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Beef Australia is proudly supported by our Presenting Partners

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NO SMOKING OR E-CIGARETTES

Beef2024 is a smoke-free and e-cigarette free event. Please do not smoke within event grounds.

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OPENING HOURS

The Beef2024 event precinct is open from 8.30am-11.00pm daily for General Admission tickets. For Exhibitors/Partners/Breakfast events, the grounds will be open from 7.00am.

Official Beef2024 Program correct as at 8 April 2024

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CONTENTS 2-3

MESSAGES Mayimba (Welcome) to Rockhampton, Darumbal Elders Beef Australia Chair, Bryce Camm Federal Government, Senator Hon Murray Watt State Government, Premier Steven Miles MP Rockhampton Regional Council Mayor, Tony Williams

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BEEF AUSTRALIA Graeme Acton Beef Connections Mentoring Program

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Beef TV

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What’s Your Beef Podcast

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Beef2024 Committees and Volunteers

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BEEF 24 Club

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Board of Directors

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MAYIMBA (WELCOME) TO ROCKHAMPTON DARUMBAL ELDERS Mayimba! Gudamulli dabu (hello all), it is with great Yadaba (Respect) that we Mayimba (welcome) those who have gathered on our Beautiful Nunthi (country) for Beef 2024. Whether you have travelled near or far, whether you call this place home, or a place you love to visit. As traditional custodians of Darumbal Nunthi (country), we invite you to explore this special country and make memories and connections that will last a lifetime. Darumbal Nunthi (country) includes the city of Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Emu Park and extends to the surrounding coastal and inland regions. Darumbal People ensure Darumbal Culture, Language and People thrive within our community, as we continue to protect and preserve our cultural values of caring for country and its people.

acknowledge the ancestors, the spirits and history of this land. May your time on Darumbal Country during Beef 2024 be filled with shared laughter, cultural exchange, meaningful experiences, and a profound appreciation for the work our community undertakes. Travel through this space, this Nunthi (country) with good intentions in your heart and mind and only leave your footprints behind. Care for this Nunthi (country) and in return it will care for you. We ask our ancestors to watch over you while on Darumbal Country and ask they see you home safely in your travels near and far. Nullu Mayimba inda dabugu Darumbal Nunthi. On Behalf of the Darumbal People, we Welcome you all to Darumbal Country for Rockhampton Beef 2024.

As you partake in Beef 2024 events, we encourage you to connect with the sacred ground on which you walk. Reflect on the journey that brought you here and

Mount Archer Nurim Circuit Boardwalk, Rockhampton. Image credit: Explore Rockhampton

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR BRYCE CAMM

Welcome to Beef2024, Australia’s premier beef industry event! As the Chair of Beef Australia, it is my distinct pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all participants, competitors, exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers and guests joining us for this extraordinary week-long celebration of the Australian beef community. Beef2024 represents a pivotal time for our industry, where innovation, collaboration, and expertise converge to shape the future of beef production, trade, and consumption. As we embark on this journey together, we celebrate the resilience and dynamism of Australia’s beef sector, renowned globally for its excellence. At the heart of Beef Australia are the country’s finest cattle, and the nation’s leading cattlemen and women. They have again brought the best of the best to compete across three prestigious cattle competitions, showcasing over 1,600 cattle from across 28 breeds. These impressive figures are a testament to the dedication and passion of the Australian seed stock industry.

With more beef, more tech, more trade, more education, more entertainment, and welcoming back our international visitors for the first time since 2018, Beef2024 has something in store for everyone. I encourage you to make the most of your time at Beef2024. Engage with industry leaders, explore innovative products and services, participate in thought-provoking discussions, dine across our many onsite restaurants, kick up the boots in M’Eat Street, reconnect with old friends, shop the trade fair and enjoy the jam-packed daily and free entertainment program. On behalf of the entire Beef Australia Board and Team, I extend my sincerest gratitude to our sponsors, partners, contractors, suppliers, volunteers, and attendees for their invaluable support and commitment in helping us stage what is the largest Beef industry event in the Southern Hemisphere. Welcome to Beef2024 and to the Beef Capital of Australia.

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MESSAGE FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

MESSAGE FROM THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT

SENATOR HON MURRAY WATT

PREMIER STEVEN MILES MP

As a proud Queenslander, I’m a big fan of Beef. Since its first iteration in 1988, the event has grown into the cattle industry’s largest national expo, attracting people from around the world. No surprise, considering Aussie beef delivers delicious, high-quality protein to customers right around the world.

Welcome to Beef2024, the ultimate global beef destination and flagship event for the international beef community, proudly representing one of Queensland’s most important industries.

As a presenting partner, the Albanese Government is proud to be contributing $6 million to support an event that means so much to the economic growth of the beef industry, to the broader agricultural sector, and across rural and regional communities. Our Government is committed to working alongside you and delivering on our commitment to make critical investments in our biosecurity systems, supporting climate and sustainability uptake and innovation, and consolidating export growth across new and established global markets. I hope you have a great Beef2024 and enjoy everything Central Queensland has to offer.

Beef2024 showcases the latest products, technologies, and innovations for industry leaders, farmers, producers, tech companies, scientists, students, and consumers. This year, Beef Australia will reach more audiences around the world through the introduction of Beef TV, livestreaming every day from the event. This is one of Queensland’s biggest and most popular events. Beef 2021 attracted a record attendance of more than 115,000 and won gold at the Australian Tourism Awards and the Queensland Tourism Awards. Rockhampton, a great host city, is a key region for Queensland’s $10 billion beef industry, supporting more than 40,000 jobs. The Queensland Government proudly supports Beef2024 because Queensland is home to the best beef in the world.

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MESSAGE FROM ROCKHAMPTON REGIONAL COUNCIL

MAYOR TONY WILLIAMS On behalf of the Rockhampton Regional Council, I welcome you to Beef2024. This will be a stellar event bringing industry, consumers, and community together into the world’s premier beef event. I encourage you to experience everything Beef2024 has to offer, including a visit to the Advance Rockhampton stall. Here you will find information on the latest developments and opportunities in our region. Also, for those who have some extra time, I encourage you to check out some of our great attractions and experiences. You can find these at www.explorerockhampton.com.au/ beef. Finally, I want to acknowledge the tireless work and commitment of Beef Australia. Council is a proud Principal Partner of the event and values the relationship we have built over many years. I’m sure Beef2024 will be the biggest and best event yet and I can’t wait.

The Australian Government supports our world-class beef industry The Australian Government is proud to be a presenting partner at Beef Australia 2024.

Beef Australia 2024 showcases our world-class beef industry, supporting new trade and export opportunities for one of our most valuable and internationally renowned export commodities. Australia’s high-quality beef is big business for our national economy and is contributing towards the agriculture sector’s goal of becoming a $100 billion industry by 2030. The beef industry supports thousands of jobs for many communities across regional and rural Australia. We’re proud to support industry through strong biosecurity, co-investing in research and development, and helping farmers to prepare for drought and adopt climate-smart practices.

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“The Queensland Government has helped us understand how to appropriately manage the land types in this area, including identifying different grasses, calculating carrying capacity and coming up with a business plan, including aspects of the business we wanted to improve.” Megan Dunne, Shawlands, Biloela.

“There’s just so much information out there, go out and find it, take that time out of your business to then come back and implement change into your business because you will reap the rewards.” Sonya Shelley, Wandoo, Nebo. Seminars presented by Queensland Government 6 May 2024 Monday 8am–9:30am Are you ready? Biosecurity perspectives on emergency animal disease response

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ROCKHAMPTON RIVER FESTIVAL, CAPRICORN, 28 - 30 JULY 2024

WORLD-CLASS EVENTS IN E XT R AO R D I N A RY P L AC E S Be wowed by wonder in Capricorn

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CATTLE COMPETITIONS

SHOWCASING THE BEST BEEF CATTLE THE NATION HAS TO OFFER IS AT THE HEART OF BEEF AUSTRALIA The triennial event provides a platform for all aspects of the beef community to be acknowledged and recognised globally, at the largest beef event in the southern hemisphere. National standards are benchmarked through the Beef Australia Stud Cattle Championship, Commercial Cattle Championship and the National Beef Carcase Competition, with participation coming from all over Australia. The national cattle and carcase competitions each represent the pinnacle of successful achievement in their breeds, class or sector. The cattle events at Beef2024, outlined across the following pages, are ones not to be missed as producers across the nation compete to be awarded the best of the best.

GOING FURTHER FOR THE AUSTRALIAN HERD Nutrien Ag Solutions has the specialised knowledge and resources to take your beef cattle operation further. Back as a principal partner for BEEF2024, Nutrien Ag Solutions is proud to continue our support for the industry. Make sure you come and chat to the team at the Nutrien site, where we will have specialists covering the following areas: Commercial Livestock Stud Stock Real Estate Financial Services Insurance

Animal Production Merchandise and Farm Supplies Agronomy Water

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STUD CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP

STUD CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP CENTRE RING

6-10 May | 7.30am-5.00pm daily The crown jewel within the triennial Beef Australia lineup, earning recognition from the seed stock sector as the pinnacle of our nation’s stud cattle accolades. Over the course of five days, a panel of esteemed judges will consider and assess close to 1,600 entries from 28 beef cattle breeds, offering a comprehensive showcase of the best in Australia’s seed stock industry. Expect nothing less than a closely fought contest, as proud owners compete to secure the prestigious Beef Australia broad ribbon. Stud Cattle Judging will take place on Tuesday, 7th and Wednesday, 8th May. A Parade Of Champions will take place on Thursday, 9th May at 12.00pm and will be showcased in alphabetical order of each of the 28 beef cattle breeds represented. The Interbreed Championship will immediately follow The Parade of Champions, when the Supreme Champion (Interbreed) Bull, Female and Exhibitors Group will be judged from the Grand Champions of each breed.

JUNIOR PARADING AND YOUNG JUDGES COMPETITION CENTRE RING

6 May | From 8.30am 10 May | From 8.30am Junior competitions will take place providing young cattle enthusiasts the opportunity to test their skills against their peers. Datamars Livestock Junior Paraders Competition 6 May | 8.30am Charbray Society Junior School Team Judging Competition 6 May | approximately 11.30am (after Paraders) Datamars Livestock Junior Led Steer Competition 6 May | 1.00pm Datamars Livestock Young Judges Competition 10 May | 8.30am

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5 May | 5.30pm-8.30pm A casual event at the Rocky Sports Club for stud cattle exhibitors to catch up and mingle before engaging in the friendly yet overly competitive Suncorp Bank Battle of the Breeds event.

STUD CATTLE SALES

JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION A / CENTRE RING 7 & 9 May | See below

Beef Australia will be hosting two stud cattle sales onsite, with one taking place in Centre Ring for the first time ever. Anyone can watch the selling action with live bids taking place at Beef2024 and online via Auctions Plus. Elders Signature Wagyu Cattle Auction Tuesday 7 May | 5.00pm-7.00pm | James Lawrence Pavilion A Palgrove ‘First of our Finest’ Ultrablack Sale Thursday 9 May | From 5.30pm | Centre Ring

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Cherie Gooding

Datamars Livestock Junior Led Steer Competition TUESDAY 7 MAY

WEDNESDAY 8 MAY

THURSDAY 9 MAY

Centre Ring

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Travis Luscombe

Brahman

7.30am

Matthew McCamley

Brangus

9.00am

PJ Budler

Simmental

8.30am

Andrew Olive

Angus

8.30am

Grame Hopf

Shorthorn

9.00am

David Greenup

Red Poll

9.00am

Graham Brown

Heritage Angus

9.30am

Graham Brown

Lowline

10.30am

Graham Brown

Speckle Park

12.00pm

Peter Falls

Greyman

12.30pm

Graham Brown

South Devon

1.00pm

Grame Hopf

Gelbvieh

1.30pm

Andrew Olive

Blonde D’Aquitaine

1.30pm

Scott Hann

Ultrablack

3.00pm

PJ Budler

Square Meater

2.00pm

Grame Hopf

Wagyu

4.30pm

PJ Budler

Droughtmaster

8.00am

Andrew Raff

Charolais

9.00am

Peter Collins

Santa Gertrudis

9.00am

Erica Halliday

Braford

9.00am

Rick Greenup

Fleckvieh

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Grame Hopf

Charbray

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David Bondfield

Murray Grey

11.30am

Kurt Wise

Limousin

12.00pm

David Bondfield

Romagnola

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Shane Bishop

Senepol

2.00pm

Dario Baumgarten

Red Angus

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Erica Halliday

Hereford

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Jack Ward

Parade of Champions

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Nutrien Ag Solutions Interbreed Championship

Centre Ring

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Scott Dunlop Ian Galloway Wayne York

Centre Ring

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Multiple judges

Supreme Champion Group, Female and Male FRIDAY 10 MAY

Datamars Livestock Young Judges Competition

Timetable correct as at 8 April 2024

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COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP

COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP CQLX (OFF-SITE VENUE)

CQLX (OFF-SITE VENUE)

5-6 May A permanent fixture on Beef Australia’s calendar of events where Australian commercial cattlemen and cattlewomen compete for a chance to have their cattle awarded best in the country. The Championship aims to ensure Australia’s beef industry remains productive and profitable by selecting judges with comprehensive knowledge on current market specifications, relevant to market drivers and modern production parameters. Sunday 5 May 9.00am 1.00pm-4.00pm

Judging Commences Young Commercial Judges Competition

Monday 6 May 8.00am Official Opening of the Sale and Announcement of Champions 8.30am Sale of Champions and Feature Sale Commences Winners will be announced at the Nutrien Ag Solutions Commercial Cattle Championship Awards Dinner on Monday, 6th May. Find out more about the Awards Dinner on page 87 in the Functions Section. 20

YOUNG COMMERCIAL JUDGES COMPETITION 5 May | 1.00pm-4.00pm Young cattlemen and cattlewomen from around Australia will go head-tohead to compete at Beef2024 in the Young Commercial Judges Competition. With four different age categories, starting at Under 10 Years and running through to Under 18 Years, competitors will be required to judge four pens on conformation, muscling, market suitability and evenness of the pen. Points will be awarded for the order in which these pens are placed. The top five in each category will be selected to comment on the pens judged. Presentation of awards will occur following the Competition.

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SALE OF CHAMPIONS AND FEATURE SALE CQLX (OFF-SITE VENUE) 6 May | 8.00am All cattle entered in the Nutrien Ag Solutions Commercial Cattle Championship will be sold at auction, attracting livestock buyers and industry participants from around the country.

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Get in on the action and arrive ready to pass a discerning eye over championship winners before bidding starts at 8.00am. This sale is free to attend and open to everyone.

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THE FUTURE OF MEAT PROCESSING Come meet the team and explore the emerging technologies advancing the meat processing industry.

