Events

We are proud to offer technology and cybersecurity focused events in Central Western NSW that are designed to educate and upskill local businesses.

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Cyber Sips and Security Tips: Automate your everyday

Looking to make your business processes more efficient?

At this month’s Cyber Sips and Security Tips, we’ll be doing something a little bit different. Our Service Delivery Manager, Michael Carlisle, will be taking centre stage for a practical session on how simple digital tools can save you hours every week.

At this event, we’ll show how you can automate tasks like staff paperwork, approvals and site checks. You’ll get to see how local businesses are already using these tools to:

Keep track of staff or contractor certifications and qualifications
Do quick site audits or safety inspections (and snap photos as you go)
Make leave requests easy to submit and approve
Smooth out new staff onboarding with checklists and training reminders
Keep task lists up to date so everyone knows what needs doing
Get feedback from clients and staff with short digital surveys
Track timesheets or build a simple directory of contacts

It’s all about working smarter, not harder. You’ll walk away with practical ideas to save time, reduce paperwork, and make day-to-day tasks smoother for your team.

Dubbo

12pm
16th April 2026
The Commercial Hotel, 161 Brisbane Street, Dubbo

Demystify Microsoft Copilot with our AI Peer Group

Is Copilot a helpful tool or a bit of a puzzle? Skip the lengthy manuals and join our new local peer group!

Starting February 2026, we’re bringing together business professionals in Orange every two months to explore how to make the most of AI tools like Copilot. It’s completely free and far from a traditional training session.

This is a chance to connect, share real-world experiences, and collaborate on practical ways to use Copilot effectively. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, your insights are welcome.

Q1 2026 (date TBD)
Orange

AI for everyday work: A Copilot workshop

Ready to turn AI into your new work bestie? Join our hands-on Microsoft Copilot seminar designed specifically for local business teams like yours! We’re skipping the head-scratching tech talk for a fun, practical morning focused on making your workday easier.

You’ll get the lowdown on AI, find out how to use it without any sketchy data business, and dive into a practical workshop to connect Copilot directly to your daily tasks.

Thursday, May 28th
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Hive Orange, 25-27 McNamara St, Orange NSW 2800
$100

Bring your laptop and your paid Copilot license!

Cyber Sips and Security Tips: Yours, mine, ours: Supply chain liability for SME’s

Running a business today means keeping an eye not just on your own operations, but on every link in your supply chain. But what happens when someone else’s mistake becomes your problem?

Join us for an open, practical session on supply chain liability where you’ll discover exactly how these issues impact your business, learn where your responsibilities start and stop, and get concrete steps to reduce your risk.

This event is designed especially for small and medium businesses in our region. You’ll gain practical tips from insurance and business experts, hear real-world examples, and walk away with clear actions to strengthen your contracts and compliance—all aimed at reducing your business’s exposure to liability.

Whether you’re sourcing locally or globally, this session will give you a clear understanding of your obligations under Australian law. You’ll be empowered to make smarter, safer decisions that protect your business from supply chain risks.

Come along, ask questions, and leave feeling confident about managing your part of the chain.