 December at the Rural Centre of Excellence. We are looking forward to hearing from RDH Integration Services on how to maximise the adoption of new technologies into the agricultural and food sectors, with a focus on the intensive farming sector.

Welcome to Phoenix Occupational Medicine 

 

We would like to welcome our newest TSBE Health member, Phoenix Occupational Medicine. They provide occupational physician services to our region.

 

Phoenix Occupational Medicine can assist in injury management and wellness for your business. If you would like any further details please contact our office on 07 4639 4600 for an introduction.

 

Working Together to Support Recovery at Work

 

TSBE Health hosted a working together to support recovery at work webinar on the 19 November. The webinar featured Workcover Queensland, Darling Downs Health, and Phoenix Occupational Medicine to discuss best practice in managing your injured workers in the workplace. If you would like more information on how to manage your injured workforce please contact the office 07 4639 4600.

DDHIRC

 

Congratulations to Darling Downs Health Innovation and Research Collaborative (DDHIRC) for hosting their annual interactive showcase for 2020 on 6 November.  

 

DDHIRC was formed as a collaboration between the region’s two private hospitals (St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba), the public health service provider (Darling Downs Health), the Darling Downs and West Moreton Primary Health Network (DDWMPHN), the region’s University Department of Rural Health (Southern Queensland Rural Health), and the three Universities operating in the region (University of Southern Queensland, Griffith University and The University of Queensland) to undertake regional research and innovation project.

 

If you have any queries about TSBE Health please contact Jaden@tsbe.com.au.

New Lead Coach

 

New lead business coach, Jim Donohue, commenced on 9 November, and we are pleased to welcome him to the Business Navigator team.

 

Most recently, Jim has led a business consultancy based out of Brisbane with a regional business focus as well as working as a mentor under the Queensland State Government mentoring for growth program, disaster recovery and back on track programs. Jim has moved to Chinchilla with his wife Jodi and has been busy with introductions to business owners, chamber members and council.

 

Jim has already identified opportunities for optimising business operations within trade and engineering services.

Functions and Catering in Miles

 

Business Navigator digital marketing advisor, Ailsa Cass, has worked with the Miles Windsor Hotel to develop a dedicated corporate catering offering and in-house functions and events packages.

 

They have been busy hosting end of year parties for businesses in Miles, as well as catering for off-site functions such as the opening of the recent ’10 Artists Exhibition’ at the Dogwood Crossing Miles.

 

Clients can organise their event with ease and comfort and enjoy a tailored menu to suit.

For more details please visit: www.windsorhotelmiles.com.au/catering