BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry X-WR-TIMEZONE:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120613T114500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120613T140059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120517T102526 LAST-MODIFIED:20120517T102526 UID:3052-1339587900-1339596059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Lunch with Mike Tomalaris DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by FKG Tour of Toowoomba\, Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry & Skytrans You're invited to attend a special lunch with Mike Tomalaris\, award winning SBS Journalist. As guest speaker for the event\, Michael will share his experiences covering cycling after sixteen Tour de France events. There will be a unique auction and fantastic lucky door prizes on offer. Click here to download the flyer.   [gravityform id="27" name="Lunch with Mike Tomalaris - 13th June 2012"]   LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/lunch-with-mike-tomalaris/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120607T170000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120607T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120515T144133 LAST-MODIFIED:20120515T144148 UID:2488-1339088400-1339099259@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Marketing with Garnish Marketing DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Toowomba and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Presenter: Angie Hammond This is a unique opportunity to access marketing advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Download the flyer. [gravityform id="26" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking - 7th June"] LOCATION:O'Brien Road, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-marketing-with-garnish-sales-support/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120524T051500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120524T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120417T110446 LAST-MODIFIED:20120510T124009 UID:2850-1337836500-1337886059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Networking at Cobb & Co Museum DESCRIPTION:[caption id="attachment_3011" align="alignleft" width="170" caption="SPECIAL OFFER! Members can bring friends for only $5 each!"][/caption]   Get your hands on history at our May Networking Event hosted by the Cobb+Co Museum! The Cobb+Co Museum houses Australia’s National Carriage Collection of almost 50 horse drawn vehicles\, as well as several temporary galleries showcasing a range of travelling exhibitions. The Museum’s recent $8 million redevelopment included the addition of ‘The Factory’ a heritage skills training centre which is a custom designed learning space for teaching heritage trades and skills including blacksmithing\, leathercraft and glass art. The Museum also showcases the natural and cultural heritage of Toowoomba and the Darling Downs\, providing visitors with insight into local indigenous cultures\, megafauna and the development of the region from settlement to today. Enjoy delicious canapés and a welcome drink on arrival\, and a comfortable environment to expand your network - remember to bring plenty of business cards!! Do you have a friend who would enjoy our relaxed networking atmosphere at Future Leaders? Perhaps there's someone new to town in your workplace? Future Leaders members can bring a friend for only $5 to this event! RSVPs close Tuesday 22nd May - quick and easy registrations are available below   [gravityform id="13" name="Future Leaders Event Booking Form"] LOCATION:27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/networking-event-at-cobb-co-museum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120405T160852 LAST-MODIFIED:20120410T100135 UID:2838-1334769300-1334775659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Future Leaders Speed Networking DESCRIPTION:SPEED NETWORKING with Peter Nicol\, hosted by the Metro Café April's Future Leaders networking function is almost here and with our previous speed networking functions always a huge success\, we thought we would give you all another opportunity to broaden your professional and social network in a fun\, relaxed and effective networking environment. Peter Nicol\, a well-known Toowoomba business mentor will be joining us to share some hints and tips on making the most of networking opportunities. Hosted by the Metro Café\, we will enjoy delicious canapés and a welcome drink on arrival\, and a comfortable environment to expand their network of business contacts - so bring plenty of business cards!! We are also encouraging Chamber members to send along some of their younger employees (18-35) to develop business opportunities and contact networks. Thank you to Heritage Building Society for their continued support of Toowoomba Future Leaders and our Mentor Program. Toowoomba Future Leaders supports growth and sustainability in local business by providing mentoring\, networking\, professional and personal development opportunities for young professionals. [gravityform id="13" name="Future Leaders Event Booking Form"] LOCATION:15 Railway Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/future-leaders-speed-networking/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121123T114500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121123T140059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T140024 LAST-MODIFIED:20120320T140024 UID:2767-1353671100-1353679259@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Regional Business Leaders' Forum (Business at Lunch) DESCRIPTION:Please mark this date in your calendar. More details available soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/regional-business-leaders-forum-business-at-lunch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121025T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121025T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T135606 LAST-MODIFIED:20120423T083725 UID:2766-1351147500-1351153859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with the Hon. Jeff Seeney MP, Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure & Planning DESCRIPTION:Please mark this date in your calendar.  