BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Greenlife Industry Qld - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Greenlife Industry Qld X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Greenlife Industry Qld REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261008T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261008T110000 DTSTAMP:20260907T000634Z CREATED:20260907T000336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T000634Z UID:16981-1791450000-1791457200@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Fire Ant Ready Workshop: Preparing Your Business for Fire Ant Risks DESCRIPTION:What to Expect: \nThe Fire Ant Ready Workshop is a practical industry session designed to help nursery and greenlife businesses understand the risks posed by fire ants and prepare for potential movement restrictions. \nHear the latest updates from the National Fire Ant Eradication Program and learn practical steps your business can take to strengthen monitoring\, staff awareness\, record keeping\, supplier management and business continuity. \nAttendees will leave with practical tools\, useful resources and a clear pathway towards becoming Fire Ant Ready. \nEvent Details: \nThursday\, 8 October 2026 \n9:00am – 11:00am \nSamford Community Hub\, Samford \nRegister now to secure your place and get your business Fire Ant Ready. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/fire-ant-ready-workshop-preparing-your-business-for-fire-ant-risks-2/ LOCATION:Samford Community Hub\, Samford Parklands\, 2204 Mount Samson Rd\,\, Samford Valley\, QLD\, 4520\, Australia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20260715T231337Z CREATED:20260715T231337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T231337Z UID:16540-1791504000-1791590399@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Operate and Maintain Chainsaw Workshop – Logan Village DESCRIPTION:Build your chainsaw operation skills in a safe and compliant environment with the nationally recognised AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaw course. \nThis practical course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to safely operate and maintain a handheld chainsaw for cross-cutting fallen timber. \nBefore attending the workshop\, participants are required to complete approximately 2–4 hours of online reading and theory activities. \nWhether you’re looking to upskill for your current role or gain qualifications for employment\, this course is an excellent starting point. \nCost: $500 per participant \nPlaces are limited. Book now or contact support@qsbc.edu.au for more information. URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/operate-and-maintain-chainsaw-workshop-logan-village-3/ LOCATION:Logan Village\, QLD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261014 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261015 DTSTAMP:20260715T230935Z CREATED:20260715T230935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T230935Z UID:16530-1791936000-1792022399@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Chemical Skill Set Workshop – Beerwah DESCRIPTION:Gain the skills and knowledge required to safely transport\, store and apply agricultural chemicals with our nationally recognised Chemical Skill Set Workshop. \nThis course includes the two essential units of competency: \n\nAHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pests\, weeds and diseases\nAHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals\n\nThese units are required by the Queensland Government to apply for a Commercial Operator’s Licence. \nTraining provides practical\, real-world experience covering: \n\nHazard and risk management\nSafe chemical storage\nChemical application techniques\nSpray planning\nIntegrating chemical use into the workplace\n\nThis workshop is delivered in person at Beerwah. If you have a minimum of two participants\, workplace training and assessment may also be available. \nCost: $600 per participant ($450 for Greenlife Members) \nPlaces are limited. Book now or contact support@qsbc.edu.au for more information. URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/chemical-skill-set-workshop-beerwah/ LOCATION:Beerwah\, QLD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261014T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261014T100000 DTSTAMP:20260727T043112Z CREATED:20251128T033308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T043112Z UID:12958-1791963000-1791972000@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Toowoomba Trade Day DESCRIPTION:Discover the freshest greenlife and essential horticultural supplies from leading growers and suppliers across South East Queensland. A trade-only event designed for industry buyers. Registration starts at 7:00am. Buying starts from 7:30am.  URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/toowoomba-trade-day-10-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Toowoomba-Trade-Day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261017T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261017T153000 DTSTAMP:20260901T030704Z CREATED:20260810T000247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T030704Z UID:16727-1792225800-1792251000@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Greenlife Plant Fair - 17 October 2026 DESCRIPTION:Part of the Greenlife Industry Plant Fair series. View all 2026 Plant Fair dates. URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/greenlife-plant-fair-17-october-2026/ LOCATION:Morayfield Sports and Event Centre\, 298 Morayfield Road\,\, Morayfield\, QLD\, 4506\, Australia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261021T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260828T011736Z CREATED:20260828T011639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T011736Z UID:16825-1792605600-1792612800@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:Fire Ant Ready Workshop: Preparing Your Business for Fire Ant Risks DESCRIPTION:What to Expect: \nThe Fire Ant Ready Workshop is a practical industry session designed to help nursery and greenlife businesses understand the risks posed by fire ants and prepare for potential movement restrictions. \nHear the latest updates from the National Fire Ant Eradication Program and learn practical steps your business can take to strengthen monitoring\, staff awareness\, record keeping\, supplier management and business continuity. \nAttendees will leave with practical tools\, useful resources and a clear pathway towards becoming Fire Ant Ready. \nEvent Details: \nWednesday\, 21 October 2026 \n6:00pm – 8:00pm \nToowoomba Library Community Rooms – Multipurpose Room \n  \nRegister now to secure your place and get your business Fire Ant Ready. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/fire-ant-ready-workshop-preparing-your-business-for-fire-ant-risks/ LOCATION:Toowoomba City Library\, 155 Herries St\, Toowoomba City\, QLD\, 4350\, Australia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261023T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261023T170000 DTSTAMP:20260904T035851Z CREATED:20260904T035521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T035851Z UID:16971-1792774800-1792774800@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:North Brisbane Branch Social DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next North Brisbane Branch event\, hosted by Branch Convenor Nicolas Phillips and proudly sponsored by Quality Plastic Products. \nCome along to Scarborough Harbour Brewing Co. on Friday\, 23 October for an evening of great food\, drinks and conversation with fellow nursery and greenlife industry professionals. \nColin from GIQ will also be joining us to share a brief industry update and hear directly from members. \nWhether you’re a familiar face or haven’t joined us for a Branch event before\, we’d love to have you there. \nMembers and non-members are welcome. \nBOOK NOW \n  URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/north-brisbane-branch-social/ LOCATION:Scarborough Harbour Brewing Co\, Bird O'Passage Pde\,\, Brisbane\, QLD\, Australia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261027T163000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261027T183000 DTSTAMP:20260909T011631Z CREATED:20260909T011631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T011631Z UID:17065-1793118600-1793125800@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au SUMMARY:FBRP Finance Training: Understanding Production Costs - Pricing Your Plants for Profit DESCRIPTION:FBRP Finance Training: Understanding Production Costs – Pricing Your Plants for Profit is a practical\, confidence-building webinar designed to help nursery owners and managers better understand the true cost of producing their plants and make more informed pricing decisions. \nLed by Jodie Knowlton from BDO\, this session focuses on breaking down production costs\, understanding the factors that influence profitability and using this information to confidently price your products. The webinar will help take some of the uncertainty out of the numbers and provide practical financial knowledge that can be applied directly within your business. \nWith 25 years’ experience as a business advisory\, taxation and accounting professional — and a strong background in food and agriculture — Jodie brings both technical expertise and a genuine understanding of the realities of nursery and family-run businesses. \nParticipants will gain clearer insight into: \n\nUnderstanding the true cost of producing plants\nIdentifying and accounting for direct and indirect production costs\nUnderstanding how costs impact pricing and profit margins\nRecognising where rising business costs may be affecting profitability\nMaking more informed and confident pricing decisions\nUsing production cost information to support stronger business planning and profitability\n\nWhether you already have a costing system in place or are unsure where to begin\, join us online an URL:https://greenlifeindustryqld.org.au/event/fbrp-finance-training-understanding-production-costs-pricing-your-plants-for-profit/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR