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SUMMARY:Governance Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Thriving community organisations rely on good governance and effective leaders. \nJoin the TNQ Drought Hub and Get on Board Australia for a comprehensive and interactive online Governance Essentials course that takes you through the principles of governance\, duties and responsibilities\, ethical decision-making and how to be a confident leader. \nDate: Monday 8 April – Friday 14 June \nDuration: 6 sessions (8 April\, 19 April\, 3 May\, 17 May\, 31 May and 14 June) including introduction and graduation \nTime: 12:15pm – 1:00pm (AEST) \nWhere: Online (blended self-paced learning with short recap sessions) \nCost: $150 (valued at $250\, subsidised by the TNQ Drought Hub) \nEnrol if you want to: \n\nGrow your capacity as a leader\nTake on a committee role on your community\nUnderstand board frameworks\, role requirements and risk management\nGain valuable insights into best practices from a governance professional\n\nThe course will run in four modules over eight weeks\, each with a fortnightly online lunch and learn session. The online sessions will support participants working through the self-paced course and provide the opportunity to engage with other students. \nFor each module\, you will be encouraged to share reflections and go through a knowledge check on what you have learnt. Participants will also have lifetime access to the course resources so they can refer to the content to aid them in current or future committee roles. \n2023 participants said the course was “really useful\, especially to do with conflicts of interests and how to manage that in small communities”\, “great to consolidate what you need to know being on a management committee or board” and “the small cost in time and money was well worth the content\, and newfound confidence”. \nHaving skilled and capable people in committee roles in your community helps enhance all community members and builds resilient towns and regions. \nAbout the presenter: \nLisa Cook is the Founder and Managing Director of Get on Board Australia\, supporting aspiring\, new and existing board members\, and boards to thrive. She has nearly 15 years of experience serving on boards from a range of organisations in the private\, public\, and not-for-profit sectors in Adelaide\, Sydney\, and across Australia. Lisa has a Master of Business Law from the University of Adelaide\, a degree in business management and marketing from Charles Sturt University\, and has completed the Foundations of Directorship program through AICD. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact TNQ Drought Hub Program Lead\, Dr Jane Oorschot jane.oorschot1@jcu.edu.au or 0481 158 989. \nThis project is supported by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/governance-essentials/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="TNQ Drought Hub":MAILTO:rachel.hay@jcu.edu.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512
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SUMMARY:Beef Australia 2024
DESCRIPTION:Beef Australia exists for the advancement of the Australian beef community and has a vision to be a world-class organisation that promotes\, advances\, and celebrates a sustainable beef industry. \nThe TNQ Drought Hub team will be joining James Cook University and Fitzroy Basin Association at this year’s Beef Australia 2024 from 6 – 10 May at the Rockhampton Showgrounds. \nCome meet the team and learn how we are working with Central and North Queensland communities to build preparedness and resilience to future drought and climate variability. \nPlease also join us for the following free presentations; \n\nTuesday 7 May\, 12:00pm – 12:45pm – TNQ Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub: Join the TNQ Drought Hub Director and Queensland agricultural advocate David Phelps as he talks about the work of the eight Adoption and Innovation Hub’s across Australia in building resilience to drought and climate variability. Reserve your free spot.\n\n  \n\nWednesday 8 May\, 3:30pm – 4.15pm – Farm and Succession Planning: As the adage goes\, succession starts at birth. But when it comes to agricultural succession\, there are many steps along the way\, and a multitude of options relevant to each unique business. Hear from a panel of experts including Natalie Hughes\, Rural Financial Counselling Service North Queensland and Connie Navarro\, Connie Navarro Legal as they discuss the considerations\, complexities\, available assistance\, and real stories of transitioning viable farms to the next generation. Join them as they share stories of succession wins and lessons\, and the importance of starting with a conversation. Reserve your free spot.\n\n  \n\nThursday 9 May\, 4:00pm – 4:45pm – The journey of a JCU Student in the agriculture industry: Meet Lucy Gardner and William Harrington\, both JCU students but at very different stages of their careers. In this presentation\, Lucy and William share their journeys of navigating study\, research\, and innovation within agricultural industries. Hear about their individual projects in soil restoration and technological innovation\, as well as the lessons they’ve learned through both trials and triumphs\, with the ultimate goal of contributing to an enduring and sustainable sector. Reserve your free spot.\n\nVisit the JCU Pavilion and check out more free presentations\, interactive activities and hear about the courses offered at JCU. Location: Site No R0
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/beef-australia-2024/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240507T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240507T124500
DTSTAMP:20260421T000242
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SUMMARY:TNQ Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub
DESCRIPTION:“Resilience” is more than a buzz word; it is the key to ensuring the future of our regions’ wellbeing.\n\nJoin TNQ Drought Hub Director\, Professor David Phelps\, as he gives you an insider’s look at eight Adoption and Innovation Hubs across Australia.\n\nDiscover the critical role these hubs play in analysing\, tracking and improving our regions’ resilience to drought and climate variability.\n\nIn this flyover tour of regional innovation\, you’ll learn all about the TNQ Drought Hub’s collaborations with beef producers from the Gulf of Carpentaria\, through western Queensland\, up to Cape York\, and down the east coast to the Fitzroy region.\n\nWhere: JCU Pavilion site R01FREE EVENT
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/tnq-drought-resilience-adoption-and-innovation-hub/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
ORGANIZER;CN="TNQ Drought Hub":MAILTO:rachel.hay@jcu.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240508T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240508T161500
DTSTAMP:20260421T000242
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SUMMARY:Farm and Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:As the adage goes\, succession starts at birth. But when it comes to agricultural succession\, there are many steps along the way\, and a multitude of options relevant to each unique business.\n\nHear from experts Natalie Hughes\, Rural Financial Counselling Service North Queensland and Connie Navarro\, Connie Navarro Legal as they discuss the considerations\, complexities\, available assistance\, and real stories of transitioning viable farms to the next generation.\n\nJoin them as they share stories of succession wins and lessons\, and the importance of starting with a conversation.\n\nWhere: JCU Pavilion site R01FREE EVENT
