BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Logan Office of Economic Development - ECPv6.18.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Logan Office of Economic Development
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://loed.com.au
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Logan Office of Economic Development
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Brisbane
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20250101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260903T023151Z
CREATED:20260903T023151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T023151Z
UID:10001294-1789547400-1789567200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Pitching to Defence Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Queensland business looking to upskill your ability to deliver a compelling pitch to Defence and defence industry representatives? \n\n\n\n\nIt is critical as a business you are able to articulate your ‘why’ when meeting with Defence and defence industry representatives. Whether you are an existing supplier or new to defence industry\, delivering a compelling pitch is the key to building the relationship you desire. \nThe aim of the Pitching to Defence Masterclass is to equip you\, as a participant\, with the confidence\, skills\, and strategic clarity to effectively communicate your value proposition to stakeholders. This masterclass will ensure you understand your defence audience\, are able to clearly communicate your key message and have the confidence to cut through in a competitive environment. \nProudly presented by Defence Q in conjunction with Industry Capability Network (ICN) our Pitching to Defence Masterclass will help you refine your pitch\, so it is memorable and provides a great first impression. Join Abhiney Arora (ICN)\, and Rodger Manning (BidWrite) as they guide you on how to develop\, structure and deliver a compelling pitch. \nWorkshop includes*: \n\nthe science of building trust and why it is important\npractical pitching skills – before\, during and after your pitch\ninteractive session – get ready to deliver your pitch\nconstructive feedback – let’s build your confidence to nail your pitch\nnetworking.\n\n*subject to change to meet needs of the participants. \nDiscover the art of pitching and prepare for your next exhibition\, conference or client meeting opportunity! \nPlease note this masterclass is only open to businesses registered in Queensland.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/pitching-to-defence-masterclass-3/
LOCATION:Kedron-Wavell\, 21 Kittyhawk Drive\, Chermside\, Queensland\, 4032\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Department-of-Defence.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T041528Z
CREATED:20260831T041528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T041528Z
UID:10001285-1789552800-1789560000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:AI Marketing & Customer Strategy - Know your customers for stronger marketing results | Brisbane | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Know Your Passengers – who are you driving? Not everyone wants to go to the same destination. Build better marketing by truly understanding who you’re talking to. \nThis workshop helps you identify exactly who your customers are\, what motivates them\, where they spend their time\, and how to communicate with them more effectively. Using AI\, you’ll understand detailed customer personas and build your own Customer AI Agent that understands your audience and helps generate more relevant marketing ideas and content. \nThis workshop is for you if you are wanting your marketing messaging to resonate better with customers for stronger business outcomes. \nPre-requisite: Access to AI platform\, free or paid version. \nYou’ll learn: \n• How to define your ideal customers \n• Create meaningful customer personas \n• Define customer pain points and motivations \n• Develop full funnel messages that resonate \n• Use AI to improve your effectiveness \nThis webinar is hosted by BUSY Business for the Australian Government’s Digital Solutions program. You can find out more about the program here.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ai-marketing-customer-strategy-know-your-customers-for-stronger-marketing-results-brisbane-intermediate/
LOCATION:Brisbane City Council Nundah\, 16 Aspinall St\, Nundah\, QLD\, 4012
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Busy-DigSol-AI-emerging.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260917T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260831T041930Z
CREATED:20260831T041930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T041930Z
UID:10001286-1789655400-1789659000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Getting started with Wix | Webinar | Beginner
DESCRIPTION:Join BUSY Business for Getting Started with Wix\, a live\, 60-minute webinar designed to help you get a professional\, beautiful website up and running – even if you’ve never built one before. \nWe’re cutting through the overwhelm. In this focused one-hour session\, we’ll take you inside the Wix editor and show you exactly how to drag\, drop\, and design your way to an online presence you can be proud of. \nWhat We’ll Cover in Our Hour Together\n\nThe Perfect Foundation: How to navigate the Wix dashboard and choose a template that actually fits your brand without getting stuck scrolling.\nDrag-and-Drop Design: Watch us customize text\, images\, colors\, and layouts in real-time. No code\, just clicks.\nMobile Magic: A quick look at how to ensure your site looks just as incredible on a smartphone as it does on a desktop.\nLive Q&A: Bring your website-building questions! We’ll save time at the end to get you unstuck and answer them live.\n\nThis webinar is hosted by Dante St James from Clickstarter Education in partnership with BUSY Business for the Australian Government’s Digital Solutions program. You can find out more about the program here.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/getting-started-with-wix-webinar-beginner/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Busy-DigSol-Linkedin.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260903T022647Z
CREATED:20260903T022647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T022647Z
UID:10001293-1790186400-1790191800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Keeping records and cash flow for businesses with the ATO
