Latest CQEXPO Event News

Hutchinson Builders announced as Gold Event Sponsor

Hutchinson Builders is one of Australia’s largest privately-owned building and construction companies. Established in 1912 their heritage has been forged by a century of service to the construction industry and is testament to the company’s commitment, expertise and integrity in all that they do. Hutchinson Builders’ turnover for FY2012 is expected to exceed $1B and employ more than 1000 staff, with projects as diverse in purpose as they are in location. Projects undertaken by the company include commercial and residential high-rise, mining and resources industry infrastructure projects, industrial, sporting, health, government, retail, education, hotel and club, tourism, civil works and modular construction, particularly student and resource sectors accommodation.

Wesfarmers Curragh announced as Silver Event Sponsor

Curragh Mine is operated by Wesfarmers Curragh Pty Ltd and covers an area of approximately 12,600 hectares in the coal-rich Bowen Basin of Central Queensland,  14 kilometres north-west of Blackwater and approximately 200 kilometres west of Rockhampton. One of Australia’s largest independent coal producers, Curragh currently produces 6.5 million tonnes of export coal and 2.5 million tonnes of domestic coal per year. Open cut reserves at Curragh allow production levels to be maintained to at least 2025, sustaining an efficient mining operation whilst providing a reliable supply for customers and an acceptable return on our shareholders’ investments.

Temperzone announced as Silver Event Sponsor

Temperzone is the exclusive distributor of Hitachi Air Conditioning products in Australia. The combination of the Temperzone and Hitachi product ranges in both the domestic and commercial markets has produced the most comprehensive range of airconditioning products in Australia. Temperzone is the leading commercial airconditioning manufacturer for the Australian and New Zealand markets and also exports into Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and China. Temperzone has been manufacturing air conditioning equipment for over 50 years. In fact as many of its competitors moved their manufacturing offshore, Temperzone has increased the size and capacity of its Australian and New Zealand factories. Hitachi is one of the largest Japanese air conditioning manufacturers. It is also a manufacturer of heavy engineering equipment, transportations systems, electronics, power tools and consumer appliances.

Adecco announced as Silver Event Sponsor

The Adecco Group is the world's leading provider of HR solutions. They deliver recruitment and career services to organisations and individuals across the employment lifecycle. In Australia, Adecco has over 50 years industry experience. Each day they place 8,000 temporary employees with more than approximately 3,000 clients throughout Australia. Services include temporary staffing, permanent placement, outsourcing, consulting and outplacement. Adecco's Specialty Divisions deliver for Office, Government, Contact Centre, Industrial, Trades and Transport and Logistics. Their expert brands cover Information Technology, Telecommunications, Finance, Legal, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Facilities Management and Construction industries.

MyCareer RECRUITMENT PAVILION ANNOUNCED AT CQEXPO

Australian Events in conjunction with APN and the Rockhampton Morning Bulletin are excited to announce the MyCareer Recruitment Pavilion at the Central Queensland Transport, Trades and Mining Expo.

The MyCareer Recruitment Pavilion will consist of 28 different companies and act as a one stop shop for delegates to gather information on the recruitment and training opportunities within the rapidly expanding mining and energy sectors.

The MyCareer Recruitment Pavilion is a central hub bringing together key employers in the transport, trades and mining industries with active candidates interested in entering, up-skilling, or advancing their careers in the industry. The pavilion will offer an interactive experience for both employers and delegates looking to network, discover opportunities and speak with recruitment specialists in the Central Queensland marketplace along with featured guest speakers and promotional giveaways.

If you are interested in being a part of the MyCareer Recruitment Pavilion and tapping into the thousands of delegates at the expo interested in working for your company please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

Adept Civil announced as event Silver Sponsor

Adept Civil are a dynamic integrated services facilitator providing comprehensive solutions in the infrastructure, resources and construction sectors.  Their service division include rail services, labour solutions, plant hire, security and safe working personnel, civil works, civil landscapes and facilitates management.  For more information on Adept Civil visit www.adeptcivil.com.au.

Central Apartments & Hotels announced as Silver Sponsor

Central Group are one of Australia’s leading short and long-term accommodation providers and event specialists. The Central Group provides accommodation and meeting solutions for some of Australia’s leading corporate and government entities.  Corporate negotiated rates provide an abundance of benefits including complimentary car parking in all Brisbane Apartment Hotels.  Surrounding Brisbane’s CBD Central Apartments Hotels and Venues is the natural choice for your business travel and conferencing.

Harvard Wealth announced as event Silver Sponsor

Australian Events are pleased to announce Harvard Wealth as a Silver Sponsor of the 2012 Central Queensland Transport Trades and Mining Expo.

Established in October 2008 by Chester Macdonald, Harvard Wealth aims to provide knowledge and direction to there clients. 

As the most important component of Harvard Wealths business, the client is assured that Harvard Wealth are working for their benefit, to ensure that the clients goals and expectations are met.

2012 CQEXPO Launched at Rockhampton Showgrounds

The 2012 Central Queensland Transport Trades and Mining Expo was officially launched at the Rockhampton Showgrounds on Tuesday 26th July to over 50 local and national company representitives and executives.

The launch was officially opened by Peter Lynch from Regional Business Queensland, who went on to introduce Australian Events Director, Bob Carroll.

Mr Carroll spoke of the recent success of the 2011 Surat Basin Energy and Mining Expo, which among many other benefits, produced over $57M in sales for exhibitors. This event was also run by Australian Events, and will become an annual event that will cross pollinate with the Central Queensland Transport, Trades and Mining Expo (CQEXPO).

Australian Events Marketing Manager, Paul Niehus addressed the crowds speaking of the Rockhampton region and the benefits the event would bring to participating business. Mr Niehus also confirmed the events media partners, including APN, ONE HD and Newmediaworx, and gave an outline of the extensive marketing strategy that will be implemented to promote the event.

Companies in attendance received priority viewing of the event layout, with many confirming participation on the night.