More details available soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120928T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120928T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T135356 LAST-MODIFIED:20120510T112041 UID:2765-1348814700-1348821059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with the Hon. Lawrence Springborg MP, Minister for Health DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend Business at Breakfast with the Honourable Lawrence Springborg MP. Topic:  The Future of Toowoomba and Darling Downs Health The Honourable Lawrence Springborg MP was first elected to State Parliament as the Member for Carnarvon in 1989. Subsequent electoral redistributions saw him elected as the Member for Warwick and then as the Member for Southern Downs\, the seat he represents today. At just twenty-one\, he became the youngest person ever elected to the Queensland Parliament. His election in 1989 demonstrated the non-Labor side of politics was serious about empowering young people to have a direct say on how Queensland should grow and prosper. Mr Springborg was instrumental in the creation of the Liberal National Party. When the party won government on 24 March 2012 Mr Springborg was appointed Minister for Health. Regards\, Greg Johnson\, CEO Bookings will open soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T133927 LAST-MODIFIED:20120423T082518 UID:2762-1345790700-1345797059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with the Hon. Jarrod Bleijie MP, Attorney General & Minister for Justice DESCRIPTION:Please mark this date in your calendar.  More details available soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120727T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120727T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T133508 LAST-MODIFIED:20120416T090727 UID:2761-1343371500-1343377859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE. Please mark this date in your calendar.  More details available soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120622T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120622T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T133151 LAST-MODIFIED:20120423T082231 UID:2760-1340347500-1340353859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast - with the Hon. John McVeigh MP DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by WHK. Please mark this date in your calendar.  More details available soon. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-with-southern-queensland-institute-of-tafe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120601T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120601T183059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T132251 LAST-MODIFIED:20120515T142553 UID:2758-1338570900-1338575459@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Dusk DESCRIPTION: Brought to you by: The Chamber knows a strong professional network directly translates into more business for your organisation. The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invites you to its next 'Members only' Business at Dusk function. Our Business at Dusk functions have always proven a great\, free opportunity for Chamber members to meet and network. Steve Owen\, General Manager of Toowoomba Golf Club hopes you'll accept this opportunity to enjoy a social evening with the City's leading business people. Up to two members from each member organisation\, up to four members from each TCCI sponsor organisation are welcome to attend. Regards\, Greg Johnson\, CEO [gravityform id="23" name="Business at Dusk Booking - 1 June 2012"] LOCATION:235-323 Rowbotham Street, Middle Ridge, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-dusk-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120525T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120525T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T131831 LAST-MODIFIED:20120518T141906 UID:2757-1337928300-1337934659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with Shane Charles - Toowoomba & Surat Basin Enterprise DESCRIPTION:Proudly brought to you by Toowoomba Regional Council. You are invited to attend the next Business at Breakfast with Shane Charles\, CEO Toowoomba & Surat Basin Enterprise. On 12 July 2011 the Toowoomba Regional Council moved to form a new company to lead promotion and economic development in the region. The result was the Toowoomba & Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE). TSBE has a comprehensive agenda for the region\, including: •  Daily flights from Toowoomba •  Showcasing Toowoomba as the best regional city in which to reside •  Attracting infrastructure development •  Providing positive networking events for business •  Providing other opportunities •  Working closely with council and developers for positive outcomes Before his appointment as CEO with TSBE Shane Charles was the owner and managing director of the Toowoomba legal firm Condon Charles. He is a Faculty Advisory Committee Member with USQ’s Faculty of Business and Law and a Committee Member with the Royal Agricultural Society Queensland. He is a past President of the Chamber. Toowoomba & Surat Basin Enterprise Chairman John Wagner will also be in attendance to answer questions. Regards\, Greg Johnson - CEO Click here to download the flyer. [gravityform id="24" name="Business at Breakfast Booking Form - 25 May"] LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-with-shane-charles-toowoomba-regional-enterprise/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120420T114500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120420T140059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120320T122626 LAST-MODIFIED:20120330T102406 UID:2750-1334922300-1334930459@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Regional Business Leaders' Forum with Dr Doug McTaggart DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by USQ Faculty of Business & Law