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Geraldine Doogue on telling stories with traction

Friday 26 September

There are few journalists in Australia with as rich history in the media as Geraldine Doogue AO.

Beginning in newspapers in Western Australia, Geraldine has done it all, including stints as a foreign correspondent and television news anchor. As a familiar voice on ABC Radio, Geraldine has blazed a trail for women in journalism by telling the stories of Australians for more than 50 years.

Fresh from delivering the 2025 Ollie Lecture, Geraldine joins Farm Writers to discuss how journalism has changed and, just as importantly, how the decline in numbers of rural journalists and news sources shouldn’t result in a diminution of rural story telling.

What advice does Geraldine offer to young and emerging storytellers, and what lessons does she have for those engaged in sharing news and information about life and times in rural and regional Australia? Join us to find out.

Agribuzz - hosted by FTI Consulting

Thursday, 16 October

Agribuzz is a smart casual event providing professional networking and development opportunities in a relaxed atmosphere. It provides the opportunity for our members and friends to exchange business intelligence and ideas over drinks and canapés, enjoy a brief presentation, and mingle with their peers. 

Is Australian agriculture facing an inputs crisis?

COVID-19 demonstrated the fragility of global supply chains.

Our guest speaker, Andrew Henderson, believes Australia needs a formal national food security plan, to build greater security into our food systems by protecting access to critical inputs .