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Proud partners of Beef Australia 2024

Sustainability from paddock to plate A display of the latest programs and research showcasing solutions and technology that embrace sustainability and set beef producers up for success. Book one of our industry expert seminars (bookings essential) – Our sustainable Australian beef industry looking at the achievements and opportunities from paddock to plate and The customer – what on earth do they want now? to hear what they’re hearing from their customers, what they’re doing in their businesses and what it means for the Australian beef industry.

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NATIONAL BEEF CARCASE COMPETITION

7 May | AMPC National Beef Carcase Competition, Supported by MLA Meat Standards Australia The AMPC National Beef Carcase Competition, supported by MLA Meat Standards Australia, is conducted as part of the Beef Australia 2024 program of events. The competition takes place over 12 months in the lead-up to Beef2024, where dedicated producers from across Australia grow out their best carcase against competition criteria and put it to the test to be judged and ranked against current market specifications. The competition aims to give feedback to producers about compliance of beef carcases to market specifications, lean meat yield, and predicted eating quality of those carcases (MSA index). The appraisal system utilised in the competition is specifically designed to meet both export and domestic market requirements and uses the latest technology available to the beef industry. The competition concludes at Beef2024 with the winners announced at the AMPC National Beef Carcase Competition Awards Dinner, supported by MLA Meat Standards Australia on Tuesday, 7th May. Find out more about the Awards Dinner on page 90, in the Functions Section.

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TECH AND INNOVATION

BEEF AUSTRALIA’S TRIENNIAL EVENT IS A BUZZING SHOWCASE OF THE LATEST AND UP AND COMING AG TECH AND CARBON SOLUTIONS IN AUSTRALIA With a dedicated tech and innovation hub within the event precinct where interactive and hands-on displays can be enjoyed, the iconic evokeAG Pitch In The Paddock event, and a week-long program of Tech & Innovation Talks, Beef2024 will expose you to on-trend, new and futuristic concepts for Australia’s beef industry.

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PITCH IN THE PADDOCK

THE STADIUM

8 May | 1.00pm-3.00pm

It’s the most nerve-racking event on the Beef Australia calendar, but one not to be missed. evokeAG Pitch In The Paddock is the only Ag pitching competition of its type in the world. It offers entrepreneurial talent the opportunity to present their beef-centric business idea, proof of concept, prototype, or new product to a panel of investors, live, and on stage in front of the largest gathering of beef industry stakeholders, influencers, media and consumers in the southern hemisphere. And having passed the preliminary round with $10,000 up for grabs, the ‘steaks’ are high! The adrenalin will be pumping as contestants present a fiveminute pitch for their innovation or concept to the panel of investors. Head along to the evokeAG Pitch In The Paddock event to see eight ag-entrepreneurial innovators and inventors go head-tohead in the pitch of their life, and witness Australia’s next big beef business being born.

Find out more about competition finalists and judges across the following pages.

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FINALISTS

TECH AND INNOVATION

DR ANDREW LEECH

BEAU SKERRETT

Dr Leech has over 20 years’ experience developing technology in the biotech industry, commercialising animal health, aquaculture, agriculture, and human therapeutic products.

Beau grew up on a mixed cropping, cattle, and sheep farm in Werris Creek, NSW. After working worldwide for the world’s top polo players, and managing a small herd of full-blood wagyus, Beau now runs his own property alongside his wife outside Warwick, QLD.

Bovotica

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StockProtecta

Product StockProtecta was created to address prevalent challenges in cattle yards, serving as a robust and portable visual barrier that prevents stock from attempting to turn around in the race. It reduces distractions from the surrounding area, enhancing yard flow. The system contributes to the improvement of the cattle and calf race, loading ramp, and aids in preventing livestock bruising. Through extensive testing (18 months), StockProtecta has proven to be a convenient, portable, and swift solution for assisting farmers and their cattle in various yard scenarios.

TECH AND INNOVATION

BRONWYN DARLINGTON

JOANNE BARBER

LUKE CHAPLAIN

Bronwyn’s experience is born from living and working on the family’s 5,000-acre cattle and sheep property, with over 30 years industry experience and a PhD in Economics.

Joanne, a seasoned executive, has expertise spanning across complex regulations, harmonising carbon markets, and value chain management for successful product launches.

Luke, a fourth-generation grazier from north-west Queensland, is the founder of SkyKelpie and a leader in the agtech field due to his expertise in drone mustering.

Agscent Breath

Product Agscent pioneers breathbased livestock diagnostics - set to revolutionize methane measurement, pregnancy testing, and disease diagnostics with an affordable, cutting-edge nanotechnology platform. Agscent products collect and analyse animal breath and use algorithms to predict pregnancy, screen for disease and identify other biological states (such as methane levels) in a way which is easy to use, non-invasive, efficient, accurate, early, affordable and at the point of care. Agscent’s versatile GHG sensor unit measures continually and can be used for both individual and group measurements, indoors or outside – on its own or integrated into farm infrastructure. 28

Magic Meat Powder

Product Years of CSIRO-backed research has led to a process which converts low-value meat into a nutrient-dense and allergen-free ingredient, which can be added to any food product or sold as a supplement. Magic Meat Powder is positioned to increase the value we can obtain from a single animal entering the food chain. Our product not only addresses the current demand for bioavailable protein, it also aims to support the future demand to feed two billion extra people on the planet by 2050. We will build a strong Australian brand and establish our meat protein powder as a soughtafter and trusted, highly nutritious, shelf staple and soluble protein ingredient on a global scale.

SkyKelpie

Product SkyKelpie is the world-leader in drone mustering and aerial stockmanship. A range of products are being built that will help livestock handlers unlock the numerous benefits of this solution. SkyKelpie is already developing drone mustering systems and technology from the paddock up, backed by deep industry knowledge and practical experience. The company aims to empower graziers by unlocking regulations and technology and deliver industry specific training to support effective and efficient aerial mustering solutions.

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MARIE ELLUL

DR PHILLIP ZADA

ROB KELLY

Marie is the CEO of ART Lab Solutions, with a decade of networks built across beef and dairy stakeholders.

Dr Zada is the founder of Stoktake, with a PhD in Innovation and over 18 years experience working and leading projects.

Rob grew up on his family’s livestock property in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. He has an Ag Science degree, and has spent over a decade working in grain trading and risk and supply chain management.

ART Lab Solutions

Product ART Lab Solutions is a noninvasive pregnancy detection device in cattle, that precisely and wirelessly measures a fetal heart rate in 10 seconds at 30 days post fertility and is easy to use. The technology, the size of a wallet, is placed externally on the flank of a dairy cow to detect a fetal heart rate. It is sensitive enough to depict the fetal versus the mothers’ heart rate, drowning out all other noise. This technology will shrink the time gap between breeders making economic business decisions (e.g. sell herd stock, resynchronise empty cows, where to allocate high quality pasture etc.).

Stoktake

Product Stoktake aims to provide a low-cost, integrated, high-accuracy assurance, traceability, and verification platform, enabling the entire supply chain with a new standard for a connected livestock ecosystem. Using our patent-pending facial recognition, we have achieved a 99.65% accuracy for individual cattle, which will allow the producer to safely and securely manage livestock records digitally and, in the cloud, in a connected manner. Livestock can be identified throughout its life using a single image, which means everything from transfers, sale, insurance, and slaughter can be matched with digital records of the animal.

Agora Livestock

Product Agora Livestock is a digital stockbook for cattle buyers that captures critical purchase in a dashboard, giving their entire organisation a realtime source of truth for livestock purchases and sales. The platform includes key details (quantity, price, vendor, agent etc.), for the buyer and their colleagues (book-keepers, feedlot manager etc.). It also gives cattle buyers access to over 9,000 users of the free Agora Livestock Markets app and allows them to show when they are in the market and the type of cattle they want to buy - increasing their market access.

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JUDGES

DUNCAN FERGUSON

HARRIET MELLISH

A conversation with a northern grazier almost 30 years ago set Duncan on the path of agrifood tech investment, commercialisation, and innovation management.

Harriet is AgriFutures Australia’s General Manager of Global Innovation Networks; a focus area designed to engage with the global innovation system and ensure Australia is a leader in accessing and adopting, as well as developing and exporting agrifood technologies and innovation.

Head of Venture Growth and Investment, Farmers2Founders

The journey has seen Duncan co-founding and spinning out startups - including FutureFeed, Digital Agriculture Services, and v2food - to multinational collaboration in technologies ranging from genes to satellites, and seed to plate, across the supply chains of most agricultural industries. Duncan’s current role as Head of Venture Growth and Investment at Farmers2Founders allows him to follow his passion in supporting startups to develop and deliver viable solutions that deliver global impact and real value throughout the value chain.

General Manager, Global Innovation Networks, AgriFutures Australia

Within this role Harriet oversees AgriFutures Australia’s engagement with agrifood technology and innovation through programs such as AgriFutures growAG. platform, AgriFutures evokeAG. and the AgriFutures Producer Technology Uptake Program. Prior to this, Harriet held positions within the Coles Group spanning 9-years, including Head of Strategy and Transformation, and Business Category Manager.

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JULIA SPICER 0AM

MARK ALLISON

ROBERT BELL

Julia Spicer OAM was appointed as Queensland’s fifth Chief Entrepreneur in late 2022. The Queensland Chief Entrepreneur is the flag bearer for innovation and entrepreneurship in Queensland and Julia approaches this role with a strong focus on bringing the wealth of knowledge from the regions and creating connections throughout the Queensland Innovation Ecosystem to unlock practical solutions and tangible outcomes.

Mark’s 43-year agribusiness career spans technical, manufacturing, supply and distribution roles and businesses. Previous roles include Managing Director/ CEO of GrainGrowers Limited, Jeminex Limited, Farmoz Pty Ltd, Wesfarmers Landmark Limited, Wesfarmers CSBP Limited, CropCare Australasia Pty Ltd and General Manager of Incitec Fertilisers.

Rob is a leader in livestock production, working across extensive and intensive systems. He provides advisory for multi-national animal health companies, international pasture seed businesses, family farming operations and industry peak bodies.

Queensland Chief Entrepreneur

Along with her role as Queensland Chief Entrepreneur, Julia is the Founder of multiple regional businesses based in Goondiwindi, Queensland where she lives - Engage & Create Consulting, The Goondiwindi Business Hub. Julia continues to run her businesses and has a particular gift for engaging women and First Nations businesses in her work.

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Elders

Mark is currently Chair of the Agriculture and Natural Resources End-User Advisory Board of the SmartSat CRC, the Agrifood and Wine Advisory Board of the University of Adelaide, and a member of the Rabobank Food and Agriculture Advisory Board. On 19 September 2023 he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Adelaide for his experience and lifelong contribution to agriculture and agribusiness.

CTO and Co-Founder, ProAgni

As a consulting agronomist working on broad acre and horticulture crops, Rob gained experience with mixed farming businesses. It was here that he identified the large gap between growing feed for livestock and the utilisation of that feed. Rob uses his understanding of the interaction between soil, plant, and animal to formulate visionary strategy and process solutions for livestock production. Rob is a key member of the ProAgni research team and spearheads projects with its collaborators such as Cornell University, CSU, UNE, DAFQ and CSIRO. 31

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KEN COOMBE OAM TECH YARDS & INNOVATION HUB Forming part of Beef Australia’s Trade Fair, the Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub is a showcase of the latest ag tech and carbon solutions. Visit this trade fair site for: • A cohesive display of ag technology and carbon solutions demonstrating the synergies between different products and their application to improve beef production. • Hands-on and interactive display areas that resonate more with a visit to an operational tech farm. • A focus on tech that is market ready. • Introductions to software companies meeting the needs of beef producers and the wider beef industry. • A showcase of AgriTech and carbon solution start-up businesses in the dedicated EvokeAG Start Up Alley space. • A week-long program of NBN Tech and Innovation Talks, a program exposing you to on-trend, new and futuristic concepts for the beef industry.

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KEN COOMBE OAM TECH YARDS & INNOVATION HUB

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NBN TECH TALKS STAGE

6-10 May | All day

A dedicated space for local and global startups to showcase and demonstrate how technology and innovation is helping to address the global challenges facing the Beef Industry.

An open-plan meeting space for further engagement with exhibitors inside the Hub. If you’re looking to build your networks and further conversations with the businesses and start-ups exhibiting within the Hub, this space is for you.

A free series of tech, innovation, and carbon focused talks exposing you to on-trend, new and futuristic concepts for the beef industry. Scan the QR code across to view the NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Program.

Goodbye 3G. Hello to a better network experience. To help provide you with an improved experience, we’re evolving our mobile network. This means that on 30 June 2024 we’re switching off our 3G network. Our 4G and 5G networks will be available instead and offer an improved experience, representing the next leap forward in mobile network technology. Some of your devices - including handsets, medical devices, and EFTPOS machines - may need to be updated or replaced ahead of the closure to ensure ongoing service. We’re here to help you with the change and answer any questions you may have.

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Tailor-made insurance cover for Stock and Station Agents Stock & Station Agents Co-operative (SSAC) has become the national leader within its sphere of operations, with its members insuring turnovers close to $3 billion annually. Members insured sales include major Australian buyers in the fields of meat processing, butchers, abattoirs, feedlots, backgrounders, agents and live exporters. SSAC understands the inherent exposures in the livestock industry and offers a suite of specialised insurance solutions under its member insurance program, Stockinsure.

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INTERNATIONAL

INTERNATIONAL DELEGATES RETURN FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2018 THROUGH THE POPULAR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM The International Program aims to promote the Australian beef industry and facilitate international trade, by creating networking opportunities with key beef industry personnel from across the globe through the Handshakes Program. It will also aim to provide international delegates with the opportunity to: • learn about the Australian beef industry • explore potential business opportunities • join the conversation on sustainability, climate change and trade issues • partake in facilitated trade meetings • tour beef cattle stations • participate in an educational seminar program • receive updates on the latest in Agri Tech • visit trade exhibitions and networking events • taste and eat some of Australia’s best beef

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HANDSHAKES PROGRAM

INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS

6-10 May | All day

6-8 May

Business matching program that aims to facilitate collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking opportunities within the global beef industry.

Beef Australia will be hosting three tailored seminars for international delegates.

For Australian beef industry stakeholders Provides valuable opportunities to establish new business partnerships, gain valuable insights into international markets, and promote the Australian beef industry to the world.

Monday 6 May James Lawrence B 12.00pm-1.30pm Australian beef industry 101

For international delegates Provides a platform to meet and engage with leading Australian beef industry stakeholders including producers, processors and suppliers.

Tuesday 7 May James Lawrence A 11.45am-1.15pm Innovating Investment in the Beef Industry

LAWD INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LOUNGE

The program aims to establish business relationships with suppliers of: • Genetics • Industry equipment • Technology • Logistics • Marketing • Investment

JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION

Wednesday 8 May James Lawrence A 7.45am-9.15am How are we securing our future trade - Market access

LAWD INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LOUNGE CENTRE RING

6-10 May | 8.30am-5.00pm The exclusive and intimate space invites sponsors, members, international visitors, Handshakes Program participants and VIPs to network, discuss the industries trending issues and forge new business partnerships. Perched overlooking the Nutrien Ag Solutions Stud Cattle Championship in Centre Ring, the LAWD International Business Lounge is fit with a bar, relaxing lounges, and casual and formal meeting spaces.