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/farm-and-succession-planning/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
ORGANIZER;CN="TNQ Drought Hub":MAILTO:rachel.hay@jcu.edu.au
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SUMMARY:The journey of a JCU Student in the agriculture industry
DESCRIPTION:Meet Lucy Gardner and William Harrington\, both JCU students but at very different stages of their careers.\n\nIn this presentation\, Lucy and William share their journeys of navigating study\, research\, and innovation within agricultural industries.\n\nHear about their individual projects in soil restoration and technological innovation\, as well as the lessons they’ve learned through both trials and triumphs\, with the ultimate goal of contributing to an enduring and sustainable sector.\n\nJoin the TNQ Drought Hub team after for a casual meet and greet with refreshments.\n\nWhere: JCU Pavilion site R01FREE EVENT
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/the-journey-of-a-jcu-student-in-the-agriculture-industry/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
ORGANIZER;CN="TNQ Drought Hub":MAILTO:rachel.hay@jcu.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240527T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240528T163000
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Workshop - Banana
DESCRIPTION:Become a changemaker: \n\nAssess your region’s readiness for change.\nExplore how change happens and how to overcome resistance.\nLearn what it takes to be a positive change agent\, have the drive to build new things\, how to manage setbacks and work creatively and purposefully with others.\n\nStart community conversations: \n\nUnderstand the ecosystem purposeful\, inclusive engagement and robust and authentic conversations create.\nLearn how to have those conversations\, suspend judgement and assumptions\, and build trust and transparency for connection and diverse relationships.\n\nCare for your community: \n\nUnpack what forms and shapes a community.\nLearn how a community can be more inclusive.\nConsidering the impacts of drought\, trauma and other events\, get tools to better support others and balance giving and taking within a community.\n\nShape your community’s future: \n\nExplore ideas to shape the future you would like to see for your community.\nUnderstand the importance of language and the power of storytelling in motivating and mobilising others.\nLearn what makes a good story and how to connect with the hearts and minds of others.\n\nThis workshop is free thanks to the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. It is delivered by the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation and part of the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative. For more information visit rural-leaders.org.au. \nPlease note: This is a face-to-face session. All catering and stationery provided. \nRegistrations close 7 days ahead of workshop. \nFor any technical assistance please contact Gemma Rostron at gemmar@rural-leaders.org.au or 0421 031 418.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/changemaker-workshop-banana/
LOCATION:Banana\, Banana\, Queensland\, 4702
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240529T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000242
CREATED:20240528T010633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T010633Z
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SUMMARY:Brian Pastures Field Day
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URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/brian-pastures-field-day/
LOCATION:Gayndah\, Gayndah\, Queensland\, 4625\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Queensland Department of Agriculture & Fisheries":MAILTO:info@daf.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240530T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000242
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Workshop - Rockhampton
DESCRIPTION:Become a changemaker: \n\nAssess your region’s readiness for change.\nExplore how change happens and how to overcome resistance.\nLearn what it takes to be a positive change agent\, have the drive to build new things\, how to manage setbacks and work creatively and purposefully with others.\n\nStart community conversations: \n\nUnderstand the ecosystem purposeful\, inclusive engagement and robust and authentic conversations create.\nLearn how to have those conversations\, suspend judgement and assumptions\, and build trust and transparency for connection and diverse relationships.\n\nCare for your community: \n\nUnpack what forms and shapes a community.\nLearn how a community can be more inclusive.\nConsidering the impacts of drought\, trauma and other events\, get tools to better support others and balance giving and taking within a community.\n\nShape your community’s future: \n\nExplore ideas to shape the future you would like to see for your community.\nUnderstand the importance of language and the power of storytelling in motivating and mobilising others.\nLearn what makes a good story and how to connect with the hearts and minds of others.\n\nThis workshop is free thanks to the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. It is delivered by the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation and part of the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative. For more information visit rural-leaders.org.au. \nPlease note: This is a face-to-face session. All catering and stationery provided. \nRegistrations close 7 days ahead of workshop. \nFor any technical assistance please contact Gemma Rostron at gemmar@rural-leaders.org.au or 0421 031 418.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/changemaker-workshop-rockhampton/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240531T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240531T134500
DTSTAMP:20260421T000242
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SUMMARY:Know Your Risks\, Know Your Options Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Know Your Risks\, Know Your Options Webinar\n\n\nInsurance is a major business expense. It is also an opportunity to plan for and manage on-farm risk. \nWhen is the last time you checked you were covered for the risks your agribusiness faces and at what cost? \nKnow Your Risks\, Know Your Options will cover: \n\nAssessing risks to your business.\nUnderstanding your options\nCommunicating with your insurance provider to identify the best products to meet your needs.\n\nYour presenters for this webinar are: \n\nAhmad Qliebo\, Principal\, Partnerships Business Development\, WFI\nBec Tkal\, Project Officer – Risk\, Recovery and Resilience\, Queensland Farmers’ Federation\nTim Hayden\, Head of Memberships & Partnerships\, Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers\nKaren George\, Farm Business Resilience Program Manager\, Growcom\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLink\nhttps://bit.ly/3wlbR58\n\n\nStarts\nFri May 31 2024\, 01:00pm AEST\n\n\nEnds\nFri May 31 2024\, 01:45pm AEST
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/know-your-risks-know-your-options-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Growcom":MAILTO:growcom@growcom.com.au
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