@{site-date-dd} @{site-date-month} 2019 
Dear @{aspediacrm-person-firstname}
This month we welcomed 16 Texans from Weatherford in the USA who came to visit our region. They were eager to form partnerships and use the Toowoomba and Surat Basin region as an example of a successful economic development to model back home.…and we made some new friends along the way!
The state of the region was discussed at our sold out Enterprise Evening in February with an impressive panel presenting on their vision of the future for their industry.
We have our next Enterprise Evening in Roma on 14 March so this will be a great chance to see what is happening in the Maranoa region.
This month also saw 24 teams tee off for our annual TSBE Surat Basin Industry Classic at the Dalby Golf Course. A great day was had by everyone and it was good to see the Black Toyota team take out the trophy once again, this time on their home soil.
In partnership with the Western Downs Regional Council we released the Development Status Report that identifies over $7 billion of investment in development projects in the Western Downs region.
We are looking forward to the Intensive Animal Industry Conference on 7 March in Dalby. It will bring together the beef, pork, poultry and dairy industries to discuss ideas, network and learn how to make our region's Intensive Animals Industry even more successful.
Ali Davenport, CEO 
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Welcome Baby Burrell We are glad to welcome our newest team member -George Edward Rex Burrell! Congratulations to Stacey and her husband Jon on the arrival of their beautiful baby boy! 
February Enterprise Evening Success
We had over 260 attendees at our ‘State of the Region’ February Enterprise Evening to hear from industry leaders as they discussed opportunities for 2019. This evening featured presentations and discussions from panellists: Grant Statton, CEO – Digital Innovation and Energy of FKG Group, Professor Geraldine Mackenzie - Vice Chancellor of University of Southern Queensland, Dr Peter Gillies, Chief Executive of Darling Downs Health and Shane Charles, GM – Strategy and Development of Wagners. Thank you to our sponsors Dial Before You Dig.View the images of the event here. TSBE Energy and Infrastructure
February has seen announcements for contracts in CSG and renewables, road upgrades and local infrastructure projects which are keeping bidding teams busy. Now is a perfect time to look at your marketing budget and reach out to see if your TSBE membership can help with exposure to these projects. 
Roma Enterprise Evening - 14 March
Our Roma events provide a great opportunity to build your regional networks, and hear from a great lineup of speakers including Santos Executive Vice President Onshore Upstream, David Banks.
There will also be a construction update on the Roma hospital redevelopment from principle contractor Watpac's Project Manager, as well as an update from Senex on their projects in the region. 
WD Development Status Report
TSBE partnered with Western Downs Regional Council to produce the Western Downs Development Status Report.
This report identified over $7 billion of investment in development projects in the Western Downs region as of January 2019.
Please contact the team for a hard copy of the report. Northern Territory Energy
Ali Davenport recently presented a case study on how the gas industry has delivered significant benefits to local communities and businesses at the Energy Club NT's Back to Business industry in Darwin.
If you are looking to expand your business opportunities into the Northern Territory please get in touch with our team to learn more about potential projects and JV opportunities. TSBE Exchange
TSBE is helping to ensure that the region is Rail Ready by building a regional rail capability profile.
If you have an interest in expressing your company capability in rail projects please visit the TSBE Exchange website and register your interest:
TSBE Exchange - Regional Rail Capability Assessments project. 
Surat Basin Industry Classic
A fantastic golf day was had by all at our Surat Basin Industry Classic!
Well done to all our players on the day - especially Black Toyota who took out the trophy! Thank you to our major sponsor Wasco and also our other sponsors including Toyota Material Handling, Jim's Skip Bins, Retracom Hire, Black Toyota, Heritage Bank, Dial Before You Dig, Joe Wagner Group, PAStech, Qteq, Harvey Norman Commercial Toowoomba, J&P Richardson, MinStaff Survey and Six Wheeler Conversions. TSBE Food Leaders Australia 
First Meat Up for 2019
The first Meat Up for 2019 was held at Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel on 27 February.
This Meat Up provided attendees the chance to catch up with the wider FLA community in a casual environment. The next FLA event after the Intensive Animal Industry conference will be on 2 April in Roma. 
Agriculture Centre for Excellence
Nine Food and Ag Industry leaders met with senior representatives from TAFE Queensland recently to start engagement regarding the set up an Agricultural Centre for Excellence in the region.
To read more on the agricultural centre, click here.
Intensive Animal Industry Conference - 7 March 2019
Back for its second year, the Intensive Animal Industry Conference is being held at the Dalby Events Centre on 7 March 2019.
The Intensive Ag sector thrives on the Western Downs because our region has everything needed for its success: sun, water, space, labour and capacity for construction. The conference is set to bring together the four industries of beef, pork, poultry and dairy to discuss ideas, network and learn how to make our region's Intensive Animals Industry even more successful.
Topics highlighted in the extensive conference program include making investment easier, updated growth stories, social license and making innovation accessible. There will be panel discussions and speakers from the USQ, AgLive, Mort & Co, Sunpork and Premise. TSBE Health Regional Medical Specialists Association (RMSA) National Conference 
WorkCover Premiums Reduction
We can connect your business to help with the management of injury and risk management strategies. If you have any questions please contact Jaden Frame – TSBE Health General Manager. Workplace Wellness Coordinator Group
TSBE Health has pulled together a number of Workplace Wellness Coordinators from our membership base.
We are working with these coordinators to develop a Regional Workplace Wellness Strategy and Regional Wellness Calendar.
By working together we can share resources, find efficiencies and produce better program outcomes.
If your Workplace Wellness Coordinator would like to be involved please contact Jaden Frame – TSBE Health General Manager Member News
The Chef's Table - Spend an afternoon under a canopy of trees and enjoy a five-course gourmet luncheon designed and presented by celebrity chef, author and television presenter Ben O'Donoghue on 3 May during Big Skies 2019. Find out more here.
The 2019 Queensland Women in Business Summit is taking place on the Gold Coast on 7 & 8 March 2019 - Highlife Magazine has announced they wish to provide 20 Darling Downs business, education and community sector women with the opportunity to attend. Click here for more information.
Vision Exercise Physiology Corporate Challenge - Vision Exercise Physiology are hosting their 2019 Corporate Challenge, find out more here.
LifeFlight Ball Sponsorship - This year will be the biggest and most notable gala ball yet, as LifeFlight celebrates 40 years of saving
Harvey Norman Commercial - Get more from your budget thanks to Harvey Norman by contacting them to find out about your exclusive TSBE Member Platinum Card for use at Harvey Norman Commercial Toowoomba. The team at Harvey Norman will ensure you receive personalised service from the initial quote through to product delivery and ensure quality after sales service. 
Upcoming Events
March 7 - Intensive Animal Industry Conference
April 4 - Enterprise Evening at Parliament House 
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