DRIVING GROWTH AND EMPOWERING BUSINESS
Business Excellence
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Central Highlands Business Excellence Awards.
This is your opportunity to showcase your business, gain recognition and drive future success.
Complete the online nomination form by 30 March and we’ll then be in touch to explain the next step of the entry process.
About Us
Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) is the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands in Queensland, Australia.
We’re a not-for-profit organisation that advocates for a sustainable region and economic growth by:
- Enhancing our workforce
- Promoting our region
- Supporting our businesses
Spanning almost 60,000km2, the Central Highlands is situated at the heart of Australia’s thriving resource and agricultural sectors.
Upcoming Events
EMERALD CAREERS EXPO
CREATING CONTENT FOR SOCIAL MEDIA – EMERALD
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2025 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS
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TENDERING: TOP 10 TIPS – WEBINAR
Helping businesses stand out and increase your chances of tendering success.
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Meet Microsoft 365 – WEBINAR
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TOURISM INDUSTRY UPDATE – MARCH
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Council Procurement Drop-In Sessions for Suppliers
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How to use AI to Transform Your Social Media Marketing – WEBINAR
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Collaboration is what makes CHDC’s projects and events possible. We thank our Partners for their generous support!