and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry You are invited to attend a special presentation by Dr Doug McTaggart. Dr Doug McTaggart is the Chief Executive of QIC\, a leading institutional investment manager with $61 billion in funds under management (as at July\, 2011) for a broad range of private and public sector clients. Prior to joining QIC he was the Under Treasurer and Under Secretary of the Queensland Department of Treasury. He is currently a Councillor on the National Competition Council\, a member of the COAG Reform Council\, and a Director of CEDA and was appointed in October 2011 to the Queensland Health Reform\, Strategic Advisory Committee. He also served on the Electricity Competition Committee for the Queensland Government. Please book early to avoid disappointment as this will be a popular event. Regards\, Greg Johnson - CEO [gravityform id="19" name="Regional Business Leaders' Forum with Dr Doug McTaggart - 20 April 2012"]   LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/regional-business-leaders-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120308T185724 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T202221 UID:2731-1332436500-1332442859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:March Networking Event - Hosted by FK Gardner & Sons DESCRIPTION:Future Leaders is committed to bringing you a fresh approach to networking. We invite you to our March Networking Event\, hosted by FKG. The FK Gardner & Sons Group (FKG) provides Commercial Construction\, Civil\, Mining\, Development\, Plant Hire and Plumbing Services to a wide range of clients who recognise the value of a partner who is committed to achieving project goals. A proud family of building professionals\, FKG was established in 1977. Based in Toowoomba\, Mackay\, Brisbane\, Roma and Cairns we have more than 600 staff and an annual turnover in excess of $400 million. The FKG Group have managed successful projects throughout Eastern Australia. From schools to office buildings\, substation facilities to nursing homes\, we have built a diverse cross section of facilities for both public and private clients within sectors such as Health\, Education\, Community\, Mining and Industrial\, Commercial and Retail. FKG Human Resources Manager Hayley Brandt will discuss FKG’s current operations in South East Queensland\, local community engagement and employment benefits and opportunities for our demographic. Join us on Thursday 22nd March for canapés and drinks from 5:15pm (for a 5:30pm start) with networking to follow the guest speakers. We look forward to seeing you there!!   [gravityform id="13" name="Future Leaders Event Booking Form"] LOCATION:10 Pechey Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/march-networking-event-hosted-by-fk-gardner-sons/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120302T113142 LAST-MODIFIED:20120319T131414 UID:2649-1332398700-1332405059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast with Rob Henderson DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by NAB I am delighted to invite you to the Chamber’s next big Business at Breakfast event featuring National Australia Bank’s Chief Economist\, Mr Rob Henderson. Few would disagree that we live in uncertain times with international economic uncertainty an ever day topic of conversation. Locally\, banks are under the spotlight in relation to interest rates and forecasters are keeping a close eye on the decisions of the Reserve Bank. Rob’s presentation is timely and we are anticipating a full-house so please book early. We thank the NAB sincerely for its ongoing support of the Chamber and the wider business community. Regards\, Greg Johnson Presenter:  Rob Henderson - Chief Economist Rob Henderson is Chief Economist for Wholesale Banking\, where he advises the Bank’s dealing rooms and business clients on the economy and financial markets. Representing Wholesale Banking\, Rob also makes regular comments on TV\, radio and the print media on financial and economic issues. Rob has a Masters Degree in Economics from the ANU and has 34 years experience as a professional economist with the Australian Government and the private sector. Towards the end of his time working with the Australian Government\, Rob worked for the Prime Minister’s Department\, providing policy advice to the then Prime Minister\, Bob Hawke. He is the immediate past Chairman and an Honorary Life Member of the Australian Business Economists association. View the flyer. [gravityform id="12" name="Business at Breakfast Booking Form - 22 March"] LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120319T170000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120319T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120227T092751 LAST-MODIFIED:20120227T092907 UID:2484-1332176400-1332183659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - 5 Steps to a Better Business DESCRIPTION:On behalf of ActionCoach and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce and Industry I am delighted to invite you to a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance workshop for Toowoomba and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Presented by Bruce Campbell\, Action Coach Global Coach of the Year. This workshop is a MUST SEE for all business owners. It will provide you with specific\, effective ideas and systems that will MASSIVELY IMPROVE YOUR BUSINESS IMMEDIATELY! Don’t forget you can network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:554 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-5-steps-to-better-business/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120326T174500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120326T204559 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120227T092004 LAST-MODIFIED:20120319T135108 UID:2486-1332783900-1332794759@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - A Low Carbon Future - How businesses can gain from it? DESCRIPTION:We've had approval from AusIndustry to conduct an additional seminar under our Small Business Advisory Service National Disaster Assistance program.  