

Events are at the heart of CHDC’s mission to advocate for a sustainable region and economic growth.
We strive to deliver a variety of workshops, forums and networking opportunities for local business and industry to build their skills, enhance their knowledge and expand their working relationships.
As you’ll see in the following pages, we’ve got the mix right for 2023. From the Economic Futures Forum to the Business Excellence Awards, and much more, it’s going to be a remarkable year.
You’re invited to join us on the ride. Partnerships are not just critical to the success of our events, they also elevate awareness of your organisation by putting its name in front of a new or larger audience.
This Partnership Prospectus details a range of packages to suit all budgets. Complete the booking form with your chosen package or get in touch to request a package tailored for you. Thank you for your support and we look forward to working alongside you in the year ahead.
Peter Dowling Chief Executive OfficerCHDC actively partners with industry, business, government and community to drive growth, enable innovation, build capability and deliver economic outcomes.
CHDC actively partners with industry, business, government and community to drive growth, enable innovation, build capability and deliver economic outcomes.
CHDC is a not-for-profit organisation and the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands region of Queensland, Australia. Our region includes the communities of Arcadia Valley, Bauhinia, Blackwater, Bluff, Capella, Comet, Dingo, Duaringa, Emerald, Rolleston, Sapphire Gemfields, Springsure and Tieri.
CHDC is a not-for-profit organisation and the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands region of Queensland, Australia. Our region includes the communities of Arcadia Valley, Bauhinia, Blackwater, Bluff, Capella, Comet, Dingo, Duaringa, Emerald, Rolleston, Sapphire Gemfields, Springsure and Tieri.
Driving economic opportunities to support the Central Highlands as a dynamic inland region of choice.
Driving economic opportunities to support the Central Highlands as a dynamic inland region of choice
We advocate for a sustainable region and economic growth by enhancing our workforce, promoting our region and supporting our businesses.
We advocate for sustainable regional and economic growth by enhancing our workforce, promoting our region and supporting our businesses
Collaboration, Credibility, Innovation, Accountability, Respect.
Our values are linked to the way we conduct business. We strive for: Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation, Credibility and Respect
Central HighlandsQueensland Resources Council (QRC) is very pleased to have a chance to participate in any of CHDC’s high quality events. The Central Highlands is a really important region for the resources industry, so we’re always keen to hear an update on the region’s prospects, delivered in the region by the people who know it best - CHDC. In QRC’s experience, CHDC has the happy knack of knitting together a great line up of speakers and starting constructive discussions between different groups of regional stakeholders. That’s exactly what CHDC’s Economic Futures Forum delivered in spades. I’d highly recommend this event.”
Andrew Barger Policy Director, EconomicsWe have been to the past few CHDC forums and have found they gave a great insight to where our region is growing. They provided updates on what large investors are doing, and residential and commercial markets. This information is invaluable and helps us to make educated decisions when investing in our own business, so that we can keep up with the region’s demands.”
Kelly Bunyoung Chief Executive Officer & DirectorOnce again, the CHDC team have delivered a valuable event. The Economic Futures Forum was an opportunity to connect with business leaders, government and industry representatives from across our region and beyond. Gatherings such as this are critical to our region, to showcase our business opportunities and to find out what is going on that will benefit us. The CHDC team have an excellent reputation for delivering quality events, and this one was no exception.”
Bronwyn Reid DirectorAs part of the Awards’ support of the region’s business community, this series of workshops will provide upskilling opportunities and assist nominees to prepare their entries.
To be held at key locations across the Central Highlands, these after-work networking sessions will provide a convenient and casual setting to make connections and swap ideas and information.
Economic Futures Forum 6 March
High-level keynote speakers at CHDC’s first major event for 2023 will deliver presentations tailored to local business and industry, setting the tone and direction for the year ahead.
This event will recognise the valuable contribution small businesses make to our region’s economy and community, and forms part of State-wide Small Business Month celebrations.
CHDC’s 2023 Resources & Innovation Forum will deliver an update on the region’s mining industry and the game-changing opportunities this presents to the supply chain and broader business community.
The biennial Awards culminate in a black-tie gala dinner, which includes a ceremony to announce the winners and brings together the region’s business comunity in a jubilant night of celebration.
This event has it’s own partnership prospectus. Please email khawkins@chdc.com.au for your copy.
Tying in with the nation-wide Indigenous Business Month, this event will celebrate and support existing and aspiring First Nations business operators in the Central Highlands.
Following the end of the region’s annual tourism season, visitor economy businesses will be brought together to reflect on lessons learned, plan for 2024, and discuss collaboration opportunities.
This 2023 Central Highlands Business Excellence Awards and AgTech have their own partnership prospectus please email khawkins@chdc.com.au for your copy.
MC acknowledgement of partnership during selected event
Linked company logo on CHDC website & registration page
Complimentary tickets to selected event
Acknowledgement as an event partner during selected event
Company logo on PowerPoint presentation at selected event
Post event acknowledgement of partnership in 2024 prospectus
Trade Display in prime location at selected event (where applicable)
Opportunity to provide company collateral for attendees at selected event
Company profile in event program and on CHDC event website page
Company banner displayed in prominent position at selected event
Acknowledgement as event partner on CHDC social media channels
Company logo on selected event’s promotional material including CHDC’s fortnightly eNews for the event’s duration (1,200+ distribution list)
Provision of delegate list made available (with delegate permission)
Exposure as a key partner on CHDC website for the entire calendar year following your selected event
Opportunity for 10 minute presentation at selected event
Premium exposure on print and promotional event material
Early confirmation of partnerships is recommended to ensure maximum exposure and benefit. This prospectus provides many different opportunities for partnership, however, it is by no means exhaustive.
To discuss your individual objectives and/or budget, please contact CHDC.
Hawkins, Board & Events Coordinator khawkins@chdc.com.au 07 4982 4386