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SUMMARY:Employing Workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Home Affairs\, through its Business\, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network\, would like to invite you to attend upcoming free information sessions on employing overseas working within the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) stream and the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV). \nThese sessions are open to any business or organisation who would like information on visa options for employing an overseas workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste. \nThe PALM is a temporary residence visa available for eligible citizens of participating Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. The PALM scheme is an employer sponsored visa for unskilled\, low-skilled and semi-skilled positions. This visa allows eligible businesses to recruit workers for short-term jobs for up to 9 months or long-term roles for between one and 4 years. The PALM scheme helps to fill labour gaps in rural and regional Australia and nationally for agriculture and select agriculture-related food product manufacturing sectors. \nThe PEV is a permanent residence visa available for eligible citizens of participating Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. Within this program to 3\,000 Pacific Engagement Visas are available each year through a ballot process.\nThe PEV is not an employer sponsored visa however applicants need an offer of ongoing employment for a genuine position in Australia to be granted the visa. PEV holders can live and work anywhere in Australia in any occupation. \nThe BIRO network invites employers to attend a webinar to learn more about the PALM and PEV programs.\nThe Department of Employment and Workforce Relations (DEWR) will be in attendance to provide an overview on the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.\nThe Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFaT) will be in attendance to provide an overview on the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) Support Service. \nThese webinars will provide information on visa products and there will be an opportunity for questions with subject matter experts following the presentations. \nDates\nThursday 26 February 2026 – Tuesday 26 May 2026 (UTC+11) \nLocation\nOnline event access details will be provided by the event organiser \n  \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/employing-workers-from-the-pacific-islands-and-timor-leste/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Jobs and Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260526T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260526T180000
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SUMMARY:QLD AI Hub Logan + UiLab - Future Tech Open House
DESCRIPTION:Future Tech Open House is your hands-on\, welcoming space to explore emerging technology at your own pace. Each month has a new focus\, you can try out AI tools\, see automation and robotics up close\, ask questions\, and chat with experts about what it all means for you\, your work\, or your business. You’ll walk away with a stronger digital confidence (not just theory – real\, practical exposure) and a clearer sense of how AI\, automation and robotics are shaping careers\, industry and community. \nThis Month’s Focus – Slide Decks in Minutes + Scalable AI Support \nThis hands-on session will show you how to use prompt engineering with ChatGPT to generate high-quality presentations in minutes\, building on our previous webinars with deeper\, guided in-person practice. You’ll also learn how to build an AI Assistant using Copilot Studio and explore how it can be deployed across your whole organisation\, not just used by one person. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nHow to generate high-quality presentations in minutes\nExperimentation with tools like Canva\, Gamma and Almanack\nPractical strategies you can take straight back to your staff\, team or clients\n\nYou won’t just learn theory. You’ll leave with repeatable prompts\, working examples\, and the confidence to implement immediately. \nOur team will be onsite to provide guidance throughout the session! \nWho Is This For? \nThis session is for: \n\nEducators creating lessons\, staff briefings\, developing strategic presentations or student resources\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals or board decks\nAnyone creating presentations for business\, community or personal projects\n\nIf you create slide decks in any capacity\, this session is for you. It’s practical\, hands-on\, and open to all. \nThis space is also for Logan residents\, youth\, jobseekers\, other industry leaders\, and anyone who’s simply tech‑curious. No experience needed\, just bring your questions and your curiosity. \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? Book your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech‑curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/qld-ai-hub-logan-uilab-future-tech-open-house/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260611T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T014220Z
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SUMMARY:UiLab The Common Ground | Emerging Technology in Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Common Ground this June where we’re tackling one of education’s most pressing questions: How do we navigate emerging technology in schools responsibly? \nThis Common Ground brings educators\, government and industry together to explore how we balance innovation\, safety\, and student wellbeing as emerging technologies reshape policy\, practice\, and readiness in education.  \nWe’ll dig into: \n\nHow emerging tech is being introduced into classrooms\nThe role of government policy in shaping what’s possible\nWhat this means for teaching practice and student pathways beyond school\n\nThis session is about understanding what’s changing\, why it matters locally\, and how different parts of the community move forward together. \nWith our special guest speakers from the Department of Education\, UQ and QCAA. \nThis is your chance to be part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of education technology in Queensland.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilab-the-common-ground-emerging-technology-in-education/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260616T094500
DTSTAMP:20260607T225214Z
CREATED:20260607T225214Z
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SUMMARY:Get ready for Payday Super
DESCRIPTION:Join our online workshop to help you prepare for the upcoming Payday Super changes. \nFind out what you need to do before\, during and after 1 July 2026\, to help you feel more confident from day one. Even if you already pay super at the same time as salary and wages\, you may still need to review your payroll and processes prior to 1 July 2026. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nKey features of the Payday Super reform\nWhat you need to consider for payroll\, cash flow\, and compliance\nWhat you can do to prepare\nWhere you can get help\n\nDetails \nDate: 16 June 2026 \nTime: 9am \nFormat: Online via Zoom \nTickets: \nBusiness Chamber Queensland Member: FREE \nNon-member: $80+ gst \n  \nHear from \n \nJames Barry \nPlatform Governance and Assurance Manager\, Commercial Platforms\, ART \nJames has been in super for more than 12 years\, including at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)\, where he worked on Super policy implementation. Now\, he drives governance and assurance initiatives at ART. He’s passionate about helping employers understand their super obligations and how to prepare for changes like payday super. \n \nEzra Pyers \nWorkplace Relations Manager\, Business Chamber Queensland \nEzra is an experienced Workplace Relations and Human Resources Advisor across multiple industries including hospitality\, fuel retail\, government and not-for-profit. Ezra‘s expertise includes award interpretation and advice\, enterprise bargaining and workplace investigations.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/get-ready-for-payday-super/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260618T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260619T160000