In conjunction with ClimateWorks Australia we will be convening the seminar on Monday 26 March at the showrooms of the Corella Group\, 16 Prescott Street\, Toowoomba.  Corella Group was severely affected by the 10 January 2011 torrent that made its way down Prescott Street. USQ and ClimateWorks Australia are collaborating on some research for the Toowoomba region.  The research will propose a range of low cost emissions reduction opportunities specific to the Toowoomba region\, and will integrate them into an overarching emissions reduction roadmap that can be agreed and understood by the region's businesses\, government organisations and the local community.  The primary aim of this project is to outline how the Toowoomba regiona can reduce its greenhouse gas emissions using technologies available now and without changing the local lifestyle or business mix. We welcome small business owners\, farmers and graziers to this event. Topic Covered: 'A Low Carbon Future - How businesses can gain from it'  Presenters: Anna Skarbek (Executive Director - ClimateWorks Australia)\, Meg Argyriou (Head of Engagement - ClimateWorks Australia)\, Dr Retha Wiesner - USQ)\, Professor Julie Cotter (USQ)\, Don Parry (Queensland Complete Printing Services) The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="18" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking - 26 March"] LOCATION:16 Prescott Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-a-low-carbon-future/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120228T050000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120228T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120216T141025 LAST-MODIFIED:20120220T141133 UID:2557-1330405200-1330459259@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:State Election Candidate's Panel DESCRIPTION:Queensland state elections will be conducted on Saturday\, 24 March 2012. That day voters will elect parliamentary representatives for Toowoomba North\, Toowoomba South and a number of adjacent electorates. The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce and Industry will convene its “State Election Candidate’s Panels” for Toowoomba North and Toowoomba South to enable constituents to hear about the vision candidates have for their electorates. Nominations for the election formally open on Monday\, 20 February 2012 however\, it is known that the Liberal National Party (LNP)\, Australian Labor Party (ALP)\, Queensland Greens (Greens) and Katter’s Australian Party (Australian Party) will field candidates in both electorates. Those candidates are Toowoomba North - Trevor Watts (LNP)\, Kerry Shine (ALP)\, Peter Pyke (Australian Party) and Frida Forsberg (Greens) and Toowoomba South - Sam McFarlane (ALP)\, John McVeigh (LNP)\, David Curless (Australian Party) and Trevor Smith (Greens). The Chamber’s State Election Candidate’s Panels will be held at the Cathedral Centre on Tuesday\, 28 February 2012 commencing at 5.00pm and concluding around 8.00pm. This is a free event but bookings are essential. Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Geoff McDonald said “the Chamber has received advice from the eight candidates listed that they will participate in the Panels.” He added\, “The Toowoomba North Panel will be convened first with each candidate given seven minutes to outline their vision. Audience questions will follow and the process will be repeated for Toowoomba South. A one-hour networking session will follow to allow audience members to meet candidates. Additional candidates are invited to contact Chamber CEO Greg Johnson on mobile 0414 783 343 or by email at greg@toowoombachamber.com.au. [gravityform id="16" name="State Election Candidate's Panels booking form"] LOCATION:123 Neil Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/state-election-candidates-panels/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T173000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T203059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120216T095139 LAST-MODIFIED:20120305T144438 UID:2208-1331227800-1331238659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Highfields DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Highfields and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 & 'Women in Business' Panel - Presenters:  Dr Mary Wagner (Wagners)\, Jenelle Choyce (SQIT)\, Natalie Foster (evolv3) and Heritage Bank's General Manager Marketing Jane Calder will impart their life experiences in commerce\, management and success. This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice\, hear from our panel of well known female panelists and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:O'Brien Road, Highfields, Qld, 4352, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-highfields/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T114500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T140059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120210T105924 LAST-MODIFIED:20120213T094555 UID:2410-1330083900-1330092059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Qld PGA / TCCI Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Queensland PGA and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry Friday\, 24 February represents a unique opportunity for Toowoomba small business owners to learn how they can maximise participation in large events that are brought to the city. The Queensland PGA Championship will be staged at the magnificent City Golf Club and the Chamber has been fortunate to bring together a number of key players and organisers for a special networking luncheon at the Club. During the luncheon attendees will meet the players and learn from organisers how best to access the significant market that is the PGA championship.  