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Central Highlands Development Corporation

Locality: Emerald, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4982 4386

Address: 76 Egerton Street 4720 Emerald, QLD, Australia

Website: http://chdc.com.au/

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24.01.2022 How great is this?! Two amateur astronomers in the Gemfields are impressing the likes of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

23.01.2022 CHDC and the Local Buying Foundation - QLD are looking forward to seeing you at next weeks Industry and Innovation Forum! Book here: https://bit.ly/IIF2020

23.01.2022 Head over to the CQ Inland Port page to find out more about this game-changing freight project in the Central Highlands. Were excited to have CQ Inland Port on board as the Silver Partner for this months 2020 Industry and Innovation Forum. Book now! https://bit.ly/IIF2020

22.01.2022 On today's National Agriculture Day, let's take a moment to celebrate the Central Highlands' role in this critical industry. Ag is estimated to contribute $1 billion to our region's economy. We produce cotton, beef, wheat, chickpeas, macadamias, citrus and grapes... and plenty more!... We host one of Australia’s leading regional agtech development programs, AgFrontier: www.agfrontier.com.au Fairbairn Dam is the second largest water storage in Queensland, holding 1.301m megalitres. Renée Anderson 2019 Nuffield Australia Farming Scholar AgriFutures Australia, Regional Development Australia Central West #agdayaus #hatsofftoaussiefarmers #agriculture #centralhighlandsqld

22.01.2022 GAS PIPELINE STUDY | A $5 million concept study into a gas pipeline in the Bowen Basin is part of Stage Two of QLDs Economic Recovery Plan. More details in our eNews below. Queensland Government

20.01.2022 VOLUNTEERS WELCOME | Help us roll out the welcome mat to tourists in the Central Highlands by becoming a volunteer at Emeralds Visitor Information Centre (VIC). PM us for more info or find out more in our eNews: bit.ly/enews-9sept

18.01.2022 JUST ANNOUNCED | CHDC is pleased to confirm AgFrontier 2.0 is happening! Its a follow-up to our successful AgFrontier Regional Agtech Incubator and its thanks to major funding from the Local Buying Foundation - QLD Find out more here: http://bit.ly/agfrontier2... SwarmFarm Robotics, Qld AgTech Month

16.01.2022 MINIBUS FOR SALE | In the market for a great-value people mover? CHDCs Minibus is now for sale at $25,000. This 10-seater automatic is well-maintained with low kms, a wheel chair ramp and UHF Radio. The vehicle is now surplus to our requirements.

15.01.2022 BOOKING DEADLINE | Here's a golden opportunity to put your business front-of-mind for the thousands of visitors who come to the Central Highlands each year. Advertising bookings are being taken until this Friday for the new Visitor Guide and Touring Map. More details in our eNews

15.01.2022 CLOSING TOMORROW | Time is running out to tell us the impact COVID-19 has had on your business. Youre urged to complete CHDCs Central Highlands Business Activity Survey before it closes at 5:00pm tomorrow, 18 August.

15.01.2022 18 month contract - option to extend subject to funding. Applications close 18 September 2020. The position will have responsibility for being the conduit and coordination point for the Central Highlands COVID-19 economic recovery and transition. Find more information, including the Position Description here: https://bit.ly/321yg5a or contact CHDCs Business & Investment Attraction Manager Peter Dowling on 0427 000 285 or [email protected]. This role is in partnership with the Central Highlands Regional Council.

15.01.2022 FORUM ON HOLD | Unfortunately, our Industry and Innovation Forum will not be going ahead tomorrow night. Weve made the call to put the sold-out event on hold out of concern for the health and safety of the community, event attendees, presenters and staff and in response to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in SEQ. Well let you know in coming days if the forum will be rescheduled or cancelled.... We apologise for the inconvenience. More details: http://bit.ly/ch-on-hold Central Highlands Regional Council

14.01.2022 WHAT'S ON | Check our website's Events tab to find out what's happening for business and industry in CQ. https://chdc.com.au/events The latest addition is a free 2-day workshop in Rocky to help social enterprises reset and recover post-COVID, delivered by Queensland Social Enterprise Council.

13.01.2022 PHOTO SHOOT | Weve had the pleasure of welcoming R.M.Williams OUTBACK magazines Mandy and Brian McKeesick to the Central Highlands to produce a feature on our region. Thanks to tour operator Darryl Black for providing a special insight into the Central Highlands Indigenous culture. Keep an eye out for the magazines December / January edition.... Find out what else is happening in local tourism in the latest column by CHDCs Tourism Development Coordinator Paul Thompson: https://chdc.com.au/tourism/plenty-on-in-tourism-space

11.01.2022 PREPARE FOR LAUNCH Come along to next month's Tourism and Events Forum to see the unveiling of a new regional events platform for the Central Highlands. It'll keep our tourism operators up to speed on future events so they can plan, collaborate and cross-promote accordingly . Book tickets: https://bit.ly/chteforum... Thanks a bunch to the Forum's supporters: Platinum Partner: Local Buying Foundation - QLD CHDC Partner: Central Highlands Regional Council Business and Industry Partners: Media Mortar, FIRME, Everi, Outback Aussie Tours and Leisure Solutions

11.01.2022 Weve added a few more funding programs to our Grant Opportunities page, including: Digital Transformation Grants from the SME Association of Australia which enable successful applicants to run a targeted three-month digital campaign with an award-winning Australian agency. The QLD Governments Building Acceleration Fund that invests in infrastructure which unlocks development, generates construction activity and creates long-term employment.... Round 2 of the Central Highlands Regional Council Community Grants for various programs, equipment and facilities. Details here: https://bit.ly/grants-chdc

10.01.2022 CHDC is proud to be part of the Queensland Local Content Leaders Network, which has a new model to help keep business opportunities, arising from the resources sector, in the regions. Read our media release here: https://bit.ly/2YDRUCd Central Highlands Regional Council, Capricorn Enterprise, Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise, Greater Whitsunday Alliance, Livingstone Shire Council, Rockhampton Regional Council, Toowoomba Region, Mackay Regional Council, Banana Shire Council, Gladstone Regional Council, Isaac Regional Council, Gladstone Engineering Alliance, Resource Industry Network, Queensland Resources Council.

