National Saleyards Expo Rockhampton 2017

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1 National Saleyards Expo Rockhampton 2017 Tuesday 25 July 2017 to 2017 Incorporating the AGM & conference of the Australian Livestock Markets Association DELEGATE PROSPECTUS

2 Rockhampton 2017 ABOUT THE EXPO We are delighted to be bringing the National Saleyards Expo back to Queensland in 2017, where the event will be staged in Rockhampton. Steve Loane ALMA Chair As the national peak industry body representing saleyard and lairage owners and operators ALMA has designed a program to allow our members and other stakeholders, from all parts of the country to come together in one place, to hear about and discuss regional and national issues that affect the industry. An off-site tour has also been organised for delegates and any interested partners where we will visit the Central Queensland Livestock Exchange at Gracemere as well as the Paradise Lagoons facility. Key dates for the Expo in 2017 are Tuesday 25 July to. We look forward to seeing you in Rockhampton. Event and networking program Tuesday 25 July Meet & greet sponsors evening Wednesday 26 July National Saleyards Expo BBQ & bull ride The Great Western Hotel National Saleyards Expo including off-site tour

3 EXPO ATTENDANCE ALMA is dedicated to providing its members with an avenue to learn from others, network with key decision makers and stakeholders and understand the context in which saleyards operate now and in to the future. Broaden your horizons and think about the future. Reconnect with and expand your network. Engage with your Board and let them know what you are thinking. Meet face to face with industry service providers. Catch up with old acquaintances or make new ones. GETTING THERE Regardless of how you like to travel there are options for getting to Rockhampton. Rockhampton Airport is located just a short 10 minute ride from the centre of Rockhampton. There are both taxi and bus options available as well as rental vehicles. Flights to Rockhampton depart from numerous Queensland cities. For flight and fare information contact QANTAS, JETGO and Virgin. If you plan on driving maybe take a few extra days and take in some of what this region has to offer: visit a crocodile farm, national park, museum or maybe take a dip in the warm waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Event venues National Saleyards Expo & Sponsors Welcome Function The Rockhampton Leagues Club offers the most modern function rooms and event facilities in the Rockhampton area. Off-site Tour Central Queensland Livestock Exchange (CQLX) and Paradise Lagoons. Included in all delegate registrations is a guided bus tour to these two local facilities. BBQ & bull riding The Great Western Hotel is one of Australia s most renowned and iconic hotels. Join us for a casual meal and display of some of Australia s best bull riders in practice. Join us for the. Given the warmer weather, we will be hosting this at The Stirling Rockhampton around the stunning pool and restaurant. Need more information? Do you require more information about the National Saleyards Expo or would you like to discuss an industry issue with us? The ALMA team are always available so please do not hesitate to contact one of us, our details are below. Kate McGilvray Executive Officer t: m: e: kate@australiansaleyards.com.au Ian Lovegrove Northern & Western Field Officer m e: ian@australiansaleyards.com.au Mike Atwell Southern Field Officer m: e: mike_atwell54@bigpond.com

4 CONFERENCE PROGRAM Wednesday 26 July 2017 TIME SESSION program subject to change without notice 9.00am 9.10am 9.30am 9.55am 10.00am 10.30am 11.00am 11.45am 12.15pm 12.45pm 1.45pm 2.15pm 2.45pm 3.15pm Welcome STEVE LOANE, Chair Australian Livestock Markets Association Official opening The regional roundup - FORUM with Saleyard Manager Panel Australian Saleyard Managers Report JEFF WHITE, President Australian Saleyard Managers Association Looking over the fence... Dalby Saleyards COUNCILLOR RAY BROWN, Spokesperson for Council Facilities Western Downs Regional Council MORNING TEA MSA pathways and training options for saleyards JARROD LEES, MSA Engagement Officer Meat and Livestock Australia Automated objective carcass scanning - DEXA CHRIS RUBERG Meat and Livestock Australia Using solar infrastructure to create positive animal welfare outcomes STEVE BLUME, President Australian Solar Council LUNCH WITH OUR SPONSORS The new National Saleyard Quality Assurance Program IAN O LOAN, President National Saleyard Quality Assurance Inc. Australian herd predictions and market update DAMON HUDGES, Operations Manager NLRS Meat and Livestock Australia AFTERNOON TEA envds...the state of play JO QUIGLEY, Chief Operating Officer NLIS Limited 3.45pm Saleyard positioning to take advantage of future live exports markets SCOT BRAITHWAITE, Business Development Manager Wellards 4.15pm Interactive Q&A Biosecurity risk planning - a case study in foot and mouth disease DR ALLISON CROOK, Chief Veterinary Officer, QLD 4.55pm Close of day pm 6.00pm Australian Saleyard Managers Association Meeting BBQ and Bullriding Show Bus departs for The Great Western or make own transport arrangements. Guests to be seated by 6.30pm.

5 CONFERENCE PROGRAM 2017 TIME SESSION program subject to change without notice 7.30am 9.00am 10.00am 10.30am 11.00am 11.55am 12.00pm 12.45pm 5.00pm 7.00pm Welcome Day 2 over breakfast with sponsors Includes presentation of the Animal Welfare Award and sponsor presentations Australian Livestock Markets Association Annual General Meeting, Election of the Board, Open Forum Is in vitro meat really on the cards? The consumer s perspective PROFESSOR CLIVE PHILLIPS, Centre for Animal Welfare and Ethics, University of Queensland MORNING TEA The Future - where will the industry be in 20 years? INTERACTIVE Q&A PANEL Conference delegates will participate in this interactive panel session on the future of the industry. Featuring a range of industry experts representing animal welfare, agents, saleyards, transport operators, producers and buyers. Conference wrap up STEVE LOANE, Chair Australian Livestock Markets Association LUNCH WITH OUR SPONSORS Offsite Expo Tour Buses depart from Rockhampton Leagues Club immediately following lunch. Central Queensland Livestock Exchange Paradise Lagoons Afternoon tea will be provided en route. Delegates will be returned by bus to select accommodation venues. Tour concludes Delegates returned to Rockhampton Leagues Club / select accommodation. ALMA will be hosting the end of Expo celebratory dinner at The Stirling.

6 ACCOMMODATION Australian Livestock Markets Association Inc. ABN : A range of accommodation options have been secured for Expo delegates and their partners. All options are within an easy walking distance of the National Saleyards Expo venue... the Rockhampton Leagues Club cnr Cambridge and George Streets Rockhampton. PLEASE check the cancellation terms for your preferred establishment prior to book ing. THE STIRLING Albert Street Rockhampton VILLA C APRI George Street ROCKHAMPTON PALMS 55 George Street Rockhampton Book ing conditions: I f cancelled less than 31 days prior to the arrival date payment will be forfeited. Book ing conditions: I f cancelled less than 7 days prior to the arrival date payment will be forfeited. Book ing conditions: I f cancelled less than 7 days prior to the arrival date payment will be forfeited. Queen Executive (Q) $130 Deluxe (DQ) $125 Queen Executive (Q) $145 Queen Twin (Q + KS) $135 Executive Queen (EQ) $125 Queen Twin (Q + KS) $145 King Spa (KS) $140 Queen + Queen (QQ) $140 Queen + Single (QS) $140 Queen + Single + Single (QSS) $140 2 bedroom suite $160 All rates are per room per night. Any additional fees or incidentals are payable directly to the establishment by the guest. To reserve your accommodation: please indicate below the dates required as well as room type (refer accommodation options above). Option 1: The Stirling Option 2: Villa Capri Option 3: Rockhampton Palms Tuesday 25 July Wednesday 26 July TOTAL ACCOMMODATION FEES A A A Accommodation will be reserved in the DELEGATE name. No accommodation will be reserved until payment in full has been received. Room numbers are limited and will be allocated on a first in first served basis. If your preferred accommodation is not available you will be contacted regarding an alternative

7 REGISTRATION FORM / TAX INVOICE Australian Livestock Markets Association Inc. ABN : DELEGATE NAME SALEYARD / ORGANISATION MOBILE Conference Registration Meet & Greet Sponsors Night Tuesday 25 July BBQ & Bullriding Wednesday 26 July Off-site Expo Tour Ticket includes Rate No. Total Meet & Greet Sponsors Night Conference attendance, morning & afternoon teas, lunches Thursday morning breakfast session Thursday off-site bus tour Finger food & beverages Dinner by own arrangement Bus transport to and from select accommodation BBQ dinner in reserved area Cash bar available Bus transport from Expo venue and return to select accommodation Central Queensland Livestock Exchange and Paradise Lagoons tour Afternoon tea en route Member...$550 Non member... $700 Member...$60 Non member... $80 Member... $50 Non member... $60 Member... $30 Non member..... $40 Dinner & beverages Member...$120 Non member... $140 TOTAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS B TOTAL PAYMENT DUE (all prices include GST) A+B $ Return your completed registration form to: Australian Livestock Markets Association PO Box 833 Mudgee NSW 2850 or to info@australiansaleyards.com.au Direct deposit Account Name: Australian Livestock Markets Association BSB: Account No.: Reference: Name of saleyard attending Cheque Make cheque payable to Australian Livestock Markets Association