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SUMMARY:GrownInNQ Innovation Expo 2024
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the GrownIn NQ 2024 Agriculture Innovation Summit\, a premier event celebrating the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of agriculture. \nBowen Gumlu Growers Association in partnership with the Department of Agriculture\, Fisheries and Forestry are proud to host this event in Bowen\, the Whitsundays region\, renowned not only for its stunning natural beauty but also for its thriving agricultural landscape. \nBowen Gumlu Growers Association (BGGA) is a regional industry body that represents the interests of our members\, horticultural growers\, producers and associated agribusinesses in North Queensland. BGGA’s key activities include member services\, advocacy\, workforce and industry development and the delivery of projects focused on improving on-farm practices\, commercial outcomes for farming businesses and the prosperity of our community. \nAcross this two day event\, producers and agribusiness are invited to attend North Queensland’s largest innovation showcase\, including an industry breakfast\, ag tech farm tour and innovation expo including demonstrations and informative presentations from industry experts from across Australia\, all aimed at helping growers integrate new technologies and systems to boost efficiency\, sustainability and profitability. \nYou will have the opportunity to explore the latest innovations in agribusiness from precision farming to smart irrigation systems. \nGrown In NQ 2024 is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Agriculture\, Fisheries and Forestry as part of its Support Regional Trade Events Program.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/growninnq-innovation-expo-2024/
LOCATION:Bowen\, Bowen\, Queensland\, 4805\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241105T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241106T160000
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SUMMARY:Cattle\, carbon and sustainability
DESCRIPTION:About\nJoin Queensland Department of Agriculture  in BOWEN or CHARTERS TOWERS to discuss carbon opportunities for your grazing business. \nThis workshop will help graziers make informed decisions about carbon sequestration and emissions reduction strategies. Topics covered will include:\n• carbon sources and sinks\n• emission baselining ― how to calculate your farm footprint\n• reducing emissions on farm\n• carbon projects and the associated legalities\n• market signals ― is the market ready for carbon-reduced products? \nHear from experienced presenters and facilitators: \nJosh Peart (DAF Grazing Scientist)\, Lara Landsberg (Beef Extension Officer\, Mackay) and Bec Clapperton (Beef Extension Officer\, Townsville). \nThis event is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Queensland Government’s Drought and Climate Adaptation and Reef Water Quality Programs. \n\nDates\nBowen – Tuesday 5th Nov – Charters Towers – Wednesday 6th Nov\n\nLocation\n\n\nDAF Office (Bowen or Charters Towers)
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/cattle-carbon-and-sustainability/
LOCATION:Queensland
ORGANIZER;CN="Queensland Department of Agriculture & Fisheries":MAILTO:info@daf.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241105T083000
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Workshop - Townsville
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 local ecosystem; undertake purposeful and inclusive engagement; create robust and authentic conversations.\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 is a face-to-face session\, for two full days. Catering and participant resources provided. Before you register\, we ask that you make sure you can commit to attending\, as we have extensive waitlists for most workshops. If you do register and can’t attend\, wherever possible\, please contact us two weeks before the workshop date so we can reallocate your spot to another person from your community. Our ability to fully serve your region relies on this effective communication. \nIf you are registering for multiple participants\, please include individual email addresses against each registration which we need for surveys. \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. \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-townsville/
LOCATION:Townsville\, Townsville\, Queensland\, 4810\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241118T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241119T170000
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SUMMARY:Business EDGE Young Guns | Mackay
DESCRIPTION:Location: Mackay\, 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. Early bird applies if registered and paid 4 weeks prior to course start date (21 October 2023). Cost includes comprehensive set of Workshop Notes\, Workbook\, decision support spreadsheet tools and all catering. \n\n\nBusiness EDGE Young Guns workshops are for up and coming livestock producers who are ready to build their skills and confidence to manage a modern gricultural business. \nPresenters: Simone Parker and Sally Finch\, Bush AgriBusiness
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/business-edge-young-guns-mackay/
LOCATION:Mackay\, Mackay\, Queensland\, 4740\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Meat and Livestock Australia":MAILTO:info@mla.com.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241121T110000
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SUMMARY:AGTECH24
DESCRIPTION:AGTECH24 will focus on early stage and commercial applications of agtech aiming to improve effectiveness\, efficiency\, profitability and user confidence in technology. \nIn addition to high-quality speakers and content\, participants can view and test technology and machinery in the field on day 2\, visit relevant and engaging trade displays and pose questions and challenges to interactive expert panels.
