Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett

16/06/2026

Ag Horizons Forum ticket sales close 5pm today.

Get involved, stay informed, stand together.

Tickets >>> https://www.rdawidebayburnett.org.au/event-list

16/06/2026

Showcase your organisation at the North Burnett Community & Careers Expo 2026.

Connect directly with motivated job seekers, students and future talent. Highlight your opportunities, spark interest, and build community connections. Strengthen your brand while engaging with a vibrant, multicultural audience.

Monto Hall
Wednesday, August 19 • 9 AM - 2 PM

Why not exhibit at the North Burnett Community & Careers Expo 2026! Exhibitor registration is free >>> https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/exhibitor-invitation-north-burnett-community-careers-expo-2026-tickets-1990357969265?aff=oddtdtcreator



North Burnett Regional Council | Local Jobs - Wide Bay & Sunshine Coast

15/06/2026

The upcoming Ag Horizons Forum in Kingaroy will bring together growers, producers, industry advocates and regional communities for a clear-eyed look at the pressures shaping agriculture.

At a time when the sector is under strain, the forum will draw on speakers with deep experience across farming, policy and regional business to unpack where things stand and what comes next.

Keynote speaker Rachel Chambers will be joined by Robbie Katter, Professor Derek Baker and Josh Gadischke, each offering a different perspective on the challenges facing producers and regional communities.

Discussions will range from the lessons out of the peanut industry’s decline, to the realities of global markets, supply chain pressures and what it takes to build and sustain a business from regional Australia.

For those working in, or alongside, agriculture, it is a rare chance to hear directly from people dealing with these issues at every level.

Ticket sales close COB Wednesday 17 June >>> https://www.rdawidebayburnett.org.au/event-details/ag-horizons-forum

Learn more >>> https://aghorizonsforum.com.au/speakers

13/06/2026

Our friends at University of the Sunshine Coast are running a range of free short workshops and one-on-one phone consultations to help adults explore their study options and build the confidence to get started.

If you are considering TAFE or university, then take a look at the Equip program as it offers practical guidance, short workshops and one-on-one support to help you take the next step.

If you’re 18+, not currently studying at university, and living in our region, this could be for you.

Find out more and register here >>> https://www.unisc.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/pathways-to-study/university-preparation/equip-program

For more information, contact Alissa via email at [email protected]

11/06/2026

Gympie Regional Council is seeking a Senior Officer Economic Development and Tourism to support economic growth and tourism development across the region.

Stretching from rural valleys in the west to the Cooloola Coast, the Gympie region offers a unique blend of growth, country charm, vibrant communities, local history and nationally recognised events, including the Gympie Music Muster.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, this is an ideal and unique opportunity.

A varied and rewarding role will have the successful applicant contribute to the delivery of both economic development and tourism outcomes, recognising tourism as a key driver of the regional economy.
The position offers:
• Salary commencing at $101,006 per annum
• Up to 14% superannuation
• Fortnightly RDO
• Health and wellbeing programs
• Salary sacrifice and salary packaging options

To learn more and apply >>> https://gympie.applynow.net.au/jobs/GRC1633-senior-officer-economic-development-and-tourism

08/06/2026

Get your creative juices flowing at the South Burnett Regional Council - South Burnett Youth Council's free community event!

Bringing together local activity, creativity and youth talent, the Community Expo and Talent Show will be held on Friday 20 June, from 11am to 5pm at Memorial Park in Kingaroy.

The day will feature a range of community stalls, workshops, activities and things to do across the South Burnett region.

A highlight of the event is the Youth Talent Show, open to performers aged 5 to 25, with prizes on offer. Entries are now open, and participants are encouraged to register.

For more information or to get involved in the talent show, contact the Council’s Communities team at [email protected] or follow Council channels for the registration link.

Get involved! >>> https://forms.microsoft.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=r6jbLrBxeUKEZjCIZsHBHEgQDgxk4FFOgMOr9qoK1glURDIyUVgzRVNWQzNYVEtQR0JXQ1RIMDVGSS4u

08/06/2026

Would you like to join us in working towards delivering stronger outcomes for our Wide Bay Burnett region?

Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett is seeking a Fraser Coast region advocate to join our Board. A local leader ready to bring insight, connection, and vision to the work of strengthening our communities.

We’re looking for someone with strong regional ties, leadership experience, and a genuine commitment to creating opportunities across the Wide Bay Burnett region.

Together, our Board helps guide initiatives that support economic growth, jobs, investment, and a stronger future for our communities.

Applications close 30 June.

Apply here >>> https://www.rdawidebayburnett.org.au/boardopportunities

07/06/2026

Join us and the Fraser Coast Career Pathways team for the Maryborough Chamber of Commerce June networking event.

Hosted at ABB’s newly established Traction facility in Maryborough, the evening will bring together local businesses and industry representatives to connect, share insights, and explore workforce, supply chain, and student pathway opportunities.

Free to attend but registration is essential >>> https://www.frasercoastcareerpathways.com.au/events

05/06/2026

Ag Horizons Forum
19 June 2026 | 9 am - 3 pm
Kingaroy Town Hall - Glendon Street

The Ag Horizons Forum was created in response to growing concern about the profitability of farming in Australia, and the pressures now affecting food production, processing and the broader regional economy. It began with the impact felt after the closure of the Peanut Company of Australia facility in Kingaroy, but the conversation has grown well beyond a single industry.

This forum will give farmers, agribusiness operators and community leaders a place to share ideas and focus on practical ways to strengthen agricultural businesses and support the regions that depend on them.

With speakers including Queensland Food Farmers Commissioner Rachel Chambers, the event is expected to spark important discussion about the future of farming and regional resilience.

Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett is a proud sponsor of the forum, alongside South Burnett Regional Council .

Learn more >>> https://aghorizonsforum.com.au/
Tickets >>> https://www.rdawidebayburnett.org.au/event-details/ag-horizons-forum

03/06/2026

Profitability in agriculture is on the agenda at the upcoming Ag Horizons Forum, a new regional gathering shaped by farmers and community leaders following the closure of the Peanut Company of Australia facility in Kingaroy last year.

The forum was formed out of concern about the mounting pressures facing Australian agriculture and the flow-on risk to food manufacturing, processing, and the long-term viability of regional economies. While the peanut industry helped spark the conversation, the focus has widened to include all agricultural sectors and the communities that rely on them.

Ag Horizons will bring together farmers, business leaders and regional representatives to share ideas, explore practical solutions and look at how to strengthen the future of agriculture and regional industry.

Special guest speakers include Queensland Food Farmers Commissioner Rachel Chambers, alongside other industry voices contributing to what is expected to be a significant conversation about the future of regional Australia.

Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett is a proud sponsor of the forum, alongside South Burnett Regional Council.

Tickets >>> https://www.rdawidebayburnett.org.au/event-details/ag-horizons-forum

Learn more >>> https://aghorizonsforum.com.au/

Ag Horizons Forum is a national platform dedicated to securing a viable and profitable future for Australia’s farmers. It brings together farmers, their families, and regional communities to share ideas and drive practical solutions that strengthen farming businesses.