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B+LNZ Still Standing, Still Growing
Rural women — this day is for YOU
It might be time to take a step back… and invest in you.
Join us for the B+LNZ “Still Standing, Still Growing” Workshop — a supportive, down-to-earth day designed especially for rural women.
This isn’t just another workshop — it’s a chance to:
Step off the farm and reset your thinking
Learn practical tools for resilience and mindset
Gain insights into finance, succession & your future
Connect with other amazing rural women (and have a few laughs!)
With inspiring guest speakers and real, practical takeaways you can use straight away — this is about real tools for real life.
• Jemma Brunton (AWDT)
• Haley van Leeuwen (Craigs Investment Partners)
• Alice Sanders (Lawyer, farmer & business owner)
• Sandra Campbell & Anne Sutton (MPI On Farm Support)
Come along, meet like-minded women, and leave feeling refreshed, supported, and ready for what’s next.
Spots are limited, so register now:
Or get in touch with me for more info
Theresa.Laws@beeflambnz.com
EOCG AGM
We would like to invite all EOCG members to our Annual General Meeting, details in the flyer below.
If you would like to nominate someone for the committee or become a member please contact the secretary at eocatchmentgroup@gmail.com.
Tiaki Maniototo Roadshow
Save the date!
10am - 3pm with refreshments to follow.
On Tiaki Maniototo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18q124HZLn/
Upper Taieri Wai / Tiaki Maniototo / Waipiata Pie Co.
OCC AGM
Join us on Teams for our Annual General Meeting - or for more info contact admin@otagocatchments.co.nz
Backyard Bird Count with FOBC x Southern Lakes Sanctuary
Have you ever wondered which birds call Bullock Creek home?
Join Friends of Bullock Creek & Southern Lakes Sanctuary for a community bird watch and bird count at Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs. No experience needed, just curiosity and a warm jacket.
30 June & 5 July
12pm–1pm
107 Stone Street, Wānaka
Plus, enjoy a free mug of hot soup after the count.
Registrations are essentials as space is limited.
To register email admin@fobc.kiwi
Otago Ballance Farm Environment Awards - Farming for the Future - A celebration of Sustainability
Join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and inspiration with fellow farmers, growers, and primary sector professionals.
Hear from Andrew and Rachel Miller, 2024 Ballance Farm Environment Awards Supreme Winners from Southland, and learn more about MPI’s On Farm Support service.
Why come along?
Meet past entrants and BFEA alumni
Hear firsthand about the fantastic reasons to enter the awards – or encourage someone else to enter
Learn about the many benefits and opportunities that come from being involved
Connect with others in the industry and share sustainability stories and ideas
Enjoy delicious local pulled lamb buns, refreshments, and sweet treats to finish off the evening
Wednesday 24 June 2026
5.00pm – 7.00pm
Norwood Showroom, 179 Dukes Road North, Mosgiel
RSVP by Friday 19 June
Camille McAtamney
027 418 3414
We'd love to see you there for a relaxed evening celebrating sustainability, innovation, and the people helping shape the future of farming.
Sustainable Dairy Growth
Explore how dairy growth, infrastructure investment and environmental outcomes are being balanced through a live dairy conversion in Southland.
Location: Jon & Birgit Pemberton’s farm - 507 Pioneer Hwy, Brydone.
11am Registration/Lunch on arrival - 4:30pm
BBQ's kindly provided by Open Country Dairy and ANZ
Get in touch if you want any more detail: Sustainable Dairy Growth. Please register through this link.
Pest Management Strategy
Been involved with the Te Hakapupu Pleasant Catchment Pest Management Strategy?
Join us as we celebrate the completion of this important project and acknowledge the contributions of everyone who has helped along the way.
Come and hear from those involved, learn about the final strategy, and find out what the next steps are for pest management across the catchment.
Enjoy a special wild food-themed lunch
Test your taste buds with our Mystery Meat Platter Challenge
Go in the draw to win a voucher from Beanos Bakery
All the details are in the flyer below. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Steph.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Catchment Communities Aotearoa (CCA) National Forum
You are warmly invited to attend the National Forum, Networking Evening, and AGM, bringing members together from across the country to connect with leaders, MPs, and industry. Please click the link below to register your attendance.
RSVP by 20th May 2026 to secure your spot.
Register for the National Forum and 2026 AGM
About the event
The National Forum 09:00 - 16:30
Expect keynotes, panel discussions on future funding, workshops on catchment groups in action, real-world insights, and innovation. Coffee on arrival from 9:00 for a 10:00 start, with lunch and afternoon tea provided. Detailed Agenda coming soon.
