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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:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
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SUMMARY:Hort Connections 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hort Connections 2024 will be held in Melbourne\, following a highly celebrated Hort Connections 2023 in Adelaide. \nHort Connections 2024 will again adapt to the horticulture industry’s ever-changing needs\, and will offer plenty of networking opportunities\, champion the trade show\, and host the Horticulture Awards for Excellence 2024 on Wednesday 5 June. \nHort Connections speakers and exhibitors will showcase the latest research\, technologies\, and innovations to offer new perspectives on the future of Australasia’s horticulture industry.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/hort-connections-2024/
LOCATION:Melbourne\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240603T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
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SUMMARY:Business EDGE | Longreach
DESCRIPTION:Location: Longreach\, QLD \nCost: $1\,750 + GST or $1\,500 early bird + GST/ 1st person from one business or $1\,500 + GST or $1\,250 early bird + GST / 2+ people from the same business. \nCost includes comprehensive set of Workshop Notes\, Workbook\, decision support spreadsheet tools and all catering. \n\n\nBusiness EDGE is a two-day workshop designed to enhance producer knowledge and skills in basic financial and business management to improve business efficiency and profitability. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhat’s driving profit in your business – and what’s not\nHow to set up your financial system to provide you with the information to help manage your business.\nHow to demystify your financial statements\nNew infrastructure or equipment: which one will deliver the biggest bang for your buck?\nFunding for education\, succession and retirement: how much is needed and what can your business fund?\n\nPresenter: Simone Parker and Sally Finch\, Bush AgriBusiness
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/business-edge-longreach/
LOCATION:Longreach\, Longreach\, QLD\, 4730\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Meat and Livestock Australia":MAILTO:info@mla.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240605T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240527T232730Z
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SUMMARY:Be Finance Ready
DESCRIPTION:Engaging with your preferred lender can be\, at times\, a daunting process. \nThe Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) in collaboration with the Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS) North Queensland are holding a Be Finance Ready workshop in Mareeba to help primary producers be better prepared for when they apply for financial assistance. \nThese workshops aim to help primary producers learn about what ‘finance ready’ means\, help them understand how well they know their business\, what information to prepare\, how lenders use their information and what options are available if things don’t work out. \n  \nSchedule: \n9:30: Registration/Networking and Morning Tea \n10:00: Open/QRIDA Farm Debt Restructure Office Manager\, Daniel Elder \n\nCurrent market conditions and financial concerns for producers\n\n10:15: Rural Financial Counsellor\, Lynette McGuffie \n\nLocal support available for producers through RFCSNQ\n\n10:35: Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers (QFVG) \n\nImportance of a Farm Business Resilience Plan and how it can assist your farm business\n\n10:45: Panel discussion including local agri lenders and Sam Spina (QRIDA Regional Area Manager for Far North Queensland) to discuss: \n\nCurrent environment\nWhat are they looking for in an application?\nWhy do they ask the questions that they do?\nQ&A from the floor\n\n11:30 Lunch \n12:00 Close
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/be-finance-ready/
LOCATION:Mareeba\, Mareeba
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240606T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T001147Z
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SUMMARY:Business EDGE | Cunnamulla
DESCRIPTION:Location: Cunnamulla\, QLD \n\n\nBusiness EDGE is a two-day workshop designed to enhance producer knowledge and skills in basic financial and business management to improve business efficiency and profitability. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhat’s driving profit in your business – and what’s not\nHow to set up your financial system to provide you with the information to help manage your business.\nHow to demystify your financial statements\nNew infrastructure or equipment: which one will deliver the biggest bang for your buck?\nFunding for education\, succession and retirement: how much is needed and what can your business fund?\n\nPresenter: Simone Parker and Sally Finch\, Bush AgriBusiness
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/business-edge-cunnamulla/
