Farm Writers Lunch

Trump, tariffs and (free) trade

Friday 23 May 2025

12:00 for 12:30pm

It’s been a rocky road for investors and traders these past few months, navigating on-again, off-again tariffs and economic uncertainty coming from the United States. From films to fishing rods, it seems nothing will be spared from tariffs.

With the post-election dust settling, Australia can now formally commence negotiations to ensure the best deal possible; in the meantime farmers and other industries face ongoing uncertainty.

The Hon. Andrew Robb AO is one of Australian agriculture’s fiercest and longest-standing free trade advocates, and will join us later this month to unpack the opportunities, and risks, for Australia as we stare into these trade headwinds.

With deep experience as a former Australian trade and investment minister, and consultant across Asia, Andrew is excellently placed to explain how this might all play out and what it could mean for the agriculture sector.

As the minister for trade, tourism and investment in the Abbott and Turnbull governments, Andrew was responsible for negotiating and signing free trade agreements with China, South Korea and Japan, and was a leading advocate for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the canary in the regional free trade coal mine scuttled by the 2016 US presidential election. He's also a former chief executive of the Cattle Council of Australia and then the National Farmers’ Federation, and is now a consultant on trade and investment.

Bookings close Monday 19 May 2025. Tables of 8 to 10 guests can be booked.

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.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

Agribuzz - hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright Australia

Thursday, 12 June 2025

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.

Our guest speaker, Jaimie Lovell, will share some 'sliding door' career moments, on her way to being appointed Director of Government Relations and Industry Affairs at Woolworths in March 2023.

Prior to this, Jaimie spent five and a half years at Westpac Group as the Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy, Head of Reputation Strategy, and successful stints in broader Government Affairs roles.

Jaimie has significant experience leading teams in both the public and private sectors. She has spent much of her career managing external engagement and public policy positioning for political leaders and leaders of organisations.

Jaimie has strong relationships with government and industry bodies, having held a number of senior leadership and advisory roles with NSW Farmers Association, liaising with the banking sector and as a Ministerial Advisor covering a broad infrastructure portfolio. In addition to her corporate, industry and government experience, Jaimie holds a Ph.D. from the University of Sydney and is a graduate of the AICD.

This is the first Agribuzz hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright Australia and we are grateful for their hospitality.

Registrations close Monday 9 June 2025.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

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Rachel Yangoyan, QantasLink CEO

Friday 25 July 2025

12:00 for 12:30pm

Join Farm Writers to hear from our guest speaker, QantasLink CEO Rachel Yangoyan.

Bookings close Monday 22 July 2025. Tables of 8-10 guests can be reserved at this lunch.

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.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

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Friday 29 August 2025

12:00 for 12:30pm

Farm Writers has a great line-up of events and speakers in 2025. Add this date to your calendar, and keep an eye out for emails with details as we get closer.

Our lunches are held at the Sydney Marriott Circular Quay, 30 Pitt Street Sydney.

Bookings for this lunch will close on 25 August 2025. 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.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

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Agribuzz - hosted by Colliers

Thursday, 4 September 2025

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 for details.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

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Friday 19 September 2025

12:00 for 12:30pm

Farm Writers has a great line-up of events and speakers in 2025. Add this date to your calendar, and keep an eye out for emails with details as we get closer.

Our lunches are held at the Sydney Marriott Circular Quay, 30 Pitt Street Sydney.

Bookings for this lunch will close on 25 August 2025. 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.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

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Friday 24 October 2025

12:00 for 12:30pm

Farm Writers has a great line-up of events and speakers in 2025. Add this date to your calendar, and keep an eye out for emails with details as we get closer.

Our lunches are held at the Sydney Marriott Circular Quay, 30 Pitt Street Sydney.

Bookings for this lunch will close on 20 October 2025. 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.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au

Farm Writers Christmas lunch

Tuesday, 2 December 2025

12pm for 12:30pm

Come and help us celebrate the festive season

The Farm Writers 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.

Keep an eye on emails for when registrations open.

For any questions, contact bookings@nswfarmwriters.org.au