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ENGAGE WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS AS THEY SHARE THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND PASSION FOR THE INDUSTRY Whether you want to learn more about farm operations or the agricultural industry in general, interested in hearing about tech, finance and legal topics, wanting to understand rural education, or are a next generation beef leader, there’s something for everyone across Beef Australia’s Seminar Program, Cattle Australia Breakfast Symposium and the Westpac Property Tour Program.

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A powerful voice representing cattle producers and beef lovers everywhere The Cattle Australia team wants to know how we can support beef producers and advocate to create a sustainable industry for future generations. Come find us at the AAM Investment Group site and share your ideas.

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BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM

THE STADIUM

6 May | 7.00am for a 7.30am start, 12.00pm close

Keynote: Former New Zealand Prime Minister Rt Hon Sir John Key, joined by a team of remarkable commentators providing insight and intelligence. What you can expect, apart from a great breakfast in the company of the everyday heroes of our beef industry: A global, national and local look through the eyes of the most influential, at being influential in agriculture. Our speakers take delegates on a journey of exploration through politics, climate and social influence from the northern hemisphere to our own shores. Topics • Session 1: The reality of what is coming at us • Session 2: Keynote: On being influential • Session 3: Straightening the narrative • Session 4: The troubled journey to challenge a live export policy decision based on emotion not science • Session 5: Shooting the rapids • Panel discussion 44

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RT HON SIR JOHN KEY

Keynote Speaker Rt Hon Sir John Key was Prime Minister of New Zealand from 2008 to 2016, winning three general elections as leader of the centre-right National Party. He led the country through the aftermath of the global financial crisis and a series of devastating earthquakes in New Zealand’s secondbiggest city.

SUE MIDDLETON

Session 4 Speaker Sue is a farmer and respected agribusiness leader. Sue and her husband developed Moora Citrus, a greenfields citrus development in WA, and previously they were broadacre and livestock farmers. Sue has been a commissioner on the WA Agricultural Produce Commission and was the Economics and Farm Business NFF Policy Chair for three years.

RALPH SCHOELLHAMMER

Session 1 Speaker Ralph is an economist and political theorist at Webster University Vienna and the Hungarian Think-Tank MCC Budapest. His work primarily deals with the question of how cultural convictions impact policy outcomes, with a special focus on energy policies.

ROWAN MCMONNIES

Session 5 Speaker Rowan has been Managing Director of Australian Eggs since 2016 – leading the industry-owned research and development corporation through a period of renewal. He’s been closely involved in agriculture sector initiatives on innovation, animal welfare, community trust and environmental sustainability.

ALISON VAN EENENNAAM

Session 3 Speaker Alison is an animal geneticist and Professor of Cooperative Extension in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis, where she leads the Animal Genomics and Biotechnology Laboratory. Among her achievements include work on genome editing in cattle to alter the sex ratio of the calf drop.

TRENT THORNE

Host Trent is a Partner at Hamilton Locke and the co-leader of its Food and Agribusiness group. He is a recognised and committed legal specialist for the agricultural sector with over 19 years’ experience acting for food and agribusiness clients in a wide range of commercial matters.

Join UQ at Beef2024 Discover the latest research, innovation, education and training to make your beef business more competitive. Book now for the research seminar or visit our trade display and connect with the future of profitable and sustainable beef production.

Seminar – Genes, Germs, Greenhouse Gases, and Gastronomy Wednesday 8 May 9.45am – 11.15am James Lawrence Pavilion, Room A

UQ Trade Display – R18 & R31

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Beefing up your business with UQ

The Beef2024 Seminar Program will introduce you to trending and pressing topics across the entire beef supply chain. Gain insights into sustainable farming practices, cutting-edge technologies and the latest trends shaping the future of the industry while engaging with industry experts as they share their knowledge and passion for the industry. The 2024 Seminars Program will run from Monday 6th to Friday 10th May. Each session runs for 90 minutes, held in the James Lawrence Pavilion (rooms A or B).

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All seminars cost $55, including an online booking fee if purchasing online. Beef Australia’s Seminar Program is presented by: • • • • • • • • • •

Achmea Australia AgForce Angus Australia Bank of Queensland Better Choices Cattle Australia CQUniversity (CQU) Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) Elders Farmbot

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Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association (ICPA) Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) Ord Minnett Queensland Government Synergy Consolidated The Australian Beef Sustainability Framework (ABSF) Sustainability Steering Group The University of Queensland Vytelle

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Learn from industry experts and leaders, and navigate the evolving landscape of the beef industry.

MONDAY, 6TH MAY | 9.45AM JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY SCAN THE QR CODE OR GO TO www.beefaustralia.com.au Insurance issued by Achmea Schadeverzekeringen N.V. (Achmea) ABN 86 158 237 702 AFSL 433984.

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AT BEEF 2024 Come round to the Westpac marquee O4 today and see how far we go for farming. Whatever your business’ goal, we have the agribusiness know-how to help your business grow. Banking is rarely this well done. See you today. Proud Principal Partner of Beef 2024.

The properties included in the 2024 Westpac Property Tour Program provide something for everyone and highlight producer operations across a range of land types and management styles, showcasing innovation and best practice within the Australian beef industry.

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PROPERTY TOUR PROGRAM As a property tour guest, you will experience firsthand some of Australia’s premier properties, and why the Rockhampton region is acknowledged as the true Beef Capital of Australia. As part of the program, you can also experience a variety of city tours exploring Rockhampton City and surrounds. Embark on a journey of culture, history and plenty of delicious food and beverages along the way. The program offers a range of full day and half day tours. Find out more about each property tour across the following pages.

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HENDERSON PARK

LAKE LEARMONTH

BONDOOLA MEADOWS

5 May | 10.15am-4.00pm

6 May | 7.15am-5.00pm

6 May | 7.30am-5.00pm

The Anderson Family invites you to explore their wide array of operations - the strong focus on regenerative practices, plus gain insight into elements of herd genetics, waterway improvements, and how they navigate drought and market resilience.

Your hosts Neil and Clare Farmer will showcase 2,450 hectares of coastal grazing country with a focus on biologicals, livestock impact, and rotational grazing to improve soil health, located 45km north of Rockhampton.

Welcome to Bondoola Meadows, home of Sir Graham McCamley (Tartrus Brahmans), for a unique tour demonstrating how beef genetics is paving the way for profitability.

MYSTERY PARK

GREENLAKE

GREENFIELDS

6 May | 7.00am-6.00pm

7 May | 7.45am-4.00pm

7 May | 8.15am-5.00pm

Your hosts Ainsley and Rob McArthur invite you to develop an understanding of enhancing the value of their natural capital and profitable beef grazing business that goes hand in hand with the family business.

The Price’s welcome you to explore a visually beautiful property with significant areas of floodplain, ponded pasture and birdlife. Hear their experience with female fertility, property development, and grazing management and how they incorporate technology in the business.

The Marshall family welcome you to enjoy a full-day tour touching on aspects of regenerative farming, multi-species cropping, and their Charbray stud on 1,290 hectares 103km southwest of Rockhampton.

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FULL DAY

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TEN MILE

FULL DAY 7 May | 7.30am-5.00pm

Paul invites you to explore how they graze 3,500 Wagyu using a combination of grasses, gain in-depth knowledge on data collection, artificial insemination processes, embryo production and transfers as well as invitro fertilisation.

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LAKE PLEASANT

FULL DAY

8 May | 7.45am-4.30pm

8 May | 8.00am-5.00pm

The McLeods welcome you to gain an in-depth knowledge of regenerative agriculture and examine their Lucerne multispecies hay property. Gain inspiration and knowledge as Matt and Justine share their business journey.

A tour highlighting the benefits of development in the Rockhampton Regional Shire. Gain an understanding of how these developments increase prosperity and the overall long-term benefits for the future.

CQ UNIVERSITY CENTRAL QUEENSLAND INNOVATION AND RESEARCH PRECINCT

MOONKAN PARK

HALF DAY

9 May | 8.30am-3.00pm

8 May | 8.30am-1.00pm

Join the Lisle’s as they delve into areas of regenerative agriculture, fodder cropping, natural cap and renewable energy. They will touch on grant and loan opportunities they have experienced, hoping to broaden knowledge and open insight to the possibilities available.

Your host CQ University invites you to the Central Queensland Innovation and Research Precinct for a behind-the-scenes look at the latest in livestock technologies.

HALF DAY

FULL DAY

GLADSTONE PORTS CORPORATION FULL DAY

9 May | 8.15am-4.00pm Gladstone Ports Corporation welcome you to explore their port facility, an integral component of our beef industry.

FULL DAY 9 May | 8.00am-5.00pm

Your hosts Kash and Jos Maclean welcome you to share their experience with a soil carbon project, as they showcase how you can graze your land effectively whilst having a soil carbon project.

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COOLUM

BULLS, BOATS & BOTANIC NOTES 6 May | 9.00am-1.00pm

Explore Rockhampton by water with a scenic River Cruise followed by a public art Bull Statue tour and a guided walk of the 100 year old trees at the Botanic Gardens. Finish up with a lunch under the Banyan Fig Trees.

FBA explores solutions with land managers that benefit their business and their land. We are the people walking alongside you.

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HISTORY, HER-STORY, HOPS & HEIFERS

CAVES, COWS & COCKTAILS

7 May | 11.00am-2.00pm

8 May | 2.00pm-5.00pm

Explore Rockhampton’s colourful history with a tour along the National Trusts’ longest heritage strip. Enjoy a signature beef dish paired with a fresh brew whilst listening to the tales of a local matriarch’s life on the land, finishing with a tour of Rockhampton’s famous bull statues.

Take a one hour tour of one of the largest privately owned cave systems in Australia, followed by a sightsee of Rockhampton’s famous bull statues. Finish the afternoon with a cocktail or mocktail overlooking the beautiful Fitzroy River (Tunuba) at the Boathouse waterfront restaurant.

BUSH TUCKER & DARUMBAL TALES 9 May | 2.00pm-5.00pm

Explore Rockhampton with Traditional Land Custodians, the Darumbal people, with an On Country experience where you will learn about significant sites, listen to Darumbal dreaming stories, identify medicinal plants and taste bush tucker atop Nurim Circuit that overlooks the city and Tunuba (Fitzroy River).

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How does a 65,000 acre property continue to grow? Third generation cattle graziers Peter and Shari Knudsen can count on BOQ Agribusiness to help them. We work closely with them to understand their business and offer a personal, informed approach to their finance and succession plan. We’re there to ensure the family enterprise goes from strength to strength, generation to generation. That’s how BOQ backs the Knudsen family. Find out how we can back your business. boq.com.au/agribusiness

7-8 MAY

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SILAGE. IT’S FUTURE PROOF. ‘Future proof’ your livestock operation with silage, the proven way to store high quality fodder for months, years or even decades! As Australia’s leading provider of silage inoculants, sealing systems and technical support, Lallemand Animal Nutrition has all the advice you need to grow, harvest, store and feed out quality silage. Contact us today on (07) 5451 0125 and find out how silage can ‘future proof’ your feed requirements.

Find us at Beef Australia 2024! Silage talks and refreshments at 4 pm each day.

EDUCATION

CONNECTING STUDENTS WITH VARIOUS ASPECTS OF THE AGRICULTURAL SUPPLY CHAIN The Suncorp Bank School’s Program, supported by MLA Australian Good Meat Education, will once again deliver a range of events and programs throughout Beef2024 for primary students, secondary students, and teachers. The program aims to educate students about the origins of their food and fibre, engaging them with a wealth of primary production and agricultural sectors and raise the profile of careers and career paths available in the agricultural industry, while showcasing the Australian cattle industry.

EDUCATION

SCHOOL’S PROGRAM The Suncorp Bank School’s Program, supported by MLA Australian Good Meat Education, will see sessions connecting school students with various aspects of the agricultural supply chain including producers, agribusiness, suppliers, agents and more. The 2024 Program will run over a six week in-class block prior to Beef2024, and across Tuesday 7th May through to Friday 10th May 2024 at Beef2024.

BEEF BOOT COMPETITION ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION 7-10 May | All day

There will be a dedicated Schools’ Zone in the Robert Schwarten Pavilion and curriculum focused tours conducted throughout Beef2024. During the Program, primary school students were invited to participate in the Beef Boot Competition, where they were to decorate a boot graphic on paper in the theme of From paddock to my plate - why agriculture is important to me. The top 10 entries from each age group will be on display at Beef2024.

TRADE FAIR

WANDER THROUGH 600 TRADE FAIR EXHIBITS IN OUR NEW PRECINCT BASED SITE PLAN The Beef Australia Trade Fair is where ideas transform into reality, and partnerships take root. Engage in dynamic conversations, forge invaluable relationships, and explore a spectrum of products and services that cater to every aspect of the beef supply chain. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring entrepreneur or a producer looking to increase your productivity, the Beef Australia Trade Fair is your ultimate Beef2024 destination. But that’s not all – the Trade Fair also boasts a vibrant Lifestyle Precinct, where the fusion of lifestyle and agriculture comes alive. Explore a curated selection of lifestyle brands, artisanal products, and unique experiences that celebrate the essence of rural living. The Beef Australia Trade Fair is your gateaway to innovation, connection, genetics, machinery, and lifestyle. It will be open from 8.30am till 5.30pm daily.

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MACHINERY & AG PRECINCT 6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm Explore the latest advancements in farm machinery, from powerful tractors and precision planters to innovative irrigation systems and automated feeding solutions. Engage directly with knowledgeable experts and industry pioneers who are at the forefront of agricultural innovation.

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The heart and soul of Beef Australia - showcasing close to 2,000 head of cattle across 28 breeds. The Cattle Precinct is a canvas that showcases the stunning diversity and genetic excellence that the world of beef has to offer.

LIFESTYLE PRECINCT

PARTNER PRECINCT

A curated selection of lifestyle brands, artisanal products, and unique experiences that celebrate the essence of rural living. Discover fashion treasures that seamlessly blend comfort and style, ranging from rugged outdoor wear to sophisticated urban-chic attire.

Meet and network with Beef Australia’s event Partners. Hear how their business can help you and your business, learn about the services they can provide, and build valuable relationships with their dedicated business representatives in your area. Outside of this precinct, Partners are also featured prominently throughout Beef2024.

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WALTER PIERCE PAVILION 6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm Explore a spectrum of products and services, engage in conversations with Queensland schools and key Beef Australia partners, and shop around for some fine jewellery - all to be found across 100 trade sites in the Walter Pierce Pavilion. A cafe with seating is also available.

ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION

6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm

EXHIBITION HALL

6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm

Well-known as the hub for cutting-edge cattle genetics and reproduction research and technologies. Head to this air-conditioned hall if you want to find out more about the latest developments in these areas.

KEN COOMBE OAM TECH YARDS & INNOVATION HUB 6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm

Escape the heat of the day and wander through over 90 trade sites in an airconditioned pavilion. The Coles Kitchen, situated in the Robert Schwarten Pavilion, will also host cooking demonstrations and competitions that are not to be missed during Beef2024. 66

The heart and soul of all things tech and innovation in Australia’s beef industry. If you’re wanting to learn about the latest products and services available in the industry with a tech focus, this is the place for you.

TRADE FAIR

AGRICULTURAL HALL

MCKENZIE PAVILION

A demonstration kitchen can be found in the Agricultural Hall where a lineup of celebrity chefs and key food personalities will be doing cooking demonstrations. There will also be 15 trade sites selling packaged food items, wine, and retail products.

New to Beef2024 is the inclusion of exhibition space in the McKenzie Pavilion. Wander the aisles for a mix of exhibitors servicing the wider agricultural industry, along with retail, education and lifestyle sites. The pavilion also showcases some of the wonderful charity organisations in the rural landscape.

6-10 May | 8.30am-5.30pm

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We go to great lengths for Coles Brand Aussie fresh beef We care about the food that you eat. That’s why all of our delicious Coles Brand fresh beef is 100% Aussie, has no added hormones, and comes from our beef farming partners like the Reid’s Paringa property in Capella, Queensland. So you can enjoy tasty beef every day.

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What’s happening in the Coles Kitchen Monday 6 May

Tuesday 7 May

Wednesday 8 May

Thursday 9 May

Friday 10 May

9am to 10am

Coles Beef Sampling

10am to 11am

MasterChef Cook off

Cooking with MasterChefs

Kids in the Kitchen

12pm to 1pm

Coles Carbon Neutral Program

Beef Paddock to Plate

1pm to 2pm

Beef Paddock to Plate

Cooking with MasterChefs

2pm to 3pm

Cooking with MasterChefs

3pm to 4pm

Cooking with MasterChefs

Coles Beef Sampling

5pm to 6pm

Coles Beef Sampling

No Kitchen Program

Coles Beef Sampling

Kitchen Program Concludes

11am to 12pm

Kids in the Kitchen

NEXT GEN

SHAPING THE FUTURE LEADERS OF THE BEEF COMMUNITY Tailored towards young professionals, Beef Australia’s Next Gen Program is driven by the Next Gen Committee designed to support and educate the next generation. The Next Gen Program has a strong focus on supporting those working in the industry, from corporate roles and family businesses across the beef supply chain, to those just starting out in the industry after school or looking for a career change. The 2024 Program will provide opportunities to connect with industry leaders, develop a network of connections, and build industry knowledge giving participants the confidence to grow and progress in their careers. The Next Gen Program is ideal for those who: • Currently work in the beef industry • Are looking to break into the beef industry • Want to contribute further to the beef industry through industry committees and boards • Have a passion for the beef industry that they are looking to develop.

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WELCOME FUNCTION

LAWD INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LOUNGE

NEXT GEN FORUM

JAMES LAWRENCE A 9 May | 8.30am-5.00pm

8 May | 6.00-8.30pm An evening meet and greet with like-minded peers. Hear from leaders in the field of communication and networking to help you maximise your outcomes for the week.

Join key industry representatives as they unpack how to future proof your beef. Learn through keynote speakers, facilitated discussions and activities on what is ahead of the industry and how you can best prepare for it.

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THE RED LION (OFF-SITE VENUE)

SCHWARTEN ARENA

10 May | 7.00-11.00pm 9 May | 7.00-10.30pm Bringing together young professionals and senior members across the industry in a semi-formal event, to assist in cementing networks. Hear from keynote speaker Anna Speer, Managing Director of Woolworths’ new protein business Greenstock.

Don your finest hat and pair of heels and dance the night away with the hottest ticket in the Next Gen Program. An evening with Pia Pressure (DJ), canapes, a beverage on arrival and drink tickets included - this party is a must for your Beef2024 social calendar.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

INDULGE YOUR TASTE BUDS AND SAVOUR THE DELICIOUS FLAVOURS OF PREMIUM AUSTRALIAN BEEF Beef2024 is not just about learning and networking - it’s also about eating your way through our onsite restaurants, cafes, cooking demonstrations, and the brand new M’Eat Street and BBQ Precinct. Beef Australia’s iconic Celebrity Chef program will also return to Beef2024, with celebrity chefs Justine Schofield, Matt Golinski, Tom Hitchcock, John Torode MBE, Miguel Maestre, Hayden Quinn, Andy Hearnden, Jess Pryles, Iron Chef Sakai and Mark Olive. Find out more about the Celebrity Chef Program, restaurants, bars, and dining precincts across the following pages or scan the QR code for a full list of food vendors at Beef2024.

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CELEBRITY CHEF PROGRAM With a lineup of renowned culinary maestros taking centre stage to bring you a fine afternoon or evening of tasty beef cuts and lively entertainment, the Celebrity Chef Restaurant is an experience you don’t want to miss out on. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to meet Australian and International celebrity chefs and learn about what it is they love about cooking beef before indulging in a delicious and beautifully curated three course meal. The Celebrity Chef Restaurant can be found in Centre Ring and will be hosting lunch and dinner from Monday 6th till Friday 10th May. Find out more about each celebrity chef coming to Beef2024 across the following pages. You can also catch the chefs doing live cooking demonstrations in the Agricultural Hall. Find out more on page 79. The Celebrity Chef Restaurant is brought to you by the following Partners

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

MATT GOLINSKI

TOM HITCHCOCK

6 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

7 May | 12.30pm-3.30pm

Justine has a daily food show, Everyday Gourmet, as well as her cooking and travel series. She appears at food events all over Australia and works with various charities. Justine has well and truly established herself as a familiar and wellrespected face of Australian food and the media industry.

A native to the Sunshine Coast, Matt is a professional chef with a passion for creating cuisine using fresh, seasonal and local ingredients. One of the original team members of Ready Steady Cook, Matt has worked as executive chef at some of Queensland’s leading restaurants over his 32-year career.

Winner of Queensland Chef of the Year 2022 and Australian Chef of the Year 2023, as well as Head Chef of the Award-winning Restaurant Spirit House, young Chef Tom Hitchcock is pioneering Southeast Asian cuisine with a modern twist and furthering the kitchen culture for the sustainability of Chefs in the industry.

JOHN TORODE MBE

MIGUEL MAESTRE

JESS PRYLES

7 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

8 May | 12.30pm-3.30pm

9 May | 12.30pm-3.30pm

A hugely popular and influential figure on the UK culinary circuit, Australianborn British Chef John Torode MBE is best known as the straight-talking cohost and judge of BBC1’s MasterChef, Celebrity MasterChef and previously, Junior MasterChef. He is also a regular guest chef on ITV’s This Morning.

Having worked in various kitchens around the world, and alongside some of Australia’s best chefs, Miguel has now made Sydney his home with his first Spanish Restaurant in Australia El Toro Loco, the biggest Spanish restaurant in the country, incorporating Spanish ingredients and cooking styles in his menus.

Founder of the Hardcore Carnivore brand, Jess is an Australian born food and cooking personality widely known for her expertise in barbecue, meat, and smoking techniques. She spent years educating herself on all things meat which eventually led her to become a professional chef, cookbook author, TV personality, and meat scientist.

JUSTINE SCHOFIELD

Presented by AgTrade & Paradigm Foods

6 May | 12.30pm-3.30pm

Presented by John Dee

Presented by Beef Australia

Presented by AACo

Presented by Nolan Meats

Presented by Mort & Co.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

HAYDEN QUINN & ANDY HEARNDEN

IRON CHEF SAKAI

8 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

9 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

Hayden is a surfer, writer, marine biologist, TV personality and lover of all things food. His easy-going nature and enthusiasm for travel, the ocean, people and great food, make him one of Australia’s best-loved media personalities, with his own shows Taste of Australia and Taste of Australian BBQ Special.

Longing for ‘Pure-White Chef Coat and Tall Hat’, Mr. Sakai first began cooking at age 17. Over 40 years has passed, and all guests at La Rochelle have been supporting him on an incredible journey. His dishes are well-known for their beautiful tone of colour and the Japanese KaisekiStyle decoration.

Presented by Kilcoy Global Foods

Andy, better known as Andy Cooks, is a digital chef who creates online cooking videos for his 14 million subscribers. He shares his 20+ years’ experience in professional kitchens to help people make better food at home, focusing on inspiring home cooks and budding chefs to enjoy more meals at home.

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FOOD THE WORLD LOVES TO EAT Kilcoy Global Foods is a leading global provider of award-winning premium beef, lamb, and protein solutions to more than 35 countries, with state-of-the-art operations in Australia, North America, and China.

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MARK OLIVE

Presented by CRC for Developing Northern Australia

10 May | 12.30pm-3.30pm Mark’s passion for fusing native food and culture with contemporary lifestyle cooking has led to an international profile specialising in gourmet Australian Indigenous Cuisine. He created and starred in his own television series The Outback Café which can still be seen internationally.

LIVE COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS Supported by Betta Home Living

AGRICULTURAL HALL 6-10 May | Timetable below Catch the Beef2024 Celebrity Chefs and the Makani Australian Butchers Team on stage as they bring you live cooking demonstrations in the Demo Kitchen. Learn how to prepare delicious beef dishes, find out more about the Celebrity Chefs and butchers and their backgrounds, and how to cook beef the best way.

DEMO KITCHEN TIMETABLE DAY

CHEF

TIME

MONDAY 6 MAY

Makani Australian Butchers Team

9.00am-9.45am

John Torode MBE

10.30am-11.15am

Troy Wheeler

12.00pm-12.45pm

TUESDAY 7 MAY

WEDNESDAY 8 MAY

THURSDAY 9 MAY

FRIDAY 10 MAY

Tom Hitchcock

1.30pm-2.15pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

3.00pm-3.45pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

9.00am-9.45am

Sam Burke - MLA

12.00pm-12.45pm

Justine Schofield

1.30pm-2.15pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

3.00pm-3.45pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

9.00am-9.45am

Iron Chef Sakai

10.30am-11.15am

Matt Golinski

1.30pm-2.15pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

3.00pm-3.45pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

9.00am-9.45am

Hayden Quinn

10.30am-11.15am

Miguel Maestre

1.30pm-2.15pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

3.00pm-3.45pm

Makani Australian Butchers Team

9.00am-9.45am

Jess Pryles

10.30am-11.15am

Makani Australian Butchers Team

1.30pm-2.15pm

Timetable correct as at 8 April 2024

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

SITES O66, O67 & O68 IN THE OUTDOOR CATTLE PRECINCT

ROCKY

SIMMENTALS & SIMBRAHS

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

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RESTAURANTS

THE ROCKS RINGSIDE

GROUND LEVEL, LAWD INTERNATIONAL LOUNGE

SIGNATURE BEEF HOUSE

NEAR GATE 1 ENTRANCE 6-10 May | 9.00am-10.00pm

6-10 May | 7.00am till late Experience unique butchery and a dining experience not to be missed with a menu created by Butcher Girl Alison, demonstrating her love for beef and unravelling the secrets behind each cut. Scan the QR code above to book. Walk-ins also welcome.

The Angus Family of Signature Beef have joined forces with Executive Chef Shane Bailey and wife, Lucinda, to create a once-in-a-lifetime fine dining Beef House. This restaurant promotes our eccentricity for beef and the endless possibilities of creating value in a carcase. Reservations and walk-ins welcome.

HOG’S BREATH CAFE

MCCAMLEY PAVILION 6-10 May | 10.30am-9.00pm

The Hog’s Breath experience is based on good times, great company, and amazing food for the whole family. We still keep this tradition alive today, serving delicious meals to hungry customers. Reservations at (07) 4926 3646 and walk-ins welcome. 82

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BARS AND DINING PRECINCTS

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

M’EAT STREET & BBQ

THE LAWN

Step into the vibrant and delicious realm at the heart of Beef2024’s food and entertainment precincts. Feast your way through food trucks and enjoy the well-stocked bar and daily free entertainment program. Follow the smoky goodness and indulge in the biggest and best meat smokers and BBQs from around the country.

Seeking a laid-back space to unwind with friends or connect with colleagues over drinks? The Lawn is calling your name. Nestled adjacent to the Schwarten Arena, The Lawn invites you to enjoy a Great Northern, framed against a backdrop of vibrant green grass, well-stocked bar and daily live entertainment from 12.00pm – late daily.

CATTLEMAN’S BAR

CHAMPAGNE LOUNGE

Escape the hustle and bustle with a cold beverage in hand at the Cattleman’s Bar. A prime spot to soak in the excitement of the Nutrien Ag Solutions Stud Cattle Championship, all within the confines of an airconditioned space.

Casual and sophisticated luxury, creating a perfect haven within the hustle and bustle of Beef2024. Indulge in an ambiance of elegance and exclusivity and sip on premium sparkling wines. Whether you’re en route to your dining destination or seeking a leisurely afternoon, the Champagne Lounge offers carefully curated comfort.

6-10 May | 12.00pm till late

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TRADE THE CORPORATE ATTIRE FOR EVENING WEAR AND JOIN US AT ONE OF THE MANY SOCIAL EVENTS ON THE CALENDAR Whether you’re an industry expert, a food enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a good time with a group of friends, Beef2024’s social events are the perfect blend of taste, culture, and connection. Beef2024 will see iconic social events back on the program, with new additions to the calendar.

FUNCTIONS

RB SELLARS OFF THE LEAD STUD CATTLE EXHIBITOR MEET AND GREET

ROCKY SPORTS CLUB (OFF-SITE VENUE) 5 May | 5.30pm-8.30pm

The RB Sellars Off the Lead Stud Cattle Exhibitor Meet and Greet is a casual event at the Rocky Sports Club for stud cattle exhibitors to catch up and mingle before engaging in the friendly yet overly competitive Suncorp Bank Battle of the Breeds Tug-O-War.

WAGYU LONG LUNCH

THE LONG PADDOCK 6 May | 11.30am-3.00pm

Passion for exceptional cuisine meets the perfection of Australian Wagyu beef. Surround yourself with friends, colleagues and industry representatives at this delicious new event on the Beef2024 social calendar, and listen to the persuasive voice of Dr Anneline Padayachee as she takes you on a journey of food and nutrition science.

COMMBANK NOSE TO TAIL THE LONG PADDOCK

5 May | 6.30pm-11.00pm Immerse yourself in an evening centered on a captivating live demonstration of a carcase breakdown, unveiling the array of beef cuts through an engaging interactive show. Discover the art of optimising each cut and gain insights into their best culinary applications, all while indulging in a fivecourse meal featuring perfectly matched cuts of beef.

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS DINNER THE LONG PADDOCK

6 May | 6.30pm-10.30pm A grand occasion that recognises the pinnacle of excellence in the commercial cattle realm. Join us as we honour the dedication, hard work, and ingenuity of Australian beef producers, and witness the crowning of the winners from the Nutrien Ag Solutions Commercial Cattle Championship and Young Commercial Judge’s Competition.

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RABOBANK BEEF INDUSTRY AWARDS DINNER Presented by Queensland Country Life

THE STADIUM

6 May | 7.00pm-10.30pm

7 May | 7.00am-9.00am

Acknowledging the efforts and achievements of innovators and leaders in the beef industry, culminating in the presentation of the Queensland Country Life Red Meat Achiever of the Year Award and the Rabobank Young Beef Ambassador.

A new breakfast with keynote speaker Professor John Gilliland, emceed by Greenstock’s Managing Director Anna Speer providing thoughts, provocative and curious, on circularity, systems thinking, and the interconnectedness that binds us together.

200 YEARS OF AUSTRALIAN AGRICULTURE, A CELEBRATION BY AACO

AMPC NATIONAL BEEF CARCASE COMPETITION AWARDS DINNER

THE LONG PADDOCK

7 May | 12.00pm-3.00pm Honour a world of rich agricultural tradition, unwavering commitment, and deep legacy as AACo hosts a special celebration of Australian beef. This is an exceptional new event to the Beef2024 calendar recognising the 200th anniversary of the Australian Agricultural Company, by paying tribute to an industry that helped build a nation.

HEALTH - FROM THE GROUND UP BREAKFAST PRESENTED BY WOOLWORTHS

Supported by MLA Meat Standards Australia

THE STADIUM 7 May | 7.00pm-10.30pm A gala occasion where the triumphs of dedicated producers and processors from across the nation are honoured, following a 12-month competition journey. Join us for an evening of camaraderie and connections, as we share dinner with colleagues and prominent figures from the industry.

FUNCTIONS

RAY WHITE RURAL INDUSTRY BREAKFAST THE STADIUM

GRAEME ACTON BEEF CONNECTIONS LUNCH Supported by Westpac

THE LONG PADDOCK 8 May | 7.00am-9.00am 8 May | 12.00pm-3.00pm Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast served with a side of market insights and a touch of expertise, but not before a bit of banter from the Betoota Advocate boys Wendell Hussey and Errol Parker, at this new event on the Beef2024 calendar, the Ray White Rural Industry Breakfast.

Join the 2023-2024 Program cohort in a joyous lunch as they come together to celebrate the journey they have been on in the 14 months leading up to Beef2024. Hear about their experiences, learn about the innovative projects they have developed, and network with colleagues. Find out more about the 2024 Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program on page 125.

ANZ TENDER STEAKS AND TOUGH TALKS

RURAL PRESS CLUB BREAKFAST

8 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

9 May | 7.00am-9.00am

Partnering with Treasury Wines, the ANZ Tender Steaks and Tough Talks Dinner offers a unique dining experience for guests with a carefully curated paired steak and wine three course dinner featuring Richard Mattner, Chief Winemaker for Pepperjack. Guests will also be treated to tough talks with keynote speakers Belinda Sharpe, Australia’s first NRL female referee, Troy Setter, CEO of Consolidated Pastoral Company and Steph Schmidt, farmer and psychologist as they reflect on their journeys.

One of the highest attended industry events on the Beef Australia calendar, where 700 industry colleagues and the best in Australian media meet at the Rural Press Club Breakfast. Network with like-minded professionals, journalists, and influencers who are shaping the narrative of our vibrant rural community before welcoming keynote speaker, Mark Eisele, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President-Elect along with David Foote, Cattle Australia Chair in a panel Q&A with the audience.

THE LONG PADDOCK

THE STADIUM

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WESTPAC HIGH TEA

THE MAIN EVENT DINNER, PRESENTED BY TEYS

9 May | 1.00pm-4.00pm

9 May | 6.30pm-9.30pm

Indulge in an afternoon of delicate pastries and succulent beef bites over premium teas and sparkling beverages at our ever-popular Westpac High Tea. Empowering regional, rural and remote women, the Westpac High Tea will again provide a blend of elegance and inspiration as special guest Sam Bloom shares her inspiring story.

An evening that will inspire, uplift, and entertain as former Wallabies Captain, Author and Business Leader, John Eales AM takes the stage. Dine with a legend, hear his stories of triumph and resilience, and feast on a delicious three-course dinner amongst friends.

BEEF BUSINESS SOIREE

NAB LADIES LUNCH

THE STADIUM

Presented by Warners Fine Jewellery

THE LONG PADDOCK

THE STADIUM

HEADRICKS LANE (VENUE OFF-SITE) 10 May | 12.00pm-3.00pm 9 May | 7.00pm-11.00pm Join 200 like-minded industry professionals at our Beef Business Soiree, presented by Warners Fine Jewellery, a casual cocktail event held offsite at one of Rockhampton’s premium hospitality venues, Headrick’s Lane. Connect with old friends and colleagues, establish new relationships, and exchange ideas. Catch up on all things beef in a relaxed setting, while enjoying top quality canapes and cocktails. 94

Round up the ladies for a fabulous afternoon of fine dining and engaging entertainment to acknowledge women doing extraordinary things. With a panel of guest speakers including 2023 Farmer of the Year Tess Herbert, co-owner of Gundamain Pastoral, Lucy Corrigan, Director of Rennylea Pastoral Company, and Melinee Leather, Leather Cattle Company, there will not be a better place than the NAB Ladies Lunch to round out and celebrate your week at Beef2024.

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10 May | 12.00pm-3.00pm

WORLD BUTCHERS’ CHALLENGE DINNER THE STADIUM

10 May | 7.00pm-10.30pm

Round out your Friday afternoon with a mouthwatering beef menu, while mingling with fellow fans and industry leaders. Whether you’re a die-hard sports follower or a group of mates looking for some good ole’ banter and a good time, the Empire Apartment Hotel | Knight Frank AgriBusiness QLD Sportsman’s Lunch promises for an entertaining afternoon, featuring the Bulls Masters.

Often referred to as the ‘Olympics of Meat’, catch a front row seat for a friendly showdown between the World Butchers’ Challenge Australian Team at Beef2024. Get ready for a thrilling night as two teams go head-tohead in a pulse-pounding preview of the spectacular event that awaits in France at the upcoming 2025 World Butcher’s Competition, live and onstage as you enjoy a French inspired dinner.

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GALA BEEF BALL

SCHWARTEN ARENA

Supported by NAB, James Cook University and Mater

SCHWARTEN ARENA 10 May | 7.00pm-11.00pm 11 May | 6.00pm till late Don your finest hat and pair of heels and dance the night away with the hottest ticket in the NextGen Program. Enjoy an epic live DJ set, canapes, a beverage on arrival and drink tickets included, this party is a must for your Beef2024 social calendar.

Suit up and dust off the gowns for the crown of Beef2024’s social calendar. Trade the boots for a bit of glam, let your hair down and dance the night away to some epic tunes. After a successful week of enjoying all the festivities Beef2024 has to offer, this crowd favourite event promises a night out with great food, great wine, great company and great vibes.

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JCU PAVILION Visit us for an exciting program of FREE presentations and activities for all ages

Tuesday 7 May Scan for up to date 8.30 am Careers in Health at JCU JCU program 12.00 pm Drought Resilience/Innovation Hub 1.30 pm Vaccines against Tick Fever Wednesday 8 May 8.30 am Studying Biomedical Sciences at JCU 1.00 pm Challenging Government Decisions 3.30 pm Farm and Succession Planning Thursday 9 May 8.30 am Studying Veterinary Science at JCU 9.30 am Australian Rural Leadership Foundation Forum 4.00 pm The journey of a student in the ag industry Friday 10 May 8.30 am Studying Allied Health and Nursing at JCU

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KIDS AND FAMILY

A WHOLE LOT OF FUN LINED UP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Experience live demonstrations and meet some of the gentle giants themselves throughout our Cattle Precinct. Kids can learn about cooking during our family-friendly cooking demonstrations, and have a blast in the dedicated Kids’ Zone, where they can enjoy fun activities and learn about the importance of agriculture and sustainable food production. Additionally, they can get moovin’ to our free daily kids’ entertainment program in the Kids Zone and our highlight performance on the Ergon Network Stage on Monday, 6th May.

KIDS AND FAMILY

PEOPLE’S DAY Aligning with the Queensland Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday 6th of May, the Brighter Super People’s Day is the best way to kick off your Beef2024 week. Wander through 600 exhibits where artisans, industry suppliers and culinary maestros showcase their products and talents. Indulge your tastebuds in a world of mouthwatering beef aromas throughout our BBQ Precinct, M’Eat Street, onsite restaurants, and tasty food trucks. Kick up the boots in one of our many bars. Get inspired by cooking demonstrations that reveal the secrets of perfecting beef dishes. Bring the kids along for a day of fun and excitement and enjoy the free family entertainment program and dedicated Kids’ Zone. And let’s not forget the main attraction of the week, our beef. Experience live demonstrations and meet some of the gentle giants themselves throughout our Cattle Precinct, a showcase of close to 2,000 head of cattle representing 28 breeds.

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DARUMBAL TIME

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

6-10 May | 10.30am-11.30am

6-10 May | 9.30am-10.00am & 2.30pm-3.00pm daily

KIDS’ ZONE

Gudamulli! An immersive experience dediated to exploring Darumbal Culture and Nunthi with Gandanu (children) where they can connect with Darumbal traditions, history, and discover the deep connection between the land and its people.

GEORGE THE FARMER - BOOK READING & MEET AND GREET KIDS’ ZONE

9-10 May | 11.30am12.00pm & 1.00pm-1.30pm Join Australia’s favourite farmer and author Simone Kain for a meet and greet, and a reading of ‘George the Farmer Beef Bonanza’.

KIDS’ ZONE

A whirlwind of excitement featuring non-stop surprises and jaw-dropping displays of magic, circus, and illusion with Jason Gray, the wizard of wonders, and Rhett Morrow, the sensational international circus maestro.

DOROTHY THE DINOSAUR & FRIENDS SHOW ERGON NETWORK STAGE

6 May | 10.30am-11.30am & 2.30pm-3.00pm Dorothy the Dinosaur and Friends are heading to Beef2024 and can’t wait to meet you! Join us for two toe-tapping performances that will have the whole family singing, dancing, and smiling from ear to ear.

CHILDMINDING CO KIDS’ ZONE

6-10 May | 8.30am-5.00pm Round up your little ones and let The Childminding Co. handle the herd during Beef2024! Their expert childminders will keep them safe and entertained with a variety of fun Beef-themed crafts, games and activities, giving you a moment to explore the grounds by yourself or to attend one of the many exciting events on offer. Scan the QR code to view availability.

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CROWD FAVOURITES, CULTURAL PROGRAMS AND SOME OF THE BEST LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BEEF AUSTRALIA HAS EVER SEEN From a free family entertainment program, crowd favourite events like The Blue Hill PR Great Debate, to a significant cultural program and some of the best live entertainment Rockhampton has ever witnessed, Beef2024 has an entertainment program packed with something for everyone. Find out more about each entertainment stage and precinct across the following pages. To view each stage’s program timetable, scan the QR code across or look through the Day By Day Program listing on pages 112-123.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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ENTERTAINMENT

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ENTERTAINMENT

ERGON NETWORK STAGE

M’EAT STREET STAGE

6-10 May | All day

The Ergon Network Stage will see some of Beef2024’s biggest and most exciting acts to date. Think live music, The Great Debate, cultural entertainment, and the elegant Beef Australia Gala Beef Ball. At night, the Schwarten Bar will open up for nightly performances.

Each evening will have an international theme - think a mariachi band, texan tunes, Japanese blues, ARIA nominated Baby et Lulu, and a dynamic German band. The daily program will feature local artists, community performances, and live industry podcasts.

THE LAWN STAGE

DEMO YARDS

6-10 May | 12.00pm - late

6-10 May | All day

A laid-back space to unwind with friends or connect with colleagues over drinks. Nestled adjacent to the Schwarten Arena, The Lawn invites you with festoon lights, framed against a backdrop of vibrant green grass, well-stocked bar and daily live entertainment.

Beef2024 isn’t just about the cattle! Schedule a visit to the Beef Australia Demo Yards to witness some fantastic displays of horsemanship and animal displays.

SCHWARTEN ARENA

THE LAWN

M’EAT STREET PRECINCT

MACHINERY PRECINCT

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ERGON NETWORK STAGE

7 May | 7.00pm-9.00pm

6 May | 7.00pm-9.00pm

Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, two-time Helpmann-Award Nominated and nationally acclaimed orchestra has established itself as one of Australia’s leading chamber orchestras, captivating audiences with their distinctive sound and captivating performances.

Long time friend of Beef Australia, Troy Cassar-Daley returns to Beef2024 to headline our Monday night entertainment. Hailing from a long line of storytellers and a proud Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung man, Troy Cassar-Daley has shared his extraordinary musicianship with a diverse array of artists, leaving an indelible mark on the country’s musical landscape. In the rich tapestry of Australian country music, he stands as a luminary whose career spans three decades of a true musical journeyman, releasing a remarkable 11 studio albums with songs that are woven from the stories of our great Australian lands.

This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

ERGON NETWORK STAGE

Camerata will be performing their Four Seasons Reimagined concert, bringing with them an international array of composers, not least of all Vivaldi, but also Max Richter’s smash hit Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons, Piazzolla’s tango-inspired Four Seasons of Buenos Aires and the British composer, Roxanna Panufnik’s sensual Four World Seasons to Beef2024. This concert has become one of their most iconic works to date, thrilling audiences wherever it is played.

ENTERTAINMENT

BLUE HILL PR GREAT DEBATE

THE STAR MAKER STORY

THE WOLFE BROTHERS

8 May | From 6.00pm

8 May | 8.00pm-9.30pm

9 May | 8.30pm-10.00pm

Gear up for a battle of wit and wisdom at the Blue Hill PR Great Debate.

What do the names Keith Urban, Lee Kernaghan, Travis Collins, James Blundell, Beccy Cole, Gina Jefferys, Kirsty Lee Akers, Kaylee Bell and Brad Cox all have in common?

They first found fame on Australia’s Got Talent, and after placing second they were signed to a management company, followed by a recording contract and then were hired by Lee Kernaghan to open all of his shows and also to play in his band, a working relationship that lasted 10 years.

ERGON NETWORK STAGE

A popular event on the Beef Australia calendar, the Blue Hill PR Great Debate facilitated by Geoff Maynard will see a panel of our industry’s finest fight it out to see who will reign supreme in the quest to debate an ageold topic: Australian Sport: It’s not just cricket. With laughter, camaraderie, and intellectual sparring on the menu, the Blue Hill PR Great Debate will once again promise an evening of entertainment and enlightenment like no other. Whether you’re a past debate team captain or a curious observer, witness the clash of minds, and the art of persuasion, all served up with a side of hearty banter.

ERGON NETWORK STAGE

Apart from being some of the most important country music artists in Australia, they all had their country music careers significantly boosted by winning the Star Maker. At Beef2024 come reflect on the years of Australia’s best known and most successful talent quests for young Australian country music singers. Hosted by the coolest couple in country, the 2007 Star Maker winner and multi– Golden Guitar Songstress Kirsty Lee Akers will join her husband Jesse Anderson, both who’ve gained fans across the country with their much-loved appearance on Channel 9’s The Block.

ERGON NETWORK STAGE

After what the brothers describe as the best possible apprenticeship any band could have and learning so much from Lee, The Wolfe Brothers have achieved over their career four #1 and two #2 ARIA Country Albums that have delivered 19 #1 singles on the National Country Music Chart. With nine Golden Guitars under their belt and 4 ARIA nominations they are now Australia’s most awarded country rock duo in history.

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BEEF2024 BY DAY

VIEW THE FULL BEEF2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS AS A DAY BY DAY LISTING Ordered by category then time of day, the Beef2024 By Day Calendar allows you to view every single event at Beef2024 in a timetable layout. Choose with category you are interested in, then see which event is happening within that category each day. The Beef2024 By Day Timetable across the following pages is correct as at 8 April 2024.

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BEEF2024 BY DAY

EVENT NAME

TIMES

VENUE

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HENDERSON PARK PROPERTY TOUR

10.15am - 4.00pm

Henderson Park

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGING

9.00am - 4.00pm

CQLX

RB SELLARS OFF THE LEAD STUD CATTLE EXHIBITOR MEET AND GREET

5.30pm - 8.30pm

Rocky Sports Club

COMMBANK NOSE TO TAIL DINNER

6.30pm - 11.00pm

The Long Paddock

MYSTERY PARK PROPERTY TOUR

7.00am - 6.00pm

Mystery Park

BONDOOLA MEADOWS PROPERTY TOUR

7.30am - 5.00pm

Bondoola Meadows

LAKE LEARMONTH PROPERTY TOUR

7.15am - 5.00pm

Lake Learmonth

CATTLE AUSTRALIA BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM

7.00am - 12.00pm

The Stadium

ARE YOU READY? BIOSECURITY PERSPECTIVES ON EMERGENCY ANIMAL DISEASE RESPONSE

8.00am - 9.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

SUNDAY 5TH MAY

MONDAY 6TH MAY BRIGHTER SUPER PEOPLE’S DAY (QLD PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

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BULLS, BOATS & BOTANIC NOTES CITY TOUR

9.00am - 1.00pm

Rockhampton City

SUPPORTING THE NEXT GENERATION OF BEEF LEADERS

9.45am - 11.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

AUSTRALIAN BEEF INDUSTRY 101

12.00pm - 1.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

THE GREAT INVESTMENT DEBATE – EQUITIES V BONDS

1.45pm - 3.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

THE INVISIBLE ELDER: A DIFFERENT TAKE ON SUCCESSION PLANNING

2.00pm - 3.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

OUR SUSTAINABLE AUSTRALIAN BEEF INDUSTRY – THE ACHIEVEMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FROM PADDOCK TO PLATE TO BE PART OF THE CLIMATE SOLUTION

3.45pm - 5.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COMMERCIAL CATTLE OFFICIAL OPENING AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF CHAMPIONS

8.00am - 8.30am

CQLX

20-21

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COMMERCIAL CATTLE SALE OF CHAMPIONS AND FEATURE SALE

8.30am - 2.00pm

CQLX

20-21

DATAMARS LIVESTOCK JUNIOR PARADERS COMPETITION

8.30am - 11.00am

Centre Ring

CHARBRAY SOCIETY JUNIOR SCHOOL TEAM JUDGING COMPETITION

11.30am

Centre Ring

DATAMARS LIVESTOCK JUNIOR LED STEER COMPETITION

Afternoon

Centre Ring

WAGYU LONG LUNCH

11.30am - 3.00pm

The Long Paddock

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS DINNER

6.30pm - 10.30pm

The Long Paddock

RABOBANK BEEF INDUSTRY AWARDS PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND COUNTRY LIFE

7.00pm - 10.30pm

The Stadium

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - K9 SUPERWALL

9.00am - 9.30am

Demo Yards

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BUSH POETRY - BOB PACEY

9.15am - 10.00am

M’Eat Street Stage

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FEATHERED FRIENDS

10.00am - 10.30am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE PODCAST - WHAT’S YOUR BEEF

10.45am - 12.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

11.15am - 11.45am

Demo Yards

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THE GREATEST BEEF BANGER COMPETITION

12.O0pm - 12.45pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

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LIVE MUSIC - COL FINLEY BAND

12.00pm - 2.00pm

The Lawn Stage

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LIVE MUSIC - LARREN BEAN

1.00pm - 3.00pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - TEMPTATION ALLEY

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Demo Yards

107

SKY KELPIE - LIVE MUSTER

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - ANNA FARQUHAR

2.30pm - 4.30pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC

3.15pm - 5.15pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

CAMERATA PUBLIC REHEARSAL

4.30pm - 6.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

4.30pm - 5.00pm

Demo Yards

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LIVE MUSIC - TYLER RODRIGUES

5.00pm - 7.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - MAD MARIACHI

5.45pm - 7.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

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TROY CASSAR-DALEY, SUPPORTED BY DENVAH AND BRAD BUTCHER

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

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LIVE MUSIC - MO SWAGGER

7.30pm - 10.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

9.30am - 10.00am

Kids’ Zone

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DOROTHY THE DINOSAUR & FRIENDS SHOW

10.00am - 10.30am

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

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DARUMBAL TIME

10.30am - 11.30am

Kids’ Zone

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MAGIC AND CIRCUS

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Kids’ Zone

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DOROTHY THE DINOSAUR & FRIENDS SHOW

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

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NBN TECH AND INNOVATION TALKS OFFICIAL STAGE OPENING

9.00am - 10.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

CARBON CONVERSATION: KNOW YOUR NUMBER WHERE TO START WHEN CALCULATING EMISSIONS IN BEEF ENTERPRISES

10.00am - 11.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

LUNCH AND LEARN: PRECISION PASTURES, C-LOCK INC., GREEN COLLAR, UPSCALE CARBON, HALTER

12.00pm - 1.15pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

TAKE CONTROL. GET CONNECTED WITH AGRIWEBB

1.30pm - 2.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EYES ON THE PRIZE WITH FARMBOT SECURITY POWERED BY LANDWATCH

2.00pm - 2.30pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

UNLOCKING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TO IMPROVE PRODUCTION AND BIOSECURITY

2.30pm - 3.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

GLOBAL INITIATIVES ADDRESSING METHANE EMISSIONS

3.00pm - 4.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG START UP ALLEY AND TECH AND INNOVATION TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub

34-35

COLES KITCHEN

9.00am - 5.00pm

Robert Schwarten Pavilion

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM

9.00am - 9.45am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF JOHN TORODE MBE

10.30am - 11.15am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

MONDAY 6TH MAY

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TROY WHEELER

12.00pm - 12.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF LUNCH WITH JUSTINE SCHOFIELD PRESENTED BY AGTRADE AND PARADIGM FOODS

12.30pm - 3.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

CELEBRITY CHEF TOM HITCHCOCK

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM

3.00pm - 3.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF DINNER WITH MATT GOLINSKI PRESENTED BY BEEF AUSTRALIA

6.30pm - 9.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Walter Pierce Pavilion, McKenzie Pavilion, Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Exhibition Pavilion, Lifestyle Precinct, Machinery & Ag Precinct

60-67

TEN MILE PROPERTY TOUR

7.30am - 5.00pm

Ten Mile

GREENLAKE PROPERTY TOUR

7.45am - 4.00pm

Greenlake

THE AUSTRALIAN BEEF SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK - 2024 ANNUAL UPDATE

7.45am - 9.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

CLIMATE RESILIENT BEEF BUSINESSES

8.00am - 9.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

GREENFIELDS PROPERTY TOUR

8.15am - 5.00pm

Greenfields

DON’T GET BUCKED OFF BY DATA – A SIMPLE APPROACH

9.45am - 11.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE BEEF - THE COMPOUNDING & PERMANENT IMPACT OF FEED EFFICIENCY AND IVF

10.00am - 11.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

HISTORY, HER-STORY, HOPS & HEIFERS CITY TOUR

11.00am - 2.00pm

Rockhampton City

INNOVATING INVESTMENT IN THE BEEF INDUSTRY

11.45am - 1.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

HIGH PERFORMANCE CULTURES AND THE IMPACT FOR REGIONAL COMMUNITIES

12.00pm - 1.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

BEEF BUSINESS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

1.45pm - 3.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

ANGUS FOR EVERY SYSTEM – BREEDING FOR PROFITABILITY IN NORTHERN AUSTRALIA

2.00pm - 3.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS STUD CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGING TIMETABLE ON P16

7.30am - 5.00pm

Centre Ring

MONDAY 6TH MAY

TUESDAY 7TH MAY

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ELDERS SIGNATURE WAGYU CATTLE AUCTION

5.00pm - 7.00pm

James Lawrence A

HEALTH - FROM THE GROUND UP BREAKFAST, PRESENTED BY WOOLWORTHS

7.00am - 9.00am

The Stadium

200 YEARS OF AUSTRALIAN AGRICULTURE, A CELEBRATION BY AACO

12.00pm - 3.00pm

The Long Paddock

AMPC NATIONAL BEEF CARCASE COMPETITION AWARDS DINNER

7.00pm - 10.30pm

The Stadium

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - K9 SUPERWALL

9.00am - 9.30am

Demo Yards

107

BUSH POETRY - BOB PACEY

9.15am - 10.00am

M’Eat Street Stage

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

10.00am - 10.30am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE PODCAST - HUMANS OF AGRICULTURE

10.45am - 12.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

11.15am - 11.45am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - WADE FORSTER

12.00pm - 2.00pm

The Lawn Stage

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VENUE

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LIVE MUSIC - LEWIS MCKEE

1.00pm - 3.00pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - TEMPTATION ALLEY

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Demo Yards

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - COL FINLEY BAND

2.30pm - 4.30pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC

3.15pm - 5.15pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

4.30pm - 5.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - CELESTE

5.00pm - 7.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - WEST TEXAS CRUDE

5.45pm - 7.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

CAMERATA PERFORMANCE

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

108

LIVE MUSIC - MO SAWGGER

7.30pm - 10.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

9.30am - 10.00am

Kids’ Zone

103

DARUMBAL TIME

10.30am - 11.30am

Kids’ Zone

103

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Kids’ Zone

103

SUNCORP BANK SCHOOLS PROGRAM SUPPORTED BY MLA GOOD MEAT EDUCATION

9.00am - 2.00pm

Schwarten Arena

CARBON CONVERSATION: WHAT’S BEHIND METHANE INHIBITOR DEVELOPMENT

9.00am - 10.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS FOR GRASSFED BEEF

10.00am - 10.30am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

CONNECTIVITY 101

10.30am - 11.30am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

HUNGRY THIRSTY CATTLE? DON'T BE

11.45am - 12.15pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

LUNCH AND LEARN: IMPULSE TRAINING, UNI AG360, REGIONAL TECH HUB, AIRAGRI, TERRACIPHER

12.30pm - 1.45pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

TELSTRA TACKLING BARRIERS TO THE ADOPTION OF SMART FARMING

2.00pm - 2.30pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

METHANE IN GRAZING SYSTEMS

2.45pm - 3.15pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

MEASURE WHAT MATTERS

3.30pm - 4.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG START UP ALLEY AND TECH AND INNOVATION TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub

34-35

COLES KITCHEN

9.00am - 5.00pm

Robert Schwarten Pavilion

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM KNUCKLE SANDWICH CHALLENGE

9.00am - 9.45am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

SAM BURKE - MLA

12.00pm - 12.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF LUNCH WITH TOM HITCHCOCK PRESENTED BY NOLAN MEATS

12.30pm - 3.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

CELEBRITY CHEF JUSTINE SCHOFIELD

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM KNUCKLE SANDWICH CHALLENGE

3.00pm - 3.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

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CELEBRITY CHEF DINNER WITH JOHN TORODE MBE PRESENTED BY JOHN DEE

6.30pm - 9.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Walter Pierce Pavilion, McKenzie Pavilion, Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Exhibition Pavilion, Lifestyle Precinct, Machinery & Ag Precinct

60-67

LAKE PLEASANT PROPERTY TOUR

7.45am - 4.30pm

Lake Pleasant

HOW ARE WE SECURING OUR FUTURE TRADE – MARKET ACCESS

7.45am - 9.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

ROOKWOOD WEIR - RFM RIVERTON - MORT & CO FEEDLOT PROPERTY TOUR

8.00am - 5.00pm

Rookwood Weir, Riverton, Mort & Co

CARBON NEUTRAL BEEF – WHERE TO FOCUS, WHAT TO DO?

8.00am - 9.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

CQU CENTRAL QUEENSLAND INNOVATION AND RESEARCH PRECINCT (CQIRP) PROPERTY TOUR

8.30am - 1.00pm

CQU Queensland Innovation and Research Precinct

GENES, GERMS, GREENHOUSE GASES, AND GASTRONOMY

9.45am - 11.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

OUTLOOK FOR A SUSTAINABLE BEEF INDUSTRY

10.00am - 11.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

BEEFING UP YOUR LEGACY: ESTATE PLANNING UNVEILED

11.45am - 1.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

OUT-NUMBERED: A BEST-ON-GROUND EXPLANATION OF ACTUALLY HOW EBVS WORK AND WHY YOU SHOULD USE THEM

12.00pm - 1.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

RESILIENT AND SUSTAINABLE FARMING

1.45pm - 3.15pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

PERSPECTIVES ON PAIN RELIEF IN BEEF CATTLE

2.00pm - 3.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

CAVES, COWS AND COCKTAILS CITY TOUR

2.00pm - 5.00pm

Rockhampton City

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS STUD CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP JUDGING TIMETABLE ON P16

8.00am - 5.00pm

Centre Ring

14/16

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RAY WHITE RURAL INDUSTRY BREAKFAST

7.00am - 9.00am

The Stadium

GRAEME ACTON BEEF CONNECTIONS LUNCH, SUPPORTED BY WESTPAC

12.00pm - 3.00pm

The Long Paddock

ANZ TENDER STEAKS AND TOUGH TALKS

6.30pm - 9.30pm

The Long Paddock

NEXT GEN WELCOME FUNCTION

6.00pm - 8.30pm

LAWD International Business Lounge

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

9.00am - 9.30am

Demo Yards

107

BUSH POETRY - B0B PACEY

9.15am - 10.00am

M’Eat Street Stage

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

10.00am - 10.30am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE PODCAST

10.45am - 12.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - K9 SUPERWALL

11.15am - 11.45am

Demo Yards

107

WORKING DOGS - ZOE AND BUDDY MEET AND GREET

12.00pm - 12.30pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - DENVAH

12.00pm - 2.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - CHRIS BAX

1.00pm - 3.00pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Demo Yards

107

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WEDNESDAY 8TH MAY FEATHERED FRIENDS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - CELESTE

2.30pm - 4.30pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - THE DANDYS

3.15pm - 5.15pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - TEMPTATION ALLEY

3.30pm - 4.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - TYLA RODRIGUES

5.00pm - 7.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - GEORGE & NORIKO

5.45pm - 7.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

BLUE HILL PR GREAT DEBATE

6.00pm - 7.30pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

109

LIVE MUSIC - COL FINLEY BAND

7.30pm - 10.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

THE STAR MAKER STORY

8.00pm - 9.30pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

109

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

9.30am - 10.00am

Kids’ Zone

103

DARUMBAL TIME

10.30am - 11.30am

Kids’ Zone

103

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Kids’ Zone

103

SUNCORP BANK SCHOOLS PROGRAM SUPPORTED BY MLA EDUCATION GOOD MEAT

9.00am - 2.00pm

Schwarten Arena

CARBON CONVERSATIONS: HOW LARGE COMMERCIAL SCALE RANCHES IN THE USA ARE ADDRESSING CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES

9.00am - 10.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS FOR GRASSFED BEEF

10.30am - 11.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

CATALYSING DIVERSITY IN AGTECH: BRIDGING GAPS AND BREAKING BARRIERS

11.15am - 11.45am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

LUNCH AND LEARN: SMART PADDOCK, FARMO, MOBBLE, AGRIMIX, AGRIPROVE

12.00pm - 1.15pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG PITCH IN THE PADDOCK

1.00pm - 3.00pm

The Stadium

ZERO NET EMISSIONS FROM AGRICULTURE COOPERATIVE RESEARCH CENTRE

1.45pm - 2.15pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

PIONEERING ONLINE EMISSIONS CALCULATOR AND REDUCTION PLANNER TRANSFORMING EMISSIONS TRACKING FOR FARMERS AND GRAZIERS IN AUSTRALIA

2.30pm - 3.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

TROUGH TACTICS: MASTERING TROUGH DATA FOR MUSTERING INTELLIGENCE

3.15pm - 3.45pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG START UP ALLEY AND TECH AND INNOVATION TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub

34-35

COLES KITCHEN

9.00am - 5.00pm

Robert Schwarten Pavilion

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: BUTCHERS BEEF BANGERS

9.00am - 9.45am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF - IRON CHEF SAKAI

10.30am - 11.15am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF LUNCH WITH MIGUEL MAESTRE PRESENTED BY AACO

12.30pm - 3.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

CELEBRITY CHEF - MATT GOLINSKI

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: BUTCHERS BEEF BANGERS

3.00pm - 3.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

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CELEBRITY CHEF DINNER WITH HAYDEN QUINN AND ANDY HEARNDEN (AKA ANDY COOKS) PRESENTED BY KILCOY GLOBAL FOODS

6.30pm - 9.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Walter Pierce Pavilion, McKenzie Pavilion, Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Exhibition Pavilion, Lifestyle Precinct, Machinery & Ag Precinct

60-67

COOLUM PROPERTY TOUR

8.00am - 3.00pm

Coolum

REPRONOMICS AND THE NORTHERN BIN STEER PROJECT – PROVIDING INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES NOW AND INTO THE FUTURE

8.00am - 9.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

GLADSTONE PORTS CORPORATION PROPERTY TOUR

8.15am - 4.00pm

Gladstone Ports Corporation

MOONKAN PARK PROPERTY TOUR

8.30am - 5.00pm

Moonkan Park

THE CUSTOMER - WHAT ON EARTH DO THEY WANT NOW, AND WILL THEY PAY A PREMIUM FOR IT?

10.00am - 11.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

NAVIGATING GREENWASHING AND FOCUSING ON WHAT WE MUST DO NOW

12.00pm - 1.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

WEDNESDAY 8TH MAY

THURSDAY 9TH MAY

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BUSH TUCKER & DARUMBAL TALES CITY TOUR

2.00pm - 5.00pm

Rockhampton City

PATHWAYS, PAY-CHEQUE, AND PASSION: THE ADVENTURE OF BECOMING AN AGRICULTURAL PROFESSIONAL

2.00pm - 3.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

TALKIN TOUGH WITH LEGLESS AND BLIND

2.00pm - 3.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

AUSTRALIA & USA: ALIGNING PRIORITIES FOR BEEF CATTLE

4.00pm - 5.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

EDUCATE AND EMBRACE

4.00pm - 5.30pm

James Lawrence Pavilion B

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS STUD CATTLE PARADE OF CHAMPIONS TIMETABLE ON P16

12.00pm - 1.30pm

Centre Ring

14/16

NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS STUD CATTLE INTERBREED CHAMPIONSHIP TIMETABLE ON P16

1.30pm - 5.00pm

Centre Ring

14/16

PALGROVE ‘FIRST OF OUR FINEST’ ULTRABLACK SALE

From 5.30pm

Centre Ring

RURAL PRESS CLUB BREAKFAST

7.00am - 9.00am

The Stadium

WESTPAC HIGH TEA

1.00pm - 4.00pm

The Stadium

THE MAIN EVENT DINNER, PRESENTED BY TEYS

6.30pm - 9.30pm

The Long Paddock

BEEF BUSINESS SOIREE, PRESENTED BY WARNERS FINE JEWELLERY

7.00pm - 11.00pm

Headricks Lane

NEXT GEN FORUM

9.00am - 1.45pm

James Lawrence Pavilion A

CATTLYST

7.00pm - 10.30pm

The Red Lion

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

9.00am - 9.30am

Demo Yards

107

BUSH POETRY - BOB PACEY

9.15am - 10.00am

M’Eat Street Stage

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

10.00am - 10.30am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE PODCAST - RAWAG

10.45am - 12.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - K9 SUPERWALL

11.15am - 11.45am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - WADE FORSTER

12.00pm - 2.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

12.30pm - 1.00pm

Demo Yards

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LIVE MUSIC - RACHEL DEE

1.00pm - 3.00pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Demo Yards

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - THE DANDYS

2.30pm - 4.30pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC

3.15pm - 5.15pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - TEMPTATION ALLEY

3.30pm - 4.00pm

Demo Yards

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

4.30pm - 5.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - CHRIS BAX

5.00pm - 7.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - BABY ET LULU

5.45pm - 7.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

ROCKY ROUND UP: KAYLEE BELL

7.00pm - 8.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

109

LIVE MUSIC - COL FINLEY BAND

7.30pm - 10.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

ROCKY ROUND UP: THE WOLFE BROTHERS

8.30pm - 10.00pm

Ergon Network Stage (Schwarten Arena)

109

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

9.30am - 10.00am

Kids’ Zone

103

DARUMBAL TIME

10.30am - 11.30am

Kids’ Zone

103

GEORGE THE FARMER - BOOK READING & MEET AND GREET

11.30am - 12.00pm

Kids’ Zone

103

GEORGE THE FARMER - BOOK READING & MEET AND GREET

1.00pm - 1.30pm

Kids’ Zone

103

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Kids’ Zone

103

SUNCORP BANK SCHOOLS PROGRAM SUPPORTED BY MLA EDUCATION GOOD MEAT

9.00am - 2.00pm

Schwarten Arena

CARBON CONVERSATION: ACCUS - SO WHAT? INSETTING, OFFSETTING AND WHAT PRODUCERS CAN DO WITH THEIR CARBON CREDIT

9.00am - 10.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

INSIDE SCOOP: THE BURNING QUESTIONS NO ONE WANTS TO ASK ABOUT AGTECH

10.00am - 10.30am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

PORTABLE TOOLS FOR IN-FIELD DISEASE DIAGNOSIS IN CATTLE

10.30am - 11.00am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

ENSURING CARBON FARMING HAS AN AGRICULTURAL APPROACH

11.15am - 11.45am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

LUNCH AND LEARN: AGRIWEBB, FARMBOT, CIBOLABS, PAIRTREE, OPTIWEIGH, ATLAS CARBON, ZETIFI, AUSTRALIAN NATURAL CAPITAL & NATURES EQUITY

12.00pm - 2.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

THE FUTURE IS DOWN UNDER: MAKING CARBON COUNT FOR AUSTRALIAN BEEF

2.00pm - 2.30pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

THE $400BN QUESTION - HOW THE NBN NETWORK IS SUPPORTING REGIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

BEEF PRODUCTIVITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: FINDING THE BALANCE

3.15pm - 3.45pm

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG START UP ALLEY AND TECH AND INNOVATION TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub

34-35

COLES KITCHEN

9.00am - 5.00pm

Robert Schwarten Pavilion

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MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: MAKING MINCE GREAT AGAIN

9.00am - 9.45am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

EVENT NAME

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CELEBRITY CHEF - HAYDEN QUINN

10.30am - 11.15am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF LUNCH WITH JESS PRYLES PRESENTED BY MORT & CO

12.30pm - 3.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

CELEBRITY CHEF - MIGUEL MAESTRE

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: MAKING MINCE GREAT AGAIN

3.00pm - 3.45pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF DINNER WITH IRON CHEF SAKAI PRESENTED BY JACK’S CREEK

6.30pm - 9.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Walter Pierce Pavilion, McKenzie Pavilion, Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Exhibition Pavilion, Lifestyle Precinct, Machinery & Ag Precinct

60-67

THE HOT CONVERSATION AROUND DEFORESTATION COMBINING SCIENCE WITH POLICY

7.45am - 9.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

RESILIENT PASTURES TO ADDRESS THREATS TO PRODUCTIVITY IN NORTHERN AUSTRALIA

8.00am - 9.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

MARKET ACCESS AND BIOSECURITY

9.45am - 11.15am

James Lawrence Pavilion A

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TALKIN TOUGH WITH LEGLESS AND BLIND

10.00am - 11.30am

James Lawrence Pavilion B

DATAMARS LIVESTOCK YOUNG JUDGES COMPETITION

8.30am

Centre Ring

WORLD BUTCHERS’ CHALLENGE DINNER

7.00pm - 10.30pm

The Stadium

RB SELLARS HATS N HEELS

7.00pm - 11.00pm

Schwarten Arena

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - K9 SUPERWALL

9.00am - 9.30am

Demo Yards

107

BUSH POETRY - BOB PACEY

9.15am - 10.00am

M’Eat Street Stage

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

10.00am - 10.30am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE PODCAST - WHAT’S YOUR BEEF

10.45am - 12.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

11.15am - 11.45am

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - THE DANDYS

12.00pm - 2.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

WORKING DOGS - ZOE AND BUDDY MEET AND GREET

12.30pm - 1.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - LARREN BEAN

1.00pm - 3.00pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

DAVE GRAHAM & THE MUTTLEY CREW - TEMPTATION ALLEY

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Demo Yards

107

FEATHERED FRIENDS

2.30pm - 3.00pm

Demo Yards

107

LIVE MUSIC - DENVAH

2.30pm - 4.30pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC

3.15pm - 5.15pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

WORKING DOGS - ZOE AND BUDDY MEET AND GREET

3.30pm - 4.00pm

Demo Yards

107

GUY MCLEAN THE AUSTRALIAN HORSEMAN

4.30pm - 5.00pm

Demo Yards

107

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FRIDAY 10TH MAY LIVE MUSIC - CELESTE

5.00pm - 7.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - MUNSTER BUCKS

5.45pm - 7.45pm

M’Eat Street Stage

107

LIVE MUSIC - COL FINLEY BAND

7.30pm - 10.00pm

The Lawn Stage

107

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

9.30am - 10.00am

Kids’ Zone

103

DARUMBAL TIME

10.30am - 11.30am

Kids’ Zone

103

MAGIC AND CIRCUS

1.30pm - 2.00pm

Kids’ Zone

103

SUNCORP BANK SCHOOLS PROGRAM SUPPORTED BY MLA EDUCATION GOOD MEAT

9.00am - 2.00pm

Schwarten Arena

GRUNDFOS SOLAR CONNECT - SMART SOLUTIONS FOR REMOTE WATER MONITORING

10.15am - 10.45am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

ASSESSING PASTURE DIEBACK WITH A DRONE

10.45am - 11.15am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS FOR GRASSFED BEEF

11.15am - 11.45am

NBN Tech and Innovation Talks Stage

34-35

EVOKEAG START UP ALLEY AND TECH AND INNOVATION TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Ken Coombe OAM Tech Yards and Innovation Hub

34-35

COLES KITCHEN

9.00am - 5.00pm

Robert Schwarten Pavilion

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: THE PERFECT STEAK DOES EXIST

9.00am - 9.45am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF - JESS PRYLES

10.30am - 11.15am

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

CELEBRITY CHEF LUNCH WITH MARK OLIVE, PRESENTED BY CRCNA

12.30pm - 3.30pm

Celebrity Chef Restaurant

MAKANI AUSTRALIAN BUTCHERS TEAM: THE PERFECT STEAK DOES EXIST

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Demo Kitchen (Agricultural Hall)

TRADE FAIR

8.30am - 5.30pm

Walter Pierce Pavilion, McKenzie Pavilion, Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Exhibition Pavilion, Lifestyle Precinct, Machinery & Ag Precinct

6.00pm - 12.00am

Schwarten Arena

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SATURDAY 1TTH MAY GALA BEEF BALL, SUPPORTED BY NAB, MATER AND JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY

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BEEF AUSTRALIA EXISTS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE AUSTRALIAN BEEF COMMUNITY, INCLUDING ADVANCING THE AGRICULTURAL LEADERS OF TOMORROW Since the event’s commencement in Australia’s Bicentennial year of 1988 to celebrate the beef industry’s achievements and contribution to the development of our great nation, Beef Australia has developed into an internationally recognised event with major industry, trade and regional community outcomes.

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GRAEME ACTON BEEF CONNECTIONS Beef Australia’s Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program is a mentoring program designed to grow future leaders in the Australian beef industry. As one of Queensland’s leading beef industry figures, the late Graeme Acton was renowned for supporting young people entering the agriculture sector and generously gave his time and extensive knowledge to support their careers. Graeme also donated his time and expertise to Beef Australia as a board member and Chairman. The program was an idea originally developed by the Beef2015 NextGen Committee, and the Beef Australia board named the program in Graeme’s honour to recognise the contributions he made to the agricultural industry and its younger generations. With a national alumni of over 20 leaders contributing to industry change and advancement, the program provides a unique mentoring experience for each participant that supports the link between leadership theory and practice. It is also designed to support participant knowledge development and skill application throughout the program, including pairing future leaders with mentors to complete a project designed to enhance Australia’s beef industry. Applications will open in early 2026 for the 2026/2027 Program. Follow Beef Australia on our social channels (@beefaustralia) to be one of the first to find out and stay up-to-date on Beef2027 news.

