Why Primex Field Days Relocated from Casino to Lismore

As we have received some enquiries and to address any rumours as to Why Primex Field Days Relocated from Casino to Lismore, please find the following statement.

Primex Field Days has relocated to Lismore to ensure the event’s long-term sustainability, growth, and alignment with a shared regional vision. Several key factors contributed to the decision:

Land Use & Zoning Challenges
The Casino site is zoned for industrial use, creating ongoing challenges in terms of costs, charges and planning constraints not suited to a major agricultural event.

Uncertainty Over Site Ownership
After 15 years of advocating and lobbying with stakeholders for an alternative venue, the privately-owned site was placed on the market, which resulted in Primex having no long-term security or viable future alternatives within the existing LGA identified or available. In the absence of any alternative venue in the immediate vicinity, we took the action required to secure a venue, with Lismore Show Society and Lismore City Council offering a positive and realistic alternative.

Infrastructure & Investment Needs
Essential infrastructure upgrades, including drainage and site improvements were required on and around the Casino site for Primex to continue there.

Strategic Support from Lismore
Lismore Showgrounds and Lismore City Council offered a proactive partnership, including planning support, infrastructure investment, and a shared commitment to the event’s future.

Looking Ahead
Primex has enjoyed a highlight-packed 41-year history at Casino – from ‘birth’ to now where we are one of Australia’s most respected agricultural field days. Our move, just down the road, is filled with excitement and centred around our core desire to present the best experience for our exhibitors and visitors. We remain committed to the Northern Rivers and continuing to serve the agricultural sector and regional communities across the region.

Bruce Wright
Director
Primex Field Days