NSW Farmers is bringing a series of events to the North West and beyond to assist the farming community with telecommunications issues, as well as new changes to workplace laws.
This September, NSW Farmers will host a telecommunications roadshow in the region- together with the Gwydir Shire Council, Regional Tech Hub, Telstra and NBN to share information and possible solutions to telecommunications issues.
Guest speakers in attendance will include:
- Ian George and Michael Marom – Telstra
- David Crough – NBN
- Jennifer Medway – Regional Tech Hub
- Tiffany Galvin – Mayor, Gwydir Shire Council
- Mick Collins – Regional Services Manager, NSW Farmers
Sessions will be held at Upper Horton, Bingara and Warialda on Tuesday, September 9, and at Gravesend, Croppa Creek and North Star on Wednesday, September 10.
To find out more or to register, click here.
Later in September, NSW Farmers will also host a series of free workshops in the district to provide an update on changes to workplace relations laws that affect farm businesses.
This includes recent changes resulting from amendments to employment legislation and modern awards, with the sessions to also provide refreshers on correct processes around engaging workers, including pay arrangements and documentation necessary for compliance.
With the first of the workshops to be held in Glen Innes and Armidale on September 15, NSW Farmers’ Head of Commercial Gracia Kusuma said it was well worth taking the time to attend a session nearby.
“Staying informed is key in the current environment, and we have built these sessions around what farmers need to know and do to be compliant in light of recent workplace changes,” Ms Kusuma said.
“Each session is short, sharp and practical, and we’ve gone to great lengths to make it well worth the trip into town for anyone interested in coming along.”
The workshops will be held on:
- Monday 15 September – Glen Innes, Armidale
- Tuesday 16 September – Tamworth, Merriwa
- Wednesday 17 September – Gunnedah, Wee Waa
- Thursday 18 September – Walgett, Moree
To find out more or to register, click here.
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