DESCRIPTION:Join the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for two practical and interactive online sessions designed to help multicultural business owners build confidence and strengthen their business skills. These workshops provide valuable information\, practical tips\, and the opportunity to ask questions directly to ATO representatives. \nSession 1: Record Keeping\n📅 Wednesday 23 September\n🕕 6:00pm – 7:30pm (online) \nDid you know that successful businesses keep good records and use technology to manage their operations? Good record keeping helps you understand the financial health of your business\, make informed decisions\, and stay on top of your tax and super obligations. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhy record keeping is essential for business success\nWhat records you need to keep and for how long\nHow digital tools can make record keeping easier\nPractical tips to help you get it right from the start\n\nSession 2: Cash Flow for Small Business Success\n📅 Wednesday 30 September\n🕕 6:00pm – 7:30pm (online) \nManaging cash flow is one of the most important skills for running a successful business. This masterclass will help you understand your business cash flow position and develop strategies to improve and monitor cash flow effectively. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nUnderstand and analyse your cash flow\nIdentify potential cash flow challenges\nTest strategies to improve business cash flow\nTrack and monitor your cash flow for long-term success\n\nAsk Questions Directly\nBoth sessions are interactive and include time for participants to ask questions directly to ATO representatives. \nThese workshops are free and open to multicultural business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical knowledge and connect with experts who can help support your business journey. \n  \nMeet the Presenters\nMatthew: With years of experience in the ATO Matthew has a broad knowledge of the taxation and superannuation systems. Matthew is committed to providing small business the education and necessary tools required to help overcome the many challenges they face in the ever-changing landscape in which they operate. He makes tax and super sound like a breeze by breaking tax and super topics down to a digestible and easy to understand format and is focused on assisting small business clients meet their obligations in a timely manner. \nLiam: As a Chartered Tax Adviser that has worked directly with tax professionals and small businesses from within both public practice and the ATO for over two decades\, Liam is well versed with the with the pressures of the small business environment. Liam is committed to providing the educational resources that can assist small business owners to not only grow & thrive but also survive & revive in the ever-changing complex business environment.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/keeping-records-and-cash-flow-for-businesses-with-the-ato/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Small Business
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Keeping-records-and-cash-flow-for-businesses-with-the-ATO-80.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261001T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261001T174500
DTSTAMP:20260920T224732Z
CREATED:20260920T224732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T224732Z
UID:10001300-1790874000-1790876700@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Social Media Content Planning - Hosted by BYCC
DESCRIPTION:Stop wondering what to post and start creating social media content with a plan.\nDoes social media sometimes feel like another job on your already overflowing to-do list? \nYou know you need to post. You know your business needs to stay visible. But then you sit down to create something and find yourself asking: \n“What on earth am I going to post today?” \nIf that sounds familiar\, this webinar is for you. \nJoin Kerrie Saverin from Altitude Business Solutions for Social Media Content Planning\, a practical webinar designed to help small business owners take the stress and guesswork out of creating social media content. \nThis isn’t about posting more just for the sake of posting. It’s about understanding why you’re posting\, who you’re talking to and what you want your content to achieve.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/social-media-content-planning-hosted-by-bycc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/BYCC-social-media-planning.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Beenleigh Yatala Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:admin@bycc.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261013T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20261001T035211Z
CREATED:20261001T035211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T035211Z
UID:10001321-1791896400-1791900000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:ATO Workshop - Super guarantee employer obligations masterclass
DESCRIPTION:As an employer\, it’s important to understand your superannuation (super) guarantee responsibilities. Knowing which of your employees are eligible for super guarantee\, and how to calculate and pay it\, will help you avoid extra paperwork and costly penalties. \nReview the free course on Super guarantee employer obligations and come along to the masterclass with any questions you have.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ato-workshop-super-guarantee-employer-obligations-masterclass/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ATO.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261015T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261015T130000
DTSTAMP:20261001T043126Z
CREATED:20261001T043126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T043126Z
UID:10001322-1792065600-1792069200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:ATO Workshop - Super guarantee employer obligations masterclass
DESCRIPTION:As an employer\, it’s important to understand your superannuation (super) guarantee responsibilities. Knowing which of your employees are eligible for super guarantee\, and how to calculate and pay it\, will help you avoid extra paperwork and costly penalties. \nReview the free course on Super guarantee employer obligations and come along to the masterclass with any questions you have.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ato-workshop-super-guarantee-employer-obligations-masterclass-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ATO.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261015T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261015T133000
DTSTAMP:20261001T044414Z
CREATED:20261001T044414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T044414Z
UID:10001323-1792067400-1792071000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Meta Ads - BUSY Business
DESCRIPTION:Just getting started on ads on Facebook and Instagram? Here’s how to define goals\, target audiences and get sales and bookings. \nThere’s posting\, there’s boosting and there’s ads. So which one should you be doing now on Facebook and Instagram? And when do you need to jump from one to the next? And what level of ads should you be running in metro and regional areas of the Territory? \nOur Meta-certified Lead Trainer will define where organic posting\, boosts and ads overlap\, when you need to move from one to the next\, and what you need to be spending as a Territory business. \nYou’ll see live inside the Meta Ads Manager\, Business Suite and more – and receive a free interactive campaign-building guide after the session. \n\nThis webinar is hosted by Dante St James from Clickstarter Education in partnership with BUSY Business for the Australian Government’s Digital Solutions program. You can find out more about the program here.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/introduction-to-meta-ads-busy-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BUSY-Meta-Ads.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261020T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261020T183000