Evening networking reception 17:45 - 20:30
Connect with peers, industry leaders, and politicians, with a guest speaker during the evening. Drinks and Food provided.
Pomahaka Galaxiid Sanctuary Community Planting Day
Join Pomahaka Water Care Group for a couple of hours to help with this community project caring for the local environment.
huddl Fundraising & AI Workshop
Fundraising & AI Workshop with guest speaker Lani Evans!
AI is rapidly changing the fundraising landscape, but what does that actually mean for community groups, charities, and for-purpose organisations?
In this workshop, we’ll explore practical ways AI can help boost funding efforts. We’ll also unpack some of the big questions around AI, including ethics, risks, and governance, so organisations can approach these tools with confidence.
Workshop details:
Thursday 11 June | 4.30 pm – 6.00 pm | Alexandra Community House, 14/20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra
Ideal for staff, volunteers, board and committee members - all welcome!
This is a FREE workshop, but spaces are limited. Grab your spot via the link below:
https://huddl.nz/.../upskilli.../fundraising-and-ai-workshop
Friends of Bullock Creek - AGM
Join us for our Annual General Meeting
We’d love to see our community come together for an update on what we’ve been working on, what’s ahead, and how you can be involved.
Thursday 28 May
5.30–7.30pm
Wānaka Community Hub
Everyone is welcome. Come along, ask questions, and connect with the FOBC whānau.
Image kindly provided by @waiwanaka @dgerl
Telford Open Day
Ever wondered what goes on at Telford?
• Guided campus tour
• Industry guests
• Meet students
• Discover career pathways
• Sausage Sizzle
Date: Wed, 27th of May 2026
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: Telford Campus - Address: Waitepeka 9240
Proximity: Under ten minutes from Balclutha
Electrify Clutha
Clutha Development and Rewiring Aotearoa invite the community to an evening conversation about energy resilience and electrification in the Clutha District.
This discussion-based session will explore:
• what electrification looks like in practice
• how communities can improve resilience and preparedness
• what community-led action could look like locally
The evening is intended to support information sharing, discussion, and next steps, not product promotion.
Date: Tuesday 26th May
Time: 5:30–7:30pm
Venue: TPŌMA, 6 Clyde Street, Balclutha ( Auditorium )
Audience: Open to all
All welcome.
Take a Breath Sleep Week
Take a Breath Sleep Week kicks off nationwide on Monday 25 May with a promise to improve New Zealanders’ sleep.
We all live busy lives! Between the farm and work, kids, keeping the house running, and everything else in-between, prioritising yourself isn't always top of the list. It's time for that to change, starting with how you sleep.
If you’ve ever struggled dropping off to sleep, staying asleep, or getting good quality sleep, you’ll want to be part of the National Sleep Experiment during Take a Breath Sleep Week.
Take a Breath provides the science, simple tools, and an app to nudge the right habits to reset your breathing patterns and measurably improve your sleep. The data is compelling with 76% of people improving their sleep by changing one simple thing – their breathing.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
It's simple. You don't need special equipment, expensive classes, or hours of your time:
Download the free app. Head to takeabreath.world and download the Take a Breath app (iOS or Android). It takes less than a minute.
Join the 7-Day Sleep Challenge. The app guides you through proven breathing techniques and nudges you to practice throughout your day. No complex instructions — just simple, intentional breaths.
Track your progress. Complete a simple quiz at the start and end of the week to measure improvements in your sleep quality, anxiety levels, and energy.
Attend a free seminar (optional). During Take a Breath Sleep Week, expert speakers explain the breathing science in detail. Free 60-minute sessions available online and in-person. Check out the website HERE> for more information.
Make it a habit. After the event ends, you'll continue to have access to the app and all its resources forever. Breathing well isn't a 7-day sprint — it's a practice.
Century Farms & Station Awards - Lawrence
2026 event date
This year's event date has been set for the weekend 15 - 17 May 2026. We encourage visiting families to book accommodation well in advance.
Century Farmers Club
Already a Century Farm award recipient? Stay up-to-date by joining the "Century Farmers Club" where you receive a copy of each year's awards presentation booklet. Contact us for further information.
Follow us on Facebook
Follow our Facebook page for latest news and profiles on some of our award recipients.
huddl - TREASURER 101 - A guide for treasurers of community organisations
Being a treasurer is an important role in any community organisation.