Players expected to attend the PGA include Peter O'Malley\, Craig Parry\, Kurt Barnes and Jared Moseley. PGA professionals will be conducting a number of sponsors store visits providing customers of companies supporting the tournament with an opportunity to meet and greet PGA professionals playing in the Championship. If you have an interest in selling products and services to major events this is a must-attend event. Looking forward to seeing you there. Regards\, Greg Johnson\, CEO Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="14" name="Qld PGA / TCCI Annual Luncheon Booking Form"] LOCATION:254 South Street, TOOWOOMBA, QLD, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/qld-pga-tcci-annual-luncheon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T093059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120207T055053 LAST-MODIFIED:20120207T055053 UID:2411-1330074000-1330075859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Workshop - Cloud Computing & Agility DESCRIPTION:On behalf of Downs MicroSystems and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce and Industry I am delighted to invite you to a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance workshop for Toowoomba Regional Council district small businesses directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Downs MicroSystems is celebrating its 30th year this year and to mark the occasion it has convened a free small business workshop\, ‘Cloud Computing and business agility’ at Picnic Point Function Centre\, 9am on Friday 24 February and small business owners\, farmers and graziers\, are cordially invited to attend. ‘Cloud computing’ is described as the delivery of computing as a service rather than a product\, whereby shared resources\, software\, and information are provided to computers and other devices as a metered service over a network cloud (typically the Internet). Downs MicroSystems’ Business Development Manager Ian Hurley and Systems Architect John Henderson will present the workshop. Click here to view the flyer. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-workshop-cloud-computing-agility/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120202T102341 LAST-MODIFIED:20120217T170133 UID:2216-1330065900-1330072259@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast - Digital Economy DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Downs MicroSystems We are privileged to invite you to attend the Friday 24 February 2012 ‘Digital Economy Business at Breakfast’ event at Picnic Point with Darren Rudd. Darren is currently the Advisor\, Government Relations & External Affairs for the National Broadband Network Company (NBNCo) with a focus on Local Government and the Communities across Northern Territory\, Queensland\, New South Wales and the ACT. Toowoomba is in the heart of NBN territory and over the coming months you can expect to see increased activity as the roll-out approaches. This session represents a unique opportunity to get the inside information. Plus our good friends at Downs MicroSystems have added a workshop at the conclusion of the breakfast session\, “Cloud Computing and business agility\,” with their experts Ian Hurley and John Henderson to further prepare you for the technology ahead. When you register make sure you mention that you wish to attend the workshop too! Look forward to seeing you on the 24th. Regards\, Greg Johnson\, CEO greg@toowoombachamber.com.au\, mobile 0414 783 343 Download the flyer [gravityform id="12" name="Business at Breakfast Booking Form - 24 February"] LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-digital-economy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120302T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120302T183059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120131T094524 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T094524 UID:2222-1330708500-1330713059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Dusk DESCRIPTION:Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry member organisations are invited to attend our first FREE MEMBERS ONLY networking drinks function for 2012. Two (2) people from each member organisation and four (4) people from each Gold & Platinum sponsor organisations are welcome to attend as our guests. [gravityform id="8" name="Business at Dusk Booking"] LOCATION:15 Railway Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-dusk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T060000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120131T092549 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T092549 UID:2202-1329976800-1330027259@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Greenmount, Nobby & Cambooya DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend the first free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Greenmount\, Nobby\, Cambooya and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:Ramsay Street, Greenmount, QLD, 4359, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-greenmount-nobby-cambooya/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120210T064500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120210T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120125T034434 LAST-MODIFIED:20120203T114812 UID:2214-1328856300-1328862659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Business at Breakfast - with Toowoomba Regional Council Mayoral Candidates DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry & USQ We have two exciting new developments for the Friday\, 10 February “Mayoral Candidates”’ Business at Breakfast at Picnic Point. Deputy Mayor Paul Antonio has announced his candidacy and has confirmed that he will join his colleagues Mayor Peter Taylor and Councillor Joe Ramia at the Business at Breakfast session\, and popular ABC Southern Queensland morning show host Belinda Sanders has joined the panel of journalists. We are delighted to be able to partner with USQ and its Journalism discipline in this event which sees a panel of journalists putting questions to the three candidates\, under the direction of Master of Ceremonies Andrew Mason. As well as Belinda\, the panellists are former APN News and Media journalist Rebecca Te'o\, and WIN TV journalist Daniel Sercombe. The session begins with a five to seven minute presentation from