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SUMMARY:Logan Lean Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for 2 days to learn the ways and language of Lean Production to get your business ready to soar! \n\n\n\n\nManufacturing and Industry are booming! Get yourself\, your people and your business ready to make the most of these great opportunities so you can secure your future growth\, profit and peace of mind\, in a supportive team environment. \nThe Lean Boot Camp by The Industry Factory is a program specifically designed for both “New-to-Lean” and “I’ve already done Lean” businesses\, to introduce or get you back up to speed\, on the concepts\, language and methods of the worlds best production system. \nThe Lean Boot Camp training will be focused on two main areas of learning: \nLean Production Systems \nLean is acknowledged as the world’s best production system\, being utilised by most major global manufacturers such as Toyota\, BHP and Caterpillar. Lean is a tried and tested production methodology that delivers incredibly consistent results in both large and small scale manufacturing. Our program is designed to give participants a working understanding of the core concepts\, models and language of Lean that will allow them look at their current working environment with new eyes that can see the possibility that lays before them. The Industry Factory’s practical Lean tools and techniques will help you hit the ground running by being able to instantly apply them in the workplace\, giving you critical thinking and problem solving skills that apply to any are of your business. \nThe Science of Team Building \nEffective team building and collaboration has been identified as the key ingredient for a successful organisation\, high individual performance and greater job satisfaction. Studies have shown over and over again\, that people will choose good people to work with over higher wages every time and that people will leave an organisation when the team dynamics are not what they want or expect. Our program is designed to share the latest findings in the science of team building and team dynamics in a very practical and easy to understand way. We focus on a brain-based approach that helps participants understand what to do and why they need to do it. These tools will not only help you build strong individual working relationships in the workplace but also how to build a safe\, proactive & engaged culture \nThe Lean Boot Camp is held over 2 days\, with Day 1 laying the foundation and Day 2 focusing on the application of the foundations. Due to this\, attendance of both days is required to get value from participation. \nEvent Details\nDates: Thursday 18th & Friday 19th June 2026\nTime: 8:00am start – 4:00pm – arrive 7.30am for 8.00am start\nVenue: RUD Australia\, 12 Commerce Place\, Larapinta QLD 4110\nCost: $50 per person\nCatering: Morning tea\, Lunch and Afternoon tea included \nContact:\nTom Triandafyllou\, Principal Capability Development Officer – Gold Coast Manufacturing Hub\n📧 tom.triandafyllou@nrmmrrd.qld.gov.au\n📞 0428 483 119 \n\n\nThe Lean Boot Camp is held over 2 days\, with Day 1 laying the foundation and Day 2 focusing on the application of the foundations. Due to this\, attendance of both days is required to get value from participation. \n\nProudly supported by Queensland Manufacturing Hubs and Logan City Council
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/logan-lean-boot-camp-2/
LOCATION:RUD Australia\, 12 Commerce Place\, Larapinta\, Queensland\, 4110\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260619T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260619T120000
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SUMMARY:AUKUS Pillar II (Advanced Capabilities) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Defence invites you to a briefing on AUKUS Pillar II. It will cover progress in the last 12 months\, including the recently announced AUKUS Pillar II Signature Project: cutting-edge payloads and enabling systems for AUKUS partners’ Uncrewed Undersea Vehicles (UUVs). \nThe signature project focuses on the advanced technologies carried by the UUVs\, and how they work effectively with our AUKUS partners. The briefing will address Australia’s approach to project delivery.\nDefence will host this face-to-screen industry briefing\, including Q&A\, on 19 June 1100-1200 AEST.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/aukus-pillar-ii-advanced-capabilities-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Procurement and tendering,Queensland Small Business Month
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T232059Z
CREATED:20260607T223948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T232059Z
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SUMMARY:UiLab Future Tech Open House
DESCRIPTION:Future Tech Open House is your hands-on\, welcoming space to explore emerging technology at your own pace. Each month has a new focus\, you can try out AI tools\, see automation and robotics up close\, ask questions\, and chat with experts about what it all means for you\, your work\, or your business. You’ll walk away with a stronger digital confidence (not just theory – real\, practical exposure) and a clearer sense of how AI\, automation and robotics are shaping careers\, industry and community. \nThis Month’s Focus – Build Your Own AI Agent! \nIn this session\, you’ll create your own AI agent using Microsoft 365 Copilot. \nThink of it as a smart assistant you design yourself one that knows your workflow\, asks the right questions\, and delivers consistent results every single time. You’ll go from blank page to working agent in one session. \nDesign it\, build it\, test it\, and stress-test it. \nAll guided\, all hands-on\, and all tailored to the kind of work you do. \nWhat you’ll walk away with: \n\nA fully working AI agent built by you\, for your work\nA reusable blueprint you can take back and deploy with your team or organisation\nThe confidence to design\, refine and repeat the process whenever you need to\n\nBy the end of the night\, you’ll have something genuinely useful — built by you\, ready to use! \nWhat to bring: \n\nA laptop with a web browser\nA work task or project in mind\nA ChatGPT account\n\nMicrosoft 365 Copilot access is provided on the night. No coding or technical background needed — just curiosity and something worth automating. \nWho Is This For? \nThis session is for: \n\nEducators creating lessons\, staff briefings\, developing strategic presentations or student resources\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\nAnyone creating presentations for business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious!\n\nIf you create slide decks in any capacity\, this session is for you. It’s practical\, hands-on\, and open to all. \nThis space is also for Logan residents\, youth\, jobseekers\, other industry leaders\, and anyone who’s simply tech-curious. No experience needed\, just bring your questions and your curiosity. \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? Book your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech-curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilab-future-tech-open-house/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260701T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260701T083000
DTSTAMP:20260615T043104Z
CREATED:20260615T043020Z
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SUMMARY:Complementing Your Marketing Strategy with AI
