Features & Attractions

National Centre for Farmer Health - FREE Health & Lifestyle Assessments

We are offering free Health & Lifestyle Assessments to all field day patrons. A Health & Lifestyle Assessment is a comprehensive 20-minute health assessment conducted by trained agrihealth professionals. It includes a lifestyle survey covering health behaviours, farm practices, and social and emotional wellbeing. The assessment also includes cholesterol, blood glucose, and blood pressure readings along with diabetes risk, height, weight, waist measurement and eyesight testing. The Health and Lifestyle Assessment provides farmers and agricultural workers with knowledge and tools to improve their health, wellbeing and safety. All participants receive a health passport with their results, and take-home resources, supporting them to make positive health and safety choices.

Operating daily from 9am–4pm. Visit us at Pavilion 3, Sites 9-10 & 17-18

North Coast LLS Networking Breakfast - 'Are You Bogged Mate?'

North Coast Local Land Services is hosting a roadshow throughout the region to support landholders to look after themselves and their community, helping people connect with the right tools, resources and agencies. Presenter Mary O’Brien from “Are You Bogged Mate?” will focus on strategies to boost awareness and start a conversation about the rising issue of depression, mental health and suicide in rural communities.

Friday 17 May, Starting at 8am until 10am

Primex Business NSW Leader Luncheon

The Business NSW Leader Luncheon will celebrate the launch of Regeneration Connection, give an Official Toast to Primex 40th Anniversary and feature an Expert Speaker Panel. Follow the link below to register and for more information.

Friday 17 May, 11.45am Registration, 12pm-2.30pm Luncheon.

Soilcare Presentation 2: Dr John Grant

Integrating farm forestry into farm systems

FREE Admission 12.15 pm, Friday, May 17 2024, Pavilion 1

Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.

Soilcare Presentation 1: Dr John Grant

Biological, physical and chemical management considerations for post-flooded soils

FREE Admission 9.30 am, Friday, May 17 2024, Pavilion 1

Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.

Soilcare Presentations: Ross Arnett

Regenerative Orchard Management

Establishing a regenerative macadamia orchard relies heavily on cover crops and the intricate soil biology, both pivotal in meeting the nutritional needs of a low-input macadamia plantation.

FREE Admission 1.45 pm, Friday, 17 May 2024, Pavilion 1

Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.

Soilcare Presentations: Kieran Livermore

Post Flood Pasture Reboot

An alternative path to a perennial pasture using cover cropping techniques.

Kieran Livermore is a buffalo farmer at Bexhill, NSW. His farm on the Wilson River was flooded in the 2022 floods. He is using a variety of regenerative and biological management practices including cover crops to regain productive pastures.

FREE Admission 1.00 pm, Friday, 17 May 2024, Pavilion 1

Each workshop runs for 15mins with 10mins Q&A allocated.

Moipu Grapple Felling

ust arrived and ready to be supported by the Waratah channel in Australia is the new Moipu grapple felling head product line. Designed for simple installation with only two hose connections to run these attachments it makes it simple to install onto forwarders, telehandlers as well as many small tracked and wheeled carriers. Optimized for select cutting, grabbing, and clearing of trees, readily adapted to a choice of rotator and mounting options.

Come and see us at Site C26 where we will have several of the new Moipu products on display.

Old Mac Farms

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.

FREE Admission, open from 9am - 3.30pm ($2 to feed the animals)

Southern Cross University & SoilCare Present: Building Resilient Farms with Regenerative Principles

Join us for an insightful panel discussion at Primex, where Southern Cross University and SoilCare proudly present an exploration into "Building Resilient Farms with Regenerative Principles." Our panellists will explore the foundational role of soil in sustainable farming systems, emphasising how regenerative practices contribute to soil regeneration, water retention, and nutrient cycling. A veterinary perspective will highlight the importance of soil health for preventing disease transmission and optimising animal nutrition.

Friday from 11.00am - 12.00pm, Pavillion 1

*Please note that a general admission ticket to Primex is required to attend this event.

Local Government Networking Event

Municipal Works Australia, in partnership with the team at Primex, has organised a Local Government Networking Event for local government staff. This event is perfect for local government works staff and industry professionals to collaborate, share ideas, and build connections. Join us for a day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and collaboration. Take advantage of this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and make a difference in your community. See you there!

Thursday 16 May, 11am-12pm. On-site at Norco Primex, Pavilion 1. Free.

This is a free event for people working in local government. The session will include a guest speaker, food, and refreshments. The first 50 local government staff to register for the Networking Event will receive free one-day entry tickets to Primex.

Straight To The Source in Conversation with Culinary Champions

Join Straight To The Source for a morning in conversation with culinary champions Amy Colli, Lucy Allon, and a panel of culinary champions. Join them for a grazing breakfast spotlighting the region's top-notch fare. Hear insider tips for local producers aiming to excel in foodservice and retail.

Thursday 16 May, 8am-10am. Norco Primex, Paddock to Plate, Pavilion 2
$49 inc GST including breakfast, panel discussion, networking and day entry into Norco Primex Field Day for Thursday 16 May.

Case DL550 Minotaur

It’s finally here! The DL500 Minotaur is an all-new, industry-first equipment category: the compact dozer loader. The integrated C-frame delivers true dozer performance and the agility and finesse of a loader, with 114 horsepower.

On show at Site E4, come down to the EEA stand to see the huge rippers, dozer blade and new cab interior.

Berkley Supertank Fishing Show

Demonstrating fishing lures and techniques for both fresh and saltwater fishing. Free Shows Daily. Demonstrations commencing at 10.00 am and showing continually throughout the day and finishing at 4.00 pm

FREE Admission

The Dairy Shed

The NSW Dairy team (NSW DPI, Subtropical Dairy and DairyNSW) will be at Primex and available to talk to local dairy farmers, as well as anyone interested in a career in dairy, or socially conscious consumers wanting to learn more about Aussie Dairy. Dairy farmers can talk with industry stakeholders about upcoming events, support available and outcomes of recent projects. For those looking to participate in hands on activities, we will also be hosting a series of fun, interactive activities, aimed at showcasing various career opportunities in the dairy industry. This activity is made possible through the generous support of the Australian and NSW Governments’ Storm and Flood Industry Recovery Program, in collaboration with the NSW Department of Primary Industries.

Come and see us at sites H3 & H22! Daily milking demonstrations and cheese making sessions at 10.30am, 1.00pm and 3.30pm

Gold Coast Helitours

Helicopter joy flights around Primex and Casino. 5-6 minute scenic flight around the expo and Casino. Experience a truly unique perspective of Primex, Casino and the surrounding areas.

Friday-Sunday 10am-4pm. $80 per person

No need to prebook, just walk on up to our ticket booth

The Wildlife Twins

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!

FREE Daily Shows: 10 AM – Wildlife Animal Demonstration (Nourish: Paddock 2 Plate), 12 PM – Wildlife Animal Demonstration (Nourish: Paddock 2 Plate), 2 PM – Snake Safety Talk (Pavilion 1)*

*Except Friday, show will be at 2.30pm

Dinki Di Train

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!

Every day. FREE to Primex patrons.

Katie Brook

With hauntingly beautiful vocals, poetic songwriting and an awe-inspiring stage presence, Katie Brooke is making an impact with every song she shares and this has reflected in her current chart result with her latest single Too Far Down named number 1 most charted song on Australian Country Radio for 2023. Katie has a bold air of nothing to lose and is blazing her own remarkably successful trail with her unforgettable authentic Western flare. She is undoubtedly leaving a lasting impression everywhere she goes. Nourish will be the place to be for her sets!

Thursday from 2.30pm-4.30pm, Saturday from 12.30pm-2.30pm

Tapestry Road

Tapestry Road takes us on a journey through time reflecting the soulful deep and moving reflections of the great songs of our past. Along with a touch of the new unheard original tunes of the present Tapestry Road lifts us all into voice to become one. Tapestry Road has a wealth of experience, featuring Robyn, Jbsinger and Julian Smith. Their diverse talents span across all genres of musical creativity from Stage and Theatre to Film , Radio and TV, performing in as equally diverse venues from small halls and theatres, to private functions, weddings and festivals and pretty much anywhere people gather to appreciate music.

Friday from 12.30pm-2.30pm

Lincoln Turner

Lincoln is a North Coast local musician and perpetually busy father of four. Blessed with a passion for guitar and a love of great music, he is sure to entertain over lunch in Nourish.

Thursday from 12.30pm-2.30pm

Isaac Frankham

Taking well-known songs and spicing them up with grooves and sonic textures, Isaac has people on their feet dancing, or quietly contemplating his more soulful tunes, wherever and whenever he plays. Relax, listen to Isaac, eat, drink and enjoy the Nourish area at PRIMEX.

Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 11am-12.30pm

Industry Functions

Drone Workshops

Interactive Displays

Machinery Demonstrations