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Join JCU at Beef Australia 2024 from May 6 to May 10 at the Rockhampton Showgrounds.

JCU Beef Australia 2024: Be inspired and learn how students, young and mature can benefit by undertaking their degree through JCU. Our presentations and activities over the week will provide insight into the courses offered at JCU and information to help you understand the application process with us.

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What you can expect

We have an exciting program of events and activities and can't wait to see you at Beef Australia 2024 – Register and let us know the presentations you will be attending.

  • Free JCU presentations over 5 days
  • Hands-on, interactive activities running each day
  • Meet and hear from the leaders behind some of JCU's most important research
  • Explore study and career options
  • Be immersed by the future of Digital Ag
  • Participate in Q&A sessions
  • Giveaways and much more.

JCU Presentations

Careers in Health at JCU

8.30 am – 9.15 am


Discover how diverse a career in health can be. Studying and working in rural, regional and remote areas brings you into the heart of what a health career is all about: making a meaningful difference to those who need it most.

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SPEAKERS:Professor Richard MurrayProfessor Richard Murray - Dean, Medicine and Dentistry

Professor Sabina KnightProfessor Sabina Knight - Director, Central Queensland Centre for Rural & Remote Health

Join Professor Richard Murray and Professor Sabina Knight to learn the ins and outs of JCU Health and Medicine. From insights into our many health courses to tips on our application process, this presentation will show you that when it comes to pursuing a dynamic health career, there’s a place for you at JCU.

TNQ Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub

12 pm – 12.45 pm


Join the TNQ Drought Hub Director and Queensland agricultural advocate David Phelps as he talks about the work of the eight Adoption and Innovation Hub’s across Australia in building resilience to drought and climate variability.

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SPEAKER:Professor David PhelpsProfessor David Phelps - Director, Tropical North Queensland Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub

Vaccines against Tick Fever

1.30 pm – 2 pm


Babesia bovis, a major causative agent of tick fever, is a widespread blood parasite that causes a severe, often fatal disease in cattle. Carried by the cattle tick (Boophilus microplus), these parasites continue to breed economic losses in beef and dairy industries around the world. But did you know this could all be avoided?

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SPEAKER:Vignesh RathinasamyVignesh Rathinasamy - Research Fellow, Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine, James Cook University, Cairns

Studying Biomedical Science at JCU

8.30 am – 9.15 am


Biomedicine often flies under the radar of many high school leavers who want to pursue a health career. But in a number of ways, it is the perfect study area for those with a passion for medicine and a skill for research. In this presentation, learn more about the many exciting pathways into medical and healthcare careers that JCU’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science can give you.

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SPEAKER:Associate Professor Jeffrey WarnerAssociate Professor Jeffrey Warner - Head, Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Biology

Challenging Government Decisions

1 pm – 1.45 pm


Australia’s agricultural and pastoral industries are subject to extensive levels of government regulations, from environmental management, taxation and transport, to drought recovery and more. Decisions made at a government level can impact many operators involved in these industries.

When governance and legislative changes affect you or your business, what are your rights? What rules do government departments need to follow? What options do you have to challenge decisions that impact you, your work, your communities, and your family?

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SPEAKER:Dr Anthony MarinacDr Anthony Marinac - Lecturer and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland

Farm and Succession Planning

3.30 pm – 4.15 pm


As the adage goes, succession starts at birth. But when it comes to agricultural succession, there are many steps along the way, and a multitude of options relevant to each unique business.

Hear from a panel of experts in agricultural succession as they discuss the considerations, complexities, available assistance, and real stories of transitioning viable farms to the next generation. Join them as they share stories of succession wins and lessons, and the importance of starting with a conversation.

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SPEAKERS:Dr Rachel HayDr Rachel Hay - Knowledge Broker, Tropical North Queensland Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, James Cook University

Natalie HughesNatalie Hughes MEc(AgResEc). BEd(Sec). TAE.DipFinCons(Rural), Rural Financial Counsellor, Rural Financial Counselling Service North Queensland

Connie NavarroConnie Navarro - Director, Connie Navarro Legal

Studying Veterinary Science at JCU

8.30 am – 9.15 am


Dreaming of entering the world of veterinary science? There’s no better place to start than at JCU.

Hear from Professor John Cavalieri about the many benefits of JCU’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours). Find out how you can hone your skills in unique locations like JCU’s very own Fletcherview cattle station, or with JCU’s partners throughout Australia. Discover how this five-year program is designed to equip you with a diverse skillset for whichever field you want to pursue.

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SPEAKER:Professor John CavalieriProfessor John Cavalieri BVSc MEd PhD DACT

Australian Rural Leadership Foundation Forum

9.30 am – 10.30 am


How to meet unique challenges with leadership as a tool – Raising leadership steaks in rural, regional and remote communities.

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SPEAKERS:
Fleur Anderson
Fleur Anderson, Completed Australian Rural Leadership Program, Course 25

Robert HardieRobert Hardie, Completed the Australian Rural Leaderships Foundation’s AgriBusiness Program, 2023

Aaron KielyAaron Kiely, Completed Australian Rural Leadership Program, Course 29

Jessica LoughlandJessica Loughland, Completed Australian Rural Leadership’s AgriBusiness Program, 2023

The journey of a JCU Student in the agriculture industry

4 pm – 4.45 pm


Meet Lucy Gardner and William Harrington, both JCU students but at very different stages of their careers.

In this presentation, Lucy and William share their journeys of navigating study, research, and innovation within agricultural industries. Hear about their individual projects in soil restoration and technological innovation, as well as the lessons they’ve learned through both trials and triumphs, with the ultimate goal of contributing to an enduring and sustainable sector.

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SPEAKERS:Lucy GardnerLucy Gardner, Bachelor of Environmental Science, Zoology and Ecology, Project Officer, Southern Gulf NRM

William HarringtonWilliam Harrington, PhD Student and Director, Wi-Sky QLD

Studying Allied Health and Nursing at JCU

8.30 am – 9.15 am


Wondering where a career in Healthcare can take you? Join Daniel Lowrie and Sabina Knight as they explore the many healthcare pathways you can undertake at JCU. Whether you’re curious about what it takes to be a Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech Pathologist or even a Sports and Exercise Scientist, there is always a place for you and your passion in the world of healthcare.

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SPEAKERS:Dr Daniel LowrieDr Daniel Lowrie, Head, Occupational Therapy JCU

Professor Sabina KnightProfessor Sabina Knight - Director, Central Queensland Centre for Rural & Remote Health