Artists Connect Inc. Strategic Plan

The QLD Local Buying Foundation has approved funding for the development of Artists Connect Inc.’s Five-Year Strategic Plan, supporting the growth of the arts industry in the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions. Running from September 2024 to February 2025, the...

Greater Whitsunday Communities’ Key Workforce Accommodation Project

The QLD Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce it’s support the Greater Whitsunday Communities’ Key Workforce Accommodation Project, addressing one of the most pressing challenges for businesses in the Mackay region—access to housing for key workers....

First Nations Trade & Talent Exhibition Mackay

In celebration of Indigenous Business Month 2024, the Queensland Local Buying Foundation was honoured to be a Gold Sponsor for the First Nations Trade & Talent Exhibition, a standout event organized by Marabisda Inc. in Mackay. The event drew local and regional...

Resource Industry Network 2024 Calendar of Events

RIN Professional Development Conference – Empowering Regional Leadership and Innovation The Local Buying Foundation is proud to have once again sponsored the Resource Industry Network (RIN) Professional Development Conference in 2024. The Local Buying Foundation...

Split Spaces AI Workshop Series

In today’s fast-paced business world, staying ahead means embracing new technologies. Sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation, Split Spaces is running a series of 10 workshops showcasing how transformative AI can be for businesses. By funding this series, the...

Mackay Isaac Tourism Gala Awards 2024

The Local Buying Foundation is proud to sponsor the Mackay Isaac Tourism (MIT) Gala Awards 2024 under the Sponsorship of Business Awards, Conferences and Events funding category. The Gala Awards are the premier annual event for the region, recognising and celebrating...