Highfields Chamber of Commerce

01/06/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Drew Camm (DC Commercial)
We’re pleased to have Drew Camm from DC Commercial.

With over 25 years experience in his own business, Drew Camm has a wealth of knowledge and experience both in business and negotiating. With a vibrant personality, Drew has established DC Commercial, building their business to focus on being innovative, dynamic and providing excelleent customer service.
📅 Tuesday 2 June 2026
🕡 6:30am networking | 7:00am start
📍 Highfields Hub, 55 Highfields Road, Highfields
Book here: https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

28/05/2026

Speaker Spotlight: James (Precinct Urban Planning)

We’re also welcoming James, a qualified town planner with Precinct Urban Planning (Toowoomba), to our June panel.
James has over 9 years’ experience across a wide range of developments—from Airbnbs, dwellings and offices through to larger projects such as schools and community facilities. He’s also supported local governments with Development Application assessments and has worked on projects of regional and state significance, including the New Toowoomba Hospital.
If you want to better understand how planning, zoning, and the development pipeline influence business and property decisions in Highfields, this is one to attend.

📅 Tuesday 2 June 2026
🕡 6:30am networking | 7:00am start
📍 Highfields Hub, 55 Highfields Road, Highfields
Book your spot: https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

26/05/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Doug Allen (Hampton Real Estate)

We’re pleased to have Doug Allen, Principal of Hampton Real Estate, joining our June panel on the Highfields property market.

Doug is a proud local with deep roots in the Darling Downs and a genuine passion for the future of the community he calls home. Alongside helping clients achieve their property goals, Doug supports local initiatives including the High Country Koala Action Group and local school groups—bringing strong community values and local knowledge to the conversation.

📅 Tuesday 2 June 2026
🕡 6:30am networking | 7:00am start
📍 Highfields Hub, 55 Highfields Road, Highfields
Book here: https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

26/05/2026

Big conversations are coming to Highfields.
Join us for our June networking breakfast panel:
Real Estate & Business: Navigating the Highfields Property Market
We’ll hear local insights on what’s happening in commercial and residential property—including market trends, leasing vs buying, council planning/zoning, and what’s ahead in Highfields’ development pipeline. We’ll also touch on how the budget and broader economic conditions may influence the market.
📅 Tuesday 2 June 2026
🕡 6:30am networking | 7:00am start
📍 Highfields Hub, 55 Highfields Road, Highfields
☕ Breakfast nibbles + tea/coffee available
Book your spot: https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

20/05/2026

Cabarlah invited to have a conversation with Councillors

Toowoomba Regional Council is inviting the Cabarlah community to take part in a conversation with Councillors to share ideas for the future of the district.

Mayor Geoff McDonald said the Community Conversations event is designed to gather local perspectives and aspirations for Cabarlah and the surrounding area.

“Councillors want to hear directly from residents, property owners and businesses about their ideas for Cabarlah and surrounds,” Cr McDonald said.

“We’ve hosted a number of these events across the region, and they’ve all been positive opportunities to connect Councillors with the community and hear some wonderful ideas.

“We want to hear the community’s aspirational ideas on how Cabarlah can grow and develop into the future. This event provides a chance for residents to brainstorm with Councillors and have an open conversation about the future of the district.”

Cr McDonald said there would be no pre-determined topics for discussion.

“Residents are welcome to raise any ideas within Council’s remit. A positive and creative approach to discussion will help Council better understand the community’s needs and aspirations,” he said.

The Mayor said the event would be an informal conversation with Councillors, with a BBQ provided by the Lions Club of Highfields North Eastern Downs and QCWA, with live entertainment from local musicians Jeanie Cuskelly & Friends.

The Community Conversations event will be held on Thursday 28 May, 2026 at Cabarlah Hall, 9856 New England Highway, Cabarlah, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.

For more information, please contact Council on 131 872 or email [email protected]

11/05/2026

Don't forget about our AI workshop tomorrow morning. This will be a hands on event to show you how you can implement AI into your everyday events. Bookings essentials. https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

04/05/2026

Congratulations to Sonia from All Star Insurance Brokers. We know you are the best insurance broker, now Australia knows also.

04/05/2026

AI isn’t the future, it’s what smart businesses are using right now.

Join us for our first AI workshop with Anthony Holswalt, a practical, hands-on breakfast session focused on how AI can actually work in your business. No fluff, just real conversations, real examples, and ideas you can implement straight away.

Enjoy breakfast while connecting with other local business owners, sharing what’s working, and walking away with tools to save time and grow your business.

Bookings are essential, spots are limited. Secure your place now.

https://highfieldschamber.com.au/product/networking-event-2/

20/03/2026

The nbn Local team are in Highfields to assist residents and businesses with understanding the recent upgrade improvements.
All attendees who speak with the nbn team will be offered a complimentary Coffee at The Chocolate Cottage.
The nbn Local team will be available to check your technology type and provide advice on optimising your home or business internet setup.

Date: Tuesday the 24th of March 2026

Time: 8:00am-12:30pm

Location: The Chocolate Cottage

Address: 10475 New England Hwy, Highfields Qld 4352

13/02/2026

It was a great regional alliance meeting today. These quarterly meetings allow all the business chambers and progress associations time to come together and share in the concerns of our communities. More importantly we get to work with the people who can help create change and work together to create sustainable solutions for our region.

Always worthwhile to meet up with members of the Darling Downs Regional Alliance.
As well as being an effective advocacy body, it ensures issues of importance to regional centres are considered.
Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce
Crows Nest QLD - Progress, Recreation & Tourism
Highfields Chamber of Commerce
Millmerran Commerce and Progress Inc
Oakey Chamber of Commerce
Pittsworth District Alliance
Yarraman & District Progress Association Inc