Thursday 21st May 2026, 9.30am for 10.00am – 11.30am
Lismore Showgrounds | Claude Riley Pavilion
All welcome, complimentary event (registration essential). Light refreshments provided.
Guest speakers include:
Dr Katherine Clift (NSW Independent Biosecurity Commissioner), Peter Day (Executive Director | Strategy & Regulatory Policy - Agriculture & Biosecurity, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development), Craig Huff (NSW Farmers Executive Councillor; Chair, NSWF Far North Branch; Cattle Tick Program Member), Dr Jayne Dwyer (District Veterinarian with Local Land Services for the North Coast),Chris Theron (NSW Farmers Member, Kyogle). Chaired by Rebecca Reardon, Vice President NSW Farmers
Come along, get the facts, have your questions answered, and talk with other farmers in your network. This is your chance to have a real conversation about the future of the Cattle Tick Program.
Contact Kylie Trevenar, Regional Lead, NSW Farmers. Email [email protected], Telephone 0447 653 936
Thursday 21 May 2026, 11am-12,30pm
Lismore Showgrounds | Norma's Kitchen - Members Stand
Attendance Free
This exclusive event is free for local government workers and includes an informative session, delicious food, and refreshments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and gain unique insights from an extraordinary career.
Thursday 21 st May 2026, 1:00pm – 4.00 pm
Lismore Showgrounds | Claude Riley Pavilion
All welcome, complimentary event (registration essential). Light refreshments provided.
About the Session:
Uncertainty around land management regulations has prompted NSW Farmers to invite Local Land Services and The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water - Mapping Team to assist landholders to understand the rules and use of the Native Vegetation Regulatory (NVR) Map.
DCCEEW will outline how the map works, what the different map categories mean, and have staff available for one-on-one discussions to help you understand the mapping on your property.
LLS will share insights into the most frequent issues they are seeing locally, explain how these fit within the relevant land management codes, and provide guidance on how best to approach these matters.
Category explanation reports / one-on-one appointments
To meet one-on-one with the NVR map review and support team during the Information Session, indicate this at registration. You may also request a Category Explanation Report to guide your discussion. Walk-in appointments are welcome on the day.
Registration is required to attend this event. To ensure we can address as many queries as possible, all questions must be submitted prior to the session.
Contact Kylie Trevenar, Regional Lead, NSW Farmers. Email [email protected], Telephone 0447 653 936
Thursday 21 May 2026, 6.00pm-9.00pm
La Baracca, 44 Keen Street, Lismore
Complimentary for NSW Farmers members & their guests
Tapas style menu & drink on arrival
RSVP essential by Wednesday 13 May
Friday 22 May 2026, 11.30am-2.30pm
Lismore Showgrounds | Norma's Kitchen - Members Stand
Includes: Paddock‑to‑plate lunch featuring local produce, Full‑day entry to Primex Field Days, Post‑event networking drinks at the Clarence Property Business Hub
This annual luncheon provides a chance to step away from day‑to‑day demands and spend time with leaders who are actively shaping the Northern Rivers. The afternoon is designed to be relaxed yet purposeful, creating space for conversation, connection and the exchange of perspectives on the industries, partnerships and ideas driving regional innovation.
Thank you to our Presenting Partners Telstra & Southern Cross University for their support to make this event possible.
Post‑event networking drinks at the Clarence Property Business Hub Join fellow Regional Leaders, Clarence Property, Newton Denny Chapelle, Bennetts Construction, and ENV Solutions for networking drinks from 3pm at the Clarence Property Business Hub located in the Fine Arts Pavilion. Take a post luncheon stroll before joining the crew for an afternoon of collaboration and good vibes.
Friday 22 May 2026, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Lismore Showgrounds | Primex Bar
Free event (registration required)
- Cash bar available
- Complimentary Primex entry for the first 50 registrations
Delivered by the NSW Young Farmer Council in partnership with North Coast Young Aggies, this event provides a valuable opportunity for young farmers, industry participants and emerging leaders to connect in a relaxed, social setting following a full day at Primex. As part of one of Australia’s most comprehensive primary industry events, the Sundowner plays an important role in strengthening industry networks, fostering collaboration and supporting the future of agriculture through meaningful connections.
Attendees will also gain insight into the Young Farmer Business Program, designed to build capability, resilience and long-term success across the sector.
Daily - During Primex Operating hours
FREE to Primex patrons.
FREE to Primex Patrons
All aboard the Dinky D's Express as a wonderful way to sit back and relax as we take you on a journey around Primex. Dinky D's Express will be running every day from open to close. A glorious 36 seat trackless train running all day, every day!
Daily - During Primex Operating hours
FREE Admission, ($2 to feed the animals)
FREE Admission ($2 to feed the animals)
Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms operates throughout Australia, ‘bringing the bush to the City every day with excitement and education for the young and nostalgia for the not so young! This family friendly attraction will allow you to pet, feed and learn about farm animals like lambs, calf, alpaca, piglet, chickens, chicks, ducks, guinea pigs and rabbits.
Thursday 21 May, 11am & 1pm
Friday 22 May, 11am, 1pm & 4.30pm
FREE Daily Shows - Pavilion 1
Thursday: 11am & 1pm
Friday: 11am, 1pm & 4.30pm
In our demonstrations we showcase some of Australia's Awesome Wildlife! Highlighting the amazing abilities these animals have developed to enable them to survive in Australia's harsh environments. Some may even refer to these abilities as superpowers ....think of it! Can you hold your breath like a sea turtle?! Or sleep for 16-18 hours a day, whilst being called adorable.... Wildlife demonstrations; snakes, lizards and dingoes!