This practical workshop is designed to support new and existing treasurers with the essential knowledge needed to manage finances confidently and responsibly.
In this session we’ll cover:
• The role and responsibilities of a treasurer
• Key legislation and compliance requirements
• Financial reporting responsibilities
• Tax returns and key filing obligations
• How to prevent and identify fraudulent behaviour
Upcoming Workshops
Queenstown – Wed 1 April | 5.30–7.30pm
Cromwell - Wednesday 29 April | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Wānaka - Tuesday 5 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Alexandra - Thursday 14 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
To register head to https://huddl.nz/.../upskilling-and.../treasurer-101
Otago Catchment Leaders Forum
Otago Catchment Community and NZ Landcare Trust - Otago Catchment Leaders Forum
Earnscleugh Hall - 506 Earnscleugh Road
From Practice to Impact: Catchments in Action
For more information and to RSVP (by Friday May 8th) contact Camille admin@otagocatchments.co.nz , 027 418 3414
Resolution Grand Tour
Lawrence, our Grand Tour is coming back this year with a new spin on the format
Here’s what you can expect on the night:
Power Hour (6:00pm) - Kick things off with a hands-on support session led by the Resolution team.
This is a great opportunity to get more out of Resolution, ask questions, or simply have a chat in a more informal setting — whether you're already using it or just curious to learn more.
A few examples of what you might want to chat through or get help with:
- Getting your team set up
- Adding and managing staff
- Organising and updating tags
- Enabling and using Chat day-to-day
- Making the most of Map Layers
- Seeing how Resolution could work for your operation (we’ll have a sales representative there if you’d like to chat further or get a live demo)
Resolution Real Talk (7:00pm) - A relaxed evening with a light supper, a few refreshments, and an open, informal atmosphere.
Resolution Update & Tips : A short overview of the past 12 months, including key new features and practical takeaways
Farmer Panel: Hear from farmers sharing how they’re using Resolution in their day-to-day, the impact it’s had, and real examples from their operation
Open Q&A: Ask questions, share ideas, and be part of the conversation
Feel free to join us for the Power Hour, the main session, or both.
Register here: https://forms.gle/8QcKUnrsg2eYRPxT9
SO Farming for Profit - Inside the Farm Gate: Practical Feral Animal Control Tools
An invitation to a South Otago Farming for Profit event focused on practical, on-farm feral animal control tools and strategies.
When: Friday 8 May 2026, 1:00–4:00pm
Where: Toko Rugby Club, Union Street, Milton
Otago & Southland BFEA Open Day
Otago: Kane property - Westholm Dairies, Dairy & Beef, Tapanui, 9am
Southland: Roberts property - Top Deck Trading, Dairy Grazing, Deer and Beef, Marino Downs, 1pm
SAVE THE DATE!
Why burn fuel twice when you can visit TWO incredible farms in ONE trip?
We're bringing people together, sharing ideas, and showcasing some great work happening across Otago & Southland!
Bringing you double the ideas, double the inspiration… and better value for your diesel
Make sure you’re following our page and Southland's Ballance Farm Environment Awards page, so you don’t miss out!
huddl - TREASURER 101 - A guide for treasurers of community organisations
Being a treasurer is an important role in any community organisation.
This practical workshop is designed to support new and existing treasurers with the essential knowledge needed to manage finances confidently and responsibly.
In this session we’ll cover:
• The role and responsibilities of a treasurer
• Key legislation and compliance requirements
• Financial reporting responsibilities
• Tax returns and key filing obligations
• How to prevent and identify fraudulent behaviour
Upcoming Workshops
Queenstown – Wed 1 April | 5.30–7.30pm
Cromwell - Wednesday 29 April | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Wānaka - Tuesday 5 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Alexandra - Thursday 14 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
To register head to https://huddl.nz/.../upskilling-and.../treasurer-101
Beef + Lamb NZ - On-line Wormwise Webinar
Outsmart the worms. Protect your profits.
Parasites continue to be one of the biggest silent drains on sheep and cattle performance — but smart, practical management can make a real difference. Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Wormwise programme is running a series of upcoming workshops and a webinar designed to help farmers stay ahead of the challenge this season.
What’s coming up?
Wormwise Webinar – Online
Mon 4 May | 7:00–8:00pm
Learn practical strategies that go beyond routine drenching
Reduce drench resistance and protect future productivity
Improve monitoring, grazing management and decision-making
Take home tools you can apply immediately on your own farm
Whether you’re battling high worm loads now or planning ahead for upcoming seasons, there’s an option to suit everyone — join in person or jump online from home.
Registrations are essential.
Find out more and secure your spot here:
Let’s build healthier, more resilient stock — and take control of the worm challenge together.
Online intensive winter grazing workshop
The online workshop will be held on Monday, 4 May at 11am. The catchments, consents and compliance teams will be online to present and answer any questions you may have.
The online workshop consists of:
A short presentation covering:
The latest IWG research findings
Current legislation regarding IWG (what has changed)
IWG Management Plan overview
Risk identification in IWG paddocks
Overview and selection of IWG good management practices.
A Q&A session
Online workshop details for Monday, 4 May, 11am:
MS Teams link: orc.govt.nz/iwgonline
Optional (if the link above does not work for you; this is for manually finding the meeting)
MS Teams Meeting ID: 492 104 371 728 93
The Economic and Environmental Benefits of Native Habitats for Productive Systems
NZ Landcare Trust webinar, "The Economic and Environmental Benefits of Native Habitats for Productive Systems," featuring Susan Moore Lavo, Senior Advisor for Te Uru Rakau NZ Forest Service.
Discover how integrating native habitats, from forest blocks and wetlands to small areas for attracting beneficial insects, can enhance farms and other productive systems. These ecosystems offer a wealth of environmental, cultural, spiritual, and economic advantages, complementing land use rather than competing with it.
Learn how to enrich the land you live and work on.
Register here
huddl - TREASURER 101 - A guide for treasurers of community organisations
Being a treasurer is an important role in any community organisation.
This practical workshop is designed to support new and existing treasurers with the essential knowledge needed to manage finances confidently and responsibly.
In this session we’ll cover:
• The role and responsibilities of a treasurer
• Key legislation and compliance requirements
• Financial reporting responsibilities
• Tax returns and key filing obligations
• How to prevent and identify fraudulent behaviour
Upcoming Workshops
Queenstown – Wed 1 April | 5.30–7.30pm
Cromwell - Wednesday 29 April | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Wānaka - Tuesday 5 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Alexandra - Thursday 14 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
To register head to https://huddl.nz/.../upskilling-and.../treasurer-101
Stormwater Runoff Detainment Bund
How well do they trap sediment?
Field day presenting the results of a 3 year trial.
How detainment bunds work and where to place them
Results from the Phosphorus Mitigation Project
Practically how detainment bunds work on farm
RSVP: pwcg2016@gmail.com
Location: Al Body’s farm - 473 Beatties Road, Tapanui
Get to Know your Natives
A fun interactive workshop to build knowledge, confidence and connection.
Where: Middlemarch Golf Club 12.00 pm
Waste Management & On Farm Solutions Workshop
Hosted by Trish Rankin (Taranaki Dairy Farmer, Rural Leader & Waste Expert)
On Farm Waste Management
Best Practice approaches to on-farm waste management
Practical options for reducing, handling and storing farm waste.
How good waste management supports Farm Plans and audit outcomes.
Otago’s rules on rural waste management & local solutions
Resources to support waste and recycling on from will be available on the night.
Supper provided.
RSVP: otagosouthrc@gmail.com P: 0274183414
Intensive winter grazing workshop
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is hosting a free in-person workshop in Cromwell to help with all things related to intensive winter grazing (IWG).
Tapanui Wednesday, 15 April, 11am
West Otago Community Centre1 Suffolk Street, Tapanui
Register at: orc.govt.nz/iwgworkshops
huddl - TREASURER 101 - A guide for treasurers of community organisations
Being a treasurer is an important role in any community organisation.
This practical workshop is designed to support new and existing treasurers with the essential knowledge needed to manage finances confidently and responsibly.
In this session we’ll cover:
• The role and responsibilities of a treasurer
• Key legislation and compliance requirements
• Financial reporting responsibilities
• Tax returns and key filing obligations
• How to prevent and identify fraudulent behaviour
Upcoming Workshops
Queenstown – Wed 1 April | 5.30–7.30pm
Cromwell - Wednesday 29 April | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Wānaka - Tuesday 5 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Alexandra - Thursday 14 May | 5.30pm – 7.30pm
To register head to https://huddl.nz/.../upskilling-and.../treasurer-101
Intensive winter grazing workshop
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is hosting a free in-person workshop in Cromwell to help with all things related to intensive winter grazing (IWG).
Monday, 9 March, 11am
Cromwell & Districts Presbyterian Church (10 Elspeth Street, Cromwell)
Register at: orc.govt.nz/iwgworkshops
