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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200331T090000
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UID:5168-1585645200-1585760400@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Climate & Carbon in Agriculture 2020 Conference - Adelaide
DESCRIPTION:Ideas to future-proof your farm business at the Climate & Carbon in Agriculture 2020 Conference. \nLearn how to secure the future of agriculture & prepare for our variable & changing climate by listening to & engaging with forward thinking climate & carbon leaders. \nView program & register
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/climate-carbon-in-agriculture-2020-conference-adelaide/
LOCATION:Adelaide Convention Centre\, North Terrace\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200401T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20191220T011555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T011555Z
UID:4764-1585731600-1585771200@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:AUSTimber 2020 - Gormandale
DESCRIPTION:Every 4 years the largest timber industry show in the Southern Hemisphere is in our own backyard. \nFrom live demonstrations to field trips and crowd favourites with the wood chop and national forwarder competition. \n1 April gates open 9am \n1482 Hyland Highway – Gormandale \nVisit Website
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/austimber-2020-gormandale/
LOCATION:Gormandale\, 1482 Hyland Hwy\, Gormandale\, Victoria\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Forest Contractors Association":MAILTO:austimber2020@afca.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200401T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200302T032159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T032517Z
UID:5175-1585731600-1585843200@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training - Wonthaggi
DESCRIPTION:This 2 day course teaches you how to identify\, approach & support someone experiencing suicidal thoughts & behaviours using a practical\, evidence-based approach. \n1 & 2 April \nRegister Interest
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-wonthaggi/
LOCATION:Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club\, 25 Graham Street\, Wonthaggi\, 3995\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Wellways":MAILTO:mdebenham@wellways.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200402T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200302T033737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T033737Z
UID:5189-1585832400-1585839600@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Pension & Your Choices - Yarram
DESCRIPTION:Ready for retirement or looking after someone who is? \nThis seminar covers the topics of: \n\nincome and assets tests\ndeeming investments\nconcession issues and tax issues\nyour retirement choices
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/aged-pension-your-choices-yarram/
LOCATION:Yarram Library\, 156 Grant St\, Yarram\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200415T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200413T235605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T235605Z
UID:5314-1586952000-1586955600@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Autumn Climate Update - Online
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal risk agronomist Dale Grey will present the Victorian autumn climate update online. \nHe will focus on the seasonal climate outlook\, as well as the oceanic\, atmospheric and soil moisture conditions of particular relevance to Victoria. \nThese webinars are on-line presentations which allows participants to ask questions. \nThe webinar will be recorded\, so if you miss the live event\, you can watch it later at a time that suits you. \nRegister via this link \nEvent number: 577 830 538 \nPassword: VicAutClim20
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/autumn-climate-update-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200415T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200414T000108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T000108Z
UID:5318-1586977200-1586984400@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Farm Succession Planning - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join a free webinar with Mike Stephens and Paul Blackshaw from Meridian Agriculture regarding succession planning for your business. \nThe webinar will focus on tools and techniques to assist you in developing a succession plan. \nWe encourage all members of the family business to be involved. \nFollowing the webinar\, Mike or Paul will be available to arrange a one-on-one session with you by phone or video conference. \nInstructions on how to join the webinar will be sent to you once you register. \nThere will be opportunities at the end of the webinar for participants to engage in one-on-one sessions with a consultant. \nParticipants will require a computer/laptop with camera\, microphone and internet connection. \nPlease register with Jacqui Knee (Plan2Farm Project Manager) via email jacqui.knee@nccma.vic.gov.au or by mobile 0400 054 690 or with Tracey Strachan sustainable.agriculture@nccma.vic.gov.au
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/farm-succession-planning-online/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Plan2Farm":MAILTO:jacqui.knee@nccma.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200128T032723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T032723Z
UID:5094-1587029400-1587052800@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Farm Business Analysis - Tinamba (Day 1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Farm Business Analysis assists farmers and their advisers to better monitor\, analyse and understand farm business performance. It covers the importance of getting annual farm physical and financial numbers right\, how to interpret farm performance and understand cash\, profit and wealth for a dairy farm business using DairyBase reports \ncourse over 3 days  April 16\, 23 & 30 \nRegister Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/farm-business-analysis-tinamba-day-1-of-3/
LOCATION:Tinamba Community Centre\, Traralgon-Maffra Rd\, Tinamba\, Victoria\, 3859\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="GippsDairy":MAILTO:info@gippsdairy.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200413T235747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T235747Z
UID:5316-1587038400-1587042000@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Climate impacts on water supplies and availability - online
DESCRIPTION:The next presentation in the climate webinar series for 2020 will focus on the impacts of climate on water supplies and availability\, and risks to water resources in Victoria. \nHydrology and climate specialist Geoff Steendam will provide an update on the Victorian Water and Climate Initiative. The initiative supports research into the impact of climate change and climate variability on Victoria’s water resources. This includes three distinct\, but related\, research projects undertaken with the University of Melbourne\, the Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO. \nGeoff Steendam manages the hydrology and climate science team in the Victorian Department of Environment\, Land\, Water and Planning. The team serves as a knowledge broker for the Victorian water sector\, investing in targeted research and working with the sector to help apply the knowledge. Geoff has worked in water resource planning roles in the department for more than 10 years\, and previously worked for consulting engineering firms in Australia and the UK. \nTo attend this webinar log on via this link
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/climate-impacts-on-water-supplies-and-availability-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200414T000223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T000223Z
UID:5321-1587042000-1587049200@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Farm Succession Planning - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join a free webinar with Mike Stephens and Paul Blackshaw from Meridian Agriculture regarding succession planning for your business. \nThe webinar will focus on tools and techniques to assist you in developing a succession plan. \nWe encourage all members of the family business to be involved. \nFollowing the webinar\, Mike or Paul will be available to arrange a one-on-one session with you by phone or video conference. \nInstructions on how to join the webinar will be sent to you once you register. \nThere will be opportunities at the end of the webinar for participants to engage in one-on-one sessions with a consultant. \nParticipants will require a computer/laptop with camera\, microphone and internet connection. \nPlease register with Jacqui Knee (Plan2Farm Project Manager) via email jacqui.knee@nccma.vic.gov.au or by mobile 0400 054 690 or with Tracey Strachan sustainable.agriculture@nccma.vic.gov.au
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/farm-succession-planning-online-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Plan2Farm":MAILTO:jacqui.knee@nccma.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T131500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200416T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200413T235249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T235249Z
UID:5309-1587042900-1587047400@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Agriculture Recovery Information Sessions - Gelantipy & Surrounds (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Pasture recovery and management \n\nAutumn planning and management of existing pastures\nPasture and cropping options for winter feed and replenishing fodder reserves\nPreparation and sowing\nWeeds and weed control\nSoil fertility.\n\nAnimal health and feeding \nDrought and fire recovery assistance. \nA Rural Financial Counsellor will be in attendance to answer questions regarding support and financial assistance packages. \nJoin online via Webex at https://bit.ly/3bsKQfU or contact Keren Walker to register (details below)\, or join the webinar via landline: \nAustralia Toll\n02-9037-0069\nAccess code: 575 110 339
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/agriculture-recovery-information-sessions-gelantipy-surrounds-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200417T131500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200417T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200413T235406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T235406Z
UID:5312-1587129300-1587133800@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Agricultural Recovery Information Session - Sarsfield & Surrounds (online)
DESCRIPTION:Pasture recovery and management \n\nAutumn planning and management of existing pastures\nPasture and cropping options for winter feed and replenishing fodder reserves\nPreparation and sowing\nWeeds and weed control\nSoil fertility.\n\nAnimal health and feeding \nDrought and fire recovery assistance. \nA Rural Financial Counsellor will be in attendance to answer questions regarding support and financial assistance packages. \nJoin online via Webex at https://bit.ly/3bsKQfU or contact Keren Walker to register (details below)\, or join the webinar via landline: \nAustralia Toll\n02-9037-0069\nAccess code: 575 110 339
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/agricultural-recovery-information-session-sarsfield-surrounds-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200417T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200417T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200416T035817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200416T035817Z
UID:5340-1587132000-1587137400@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:A Unique Time for Red Meat - online/phone
DESCRIPTION:Positioning your business in the current and future market \nPresenter: Jason Strong\, Managing Director\, MLA \nJason Strong will update you on the unprecedented supply and demand conditions currently facing the red meat industry \nPresenter:  Robert Hermann\, General Manager\, Mecardo \nRobert Herrmann will provide you with an update on what the challenges and opportunities might mean for beef producers in these uncertain times \nRegister here \nFor further information or if you have problems registering contact Cathy Mulligan at cathy.mulligan@agriculture.vic.gov.au or 0409 841 492
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/a-unique-time-for-red-meat-online-phone/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200420T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20191220T010329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T010329Z
UID:4760-1587375000-1587394800@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Business Planning : Build a Roadmap to Success - Bairnsdale
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to: \n• Discover and explore new opportunities\n• Identify key risks and limits to growth\n• Solve problems using a range of tools and processes\n• Think ahead and size up future directions\n• Create a business framework\n• Develop strategies to fast track success\n• Build a one-page business plan\n• Access tools\, templates\, support and resources \nBairnsdale Library Room 3\, Service St Bairnsdale \nBook Here (from 1 February) \nFor more information contact Marlene Rickhuss 5153 9500 or email
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/business-planning-build-a-roadmap-to-success-bairnsdale/
LOCATION:Bairnsdale Library\, Service St\, Bairnsdale\, Victoria\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="East Gippsland Shire Council":MAILTO:stephenk@egipps.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200421T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200302T034432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T034432Z
UID:5202-1587474000-1587481200@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Pension & Your Choices - Omeo
DESCRIPTION:Ready for retirement or looking after someone who is? \nThis seminar covers the topics of: \n\nincome and assets tests\ndeeming investments\nconcession issues and tax issues\nyour retirement choices
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/aged-pension-your-choices-omeo/
LOCATION:Omeo Service Centre\, 179 Day Ave\, Omeo\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200422T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200416T040024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200416T040024Z
UID:5345-1587549600-1587553200@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Whole Farm Planning - Online/Phone
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Clem Sturmfels\, Land Management Extension Officer\, Agriculture Victoria \nThis introductory session will provide you with an understanding of the principles and process involved in developing a whole farm plan \nRegister Here \nFor further information or if you have problems registering contact Tess McDougall on tess.mcdougall@agriculture.vic.gov.au or 0409 841 492
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/whole-farm-planning-online-phone/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200427T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200302T033532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T033532Z
UID:5185-1587992400-1587999600@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Retirement Accommodation Options - Stratford
DESCRIPTION:Ready for retirement or looking after someone who is? \nThis seminar covers the topics of: \n\nyour choice to own or not\nhow financial considerations can alter choice\nCentrelink assessment for each choice\nfinancial advantages and disadvantages
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/retirement-accommodation-options-stratford/
LOCATION:Stratford Library\, 70 Tyres Rd\, Stratford\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200428T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200128T033824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T033824Z
UID:5099-1588068000-1588086000@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Feeding Pastures for Profit - West Gippsland (day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Feeding Pastures for Profit is about managing pastures and crops to optimise hectare efficiency and DM consumption. FPFP develops dairy farmers’ skills and decision making with pasture management and supplement use. \nProgram Delivery: Two days ‘up-front’ classroom style delivery plus six on-farm group days over the next 10-12 months. \nVenue to be confirmed \nRegister Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/feeding-pastures-for-profit-west-gippsland-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Victoria
ORGANIZER;CN="GippsDairy":MAILTO:info@gippsdairy.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200429T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200429T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200128T054821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T054821Z
UID:5113-1588181400-1588194000@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Winning Government Business: What you need to know - Sale
DESCRIPTION:Whether the idea of tendering for government business has you scratching your head about where to start\, or thinking about a tangle of red tape\, think again. \nThe Australian government sector spends billions annually procuring products and services. If you’re not putting your business forward as a potential supplier\, you’re missing out. This workshop will show you\, step by step\, how to maximise your chances of success. \nIt’s not just big business that wins government contracts. Small business\, too\, has an equal chance to make one of the largest buyers of products and services in Australia your next customer. \nLearn everything you need to know to position your business to stand out and win one of the many tender and contract opportunities regularly available. \nUnderstand how each level of government – local\, state and federal – is different and get to grips with the terminology\, the protocols and processes that must be followed when bidding for government tenders and grants or responding to requests to quote. \nLearn how to make your proposal stand out and find out how your business will be evaluated at this workshop specifically designed by government to demystify the application process. \nGet the inside story straight from the mouths of the decision makers on where to source opportunities and take away useful resources\, check lists and templates\, hints and practical tips to follow. \nWinning government business is possible. Find out how at this workshop\, one of many that have helped businesses in Victoria get started for over 10 years. \nLEARN HOW TO: \n• Become a supplier to local\, state and federal governments\n• Understand the way the public sector buys goods and services\n• Communicate and engage\, both within and across government departments\n• Market your capabilities\n• Source opportunities\n• Apply for grants\, tenders and submit bids\, or respond to requests to quote\n• Gain competitive advantage\n• Maximise opportunities for success\n• Access tools\, templates\, support and resources in future. \nRegister Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/winning-government-business-what-you-need-to-know-sale/
LOCATION:Port of Sale\, Canal Rd\, Sale\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200430T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200302T033824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T034058Z
UID:5192-1588251600-1588258800@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Fees & Charges - Sale
DESCRIPTION:Ready for retirement or looking after someone who is? \nThis seminar covers the topics of: \n\nentry into different levels of care\nfees and charges\noptions for your former home\npension issues
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/aged-pension-your-choices-sale/
LOCATION:Sale Library\, 70 Foster St\, Sale\, Victoria\, 3850\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200430T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T185907
CREATED:20200428T221312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T221312Z
UID:5363-1588255200-1588258800@ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au
SUMMARY:Tourism Road to Recovery : The Virtual World (the time is now) - Online
DESCRIPTION:Road to Recovery program developed by the Australian Tourism Export Council. \nFree\, 36 week program with 45 minute online tutorials.   \nRegister Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/tourism-road-to-recovery-the-virtual-world-the-time-is-now-online/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Tourism Export Council":MAILTO:atec@atec.net.au
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