each candidate who will outline his vision for the Toowoomba Regional Council area for the next four years. Then\, they’ll take questions from the panellists. As well\, attendees will be invited to submit questions on cards provided on entry. Best to book tickets early as this session is likely to be oversubscribed. Looking forward to seeing you on the 10th! Regards\, Greg Johnson CEO greg@toowoombachamber.com.au\, mobile 0414 783 343 Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="6" name="Business at Breakfast Booking Form"] LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/business-at-breakfast-with-toowoomba-regional-council-mayoral-candidates/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120315T073000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120316T140059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T092013 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T125804 UID:2226-1331796600-1331906459@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Energy Summit 2012 DESCRIPTION: The Toowoomba region is rated as the region most likely to outperform all others in the years to come due to its traditional strong agricultural and manufacturing base and its growing reputation as the gateway to the west and the wealth that is energy\, mining and the emerging coal seam gas industry. Agriculture\, energy and mining are the subject of considerable debate and political maneuvering and opinion leaders must take care to ensure that these important areas can co-exist harmoniously. With the emergence of new energy and mining opportunities comes an expanded appetite for labour and the Chamber's desire is that small business and industry maintains its labour force and that regional communities are able to grow and prosper\, thus the theme for this Summit\, 'Regional business and energy - prospering together'. SPEAKERS FOR THE EVENT INCLUDE: Mr Jamie Anderson - Chief Executive Officer\, Mastertek Mr Wayne Bennett - Industry Consultant\, Industry Capability Network Mr Kevin Berg - Gladstone Operations General Manager\, Bechtel Mr John Cotter - Chairman\, Surat Basin CSG Engagement Committee Mr Brendan Davies - Managing Director\, Align-Ment Qld Pty Ltd Ms Jane Holdsworth - Major Developments & Economic Strategy Manager - Western Downs Regional Council Mr Dallas Hunter - Development Manager\, FKG Dr Ken King - Chief Executive Officer\, Gladstone Economic & Industry Development Board Mr Jim Knudsen - Senior Vice President\, QGC Operations Prof. Douglas Macquarie - Dean\, School of Mining\, Harvard University Mr Matthew Martyn-Jones - Director - Queensland\, The Australian Industry Group Professor Clive Palmer - Director\, Mineralogy Pty Ltd & CEO of Resourcehouse Ltd (KEYNOTE SPEAKER at Hutchinson Builders Luncheon on 16th March) Mr David Rynne - Chief Economist\, Queensland Resources Council Mr Trevor Schwenke - Institute Director\, SQIT Mr Alfonso Vega de Seoane Pallares - Abengoa Solar Mr Warren Wilmington - Chief Executive Officer\, Easternwell Click here to download a Registration brochure. [gravityform id="11" name="Energy Summit 2012 Registration"]     LOCATION:100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/energy-summit-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T065911 LAST-MODIFIED:20120319T135148 UID:2211-1332439200-1332446459@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Oakey DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Oakey and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="17" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking - 22 March"] LOCATION:76 Campbell Street, Oakey, Qld, 4401, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-oakey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120301T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120301T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T065339 LAST-MODIFIED:20120122T065339 UID:2205-1330624800-1330632059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Millmerran DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Millmerran and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:Walpole Street, Millmerran, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-millmerran/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120216T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120216T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T064327 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T093835 UID:2198-1329415200-1329422459@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Pittsworth DESCRIPTION:The Pittsworth Alliance and Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend a free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Pittsworth and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:Hume Street, Pittsworth, Qld, 4356, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-pittsworth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120209T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120209T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T041210 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T093530 UID:2194-1328810400-1328817659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Clifton DESCRIPTION:The Clifton Business Owners Group and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend the first free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Clifton and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:Meara Place, Clifton, Qld, 4361, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-clifton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120202T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120202T200059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120122T034628 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T093036 UID:2190-1328205600-1328212859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:SBAS NDA Seminar - Crows Nest DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry invite you to attend the first free Small Business Advisory Services Natural Disasters Assistance (NDA) seminar for Crows Nest and district small