09.01.2022 NEED We regularly update our Grant Opportunities page with funding ideas for Central Highlands businesses and community groups. Latest opportunities include: - BHP Benefiting My Community Program - Digital Transformation Grants from the SME Association of Australia... - Central Highlands Regional Council 2020 Community Grants Program - Queensland GovernmentSmall Business COVID-19 Adaption Grant Program See the full list here: https://bit.ly/grants-chdc

09.01.2022 Do you know a trailblazing woman in the Central Highlands? Or maybe YOU are one! Entries are now open for the The Australian Womens Weekly Veeda Women of the Future 2020 Awards.

08.01.2022 WINNERS ANNOUNCED TOMORROW | Good luck to Jodis Salon in Emerald and other Central Highlands finalists in tomorrows 2020 Queensland Training Awards regional finals. View the full list of finalist here: https://bit.ly/32frklm

08.01.2022 ON TOMORROW, REGISTER TODAY | Local producers interested in airfreight export are encouraged to attend tomorrow's QLD-specific briefing on the International Freight Assistance Mechanism, set up in response to #COVID19. The 1-hour online event is hosted by Austrade.

07.01.2022 APPLY NOW | Whether youre a small business, a not-for-profit group, or a producer in the Central Highlands, youll find a variety of funding options on our Grant Opportunities page. Closing this month: Community Sector Bankings Social Investment Grants The Australian Governments Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme... The Australian Governments Advancing Pest Animal and Weed Control Solutions grant program Budget Direct sponsorships Full list here: https://bit.ly/grants-chdc

07.01.2022 REMINDER | Were now taking applications for an Economic Recovery and Transition Coordinator for the Central Highlands, as part of a collaborative approach to manage the impacts of the COVID pandemic. Applications close 18 September. Read more: http://bit.ly/enews-9sept... Central Highlands Regional Council

06.01.2022 TALKING WATER | Emerald residents aged 18+ are invited to take part in a small group discussion to share their views about how they use water and why. Each participant will receive a $50 Eftpos gift card. The community focus groups are part of a project by the Central Highlands Regional Council and The University of Queensland... Find out more and register your interest by 5pm, 4 September, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HQC7VFC

05.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to all the Central Highlands winners in todays 2020 Queensland Training Awards regional finals. They are: Jodis Salon in Emerald Tania Paulson (pictured) from Anakie State School... Sophie James from Central Highlands Regional Council and Marist College Emerald Full details in the link below Business Queensland, Skills for Queensland

05.01.2022 Bravo to Jason, Tracey and the team for opening Fair Dinkum Fresh! Its not only a new store involving one of the biggest shop fit-outs Emerald has seen in the past 10 years, its also a collection of new business model ideals, innovation in food processing and delivery, elements of community enterprise retail and sustainability.

04.01.2022 FIFO LEGISLATION REVIEW A review is underway to determine the effectiveness of QLD legislation that prohibits 100% FIFO mining workforces and prioritises local recruitment. Find out how to give your feedback here: https://bit.ly/enews-aug Queensland Government

03.01.2022 ON TOMORROW Emerald will be at the heart of a major initiative to grow the cropping sector in northern Australia. Find out more at tomorrows webinar. CQUniversity Australia, Central Highlands Cotton Growers & Irrigators Association, Vanderfield, Vanderfield

03.01.2022 DIGGING FOR GOLD | Resource exploration grants from the Queensland Government will enable a search for gold deposits at a site north-west of Emerald and a study in the Peak Range Volcanics (pictured) of rare earths needed for super magnets and renewable technologies. More info: https://bit.ly/30ZoyA9 Business Queensland

03.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW? If your business must collect customer contact information for COVID tracing: - you DO NOT need their home address if they provide an email address - you DO need contact information from each patron, not just one person in a group - you DO need to store the info so that it cant be tampered with by other patrons (eg: DO NOT keep a running list on a dining table)... Find out more in this new information sheet created by the Queensland Government: http://bit.ly/ch-covid

02.01.2022 NOMINATIONS OPEN | Show appreciation for a local resident or group by nominating them for the Central Highlands Regional Councils 2021 Australia Day Awards. Entries are open until 31 October: https://bit.ly/33dXlcz

02.01.2022 AIRPORT ROLE | Local business operators are invited to apply to join the Emerald Airport Advisory Committee. Find out why in our eNews: https://bit.ly/enews-aug Central Highlands Regional Council

01.01.2022 FUNDING ROUNDS CLOSING - 28 AUGUST 2020 More information: www.localbuyingfoundation.com.au BHP Queensland and New South Wales C-Res... Greater Whitsunday Alliance Resource Industry Network Central Highlands Development Corporation Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce Mackay Tourism Chrrup Greater Whitsunday Food Network Inc See more