A free, all ages community expo connecting the Isaac Region with study, training, industry and community support. Meet universities, training providers, employers and local services in one place, on one day.
Bringing degrees closer to regional, rural and remote Australia.
Prizes to be won at the Careers, Courses & Connections Expo
Door prizes: we’ll be giving out random door prizes throughout the day, so keep an eye out as you explore.
Raffles: our major prize is a brand new laptop, plus more prizes donated by our stallholders. To go in the draw, complete our 1 minute survey at the expo. Raffles will be drawn at 6:30pm.
Free entry, all ages welcome. Tuesday 13 October, 11am to 7pm, Isaac Event Centre, Moranbah.
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About the expo
The Careers, Courses & Connections Expo is a free community event hosted by CUC Isaac at the Isaac Event Centre in Moranbah. It brings universities and training providers, local industry and employers, and community support services together in one place, on one day.
It is built on a simple idea: study no longer follows one traditional path, and it is never too late to restart, retrain or reimagine your career. Whether you are finishing school, changing direction or returning to study after years away, there is something here for you.
In the Isaac Region, no one does this alone. Studying is rarely as simple as enrolling in a course. Childcare, mental health support, financial guidance and a strong sense of community all help people succeed, which is why support services are as much a part of the expo as universities and employers.
Who is the expo for?
All members of the community, no matter your age, stage in your career, or education experience, this expo is for you!
Who you can meet
- Universities and training providers
- Employers offering apprenticeships, traineeships and careers
- Community and wellbeing support services
- Local businesses and organisations from across the Isaac Region
What’s on
The expo floor
Meet universities and training providers, employers and community support services face to face, and ask the questions you have been meaning to ask.
Two panel discussions
Your Journey, Your Success at 12pm, then a second panel at 5pm. Real people share how they studied and changed direction, and what success looks like to them.
Breakout sessions
Short, free sessions in our breakout rooms, from what studying really looks like to career pathways in nursing, agriculture and resources.
VR career experiences
Step inside real workplaces with virtual reality headsets and explore careers hands on.
Raffle draw at 6:30pm
Random door prizes are given out throughout the day, then stay on for our raffle draw. Complete our 1 minute survey to go in the draw for a brand new laptop and prizes donated by our stallholders.
Program for the day
Tuesday 13 October 2026, Isaac Event Centre, Moranbah.
- 11:00amDoors open, the expo floor is open and the official welcome
- 11:30amFree breakout sessions begin in our two breakout rooms, running until 5:00pm
- 12:00pmPanel discussion: Your Journey, Your Success
- 5:00pmSecond panel discussion
- 6:30pmRaffle draw
- 7:00pmEvent close
The program is subject to change. Check back here or follow our Facebook event for updates.
Breakout sessions
Free breakout sessions of around 30 minutes run from 11:30am to 5:00pm in our two breakout rooms, Meeting Room Two and Meeting Room Three. The rooms are small, so arrive a few minutes early to secure a seat.
The schedule is subject to change, and more sessions may be added. Check back here or follow our Facebook event for updates.
Who’s attending
More than 35 stallholders are confirmed so far, with more joining each week. Here is who you can meet on the day.
Universities and training providers
- CQUniversity Australia
- James Cook University
- JCU Northern Queensland Regional Training Hubs
- Queensland University of Technology
- University of Southern Queensland
- Power Learning
- Civil Safety Moranbah
- MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees
- MAS National and MRAEL
Industry and employers
- Anglo American
- Stanmore Resources
- Whitehaven Coal
- Peabody
- BHP BMA
- Iberdrola Australia (joining remotely)
- Energy Queensland
- Queensland Mines Rescue Service
- Signature Onfarm
- Central Highlands Regional Resources Use Planning
- Construct Health Physiotherapy
- Mackay Hospital and Health Service
- Barista Cliffe
- Titan IND
- Career Navigator Pathways with Sharon Jansen
- Moranbah Veterinary Clinic
- Clermont Veterinary Surgery
Community and support services
- Selectability
- Wellways
- QLD Health (TRACC)
- Resources Centre of Excellence (RCOE)
- Smart Transformation
- Isaac Regional Council
- Family Day Care Australia
- Feros Care
- nbn
- Childcare, including Moranbah Early Learning Centre, Childcare Leadership Alliance, Simply Sunshine and C&K Moranbah Community Kindergarten
Information on display: Gryphon Psychology and Ember & Oak Social Work are not attending in person, but will have resources available at the expo.
