Fairley Leadership Cohort Explores Campaspe Region at Gargarro Botanic Garden Café.
Photo 1 - 2024 Fairley Leadership cohort at Gargarro Botanic Gardens Photo 2 - 2024 Fairley Leadership cohort touring Gargarro Botanic Gardens
This week, the Fairley Leadership cohort gathered at the picturesque Gargarro Botanic Garden Café for an enlightening day of exploration and discussion, focusing on the unique landscape, challenges, and opportunities of the Campaspe region. The event featured a range of expert speakers who shared their insights and experiences with the attendees, contributing to a vibrant and informative program.
Among the distinguished guests were Warren Davies, known as The Unbreakable Farmer, Andrew Murphy FF'23, and Jenny Wilson from the Gardiner Foundation. Their presentations in the morning session covered essential topics such as wellbeing in regional and rural communities, agriculture, and the role of youth in the dairy industry. These discussions provided valuable perspectives on the critical issues facing the region and highlighted the importance of fostering resilience and innovation in these areas.
Adrian Weston and Jan Smith captivated the audience with their insights into community collaboration and the origins of the Gargarro Botanic Garden Café. Their stories underscored the significance of local initiatives and the power of collective effort in creating sustainable and vibrant community spaces.
Mel Floyd FF'23 and Austin Ley FF'21 from Campaspe Shire Council added another layer to the day's discussions by exploring the region's economic development opportunities. Their insights shed light on the various strategies and initiatives being implemented to boost the local economy and enhance the region's growth prospects.
The day was a resounding success, thanks to the active participation and contributions of all attendees. The Fairley Leadership cohort extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who played a part in making this program day both jampacked and memorable.
As the cohort continues its journey of learning and leadership, events like this underscore the importance of community engagement and collaboration in addressing the challenges and harnessing the opportunities within the Campaspe region.
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