DTSTAMP:20261001T044803Z
CREATED:20261001T044803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T044803Z
UID:10001324-1792517400-1792521000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Canva's AI Tools | Webinar | Beginner - BUSY Business
DESCRIPTION:Canva is more than just a social media graphics tool. It’s become a featue-packed graphics and video editor. See how it works. \nCanva isn’t the same as it used to be. It’s gone from a graphics template tool to a full image\, video and animation suite. But you need to know how to use the right tools. \nIn this online presentation\, you’ll see how to use five of the most important AI-powered tools in Canva to do more with images\, graphics\, videos and even websites. \n\nThis webinar is hosted by Dante St James from Clickstarter Education in partnership with BUSY Business for the Australian Government’s Digital Solutions program. You can find out more about the program here.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/canvas-ai-tools-webinar-beginner-busy-business/
LOCATION:Online Workshop
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Business Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BUSY-Business-Software.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261102T063152Z
CREATED:20261102T063152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T063152Z
UID:10001334-1794474000-1794484800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Plan. Adapt. Recover. Business Continuity Planning Morning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Could your business continue operating after a flood\, power outage\, cyber incident or staff shortage? Join this free workshop to learn practical business continuity strategies and create your own business continuity plan. \nUnexpected disruptions can have a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. Recent survey responses from local businesses identified severe weather\, power outages\, staff shortages and key personnel availability among the most common challenges affecting operations. \nThe Plan. Adapt. Recover. Business Continuity Workshop has been developed to help businesses prepare for these challenges through practical\, achievable planning. \nDuring the workshop\, participants will: \n\n\nIdentify the activities that are critical to business operations \n\n\nUnderstand key dependencies\, including staff\, suppliers\, systems and facilities \n\n\nRecognise vulnerabilities and single points of failure \n\n\nExplore practical options for operating during disruptions \n\n\nDevelop simple continuity actions that can be implemented immediately \n\n\nConnect with available business resilience support and resources \n\n\n\nAs an added benefit\, having a Business Continuity Plan and/or Risk Management Strategy is becoming increasingly important when tendering for government and major projects. Many buyers look for evidence that businesses have quality systems in place and can continue operating during disruptions. Having these documents ready demonstrates capability\, credibility and a commitment to business sustainability. \nThis workshop is suitable for small to medium businesses\, sole traders\, community organisations and business operators across all industries. No prior business continuity or emergency management experience is required. \nParticipants will receive: \n\n\nA practical Business Continuity Plan workbook \n\n\nGuided activities and discussion exercises \n\n\nResources to support future business continuity planning \n\n\nInformation about additional support available through the Plan. Adapt. Recover. Program \n\n\nComplimentary food and refreshments.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/plan-adapt-recover-business-continuity-planning-morning-workshop/
LOCATION:Club Beenleigh
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Logan City Council Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Plan-Adapt-Recover.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261112T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261112T190000
DTSTAMP:20261102T063437Z
CREATED:20261102T063437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T063437Z
UID:10001335-1794501000-1794510000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Plan. Adapt. Recover. Business Continuity Planning Workshop - Networking & Nibbles Session
DESCRIPTION:Could your business continue operating after a flood\, power outage\, cyber incident or staff shortage? Join this free workshop to learn practical business continuity strategies and create your own business continuity plan. \nUnexpected disruptions can have a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. Recent survey responses from local businesses identified severe weather\, power outages\, staff shortages and key personnel availability among the most common challenges affecting operations. \nThe Plan. Adapt. Recover. Business Continuity Workshop has been developed to help businesses prepare for these challenges through practical\, achievable planning. \nDuring the workshop\, participants will: \n\n\nIdentify the activities that are critical to business operations \n\n\nUnderstand key dependencies\, including staff\, suppliers\, systems and facilities \n\n\nRecognise vulnerabilities and single points of failure \n\n\nExplore practical options for operating during disruptions \n\n\nDevelop simple continuity actions that can be implemented immediately \n\n\nConnect with available business resilience support and resources \n\n\n\nAs an added benefit\, having a Business Continuity Plan and/or Risk Management Strategy is becoming increasingly important when tendering for government and major projects. Many buyers look for evidence that businesses have quality systems in place and can continue operating during disruptions. Having these documents ready demonstrates capability\, credibility and a commitment to business sustainability. \nThis workshop is suitable for small to medium businesses\, sole traders\, community organisations and business operators across all industries. No prior business continuity or emergency management experience is required. \nParticipants will receive: \n\n\nA practical Business Continuity Plan workbook \n\n\nGuided activities and discussion exercises \n\n\nResources to support future business continuity planning \n\n\nInformation about additional support available through the Plan. Adapt. Recover. Program \n\n\nComplimentary food and refreshments.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/plan-adapt-recover-business-continuity-planning-workshop-networking-nibbles-session/
LOCATION:Club Beenleigh
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Logan City Council Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loed.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Plan-Adapt-Recover.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR