As industries evolve and workforce demands shift, understanding the expectations of the next generation is essential for employers seeking to attract, retain, and develop future talent.
The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s next event – 7:30am Thursday 5 June at Wilmar Sugar and Renewables, Proserpine Mill – will explore what today’s apprentices, trainees, and early career professionals value most in a workplace; from culture and leadership to flexibility, purpose, and career progression.
Attendees will hear directly from local apprentices and trainees from Wilmar, Filby’s Motors, and Proserpine State High School – as well as key insights from the Regional Jobs Committee – who will share real-world insights and lived experiences, gain practical tips for fostering supportive and engaging work environments, and consider how to future-proof their workforce strategies in a competitive labour market.
This event is all about hearing from the next generation — young workers, apprentices, trainees, and early career professionals — who will talk honestly about what matters most to them.
Local speakers will share with attendees:
- What makes a job worth showing up for?
- What do young people want from their bosses and workplaces?
- How important are things like flexibility, respect, support, and career growth?
- What’s missing — and what needs to change?
- What does it mean to you to work for a local business?
The Chamber is proud to partner with Wilmar Sugar and Renewables for this event, an active member of Chamber and the region’s business community.
The event will also include an update on Chamber advocacy activity and business community engagement.
Registrations now open
Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members: Two free tickets, no code required.
Discounted tickets ($18.75) for members of our Association Partners:
- Bowen Chamber of Commerce
- Bowen Collinsville Enterprise
- Bowen Gumlu Growers Association
- Bowen Tourism & Business
- Isaac Business Chamber
- Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce
- Townsville Chamber of Commerce
- Whitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association
- Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre
Non-member ticket: $25
Event details
- What: Chamber event at Wilmar Proserpine
- When: 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 5 June 2025
- Where: Proserpine Mill Social Club (opposite Whitsunday Nissan), 3 Mill Street, Proserpine
- Registration: FREE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners, and $25 Non-members. Includes light refreshments and free coffees courtesy of McMoon Coffee Van. Registrations now open.
Thanks!
Our thanks to Chamber member Wilmar Sugar and Renewables for their support of this event.
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.