DESCRIPTION:Is Your Business Ready for the AI Shift? \nAI isn’t coming – it’s already here\, and it’s changing the way customers search\, discover\, and engage with businesses every single day. The question isn’t whether AI will affect your business. It’s whether you’ll use it to your advantage. \nJoin three local marketing experts for a practical\, no-jargon session designed specifically for business owners who want to understand AI\, use it strategically\, and grow – without losing the authenticity that makes their brand unique. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nUnderstand – AI\, Search & Your Online Visibility Discover how AI is transforming Google search and what that means for your website\, your content\, and how customers find you. You’ll learn why businesses that engage with AI models now will have a significant edge\, and where to start without getting overwhelmed. \nEnhance – AI for Brand & Social Strategy Learn how to use AI to sharpen your brand voice\, plan your social media more efficiently\, and make sense of your analytics – all while keeping your content real\, human\, and authentic. Because AI output is only as good as the direction you give it. \nGrow – AI Automation & Systems See real-world workflows in action. Kathy will walk you through how to use tools like ChatGPT and Make.com to automate your marketing processes\, repurpose your content\, and turn your existing knowledge into scalable\, time-saving systems. \nWho Is This For?\nThis session is perfect for business owners who: \n\nHave heard a lot about AI but aren’t sure where to start\nWant practical strategies\, not theory\nAre ready to work smarter and free up time\nWant to grow their visibility and reach without burning out\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With\n\nA clear picture of how AI impacts your business right now\nPractical tools and workflows you can implement immediately\nConfidence to use AI as a strategic asset – not a shortcut\nReal examples from local marketing professionals who use these tools every day\n\nAI works best when guided by human expertise\, creativity\, and strategy. This session will show you exactly how to make that happen. \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/complementing-your-marketing-strategy-with-ai/
LOCATION:Club Hotel Waterford\, Cnr Loganlea Rd & Kingston Rd\, Waterford\, Queensland\, 4133\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,New business and startups
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260701T222843Z
CREATED:20260622T031048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T222843Z
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SUMMARY:Grant Assist Session at The Line & Rail Artspace
DESCRIPTION:RADF grant assist session for Logan creatives at The Line & Rail Artspace. Get tips\, ask questions\, and strengthen your application. \nThinking about applying for the next round of Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants? \nJoin us at The Line & Rail Artspace for a practical and supportive grant assist session designed to help you feel confident and prepared. Whether you’re developing a new project or refining an idea\, this session will walk you through the application process\, key requirements\, and tips to strengthen your submission. \nConnect with other local creatives\, ask questions\, and get the guidance you need to take the next step. \nAll experience levels welcome.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/grant-assist-session-at-the-line-rail-artspace/
LOCATION:The Line & Rail Artspace\, 96-98 York Street\, Beenleigh\, Queensland\, 4207\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260701T222947Z
CREATED:20260701T222629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T222947Z
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SUMMARY:Make AI Work for Your Community Organisation
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to save community organisations time\, reduce administrative workload\, and strengthen the quality of their work. Whether you’re preparing grant applications\, developing policies\, writing communications\, planning projects\, or simply looking for more efficient ways to get things done\, AI can become a valuable support tool. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nHow AI can support governance\, planning\, fundraising and day-to-day operations\nPractical applications for grant writing\, communications and administration\nHow to write prompts that produce better results\nThe strengths\, limitations and risks of AI\nGood practice for using AI responsibly\, ethically and transparently\n\nJoin us to discover how AI can be a valuable tool while keeping people\, culture\, and community at the centre of your work. \nFor any enquiries regarding this training\, please contact advocacy@eccq.com.au.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/make-ai-work-for-your-community-organisation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T233000Z
CREATED:20260601T233000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T233000Z
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SUMMARY:Defence Industry Development Grant (DIDG) grant-writing workshop
DESCRIPTION:A workshop for Queensland defence SMEs and supply-chain businesses eligible or preparing to apply for a Defence Industry Development Grant. \n\n\n\n\nDelivered by Buzzworks | ODIS in attendance \nHelp your defence business strengthen its competitiveness and improve its chances of securing Commonwealth funding through the Defence Industry Development Grant (DIDG) program. \nThis interactive\, practical workshop is designed for Queensland defence SMEs and supply‑chain businesses seeking to develop strong\, compliant and compelling DIDG grant applications. Led by experienced defence and grants practitioners from Buzzworks\, the session demystifies the DIDG process and provides participants with tools\, templates and insights to lift application quality and success rates. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nan overview of the Defence Industry Development Grant (DIDG) program and its four funding streams (Sovereign Industrial Priorities\, Skilling\, Exports and Security)\nunderstanding eligibility criteria and how applications are assessed\nhow to align your project with Sovereign Defence Industrial Priorities and DIDG objectives\npractical guidance on drafting clear\, persuasive project narratives and outcomes\nbest‑practice approaches to grant writing versus sales and capability pitching\nbudgeting\, milestones\, attachments and common compliance pitfalls to avoid\ninsights into Queensland’s DIDG performance and what successful applications do differently\naccess to sample application templates\, project budget tools and assessment checklists\n\nParticipants will also hear from ODIS (Office of Defence Industry Support)\, providing insights to the function of ODIS and the advisory\, guidance and mentoring services available to SMEs. \nMorning tea will be provided. \nPlaces are limited to ensure an interactive learning environment.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/defence-industry-development-grant-didg-grant-writing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Kedron-Wavell\, 21 Kittyhawk Drive\, Chermside\, Queensland\, 4032\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Procurement and tendering,Queensland Small Business Month
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T224355Z
CREATED:20260607T224355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T224355Z
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SUMMARY:UiLab's Industry AI Toolkit | AI at Work: What's Worth Your Time and Where to Begin
