Greater Whitsunday Innovation

04/06/2026

Celebrating One Year of Greater Whitsunday Innovation with B2B Brews 🎉

Flashback to a year ago, when Split Spaces became GWI.
We loved hosting the Mackay Region Chamber B2B Brews at GWI, thanks to the Mackay Regional Council, celebrating one year since our rebrand and welcoming an amazing mix of familiar and new faces into the space.
The support shown at this event speaks volumes about the strong connections, collaboration and relationships that make our business community so special.

The anniversary this year provides a chance to reflect about how the new branding increases clarity around our commitment to the Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac region’s innovators and small businesses.

To everyone who’s been part of this journey thank you for showing up and sharing your ideas.

Here’s to year one of GWI! ✨

Proudly sponsored by:
Mackay Regional Council
Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Cullen

04/06/2026

Thank you Mackay Isaac Tourism for putting on a beautiful evening where we got to listen to Greg and Jeff take us on a journey to the Magic of Disney, landing at the MECC this December.

We cannot wait to see what amazing offerings that the Tourism operators of Mackay will have in store for us, and to see our wonderful region come alive with the enchantment and wonder that is everything Disney.

Always great to see new and friendly faces at events such as these.

Thank you to the Mantra Mackay for a stunning venue, delicious food and really amazing staff.



Mackay Regional Council

04/06/2026

Coffee catch-ups with Mackay Professionals YP - Young Professionals Mackay

This morning the Greater Whitsunday Innovation crew linked up with the amazing humans from YP Young Professionals for coffee vibes and good chats.
Big love to YAW for hosting and the legends at Trantech for sponsoring.

Friendly faces, great coffee, and community connections - honestly the best way to start the day.
Coffee catch-ups with Mackay Professionals were today.linked up with the amazing humans from YP Young Professionals for coffee vibes and good chats.

02/06/2026

It was great to have so many of you in the room at Tech Verge.

Mayor Greg Williamson welcomed us to the room with these inspiring words...

Watch this space over the next few weeks for highlight posts, sponsor shoutouts and networking updates.

Who already has Tech Verge 2027 in their sights?


Mackay Regional Council
Local Buying Foundation
Queensland Government
Real Bytes

30/05/2026

26/05/2026

Local Buying Foundation
It’s exciting to see Marabisda Inc now leading delivery and continuing to impact independently.

During National Reconciliation Week, we reflect on the importance of creating meaningful pathways and long term opportunities for Indigenous businesses.

Learn more about the achievements and next chapter here:
👉 bit.ly/42V95QK

"From practical training to real opportunities, Indigenous businesses are better equipped to engage with industry and grow sustainable businesses."

26/05/2026

What your Dad thinks when you say 'I'm going to Tech Verge'

It's North Queensland's regional innovation summit. But, not in a field!
28th-29th it's at Ocean International Mackay.

Tickets closing soon:
techverge.live

Ocean International
Mackay Regional Council
Local Buying Foundation
Quantum Australia

📸 Video by Social Media Partner at Tech Verge — EMME Influence

21/05/2026

Come on down to the Biggest Morning Tea Cancer Council fundraiser thanks to CQUniversity city campus.

Thank you to Cynthia and the team for putting together another beautiful morning tea.

See you there!
Zoe Knight