LOCATION:Cunnamulla\, Cunnamulla\, Queensland\, 4490\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Meat and Livestock Australia":MAILTO:info@mla.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240606T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240606T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240528T010421Z
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SUMMARY:SOILKEE Renovator Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:SOILKEE Renovator Demonstration Day \nThe SOILKEE Renovator is a pasture cropping system that plants seasonal crops and pasture seeds into existing pastures. As a minimum till machine\, it helps improve soil structure by only disturbing 20% of the pasture. \nThis is an opportunity to see the Renovator in action and hear from the inventor and a local farmer who is trialling it in FNQ. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just starting out\, this event is for anyone who is interested in improving their soil health. \nRefreshments and lunch will be provided. \nDirections \nAddress of the Dairy: 288 Atherton Malanda Road\, Malanda 4885 \nDriveway entrance is Atherton side of Cleminson creek
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/soilkee-renovator-demonstration-day/
LOCATION:Malanda\, Malanda\, QLD\, 4885\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Terrain NRM":MAILTO:info@terrain.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
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SUMMARY:Fencing with Macka - Mareeba
DESCRIPTION:Fencing with Macka – Mareeba\n\n\nFencing can have many benefits for horticultural operations: \n\nExcluding animals from orchard areas\nProtection of riparian vegetation\, bank stability and other sensitive areas\nManagement zone and property boundary delineation\nProtection from impending biosecurity issues such as weeds and feral animals.\n\nJoin ‘Macka’ and Growcom on Saturday 8 June to learn more about: \n\nSelecting the right fence materials for the site and the application.\nFloodway and exclusion fencing\, and planning for water access and water quality issues.\nMaterials – make the first expense the last.\nNew technologies and other considerations.\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to book a free consultation with Macka to discuss fencing solutions. These consultations will take place at individual properties. \nA second ‘Fencing With Macka’ event will be held on Saturday\, 7 September @ Jonsson Farming\, 475 Tumoulin Road\, Evelyn Central. Register here: www.growcom.com.au/events#!event/2024/9/7/fencing-with-macka \nFor more information\, please contact Growcom’s Paula Ibell on 0498 119 633 or email pibell@qfvg.com.au \n  \nMEET YOUR PRESENTER\, MACKA \nMacka has been fencing for the past 40 years throughout the channel country and the Mareeba District. He brings a range of experiences in farming from cattle\, sheep\, cropping land\, yard building and orchard management as has\, ‘kilometres of experience’ in all types of fencing. For the past 16 years\, Macka and his wife Irene have operated a lime farm on the Barron Catchment. \n  \nThe Peer-to-Peer program is delivered by Growcom’s Hort360 Great Barrier Reef project and is jointly supported by the Integrated Engagement and Capacity Building project through the Queensland Government’s Queensland Reef Water Quality Program.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/fencing-with-macka-mareeba/
LOCATION:Mareeba\, Mareeba
ORGANIZER;CN="Growcom":MAILTO:growcom@growcom.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240612T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240325T020324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T055016Z
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SUMMARY:Breeder Management Two-Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/breeder-management-workshop-june/
LOCATION:Bylong Station\, Richmond\, QLD\, 4822
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Gulf NRM":MAILTO:admin@southerngulf.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240610T061526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T061820Z
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SUMMARY:Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project Collinsville
DESCRIPTION:The Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project that aims to assist the community to become more prepared for bushfires. \nThe Project\, which has been delivered by the Whitsunday Regional Council since September 2022\, is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Industry\, Science\, Energy and Resources as part of the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program(External link). \nThe project includes: \n\nCoordinating FREE Bushfire Training Workshops in Proserpine\, Cannonvale\, Collinsville and Bowen\nProviding a FREE service to assist landholders to develop a Property Bushfire Plan in consultation with Council’s Bushfire Officer.\nA subsidy program of up to $2\,000\, with a 50:50 contribution between Council and eligible landholders to assist in the implementation of actions or purchase infrastructure identified in an endorsed Property Bushfire Plan\,\nDevelopment of Community Bushfire Plans in high risk localities\, and\nThe installation of priority community water tanks\, firefighting hydrants and infrastructure.\n\nWe encourage you to view our Online Mapping (External link)to understand your property’s bushfire risk (select Planning Overlays -> Bushfire Hazard) and view our important links (right) to make a survival plan and learn about the importance of planned burns. \nWorkshops \nFree bushfire management workshops upcoming include: \n\nCollinsville Community Centre 1pm – 5pm – 16 June\nCannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel 1pm – 5pm – 23 June\nBowen – 7 July\nProserpine – 4 August\n\nRegister to attend a workshop via the survey below or CLICK HERE. For more information\, please phone Greg McCarthy on\n0458 816 751.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/whitsunday-bushfire-resilience-project/
