Over the month of August, Bundaberg and surrounds played host to a multitude of business networking events, bringing together professionals from across the region. Some key highlights included:
STRATEGIC SUPPORT
On Friday 8 August, the Bundaberg RSL Club was the venue for Strategic Business Co’s Networking & Nibbles event. Designed to encourage connections and foster business growth in the region, the evening was free for all businesses (no matter where they were on their journey) thanks to the generosity of local sponsor Queensland Computers. The nights panel featured 3 respected members of the bussiness community: Brent Illingworth from RealWay, Brooke from Monsoon Aquatics and Demi from McHugh Steel.
Each shared valuable industry insights and a few words of wisdom for attendees:
‘You’ve got to have skin in the game…’ – Brent from Realway
‘Dont put your eggs all in one basket.’ – Brooke from Monsoon Aquatics
‘Noone is expecting you to know everything, but ask the questions’ – Demi from McHugh steel
When Strategic Business Co are not hosting free networking events, they are supporting businesses with payroll and HR planning, training, and management.
SPARKLES AND BOWTIES
One of the most anticipated events on the local business calendar: The Business Excellence Awards is your chance to celebrate local legends, network in style, and dance the night away. This years sparkles and bowties-themed celebration is on the 15th of November at the Bundaberg Multiplex . To help give businesses their best chance the Bundaberg Chamber of Commerce is working with Regional Business HQ to provide an awards submission workshop, focussing on the application process, offering tools and tips to help business applicants stand out. It is free to attend for applicants and can be used simply as a dedicated space in your day to focus on your application. The workshop will run on the 9th of September between 3 and 5pm at Regional Business HQ, 20B Quay Street, Bundaberg.
There is a great range of award categories celebrating growth, innovation, community and customer service, sustainability and women in business.
Application entries close on the 31st of October to allow time for independent judging.
These events could not be made possible without local businesses sponsoring them.
If you’re not a business owner but know someone worthy of recognition, you can nominate them.
Nominations are open now and will remain open until 31st of October.
Further information regarding the Business Excellence awards and the application process can be found on the Bundaberg Chamber website:
www.bundabergchamber.com.au
Chitchat Newspaper. September 2025.