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a tech expert to make AI work for you. You just need the right starting point\, and that’s where we come in. \nEach month\, we run a focused\, practical\, one-hour online workshop designed to help everyday people get genuinely useful things done with AI. No jargon. No overwhelm. Just real skills you can apply the next day. \n🗓️ This Month’s Topic: \nAn Introduction to the AI Landscape \nWhich tools exist\, what they do\, and which one makes sense for your job. Covers ChatGPT\, Claude\, Copilot\, and Gemini. No prior experience needed. Participants will leave with one practical task they can try straight away. \nWhat you’ll gain:  \n✅ Time-saving AI workflows for planning & admin \n✅ Confidence using AI ethically in day-to-day practice \n✅ Practical strategies you can use immediately and keep using \n✅ Hands-on in-session learning\, not a lecture! \nThis session is for:  \n\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\n\n\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\nAnyone creating presentations for business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious!\n\nHow it works:  \nFormat: Online session — link sent after registration \nDuration: 1 hour \nPricing: FREE for Logan City residents and businesses. This series is our gift to our local community.\nFor those outside Logan\, a small fee helps us keep these sessions running. \n  \nReady to join us? Hit Register above to grab your spot. Sessions fill up — booking takes 60 seconds! \nIf you’re not sure this is for you\, ask yourself: Is there anything in your work that feels repetitive\, time-consuming\, or just harder than it needs to be?\nThere’s a good chance AI can help and we’ll show you how! \nCome back every month.  \nEvery session stands alone\, so you can dip in and out. But the people who get the most out of this series are the ones who keep showing up\, building skills month by month\, alongside a community of people on the same journey. \nJoin our growing community who are making AI work for their businesses\, not against them. \nQuestions? Contact us or visit uilab.com.au
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-industry-ai-toolkit-ai-at-work-whats-worth-your-time-and-where-to-begin/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260723T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260723T180000
DTSTAMP:20260710T005243Z
CREATED:20260710T005243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T005243Z
UID:10001256-1784822400-1784829600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:UiLab's Future Tech Open House | 23 July 2026
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Focus: Discover\, Design & Build AI Solutions Together \nAI isn’t just for writing emails\, it can actually help solve real problems in your day-to-day work. \nIn this FREE hands-on\, beginner-friendly workshop\, you’ll learn how to spot everyday tasks that AI could make easier. Instead of jumping straight into the tech\, we’ll start with the basics: how to recognise a good opportunity for AI\, when it’s actually worth using\, and the different ways it can help. \nYou’ll get the chance to share how you already use AI (if at all!)\, the tricky parts you run into\, and the repetitive tasks you’d love to hand off. As a group\, we’ll look at real examples from different jobs and everyday life\, then walk through turning one of those ideas into a working AI tool — a Microsoft 365 Declarative Agent. \nWhat you’ll walk away with: \n\nA simple framework for spotting good AI opportunities\nHands-on experience designing an AI solution from a real task\nYour own AI agent\, ready to adapt to your role or workplace\nNo coding or AI experience needed — just bring your curiosity!\n\nBy the end of the night you’ll have something genuinely useful — built by you\, ready to use! \nWhat to bring: \n\nA laptop with a web browser\nOne task or workflow you’d like to improve\nAccess to the Microsoft 365 Copilot environment (provided on the day if you don’t have an account)\nNo coding or technical background needed — just curiosity and something worth automating.\n\nWho Is This For? \n\nEducators creating lessons\, staff briefings\, developing strategic presentations or student resources\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\nAnyone creating for business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious!\n\n  \nIt’s practical\, hands-on\, and open to all. \nThis space is also for Logan residents\, youth\, jobseekers\, other industry leaders\, and anyone who’s simply tech-curious. No experience needed\, just bring your questions and your curiosity. \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? \nBook your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech-curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-future-tech-open-house-23-july-2026/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T032558Z
CREATED:20260630T032401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T032558Z
UID:10001252-1785236400-1785240000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Employing Workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Home Affairs\, through its Business\, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network\, would like to invite you to attend upcoming free information sessions on employing overseas working within the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) stream and the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV). \nThese sessions are open to any business or organisation who would like information on visa options for employing an overseas workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste. \nThe PALM is a temporary residence visa available for eligible citizens of participating Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. The PALM scheme is an employer sponsored visa for unskilled\, low-skilled and semi-skilled positions. This visa allows eligible businesses to recruit workers for short-term jobs for up to 9 months or long-term roles for between one and 4 years. The PALM scheme helps to fill labour gaps in rural and regional Australia and nationally for agriculture and select agriculture-related food product manufacturing sectors. \nThe PEV is a permanent residence visa available for eligible citizens of participating Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. Within this program to 3\,000 Pacific Engagement Visas are available each year through a ballot process.\nThe PEV is not an employer sponsored visa however applicants need an offer of ongoing employment for a genuine position in Australia to be granted the visa. PEV holders can live and work anywhere in Australia in any occupation. \nThe BIRO network invites employers to attend a webinar to learn more about the PALM and PEV programs.\nThe Department of Employment and Workforce Relations (DEWR) will be in attendance to provide an overview on the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.\nThe Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFaT) will be in attendance to provide an overview on the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) Support Service. \nThese webinars will provide information on visa products and there will be an opportunity for questions with subject matter experts following the presentations. \nLocation\nOnline event access details will be provided by the event organiser \n  \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/employing-workers-from-the-pacific-islands-and-timor-leste-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Jobs and Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260811T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260811T083000
DTSTAMP:20260730T011847Z
CREATED:20260730T011825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T011847Z
UID:10001264-1786431600-1786437000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Procurement Opportunities Logan