LOCATION:Queensland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20230607T232816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232816Z
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SUMMARY:Tropical Innovation Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Launch Y(E)P presents | The 2024 Tropical Innovation Festival \nThe Tropical Innovation Festival is designed as an unapologetically informal event that focusses on outcomes our delegates want\, and allowing you to ‘choose your own adventure’. \nLike a good festival\, we provide you with the headliners and opportunities to connect and then you can access attend what you want. We know that there are lots of reasons that people attend the Tropical Innovation Festival and that people attending have different goals and methods to reach these goals.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/tropical-innovation-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Cairns\, Cairns\, Queensland\, 4870\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240527T233200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T233200Z
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SUMMARY:St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The award-winning and family-friendly St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend is set in the breathtaking beauty of the Croydon Range and the serene wetlands. \nThe landscape is a canvas of vibrant colours\, where lush greenery meets shimmering waters. \nIt’s a place where time slows down in wide-open spaces. People from all walks of life can connect with nature\, awaken the imagination\, enjoy feel-good foods and celebrate one of the world’s oldest living cultures. \nSt Lawrence is not just a destination to the Isaac region\, it is an invitation to rediscover yourself. There are plenty of camping\, glamping\, RV\, and caravanning options for your laid-back and relaxing weekend away. \nLet curiosity guide you and embrace the spirit of adventure in one of Australia’s best wetlands\, home to 92 bird species. What are you waiting for? Book your tickets and get ready to raise your glass to the magic of St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/st-lawrence-wetlands-weekend/
LOCATION:St Lawrence\, St Lawrence\, QLD\, 4707\, Austria
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260420T062100
CREATED:20240610T061705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T061705Z
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SUMMARY:Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project Cannonvale
DESCRIPTION:The Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project that aims to assist the community to become more prepared for bushfires. \nThe Project\, which has been delivered by the Whitsunday Regional Council since September 2022\, is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Industry\, Science\, Energy and Resources as part of the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program(External link). \nThe project includes: \n\nCoordinating FREE Bushfire Training Workshops in Proserpine\, Cannonvale\, Collinsville and Bowen\nProviding a FREE service to assist landholders to develop a Property Bushfire Plan in consultation with Council’s Bushfire Officer.\nA subsidy program of up to $2\,000\, with a 50:50 contribution between Council and eligible landholders to assist in the implementation of actions or purchase infrastructure identified in an endorsed Property Bushfire Plan\,\nDevelopment of Community Bushfire Plans in high risk localities\, and\nThe installation of priority community water tanks\, firefighting hydrants and infrastructure.\n\nWe encourage you to view our Online Mapping (External link)to understand your property’s bushfire risk (select Planning Overlays -> Bushfire Hazard) and view our important links (right) to make a survival plan and learn about the importance of planned burns. \nWorkshops \nFree bushfire management workshops upcoming include: \n\nCollinsville Community Centre 1pm – 5pm – 16 June\nCannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel 1pm – 5pm – 23 June\nBowen – 7 July\nProserpine – 4 August\n\nRegister to attend a workshop via the survey below or CLICK HERE. For more information\, please phone Greg McCarthy on\n0458 816 751.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/whitsunday-bushfire-resilience-project-cannonvale/
LOCATION:Queensland
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