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Annual Meeting
On 25 September, Wayne Forrest is joining us at our Farmer Council Annual Meeting at TuiHQ, sharing his story of farming after a life-altering injury that left him a tetraplegic.
About the evening
- Hear updates from Eastern North Island Director Pat Crashaw and Farmer Council Chair Dan Billing, and be part of the conversation guiding the future of farming in our region.
- They will share insights into B+LNZ’s current policy work and the Board’s strategic direction. There’ll be time for questions so bring your thoughts, ideas, and feedback.
- We’ll also be voting to replace retiring members of the Eastern North Island Farmer Council. If you’re passionate about farming and want to contribute to the direction of our sector, we’d love to hear from you.
- A cash bar will be available and canapés will be served.
Speaker
- Wayne Forrest - Wayne Forrest is a TEDx speaker and life coach who inspires audiences around the world. At 25, a split-second decision during a rugby match left Wayne a C4-5 tetraplegic. His journey of resilience and rediscovery has led him to help others unlock their potential and find joy in every moment. Wayne’s message is one of courage, growth, and the power of the human spirit.
Farmer Council – Expressions of interest
We’re now welcoming expressions of interest to join the Eastern North Island Farmer Council. You don’t need to be formally nominated – just keen to contribute and help shape the future of farming in our region.
Expressions of interest close at 12pm, Friday 19 September. Forms available on request.
Please send a short bio (up to 200 words) to Angus Irvine: angus.irvine@beeflambnz.com
Registration
Registration is essential for catering purposes.