businesses\, farmers and graziers directly or indirectly affected by natural disasters since October 2010. Topics Covered: 'Loans and Banking Products' - Presenter: Gerard White - Head of Business Banking\, Heritage Bank 'Business Planning and Advice' - Presenter: Phillip Currey -  Certified Management Consultant & Strategic Marketing Specialist 'Unscrambling Marketing & Advertising' - Presenter: John Fegan - Marketing Guru and Consultant for River 94.9 This is a unique opportunity to access business planning\, banking\, marketing & advertising advice and to network with experts from our generous band of Service Providers as well as other small business owners\, farmers and graziers. The services provided by the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry are funded by the Australian Government. Click here to view the flyer. [gravityform id="7" name="SBAS NDA Seminar Booking"] LOCATION:William Street, Crows Nest, Qld, 4355, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/sbas-nda-seminar-crows-nest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120118T231303 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T171735 UID:2176-1330017300-1330023659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Future Leaders Heritage Bank Mentor Program Launch DESCRIPTION:  Following the success and excellent feedback from last year – the Future Leaders Heritage Bank Mentor Program is back for 2012. With arguably one of the greatest Mentors rugby league has ever seen in Wayne Bennett\, former Clifton Wattles junior and Broncos legend\, Shane Webcke\, will discuss his Mentor relationship throughout his Career with the rugby league supercoach. Sponsored by Heritage Bank\, the event will be held at the Empire Theatre Church Hall\, with canapés served throughout the evening and guests are offered a welcome drink on arrival. This will be an open style question and answer forum. Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce President Geoff McDonald will be asking Shane a number of pre-selected questions and also opening the floor to questions from Future Leader Members. For more information about this year’s Future Leaders Heritage Bank Mentor Program or to register your interest in participation\, please contact Mark Cecil on 07 4639 2588 or email mark@dp.net.au. We look forward to seeing you at the Empire Theatre Church Hall for our February Networking Event – this promises to be a big event so remember to RSVP early as numbers are limited! Online bookings are available below\, or contact the Chamber Office on 07 4637 9276. Download the 2012 Mentor Program Information Pack Download the Mentor Program Registration Form   [gravityform id="13" name="Future Leaders Event Booking Form"] LOCATION:Neil Street, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/future-leaders-mentor-program-launch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120119T171500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120119T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120118T020745 LAST-MODIFIED:20120118T230733 UID:2144-1326993300-1326999659@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Future Leaders - Crime in Toowoomba DESCRIPTION:Welcome back! We're kicking off our networking calendar with some exciting events to get you into the swing of things for 2012. With a vision to help make Queensland a safe and secure place to live\, visit and do business\, Toowoomba’s new top cop\, Superintendent Matthew Vanderbyl\, will discuss the impact of crime in our city.  This is an alcohol-free event hosted at the Toowoomba Police Station\, with entry via Neil Street. 2012 brings more quality networking opportunities\, so if you have any suggestions for upcoming functions\, we'd love to hear from you! We look forward to seeing you at the Toowoomba Police Station for our January Networking Event - remember to RSVP early as numbers are limited! Contact the Chamber Office on 07 4637 9276 to book your place today. LOCATION:Queensland URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/crime-in-toowoomba/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120120T110000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120120T190059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120118T020202 LAST-MODIFIED:20120118T020202 UID:2145-1327057200-1327086059@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:TCCI Corporate Golf Challenge DESCRIPTION:The Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like to thank Sponsors: Toowoomba Regional Enterprise Horizon Accounting Group Southern Cross Ford ANZ Geiger Civil & Electrical LOCATION:254 South Street, TOOWOOMBA, QLD, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/tcci-corporate-golf-challenge/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120124T070000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120124T083059 DTSTAMP:20120519T160256 CREATED:20120117T022717 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T065500 UID:2136-1327388400-1327393859@http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au SUMMARY:Breakfast with Prof. Jan Thomas DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Wagners We are privileged to invite you to attend the “Business at Breakfast” event at Picnic Point with recently appointed USQ Vice-Chancellor Professor Jan Thomas and honoured that Professor Thomas should choose the Chamber for one of her first public events in Toowoomba. Professor Thomas is the first female to be appointed to this prestigious position at USQ and only the ninth female Vice-Chancellor appointed in Australia. Her topic\, “Regional communities\, universities\, you and I: building our nation together” will give you an insight into her academic background and her aspirations for our beloved University and region. Looking forward to seeing you on the 24th. Click here to view invitation flyer and booking form. LOCATION:164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia URL:http://www.toowoombachamber.com.au/event/breakfast-with-prof-jan-thomas/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR