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Entertainment on a Budget webinar delivers practical value for Show Societies

Thank you to everyone who expressed interest in and attended ASA’s recent free webinar, Entertainment on a Budget, presented by Tony Laffan, Head of Entertainment at the RNA (Ekka). The session was a strong success, attracting 57 participants who joined for the full...

New Eventfolk Member Benefit for Agricultural Shows

ASA is pleased to share a new member benefit made possible through an MOU with the Australian Centre for Regional Events, giving show societies and state bodies more practical support, connection and confidence in delivering their events. Through this partnership,...

2026 Chairs AGM Address

Good morning everyone, I would like to begin by thanking John Bennett OAM, President of the Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales, and Brock Gilmour, Chief Executive for hosting us here at the 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show. It’s a privilege to be here as your...

QLD Ag Shows – Next Generation Committee 2025 Reflection

  The 2025 year was one of regrouping, relationship‑building and reinvigoration for the Next Generation Committee. Building on the foundations laid in the previous year, the Committee focused on strengthening internal collaboration, deepening connections across...