Welcome to the New South Wales Rural Press Club

Connect | Inform | Inspire

The New South Wales Rural Press Club (formerly known as the Farm Writers' Association of NSW) is the leading independent thought leadership platform and networking and development organisation for rural journalism and agricultural professionals in New South Wales.

We hold regular lunches and evening networking functions to bring people involved in farming, food and fibre together with agribusiness leaders and rural storytellers, discussing issues and developments relevant to rural and regional communities.

BEYOND TRADITIONAL BOUNDARIES
- what if agriculture's next frontier isn't just agriculture?

Tuesday 20 October 2026

For decades, Australian agriculture has been measured by what it produces. But what if its greatest contribution to the nation lies beyond production?

Join the NSW Rural Press Club for lunch with Brianna Casey AM, Managing Director of AgriFutures Australia, for a conversation that challenges conventional thinking about agriculture's role in Australia's future.

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AGRIBUZZ - HOSTED BY FTI CONSULTING

Thursday, 22 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. Those establishing their careers can talk to agribusiness leaders over a drink while those on the look-out for talent can meet aspiring leaders-in-the-making

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60th ANNIVERSARY GALA

Thursday 16 July 2026

Our celebration of the 60th anniversary of the founding of Australia’s oldest rural press club was an amazing evening.

Almost 300 people joined us to recognise the rich traditions of the Farm Writers’ and Broadcasters’ Society, the Farm Writers’ Association of New South Wales and, now the New South Wales Rural Press Club.

Our guest speakers were 2025 AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year and founder of sHedway, Carol Mudford, and the editorial team at the Betoota Advocate, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell.

Latest video: where to, for the Basin Plan?

Murray-Darling Basin Authority Chief Executive Andrew McConville shared community, stakeholder and First Nations perspectives captured during a 12-week public consultation period as part of its review of the Basin Plan.

The MDBA is undertaking the first statutory review since the Basin Plan was implemented in 2012.

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