Agribuzz - hosted by Local Land Services

Thursday, 3 September 2026

5:30pm to 7:30pm

We're heading to Orange for another regional Agribuzz, with locally-based agri-finance specialist Tim Davidson as our guest speaker.

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.

Tim is an expert business leader with extensive experience in banking, agribusiness and strategic leadership. With a strong background in financial management, risk assessment, and business development, he's successfully led high performing teams and driven growth initiatives in both corporate and agribusiness sectors.

Tim excels at developing and implementing high-impact strategies, fostering stakeholder relationships, and delivering sustainable business solutions.

Registrations for this event will close on  27 August 2026.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswruralpressclub.com.au

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Agribuzz - hosted by RSM Australia and ANZ

Thursday, 17 September 2026

5:30pm to 7:30pm

We're back in Wagga Wagga for another Agribuzz, with Brianna Casey AM as our guest speaker.

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.

Brianna joined AgriFutures Australia in January 2026 as Managing Director, after almost ten years as the CEO of Foodbank Australia, the country’s largest hunger relief organisation.

Prior to that she was CEO of the Australian Childcare Alliance NSW, CEO of Queensland Farmers Federation, and a Policy Director at NSW Farmers.

Brianna currently serves on the Board of Volunteering Australia, is a proud member of Chief Executive Women and was recently awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Griffith University and named a Member of the Order of Australia in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Bookings for this event will close on  Monday 14 September 2026.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswruralpressclub.com.au

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Fuelling regional Australia

Monday, 21 September 2026

12:00 for 12:30pm

Conflict across the globe continues to disrupt regional Australia - at the bowser, in freight costs and throughout the supply chain.

From fertiliser and chemicals to diesel and transport, the seemingly endless war in the Middle East highlights why Australia must continue to strengthen its resilience against global disruptions. While fuel prices have stabilised and supply chains appear more secure than they did six months ago, the question is no longer whether fuel security matters, but how Australia can better protect its farmers, businesses and regional communities from the next global shock.

Join us for our September lunch as we hear from Matt Halliday, CEO of Ampol, on the future of Australia's fuel security and what it means for agriculture.

Matt will explore the policy choices facing governments, the role of industry in strengthening sovereign fuel capability, and how Australia's $100 billion agriculture sector can be better insulated from future disruptions.

He joined Ampol in April 2019 as Chief Financial Officer and was appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer a year later. Prior to that, Matt enjoyed a successful career with Rio Tinto spanning 20 years, where he held senior finance and commercial roles across several divisions and geographies.

Matt is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Western Australia and an MBA from London Business School.

Bookings for this lunch will close on Wednesday, 16 September 2026. Corporate members may book unlimited guests at the member price. Other members may book one guest at the member price. Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

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For any questions, contact bookings@nswruralpressclub.com.au

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Agribuzz - hosted by FTI Consulting

Thursday, 22 October 2026

5:30pm to 7:30pm

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.

Keep an eye on emails closer to the event about registrations being open. Bookings for this event will close on  Monday 19 October 2026.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswruralpressclub.com.au

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NSW Rural Press Club Christmas lunch

Wednesday, 9 December 2026

12pm for 12:30pm

Come and help us celebrate the festive season

The NSW Rural Press Club Christmas lunch brings together members and guests to catch up and look back on the year in agriculture.

It is always a highlight on the calendar, and the perfect place to network with key leaders, influencers and decision makers across the agribusiness, rural and regional sectors. It is the must-attend event for anyone in the agriculture industry.

Registrations will close on Monday 30 November 2026

For any questions, contact bookings@nswruralpressclub.com.au