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/agtech24/
LOCATION:Emerald\, Emerald\, Queensland\, 4720\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241122T170000
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SUMMARY:Business EDGE | Rockhampton
DESCRIPTION:Location: Rockhampton\, 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\n  \nPresenter: Simone Parker and Sally Finch\, Bush AgriBusiness
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/business-edge-rockhampton/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Rockhampton\, Queensland\, 4700
ORGANIZER;CN="Meat and Livestock Australia":MAILTO:info@mla.com.au
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SUMMARY:Embracing Agriculture Digital Innovation Workshops: Bowen
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the potential of digital and precision technologies in agriculture by attending our workshop\, conveniently located near you. \n\n\n\n\nEnhance your knowledge and skills and increase your understanding of the benefits of these technologies. \nWorkshop highlights\n\nExpert guidance: Led by Sonya Comiskey\, a renowned leader in agricultural innovation.\nConvenient locations: Choose a venue that suits you best.\nShorter days: Designed with shorter sessions to accommodate your work commitments.\nAdditional guided access to our results from the AgValuate Tool\, a farm specific\, innovation readiness assessment tool that will help you to understand how technology can impact your farm.\n\nThe two-day workshop will cover the following topics \n\nTechnology today\nUsing data in agriculture\nTechnology tomorrow\n\nThe workshops will include \n\nCurrent digital opportunities and farm management technology\nCyber-security and how to identify common cyber-threats using interactive videos and case studies\nDifferent types of connectivity\, including their advantages and disadvantages\nInternet of Things (IoT) systems and devices\, including sensors and their functions\nThe use of drones\, their capabilities\, benefits and limitations on farms\, plus relevant legislative requirements\nGlobal positioning technology including GNSS\, GPS\, and GIS\nMethods of precision farming and control using satellite navigation and other technologies\nHow to manage data effectively and securely\nAutomation and technologies used to improve supply chain processes\nTechnologies and innovations that are transforming the agricultural industry.\n\nSpecifically\, it will include how to access support\, additional courses and training\, and examines some case studies relevant to the region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop dates and locations\nMareeba\nDate: 3rd -4th October 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  Mareeba Leagues Club\nAddress: Doyle Street\, Mareeba\, Queensland\, 4880 \nEmerald\nDate: 22nd -23rd October 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  Emerald\, Queensland\nAddress: To be advised \nLongreach\nDate: 29th -30th October 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  Longreach Station\nAddress: 10311 Landsborough Highway\, Longreach\, Queensland\, 4730 \nCaboolture\nDate: 6th -7th November 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  TAFE Queensland Caboolture Campus\nAddress: Tallon Street\, Caboolture\, Queensland\, 4510 \nKalbar\nDate: 12th -13th November 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  The Bowl Boonah\nAddress: 42 Coronation Drive\, Boonah\, Queensland\, 4310 \nToowoomba\nDate: 14th –15th  November 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation:  Agtech and Logistics Hub\nAddress: 275 McDougall Street\, Toowoomba\, Queensland\, 4350 \nBowen\nDate: 26th -27th November 2024\nTime: 10.00am – 3.30pm\nLocation: TAFE Queensland Bowen Campus\nAddress: 98-158 Queens Road\, Bowen\, Queensland\, 4805 \nFull details are available on the registration form. \n Contact \nFor any enquiries\, contact the Project Team at TQCommercial@tafeqld.edu.au. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/embracing-agriculture-digital-innovation-workshops-bowen/
LOCATION:Bowen\, Bowen\, Queensland\, 4805\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241127T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241127T200000
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SUMMARY:Australian Climate Tech Connect & Awards 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join Climate Salad at Paddington Town Hall\, Sydney for the 2024 Australian Climate Tech Connect & Awards!\nThis event is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with investors\, founders and industry leaders while celebrating the achievements of the Australian climate tech industry in 2024. The evening will feature an inspiring keynote\, cutting-edge demos and the highly anticipated fourth annual Australian Climate Tech Awards. \n\nGain insights on the latest climate tech developments and trends\nNetwork with top investors\, policymakers\, founders\, researchers\, and key supporters\nCelebrate the 2024 Award winners—and your own success!\nBuild meaningful connections and expand your network\n\nThis is a must-attend event for climate tech entrepreneurs\, their teams\, investors\, mentors\, stakeholders\, and advocates. It’s also the perfect opportunity for supporters\, researchers\, students\, to explore the latest innovations and opportunities in the space. Join us to for some canapés and a drink with old friends and new connections. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday 27th November 2024 \nTime: 5.00-8.00pm \nVenue: Paddington Town Hall\, Sydney NSW \nAwards\nSubmit your Australian Climate Tech Award nominations here. \n \nFounder & Investor Connect\nClimate Tech Founders and Investors are invited to exclusive sessions earlier in the day\, with limited places available. Attendance is by invitation only\, and there is a cost to participate (which also includes access to the Awards). If you haven’t received an invitation to register\, please email us for more details: hello@climatesalad.com
URL:https://www.tnqdroughthub.com.au/event/australian-climate-tech-connect-awards-2024/
LOCATION:Sydney\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241128T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241129T163000
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Workshop - Gladstone
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 local ecosystem; undertake purposeful and inclusive engagement; create robust and authentic conversations.\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 is a face-to-face session\, for two full days. Catering and participant resources provided. Before you register\, we ask that you make sure you can commit to attending\, as we have extensive waitlists for most workshops. If you do register and can’t attend\, wherever possible\, please contact us two weeks before the workshop date so we can reallocate your spot to another person from your community. Our ability to fully serve your region relies on this effective communication. \nIf you are registering for multiple participants\, please include individual email addresses against each registration which we need for surveys. \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. \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-gladstone/
LOCATION:Gladstone\, Gladstone\, Queensland\, 4680\, Australia
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