DESCRIPTION:2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Procurement Opportunities – Logan \nThe 2032 Games promise a golden opportunity for Queensland’s small and medium businesses\, driving jobs\, investment and powering economic growth. \nJoin us for a free informative session on Tuesday 11 August 2026 in Logan to: \n\ngain valuable insights into the procurement process for the 2032 Games\ndiscover how to maximise opportunities for your business\nlearn how the newly released Queensland Procurement Policy 2026 empowers local\, small and family businesses.\n\nSpeakers include: \n\nHon. Tim Mander MP\, Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games\nHon. Steve Minnikin MP\, Minister for Small and Family Business\nRob McRuvie\, Director of Procurement\, Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games\n\nLight refreshments will be available for attendees on arrival. We look forward to seeing you at the event. Doors will open from 6:30am for a 7:00am start. \nPlease note\, there may be a photographer and videographer onsite at the event. Should you wish not to be included in any imagery\, please note this on arrival to our team at registration.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/2032-olympic-and-paralympic-games-procurement-opportunities-logan/
LOCATION:Diggers Services Club\, 42-48 Blackwood Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games,Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260813T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T012237Z
CREATED:20260607T224623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T012237Z
UID:10001235-1786636800-1786640400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:UiLab's Industry AI Toolkit | AI Built Into Your Tools: Copilot & Gemini at Work
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a tech expert to make AI work for you. You just need the right starting point\, and that’s where we come in. \nEach month\, we run a focused\, practical\, one-hour online workshop designed to help everyday people get genuinely useful things done with AI. No jargon. No overwhelm. Just real skills you can apply the next day. \n🗓️ This Month’s Topic:\nMicrosoft 265 & Google Workspace users – the AI is already built in! \nThis session shows you how to effectivity use Copilot in Word\, Outlook and Teams\, and Gemini in Docs and Gmail. We will build on from the previous sessions prompting skills but is accessible to those who are joining for the first time. \nWhat you’ll gain:  \n✅ Time-saving AI workflows for planning & admin \n✅ Confidence using AI ethically in day-to-day practice \n✅ Practical strategies you can use immediately and keep using \n✅ Hands-on in-session learning\, not a lecture! \nThis session is for:  \n\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\n\n\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\nAnyone creating presentations for business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious!\n\nHow it works:  \nFormat: Online session — link sent after registration \nDuration: 1 hour \nPricing: FREE for Logan City residents and businesses. This series is our gift to our local community.\nFor those outside Logan\, a small fee helps us keep these sessions running. \n  \nReady to join us? Hit Register above to grab your spot. Sessions fill up — booking takes 60 seconds! \nIf you’re not sure this is for you\, ask yourself: Is there anything in your work that feels repetitive\, time-consuming\, or just harder than it needs to be?\nThere’s a good chance AI can help and we’ll show you how! \nCome back every month.  \nEvery session stands alone\, so you can dip in and out. But the people who get the most out of this series are the ones who keep showing up\, building skills month by month\, alongside a community of people on the same journey. \nJoin our growing community who are making AI work for their businesses\, not against them. \nQuestions? Contact us or visit uilab.com.au
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-industry-ai-toolkit-ai-built-into-your-tools-copilot-gemini-at-work/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T031419Z
CREATED:20260622T031419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T031419Z
UID:10001247-1787041800-1787054400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Queensland Government Supplier Readiness and Profile Improvement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to elevate your Gateway by ICN profile\, ensuring your business is well positioned to capture industry opportunities. \n\n\n\n\nThe Queensland Manufacturing Hubs and Industry Capability Network (ICN) Queensland invite you to a Queensland Government Supplier Readiness and Gateway by ICN Profile Improvement Workshop tailored for regional manufacturers. \nThis interactive workshop provides manufacturers with practical guidance on how to clearly present their capability\, capacity and expertise on Gateway by ICN for major project supply opportunities across both Queensland and nationally. It also addresses key buyer expectations\, including how to communicate sustainability benefits and local supply chain value within profiles and EOI responses. The session includes guided activities and live profile review\, supporting participants to refine profile content\, address common visibility issues\, and strengthen readiness for EOIs. \nOur mission is to keep the Queensland manufacturing sector well-informed and ahead of the curve. It’s crucial that our manufacturers are primed to seize every opportunity that comes their way\, especially with major projects\, infrastructure and large-scale developments being planned across Queensland and nationally. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow to create an effective Gateway by ICN company profile\n\n\nHow to position your business to supply into major projects\n\n\nAbout the ICN procurement phases and how to navigate these\, including EOI readiness and selection criteria alignment\n\n\nTips on navigating work packages and addressing common visibility issues\nWhat support is available to help you be best placed to win work\n\nWhat you need: \n\nA laptop or mobile device that can access Gateway by ICN\nAn active Gateway by ICN Company profile\nTo be authorised to edit the content of your existing Gateway by ICN company profile\n\nIf you don’t already have a profile\, we encourage you to sign up for free here. \nEvent Location: \nMeadowbrook Golf Club\, Golf Course Drive\, Meadowbrook QLD 4131 \nImportant Notes: \nRegistration opens at 8:00am\, session commences 08:30am sharp and concludes 12:00pm \nMorning refreshments will be provided. \nNumbers are limited\, so register your place today! \nFor further information contact: Industry Capability Network on 07 3364 0670 or email: info@icnqld.org.au
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/queensland-government-supplier-readiness-and-profile-improvement-workshop/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Golf Club\, Golf Course Drive\, Meadowbrook\, QLD\, 4131
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T034054Z
CREATED:20260813T034054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T034054Z
UID:10001275-1787054400-1787058000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How to set healthy boundaries
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to manage your time and capacity\, let go of guilt and build sustainable habits that support your business and wellbeing. \n\n\n\n\nRunning a small business often means juggling competing priorities\, managing endless tasks and feeling like there is never enough time. Understanding how to manage your time and capacity strategically can help you work more sustainably and minimise burnout. \nJoin Small Business Wellbeing Coach Sandra O’Neill from the Small Business Financial Counselling Service (SBFCS) Southern Queensland for a free webinar on setting healthy boundaries for yourself and your business. \nWhat will be covered? \nThis session explores reflecting on your self-imposed expectations\, capacity and sustainability of time to minimise burnout. Discover some tools\, skills\, habits and hacks that will not only save you time but encourage productivity and help improve your wellbeing. \nEvent details \nWhen: 18 August at 12pm AEST \nWhere: Online via Microsoft Teams \nCost: Free \nMore information \nFor more details\, call our office on 1300 732 777 or email us at events@sbfcssq.org.au \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-to-set-healthy-boundaries/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260818T183000
DTSTAMP:20260730T005637Z
CREATED:20260730T005637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T005637Z
UID:10001261-1787068800-1787077800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:UiLab's Future Tech Open House
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Focus: Spot It\, Sketch It\, Build It – An Evening with Young Founders \nTwo years ago\, “I have an idea but I can’t build it” was a valid excuse. Not anymore. \nMeet a panel of young founders and builders who went from idea to real\, working product using AI tools\, with zero coding background. Just a laptop and the right prompts. \nThey’ll break down exactly how they did it: \n\nSpotting a problem actually worth solving\nSketching what “solved” looks like\nBuilding a working version in a matter of minutes\n\nYou’ll hear the real stories about the rough idea that almost got scrapped\, the moment it clicked\, the stuff that nearly made them quit. Then it’s your turn to ask them questions. \nBONUS: Everyone who shows up walks away with free Lovable credits to go build your own thing. \nIf you’ve got an idea sitting in your notes app doing nothing\, this is the room to be in! \n  \nMeet your facilitator – Mo Alizadeh \nA Logan-based entrepreneur who’s lived this process firsthand. Mo taught himself barbering from YouTube and built his own business\, Local Blendz\, before going viral cutting hair at Kingston Train Station. That same instinct for spotting a gap and just starting has since taken him from a barber’s chair to founding HalalHop and Scentomatic. He’s here to walk you through exactly how he did it. \n  \nLearn more about Mo: https://youtu.be/LLDQuC9Q8Eg?si=Zl9lbwcJ5UzOIVni \n  \nWhat you’ll walk away with: \n\nA simple framework for turning a problem into a working prototype – Spot it\, Sketch it\, Build it\nReal insight from founders who’ve built and launched products with AI\, not traditional code\nFree Lovable credits to try building your own idea after the session\nA chance to put your questions directly to the panel\nConnections with other Logan locals\, jobseekers and industry leaders who are just as tech-curious as you\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nYour questions and your curiosity\n\n  \nWho Is This For? \n\nAspiring entrepreneurs curious about building their first idea\nLogan locals and jobseekers looking for inspiration and direction\nAnyone who’s ever had an idea and didn’t know where to start\nTech-curious locals wanting to connect with others building things\n\n  \nIt’s motivating\, welcoming\, and open to all. This space is also for Logan residents\, other industry leaders\, and anyone who’s simply tech-curious. No experience needed\, just bring your questions and your curiosity. \n  \nAttendees under 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent or guardian. See ticket options for details. \n  \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? Book your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech-curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-future-tech-open-house/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T002015Z
CREATED:20260813T002015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T002015Z
UID:10001274-1787227200-1787230800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Participative Ergonomics for Manual Tasks
DESCRIPTION:PErforM: Steps to building a safer\, more productive workplace\n\nHow simple workplace changes can reduce manual injury risks \nHazardous manual tasks remain one of the leading causes of workplace injuries in Australia\, resulting insignificant workers’ compensation costs\, lost productivity and long-term musculoskeletal disorders. Join our free webinar on how simple workplace changes can significantly reduce injury risks while improving productivity and employee engagement. \nWorkplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) Ergonomics Advisor Don Sendanayake will explain the Participative Ergonomics for Manual Tasks (PErforM) program – a compliant\, practical and evidence-based approach to managing manual task risks. \nRather than relying solely on managers or external specialists\, PErforM involves the people who perform the work every day in identifying hazards\, assessing risks and developing practical solutions that improve both safety and efficiency. The PErforM approach has been successfully applied across a range of industries\, including manufacturing\, construction\, mining\, warehousing\, food processing and aged care. \n  \nThe webinar will cover: \n\nThe PErforM approach to managing hazardous manual tasks\nHow worker participation leads to better safety outcomes\nYour WHS obligations for hazardous manual tasks\nPractical ways to reduce injury risks and improve productivity\n\n  \nEvent Details \nDate: Thursday 20 August 2026 \nTime: 12 noon – 1pm \nVenue: Online via Zoom \nCost: Free
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/masterclass-participative-ergonomics-for-manual-tasks/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260826T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260730T015423Z
CREATED:20260721T225529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T015423Z
UID:10001259-1787742000-1787745600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Winning Government Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Discover the steps to winning government business with a proven strategy for success. In this webinar\, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how to position your business as a credible supplier and learn practical ways to engage effectively with government to achieve faster results. \nWhat you’ll learn about:\n\nAssessing Your Readiness: Understand where your business stands and how to identify the gaps you may need to address.\nClosing the Gaps: Gain insight into strengthening your capabilities to align with government requirements.\nTargeting Effectively: Learn how to identify the right parts of government to engage with.\nEngaging Strategically: Discover how to develop meaningful connections with key stakeholders.\nResponding Confidently: Explore the first steps to responding to the right opportunities at the right time.\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nBusinesses looking to grow with government opportunities.\nBusiness leaders are seeking to enhance their growth strategies.\nSales and marketing leaders looking to expand into the government sector.\n\nThis webinar is based on the same step-by-step approach we use to help our clients succeed in winning government contracts. You’ll gain valuable insights to help you get started\, avoid common pitfalls\, and set your business on the right path toward government engagement. \nReserve your spot today and move toward sales growth with government clients. \nSeats are limited. \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/winning-government-business-webinar-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Queensland Small Business Month
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T035303Z
CREATED:20260813T035303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T035303Z
UID:10001277-1787832000-1787835600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Concept to Commercialisation
