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Back to Basics Conference 2026đź“Ť View Hotel, Kingsford Smith Dr &, Hunt St, Hamilton
📅 21–22 March 2026
If you play a role in running a Queensland show, this is the weekend that helps you prepare properly for the season ahead.
The Back to Basics Conference brings together presidents, secretaries, treasurers, section stewards, volunteers and emerging leaders from across the state. It focuses on the practical realities of running a show — governance, compliance, competitions, sponsorship, volunteers and communication — and gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced practitioners, industry leaders and subject-matter experts who understand our movement.
It’s also a chance to step away from the day-to-day and connect with others who carry the same responsibilities in their communities.
Saturday – Skills & Strategy
Competitions & Pathways
• From Show Ring to Spotlight – Building Pathways for Tomorrow’s Champions
• Launching Young Judges in Grains
• Running Successful Equestrian Events
Operational Excellence
• Risk Management & Insurance
• Traffic Management for Shows
• Security & Liquor Compliance
• Sponsorship Attraction & Retention
Engagement & Communication
• Social Media That Works
• Inspiring the Next Generation
• Volunteer Engagement Strategies
Special Interest Groups will run throughout the day, allowing deeper discussion with peers and industry experts working within the show environment.
Sunday – Governance & Direction
• Launch of the 2026–2028 Strategic Plan
• Constitution Review
Sunday is about looking ahead together and ensuring Queensland Ag Shows continues to support strong, sustainable local societies.
Bookings Essential
Tickets include morning tea (Saturday & Sunday) and lunch (Saturday).
And don’t forget to secure your ticket to the ✨QLD Ag Show Awards Dinner✨ on Saturday night, at the same location. An evening to recognise the people and shows that make this movement what it is — and to spend time together outside the meeting room.
Join us in Brisbane as we prepare for the 2026 Show Season.
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Event Venue
View Hotel Brisbane, 100-108 Kingsford Smith Dr.,Brisbane,QLD,Australia, Newstead
Tickets
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