Western Downs Regional Business Summit (WDRBS) 27 May 2026

The Western Downs Regional Business Summit (WDRBS) 2026 is a full‑day business event bringing together regional business owners, leaders, and professionals for a powerful day of insight, inspiration, and connection.

Held on Wednesday 27 May 2026, this flagship Summit is designed to equip you with practical knowledge, future‑focused thinking, and real‑world strategies to help your business adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever‑changing environment.

WDRBS 2026 features a dynamic program of keynote presentations, expert‑led sessions, and hands‑on workshop, all tailored specifically for regional businesses. The day will explore smarter systems, emerging trends, leadership, compliance, and practical ways to turn insight into action — with takeaways you can apply immediately.

A highlight of the program is our keynote session with Tracy, presenting AI & U: Reimagine Business. In this keynote, Tracy will cut through the AI hype to explore the real impact of artificial intelligence on how businesses operate, where it delivers genuine value, and how regional businesses can adopt AI responsibly and with confidence.

Capital Gains Tax General discount, Death Taxes, Investment properties. What is going on? – Matthew Burke
There is a lot of noise about tax changes leading up to the May 2026 budget. Matthew will unpack the latest tax updates and compliance considerations, focusing on what business owners need to know now and how these changes may impact planning, cash flow, and decision‑making over the year ahead. This session cuts through the complexity to deliver clear, practical insights without the jargon.

Be Ready for Payday Super: The 5 Practical steps for your Business – Priscilla Bramley
With Payday Super changes coming into effect from July 2026, Priscilla will walk through what’s changing, what it means for employers, and how to prepare. This practical session will help business owners understand the impact on payroll processes, cash flow, and compliance — and what steps to take now to be ready.

Turning Workplace Obligations into Smarter Business Systems – Tony Perkins
Tony Perkins will deliver a practical HR update focused on managing people in a changing workplace. This session will explore current HR challenges, key compliance considerations, and strategies for building stronger, more effective teams while supporting business performance.

Interest Rates: What It Means for Your Business – NAB
This session will explore the current interest rate environment and what it means for businesses across the region. NAB will provide insights into economic conditions, lending considerations, and how changing rates can impact cash flow, borrowing, and future planning.

AI & U: Reimagine Business Workshop – Tracy Sheen
Following her keynote, Tracy will lead an interactive AI workshop designed to help business owners move beyond experimentation and into confident, practical use of artificial intelligence. Using real‑world examples, this hands‑on session will show how AI can save time, improve workflows, and support smarter decision‑making — while protecting privacy, trust, and compliance.

Your ticket includes:

• Access to a full‑day event with expert speakers and sessions not often seen in Chinchilla
• Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon nibbles — your morning coffee is on us
• Drinks during afternoon networking to keep the conversations flowing
• Valuable networking opportunities with other local business people
• Actionable takeaways you can apply immediately to improve your business and personal effectiveness

CCCI Members and clients of EnVision Partners are also elgibile for a discount. Contact us at [email protected] for your discount code!

Website: www.wdrbs.com.au

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chinchilla RSL Memorial Club, 61 Heeney Street, Chinchilla, Australia

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