DESCRIPTION:Join AMGC for an exclusive webinar in partnership with Design Anthology. This practical webinar will guide start-up and scale-up manufacturers through the critical stages of transforming an idea into a commercially viable product. \nThe session will be led by Josh Jeffress\, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Design Anthology. Josh will outline the practical considerations essential for developing products that are not only innovative but also commercially viable\, scalable\, and ready for market. \nKey Topics to Be Covered: \n\nDon’t lead with the solution: Problems are where the gold is\, but only if someone cares enough to pay for it.\nUnderstand the landscape: Know the rules\, the handbrakes and the pathway before you burn the budget\nAdoption: Innovation without adoption is just a good idea!\nCommercialisation starts on day one: Don’t wait until the product is ready to work out who’s going to buy it.\nBuild a system to capture learning: Capture the messy stuff.\nCreate boundaries: Flexibility is useful. Drift is expensive.\nStay focused on where the value is: Don’t reinvent the wheel\, don’t miss the spin-out\, and don’t get distracted from the bit that actually matters.\nWhat makes a successful entrepreneur: What we’ve learnt is that successful entrepreneurs aren’t necessarily the people with the best original idea.\n\nAbout Design Anthology: \nDesign Anthology is a Hunter-based design\, engineering and manufacturing consultancy helping organisations turn complex ideas into commercially ready products. We combine strategy\, industrial design\, engineering\, prototyping and production know-how into a single integrated process\, supporting clients from early concept development through to testing\, production readiness and scale-up. Our work spans mining\, defence\, health\, consumer goods and advanced manufacturing\, giving us a broad cross-industry perspective and the ability to transfer proven ideas\, materials and manufacturing methods between sectors. \nBecause we design with manufacturing in mind\, our solutions are practical\, efficient and built for real-world use. We help clients reduce risk\, improve certainty and make informed decisions at each stage of development\, whether they are creating a new product\, improving an existing one or preparing for manufacture. \nAs an ISO 9001-accredited business\, we focus on quality\, repeatability and continuous improvement. Our fixed-cost\, clearly defined project stages give clients transparency around scope\, deliverables and investment\, while our collaborative approach keeps them actively involved from concept to completion. \nWe are passionate about regional economic development\, sustainability and strengthening sovereign manufacturing capability. Through trusted industry partnerships across manufacturing\, supply\, testing and specialist technical services\, we deliver innovative\, practical and scalable products ready to succeed in market \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from Josh and to gain practical insights into turning innovative ideas into commercially successful products.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/concept-to-commercialisation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260730T005855Z
CREATED:20260730T005855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T005855Z
UID:10001262-1787846400-1787853600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:UiLab's Future Tech Open House
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Focus – Hands-On AI + Vibe Coding: Build Something Real \nThis session includes hands-on AI work tools and Vibe Coding! \nVibe coding is where you describe a simple website in plain English and an AI Platform called Lovable builds it right before your eyes! No coding knowledge or experience needed. You will leave this session with an actual working website you made from scratch! \nOur team will be onsite to provide guidance throughout the session! By the end of the night\, you’ll have something genuinely useful — built by you\, ready to use! \nWhat to bring: \n\nA laptop with a web browser\nOne website or webapp idea you want to build (example provided if not)\nA Lovable account (provided on the day if you don’t have an account)\nNo coding or technical background needed — just curiosity and something worth automating.\n\nWho Is This For? \n\nEducators creating lessons\, staff briefings\, developing strategic presentations or student resources\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\nAnyone creating for business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious!\n\n  \nIt’s practical\, hands-on\, and open to all. \nThis space is also for Logan residents\, youth\, jobseekers\, other industry leaders\, and anyone who’s simply tech-curious. No experience needed\, just bring your questions and your curiosity. \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? \nBook your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech-curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-future-tech-open-house-2/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260901T063000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260901T090000
DTSTAMP:20260817T223513Z
CREATED:20260817T223513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T223513Z
UID:10001279-1788244200-1788253200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Logan Economic Breakfast with BOQ
DESCRIPTION:Want to better understand what’s ahead for the economy and what it could mean for your business? \nJoin the Logan Office of Economic Development and BOQ for a free economic briefing featuring BOQ Chief Economist Peter Munckton\, who will share insights on the economic outlook\, market trends and key issues impacting businesses and the broader economy. \n📅 Tuesday 1 September 2026 \n⏰ 6:30 am to 9:00 am \n📍 Logan Entertainment Centre\, Logan Central \n🎟️ Free to attend \nAttendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions for Peter to address during the session.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/logan-economic-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:Logan Entertainment Centre\, 170 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T124500
DTSTAMP:20260831T042445Z
CREATED:20260831T042445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T042445Z
UID:10001287-1790078400-1790081100@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Facilitating Apprenticeships in Manufacturing | Free Online Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Queensland Manufacturing Hub\, in partnership with MEGT and the Department of Trade\, Employment and Training (DTET)\, for a free online Lunch & Learn exploring how manufacturing businesses can successfully facilitate apprenticeships in Queensland. \nThis practical session provides manufacturers with a clear understanding of how apprenticeships operate\, the benefits they deliver to both businesses and apprentices\, and the support available to help employers confidently recruit\, train and retain their future workforce. You’ll gain an overview of the apprenticeship journey—from engaging an apprentice and establishing a training contract through to successful completion—and learn about the organisations that support employers every step of the way. \nWhat you’ll learn \n\nThe benefits of employing a manufacturing apprentice.\nHow apprenticeships operate in Queensland.\nThe roles of employers\, Apprentice Connect Australia Providers (ACAPs) and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).\nThe different employment options available\, including direct employment and Group Training Organisations (GTOs).\nEmployer responsibilities throughout the apprenticeship.\nGovernment incentives and support available to eligible employers.\nPractical strategies to support apprentices and improve successful completion outcomes.\nManufacturing apprenticeship pathways and qualifications available across the sector.\n\n\nWho should attend? \nThis session is designed for manufacturing business owners\, managers\, supervisors\, HR professionals and anyone responsible for workforce planning or considering employing an apprentice. \nWhether you’re taking on your first apprentice or looking to strengthen your existing apprenticeship program\, this session will provide practical guidance and connect you with the support available to build your future manufacturing workforce. \nNeeding more information contact: Melissa Neumann – Principal Capability Development Officer: melissa.neumann@nrmmrrd.qld.gov.au \nThis online event is free. \n“This session is an initiative of the Queensland Manufacturing Hubs\, facilitated by our Principal Capability and Development Officers\, and delivered in partnership with industry to connect classrooms with real manufacturing careers.”
