Ninth Annual Agribusiness Law Conference
- About the Conference
- The Faculty
- Feedback
- CPD Certificate
- Registration Special Offer
- Enquiries/Assistance
Date/Time
Thursday 8 & Friday 9 May 2025
Sofitel Gold Coast, Queensland
About the Conference
The agribusiness landscape is constantly evolving, presenting both challenges and opportunities. Don't just react – prepare. TEN The Education Network’s Ninth Annual Agribusiness Law Conference equips you with the knowledge and strategies to proactively navigate the complexities of corporate governance, food production, environmental regulations, competition law, and more. From mastering ESG reporting to understanding the implications of upcoming merger law changes, this year’s conference provides practical insights to safeguard your business and thrive in the years to come.
TEN is proud to welcome the participation of our major sponsors - AACo (Australian Agricultural Company Limited), KPMG and Rabobank and our supporting partners - Bindaree Food Group, Ward Keller and Sun Rice Group.
Day 1 - Thursday 8 May 2025
Theme: Corporate Governance
- From Duty to Liability: Directors’ Duties and Risks in Agribusiness
- From Paddock to Plate: Navigating the Legal Labyrinth of Food Production
- Preparing for Nature Positive: The Road Ahead for Agribusinesses
- Mastering ESG and Sustainability Reporting in Agribusiness
Competition and Consumer Law Issues
- Change is A-coming: How Australia’s Merger Law Regime will be overhauled in 2026
- Fair Play in Agribusiness: Safeguarding Against Anti-Competitive Risks
- The Future of Greenwashing: A Regulator’s Perspective
Conference Cocktail Party hosted by AACo
Navigating People, Contracts and Cybersecurity
- The Long and the Short of it: Employment Law Update
- Agriculture 4.0 - Being Cyber Safe in Smart Agriculture
Financial Issues
- Feeling the Pinch: Financial Sustainability in Agribusiness
- Tax Trends Shaping Agribusinesses
- PPSR: Making It Work for You
The Faculty
Donald McGauchie AO, Chairman, Australian Agricultural Company
Lara Gray, Regional General Counsel, Rabobank Australia Limited, Sydney, NSW
Michael Linehan, Partner, Clayton Utz, Melbourne, Vic
Scott Bouvier, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons, Sydney, NSW
Matthew Austin, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons, Brisbane, Qld
Samantha Daly, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery, Sydney, NSW
Michele Laidlaw, Partner, Johnson Winter Slattery, Sydney, NSW
Felicity McMahon, Partner, Allens, Sydney, NSW
Mick Keogh, Deputy Chair, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission, Sydney, NSW
Alanna Fitzpatrick, Partner, K&L Gates, Brisbane, Qld
David Rountree, Partner, Allens, Brisbane, Qld
Matthew Bode, Partner, Gadens, Brisbane, Qld
Franki Ganter, Partner, Allens, Brisbane, Qld
Peter Slegers, Director, Cowell Clarke Lawyers, Adelaide, SA
Anne-Maree Keane, Partner, KPMG, Brisbane, Qld
Michael Linehan, Partner, Clayton Utz, Melbourne, Vic
Lauren McCann, Director, KPMG, Perth, WA
Feedback
- The quality of the speakers was second to none and the breadth of topics covered were informative and interesting. The conference also felt like it provided a great annual update on the state of agribusiness across Australia which I think is invaluable for in-house practitioners in this space.
- Always on point and relevant with excellent presenters.
- Good conference, with interesting topics and excellent speakers. A great way to meet and interact with peers in the industry.
CPD Certificate
Lawyers: 11 CPD units/points (substantive law)
WA Lawyers - TEN is an accredited provider
All delegates attending the conference will receive a CPD Certificate confirming attendance.
Registration Special Offer
If you register and pay by 17 April 2025 you will pay only $2255 – a saving of $165 off the full price conference registration fee of $2420.
Multiple registration discount?
If you would like to send 3 or more people from your company to this conference the following discounts apply:
- 3 registrations – 5% discount off each registration
- 4 registrations – 10% discount off each registration
- 5 or more registrations – 15% discount off each registration
To access this discount simply use the multiple registration option on our website. You can complete all of the registrations in one action and the discount will automatically be applied.
One-day only? We do accept bookings for attending one day only (either day 1 or day 2). To organise a one-day booking, please contact Jenna Pickrell (03) 8601 7729 or email: [email protected]
Enquiries/Assistance
If you need assistance or have an enquiry, please do not hesitate to contact our Event Manager, Jenna Pickrell, on (03) 8601 7729 or email: [email protected]