Would your organisation like a stall?
Our sponsors
The inaugural Careers, Courses & Connections Expo is free for the community because of the generosity of our sponsors. Thank you to every business and organisation backing this event.
Platinum Founding Sponsors
Platinum Founding Sponsor
Anglo American
With local mining operations in Moranbah, Anglo American offers pathways from school based traineeships and apprenticeships to new to industry roles and careers across mining.
Platinum Founding Sponsor
Stanmore Resources
Apprenticeships, traineeships and career pathways in the resources sector, right here in the Isaac Region.
Platinum Founding Sponsor
Whitehaven Coal
Career pathways spanning mining operations, trades, engineering and business, including apprenticeships, traineeships, graduate programs and vacation opportunities.
Gold Founding Sponsors
Gold Founding Sponsor
Peabody
A major resources employer offering apprenticeships, traineeships and operational career pathways across the Bowen Basin.
Gold Founding Sponsor
Iberdrola Australia
A renewable energy company supporting local study and career pathways into the energy sector.
Gold Founding Sponsor
Huaxin Energy (Aust) Pty Ltd
Moorlands Mine, establishing operations near Clermont and building connections with the local community and workforce.
Gold Founding Sponsor
JCU Northern Queensland Regional Training Hubs
Connecting regional and remote students with tertiary study options and support, without needing to leave home.
Silver Founding Sponsors
Silver Founding Sponsor
CQUniversity Australia
A regional university offering flexible pathways from entry level study through to postgraduate degrees, with a strong presence across Central Queensland.
Bronze Founding Sponsors
Bronze Founding Sponsor
La Trobe University
Bronze Founding Sponsor
Smart Transformation
In kind support
Isaac Regional Council, for its in kind contribution towards the use of the Isaac Events Centre.
Create a Sign, for its in kind contribution to the expo.
Get involved
Come along
Entry is free and everyone is welcome, from school students to grandparents. Bring your questions, your family and your curiosity.
Have a stall
Universities, training providers, employers and community organisations across the Isaac Region are invited to take part. You can also offer a short breakout session.
Sponsor the expo
Sponsorship helps keep the expo free for the community and supports CUC Isaac’s plans to grow outreach across the Isaac Region. Cash and in kind support are both welcome.
Frequently asked questions
If your question isn’t covered here, please get in touch. We’re always happy to help.
Visiting the expo
Is the expo free to attend?
Yes. Entry is free and all ages are welcome.
Where and when is it?
Tuesday 13 October 2026, 11:00am to 7:00pm, at the Isaac Event Centre, 89 Mills Avenue, Moranbah.
Is there parking?
Yes. There is plenty of parking around the Isaac Event Centre.
Is the venue accessible?
Accessibility is well supported at the Isaac Event Centre. If you have particular access needs, please contact us and we will do our best to help.
Can I bring my children?
Yes. Entry is free and all ages are welcome, so the whole family is welcome to come along.
Will photos and video be taken on the day?
Photos and video may be taken for community and promotional use. We will have a simple consent process in place, and if you would prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of our team know.
For stallholders and sponsors
How can my business or organisation take part?
Register as a stallholder using our short online form, or contact us to talk it through. We can also help you plan your stall.
Can we run a breakout session?
Yes. Breakout sessions run for around 30 minutes for a small group of around 10 to 12 people, in one of our two breakout rooms. Let us know your topic when you register and we will confirm your time and room.
How can my business become a sponsor?
Email degrees@cucisaac.edu.au to request our sponsorship prospectus. Cash and in kind support are both welcome, and we are happy to talk through what suits your business.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the expo, please get in touch with CUC Isaac. We’re here to help.
Email: degrees@cucisaac.edu.au
Phone: 0497913251
Visit us: CUC Isaac Moranbah Centre, 35 Town Square Ave, Moranbah 4744
Visit us: CUC Isaac Clermont Centre, 21 Daintree St, Clermont 4721
The CUC Isaac Careers, Courses & Connections Expo is a free community event hosted by CUC Isaac and proudly supported by our sponsors.