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/facilitating-apprenticeships-in-manufacturing-free-online-session/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Jobs and Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T170000
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SUMMARY:UiLab's Industry AI Toolkit | AI for Research & Notetaking
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a tech expert to make AI work for you. You just need the right starting point\, and that’s where we come in. \nEach month\, we run a focused\, practical\, one-hour online workshop designed to help everyday people get genuinely useful things done with AI. No jargon. No overwhelm. Just real skills you can apply the next day. \n  \n🗓️ This Month’s Topic: AI for Research & Note-Taking\nDrowning in reports and documents you never quite get through? This session shows you how to use AI to do the heavy lifting. \nLearn how to summarise and extract key insights from long documents without reading every page using NotebookLM\, handle meeting notes quickly with Claude\, and set up Projects so your AI always has your context ready before you even start typing. \nIn this session: \n\nExtract insights from long documents in minutes\nCapture and clean up meeting notes with Claude\nSet up an AI workspace that remembers your context every time\nLeave with a workflow you can use on your next document — same day\n\n  \nWhat you’ll gain:  \n✅ Time-saving AI workflows for planning & admin \n✅ Confidence using AI ethically in day-to-day practice \n✅ Practical strategies you can use immediately and keep using \n✅ Hands-on in-session learning\, not a lecture! \n  \nThis session is for:  \n\nCorporate professionals preparing reports\, proposals\, or board decks\n\n\nSole traders and small business owners trying to run their business with limited time and staff\n\n\nAnyone: business\, community\, or personal projects — or if you’re simply tech curious! \n\nHow it works:  \nFormat: Online session — link sent after registration \nDuration: 1 hour \nPricing: FREE for Logan City residents and businesses. This series is our gift to our local community.\nFor those outside Logan\, a small fee helps us keep these sessions running. \n  \nReady to join us? Hit Register above to grab your spot. Sessions fill up — booking takes 60 seconds! \nIf you’re not sure this is for you\, ask yourself: Is there anything in your work that feels repetitive\, time-consuming\, or just harder than it needs to be?\nThere’s a good chance AI can help and we’ll show you how! \n  \nCome back every month.  \nEvery session stands alone\, so you can dip in and out. But the people who get the most out of this series are the ones who keep showing up\, building skills month by month\, alongside a community of people on the same journey. \nJoin our growing community who are making AI work for their businesses\, not against them. \n  \nQuestions? Contact us or visit uilab.com.au \n  \n👉 Click on our Host profile below to see more events like this running every month!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-industry-ai-toolkit-ai-for-research-notetaking/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260903T022647Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T033222Z
CREATED:20260910T033222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T033222Z
UID:10001297-1790247600-1790251200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Winning Government Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Discover the steps to winning government business with a proven strategy for success. In this webinar\, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how to position your business as a credible supplier and learn practical ways to engage effectively with government to achieve faster results. \nWhat you’ll learn about:\n\nAssessing Your Readiness: Understand where your business stands and how to identify the gaps you may need to address.\nClosing the Gaps: Gain insight into strengthening your capabilities to align with government requirements.\nTargeting Effectively: Learn how to identify the right parts of government to engage with.\nEngaging Strategically: Discover how to develop meaningful connections with key stakeholders.\nResponding Confidently: Explore the first steps to responding to the right opportunities at the right time.\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nBusinesses looking to grow with government opportunities.\nBusiness leaders are seeking to enhance their growth strategies.\nSales and marketing leaders looking to expand into the government sector.\n\nThis webinar is based on the same step-by-step approach we use to help our clients succeed in winning government contracts. You’ll gain valuable insights to help you get started\, avoid common pitfalls\, and set your business on the right path toward government engagement. \nReserve your spot today and move toward sales growth with government clients. \nSeats are limited. \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/winning-government-business-webinar-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games,Industry Development,Procurement and tendering,Queensland Small Business Month
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260903T020754Z
CREATED:20260903T020754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T020754Z
UID:10001291-1790265600-1790272800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:UiLab's Future Tech Open House
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Focus: Modernise Your Brand and Website – Walk out with a new look! \nYour logo and your website are the first thing anyone judges you on\, and for most businesses they haven’t been touched in years. \nIn this hands-on session we’ll start by rebuilding one brand together\, step by step\, so nobody gets left behind. Then you turn the same tools on your own work: your colours\, your images\, your homepage. \nIf you came along to our 18 August or 27 August Open Houses\, this is the natural next step\, now you make it look like it belongs to you. \nWe’ll look at Claude Design\, Leonardo AI and Midjourney\, and be honest about what each one costs and which is worth paying for. You’ll also leave better at briefing a designer\, because knowing what you want is half of what you’re paying them for. \nEverything you make is yours! We finish with time set aside to save and export your files\, so you walk out with the work\, not just the memory of it. \n  \nWhat you’ll walk away with: \n\nA refreshed colour palette and font pairing\nHero images and brand visuals you can use straight away\nA homepage layout template and the prompts to keep going on your own\nA better sense of what to look for – and ask for – when briefing a designer\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nA laptop\nYour current website or socials\nA free Claude.ai account\, if you can set one up beforehand – it takes two minutes (claude.ai)\n\n  \nWho Is This For? \n\nBusiness owners ready to give their brand a refresh\nMarketing and comms people looking for a faster\, cheaper way to produce brand visuals\nAnyone who owns a website or a brand at work\nNo design experience needed\, no AI experience needed\n\nIt’s practical\, hands-on\, and open to all. This space is also for Logan residents\, small business owners\, and anyone who’s simply tech-curious. \nReady to explore the future\, right here in Logan? Book your spot for this month’s Future Tech Open House and be part of our growing tech-curious community.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/uilabs-future-tech-open-house-3/
LOCATION:UiLab HQ\, Unit 14/1 Belvedere Drive\, Park Ridge\, Queensland\, 4125\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Industry Development
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