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TO VIEW THE 2023-2024 PROGRAM COHORT The Graeme Acton Beef Connections Program is an initiative of Beef Australia, in memory of the late Graeme Acton. Since its inception, this program has been supported by Westpac.

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BEEF TV For the first time ever, Beef Australia will be airing Beef TV during Beef2024, from the LAWD International Business Lounge. Hosted by well-known journalist Andrea Crothers and Australian agricultural show identity Lyndsey Douglas, Beef TV is an insightful, educational and exciting eight-hour daily program. If you can’t make Beef2024, tune in to our seven-channel program where you will find a dedicated channel bursting with industry insights, insider knowledge from Beef2024 partners and stakeholders, market trends straight from Trade Commissioners worldwide, heartwarming success stories, breaking Beef2024 news updates, and of course, plenty of moments to share a laugh or two. You will also be able to experience the excitement of the Nutrien Ag Solutions Stud Cattle Championship like never before, with six channels dedicated to capturing every moment of the championship, thanks to our livestream partner, Stocklive.

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WHAT’S YOUR BEEF PODCAST

What’s Your Beef is proudly supported by

What’s Your Beef is an award-winning podcast program produced by Beef Australia. Hosted by journalist Jayne Cuddihy, the fortnightly program takes listeners behind the scenes of the iconic Beef Australia event and around Australia to chat to everyone who celebrates our beef community. Since launching in May 2020, Season One received an incredible total of 49,106 listens across 58 episodes, averaging 113 listens per day. The success of Season One saw the podcast take out the Rural Press Club’s 2021 Queensland Rural Digital Media Award.

SCAN HERE TO LISTEN TO WHAT’S YOUR BEEF

Beef Australia launched Season Two in 2022, taking listeners through to Beef2024. You can find all episodes on Spotify or Apple podcasts, or via the Beef Australia website.

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BEEF2024 COMMITTEES AND VOLUNTEERS There’s no doubt the success of Beef Australia events over the years have been achieved with the dedication and passion from hundreds of volunteers. Beef Australia would like to thank all its 2024 Brighter Super Volunteer Program volunteers, as well as past volunteers, for their support in driving, hosting, providing information to guests, offering operational and ticketing support, stock handling, and so much more. We would also like to extend a huge thank you to our committee members, who help guide and advise the Beef Australia Board and staff on the planning and delivery of the Beef Australia expo.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS Carcase

Commercial

David Hill (Chair)

Angus Creedon (Chair) James Kent (Chair) Greg Pankhurst (Chair) Chloe Gould (Chair)

Stud

International

Alex Ball

Mark Howard

Marty Rowlands

Prue Bondfield

Callan Daley

Kay Becker

Brian Hills

Bonni Geddes

Denise Kreymborg

Georgia Dale

Mark Inglis

Alistair Corr

Tammie Robinson

Terry Nolan

Hugh Dawson

Courtney Lakin

Josh Heck

Cindy McNaught

Vic O’Keefe

Harris Thompson

Janine Lau

Morty Wilson

Ruby Canning

Kate Power

Jordan Watson

Jessica Loughland Alex Dodson

Maddie Morgan

Jennifer Wainwright

Kate Drury

Peter McGilchrist

Lindsay Lobwein

Nick Hughes

Richard Brosnan

Adelaide McDonald

David Packer

Jason Bode

Leonie Nicholls

Michael Finucan

Kate Power

Ryan Honour

Rodney Bell

Kate Makin

Bec Clapperton

Claire MacTaggart

Douglas McNaught

Andrew Cox

Aimee Bolton

Cyril Close

Lauren Cha

Ben Cumming

Kevin Norman Tony Burnett

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BEEF 24 CLUB Beef 24 Club is an exclusive social and networking opportunity open to Central Queensland businesses and individuals who wish to receive exclusive club hospitality benefits and support Beef Australia in the lead up and during the Beef 2024 event. Beef Australia would like to thank the following Beef24 Club members and local businesses. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alma Street Veterinary Hospital Apprentices & Trainees Qld ARB Rockhampton Ask Me Technology Consultants Aussie Helpers Australian Cattle Veterinarians Becker & Co Beef to Reef Enterprises Black Rock Beef Co Boodle’s Meats BOQ Business Budget Car & Truck Rental Busby Demolition & Asbestos House Removals Butler Partners Camm Agricultural Group Capricorn Enterprise Cassidy Hospitality Group Chenovet Chris Warren Homes City Printing Works Cocobrew Cooper Constructions & Renovations Coxon’s Group CQG Consulting Cross Asia Pacific Design & Architecture DLV Finance Edenbrook Elders Real Estate Rockhampton Evans Edwards & Associates Farm & Garden Products Fitzroy Basin Association Flashpro Roofing Frenchville Sports Club Goody’s Earthmoving

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Gracemere Veterinary Surgery Herron Todd White Higgins Coatings Highgrove Bathrooms Rockhampton Hollywood Earthmoving Invested In You Financial Services Jaime Parnell Clinical Psychology Johnson’s 4WD Repair Shop JRT Group JV Financial Planning Kele Property Group Knight Frank Agribusiness Qld LAD Social Latter Kennedy LJ Hooker Rockhampton Mark Bunt Menswear Mater Private Hospital Maynard Cattle Co McDonald’s Milne Bros Moore Eyes Mr Real Estate Northmark Olympus Equipment Sales On Track Hire Pacplus Wholesalers Pat O’Driscoll Real Estate Patcol Group Patlaw Securities Phil Peel Jeweller Piranha Insurance Brokers Primexconnect Professionals Rockhampton Quest Rockhampton Ray White Rockhampton Rees R & Sydney Jones

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Riverside Waters Roadholdings Rod Harms Rural Sorrell Hills Cattle & Grain South Geldard Lawyers Steven Deaves K.C. Barrister-At-Law Stuart Investments Swanwick Murray Roche Terracipher The Carr Group The Mechanic Shop The Rockhampton Grammar School Thomo’s Betta Home Living Tony Madden Architects Toyworld Rockhampton Tyrepower Rockhampton Vegavegagarcia Wendy Mulry Travel

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BRYCE CAMM

GRANT CASSIDY

Bryce is the Chief Executive Officer of his family’s Camm Agricultural Group, an integrated beef enterprise with interests across Queensland. Previously, Bryce managed the Group’s awardwinning Wonga Plains Feedlot for ten years, overseeing the operation triple in size.

Grant is a highly experienced local tourism and hospitality owner with the Cassidy Hospitality Group, operating Australian and Queensland Tourism award-winning businesses in the CQ region for the past 20 years. He is an experienced company director with a strong focus on corporate governance and is a Fellow of the Institute of Company Directors.

Chair

Growing up on “Natal Downs” in North Queensland, Bryce undertook a dual degree in Business Administration and Communications at Bond University before returning to the north. Bryce is the previous Chairman of the Australian Beef Sustainability Steering Group and of the Australian Lot Feeders Association. Bryce has been a long and dedicated supporter of Beef Australia and has been instrumental in expanding the reach and impact of the platform.

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Vice Chair

He has extensive experience on boards and has built strong relationships across all levels of Government and the corporate sector. Grant has previously spent 15 years in the commercial media industry gaining strong skills in communications, engagement and PR, with many years of experience in the events sector having chaired major event committees in Cairns and Mackay. Grant also operates a cattle property at South Yaamba and was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2019 for his contribution to the Tourism Industry.

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RUSSELL HUGHES

KAY BECKER

RICHARD BROSNAN

Russell has enjoyed a long association with Beef Australia, first assisting in 1994 with the promotion and marketing of various aspects of event activities. He was more heavily involved with production of advertising for the ‘03, ‘06 and ‘09 expos, and joined the board in 2013.

Kay was raised on a cattle breeding and fattening property near Theodore.

Ray White Rural Rockhampton is owned and operated by Richard Brosnan, Principal/ Director who has three decades of rural industry experience.

Vice Chair

Russell chaired the Beef ‘18 and ‘21 Stud Cattle Committee, which was undoubtedly his most personally rewarding role with Beef Australia, working with, and learning from a select committee of highly skilled and experienced cattlemen and cattlewomen responsible for delivering our nation’s premier stud cattle competition.

Secretary

After school, Kay worked for nine years in the banking industry, spent a short time in agri-politics and was CEO of the Capricorn Helicopter Rescue Service for 15 years. During this time Kay worked with sponsors, all levels of Government, many community organisations, and the community of Central Queensland. In recent years Kay managed the Rolleston Hotel and is now living on a family property which breeds, fattens, and trades cattle.

Treasurer

Richard’s rural agency career started in 1989 and he has since worked throughout various Queensland locations. In 2009, Richard joined Ray White Rural and in 2012 undertook his own franchise – Ray White Rural Rockhampton. Richard has sold rural properties throughout Central Queensland with Ray White Rural Rockhampton for over ten years; his past and current success is attributed to his overall understanding of rural property and the production and capabilities these properties offer. Richard maintains a passion for rural and regional agribusiness and is keen to facilitate further investment into this key part of Australia’s economy. 131

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CLAIRE MACTAGGART

JESS WEBB

RODNEY BELL

Claire and her husband Andrew Mactaggart operate a beef breeding and backgrounding business in the Duaringa and Moura districts. After completing a Bachelor of Agribusiness, Claire worked in regional development while studying post graduate business administration.

Jess has family roots within the beef industry and has served on several Beef Australia committees since 2009 including the Seminars and Symposium committee, Founding committee member of both the inaugural Pitch in the Paddock event (2018) and the Graeme Acton Mentoring Program, and the Next Generation Committee Chairperson.

Rodney has been a Beef producer for more than 50 years and has represented beef producers as a solicitor (now retired) for 35 years with property acquisition, sales and leases, estate planning, succession planning and livestock and land tenure issues.

Director

Claire is a freelance writer who has contributed to a range of publications for the past 16 years and is currently Queensland’s contributing editor of Country Style magazine. In 2018 and 2021 Claire was a member of the Property Tours committee of Beef Australia and has been a long-term supporter of the event.

Director

Jess has held positions with global organisations such as Austrade, Rabobank Australia & New Zealand Group, and the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation, predominantly in the field of marketing and communications. She holds an MBA (with distinction) from the University of Edinburgh. With her husband, Jess owns and operates a Merino sheep and beef cattle enterprise in the New England, New South Wales.

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Director

Rodney has been a public company director of numerous companies and is a longstanding member of the Agribusiness Committee at AgForce and has a in depth knowledge of agribusiness issues and challenges.

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ELISHA PARKER

TRENT THORNE

ADELAIDE MCDONALD

Elisha has been an AgForce Cattle Board Director since 2020 and is a member of the Truth in Labelling working group and Communication & Advocacy Committee.

Trent is a Partner at Hamilton Locke and the co-leader of its Food and Agribusiness group. He is a recognised and committed legal specialist for the agricultural sector with over 19 years’ experience acting for food and agribusiness clients in a wide range of commercial matters, including complex commercial disputes, corporate & regulatory matters, negotiations, alternative dispute resolution and major pastoral property transactions.

Adelaide has a longstanding connection with the Australian beef industry and brings a combination of corporate, financial and industry expertise to the board. Adelaide currently serves as director of MDH Pty Ltd, her family beef cattle enterprise, one of the largest in Australia, running 175,000 head of cattle across 13 stations in Queensland.

Director

Her accomplishments include 2020 Queensland Finalist of AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, 2020/2021 Advancing Beef Leaders Program, 2019 NAB Agribusiness Cattle Council Rising Champion, Cattle Council of Australia Industry Systems & Food Safety (ISFS) Consultative 2020 Committee Member (Independent), Co-founder and executive QLD Food Future Inc (facilitators of the A True Story campaign), Chair MLA Beef Up Next Generation Forum 2012, Director and Board Member Future Farmers Network 2012 to 2014 and Winner 2012 Queensland Red Meat Awards Emerging Leader. Elisha has also volunteered on several Beef Australia committees since 2012.

Director

Trent is a current director of the AAM Investment Group, Rural Aid Limited and the Immediate Past President of the Queensland Rural Press Club. He was also a member of the Beef Australia 2021 Symposium & Seminars Committee and was the MC for the Beef 2021 Symposium.

Director

She has held the position of Commercial Manager of the Super Butcher. In addition to her beef industry knowledge and experience, Adelaide is a respected financial services professional with a background in corporate finance, accounting, mergers & acquisitions, and strategy. Adelaide most recently held the role of Director within the KPMG Mergers and Acquisitions practice and has previously held roles at BDO and Wilsons HTM Investment Group. Adelaide is currently a Non-executive director of VGI Global Investments Ltd, a listed investment company on ASX.

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OH WHAT A FEELING

The Qantas Regional Grants program is back for 2024 offering $2 million in support Apply now at qantas.com/regionalgrants. Applications close 10 May 2024

2023 Qantas Regional Grants recipients Take 3 for the Sea and Aussie Ark

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VISIT US AT SITE O92-O95

SALE

6PM, WEDNESDAY 8TH MAY - BULLS, FEMALES & GENETICS LIVE AUCTION ONSITE AND ONLINE WITH STOCKLIVE ELITE

Call into our site to view the sale lots and grab a catalogue. Dale: 0429 360 419 | Bin: 0421 524 856

THE TRIPLE TREAT SALE

3PM, FRIDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER, TOOWOOMBA

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BEEF2024 STAFF SIMON IRWIN

LYDIA SHAW

JOYCE ROUTLEDGE

SHERIDA QUINN

AMY WALLACE

MIKE WALLACE

EMMAGEN MULA

CASSANDRA KENT

JACQUELINE MILES

LINCOLN TAPSELL

TASH BURY

JO PHELAN

ZOE SPARKS

NOELA WALLS

MARK DUCKWORTH

QUENTIN LEVERIDGE

JACKIE KYTE

MELODY TAYLOR

Chief Executive Officer

Finance Manager

Operations Manager

Marketing and Communications Manager

Partnerships and Revenue Manager

Events Manager

Event Coordinator

Entertainment Coordinator

National Beef Carcase Competition Coordinator Seminars and Tech Coordinator

MARGARET OLIVE

Stud Cattle Championship Coordinator

RAYLENE TRULSON

Commercial Cattle Championship Coordinator

BRYONY HUGHES

Guest Services Coordinator

KIRSTEN VELLA

Logistics Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Stakeholder Experience Coordinator

Trade Fair Coordinator

Content and Graphic Design Coordinator

Marketing Coordinator

Volunteer Coordinator

International Coordinator

Site Manager

Administration Officer

MARY MCLAUGHLIN

Administration Officer

FITZROY BASIN ASSOCIATION

Property Tour Program Coordinator

RURAL SCOPE

Beef Connections Program Coordinator

AGFORCE

School’s Program Coordinator

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

PRINCIPAL PARTNERS

MAJOR PARTNERS

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