Get Ahead of It
Practical conversations for primary producers.
‘Get ahead of it’ is a free monthly webinar series designed to help primary producers navigate the realities of running their farming business. Featuring Rural Financial Counsellors and industry experts, each session tackles the topics shaping life on the land.
Practical conversations for primary producers.
‘Get ahead of it’ is free a monthly webinar series designed to help primary producers navigate the realities of running a farming business. Featuring Rural Financial Counsellors and industry experts, each session tackles the topics shaping life on the land.
UPCOMING WEBINAR
Clear Heads in Dry Times
THURS 19 NOVEMBER
12:00pm AEST
The hotter months are fast approaching. With official drought declarations already taking effect across parts of Southern Queensland, similar patterns emerging across the region, waiting to see what the weather does is a risk primary producers cannot afford. Join your host Kim Corfield, alongside Rural Financial Counsellors Hannah Mrowka and Bridget Doyle, as they discuss practical ways to build resilience before conditions tighten:
- Why preparing for dry times early gives you the greatest operational control
- Building a realistic financial buffer that actually protects your cash flow
- The hidden costs of reactive decision-making on stock, feed, and debt
- Practical ways to stress-test your business and explore off-farm risk management options
YOUR GUESTS
Hannah Mrowka
RFC, Central Highlands & Surrounds
Bridget Doyle
RFC, Blackall-Tambo, Murweh, Quilpie and surrounds
YOUR HOST
Kim Corfield
Rural Program Manager
What’s in it for you?
Real Conversations
Honest discussions about the challenges, decisions and opportunities that come with running a farming business.
Useful Perspectives
Hear from Rural Financial Counsellors, industry experts and producers who understand the realities of life on the land.
Practical Next Steps
Walk away with ideas, considerations and actions that can help you move forward with greater certainty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? You’re not the only one.
Yes, it is entirely free. While our primary role is providing dedicated, one-on-one support directly with our financial counsellors (which is where we do our best work) the tips and strategies we share in these sessions are simply too valuable to keep to ourselves. We want to see our local primary producers succeed and we are sharing tips and tools to help you get ahead of it.
We highly recommend tuning in live so you can make the most of the panel discussion, but we know what farm life is like. If something pops up on the property or you’re stuck in the paddock, don’t worry. All registered participants will receive a link to the full recording after the session so you can watch it at a time that suits you.
Yes. You can submit questions during the live session using the chat function. The panel will answer as many practical questions as time permits. However, any complex or highly personal questions can be taken offline for a private chat later.
We respect your time and keep things moving. The session length will vary between 20-60 minutes based on the topic and amount of questions. We start sharply on time so you can get the insights you need and get back to your day.
This webinar is built for any primary producer—across all sectors—who wants a practical, jargon-free look at their numbers. It is also highly relevant for farm managers, family members involved in the business, or local agricultural advisors who want to help their clients identify and manage hidden operational risks.
Not at all. This webinar is an open community resource available to all primary producers, regardless of whether you have ever spoken to a Rural Financial Counsellor before.
No. You just need a smartphone, tablet, or computer with an internet connection. Once you register, you will receive a single link via email. When the webinar is due to start, just click that link and it will open automatically in your browser.
Only if you want to. You don’t need to bring anything to get full value out of the session. However, if you would like to have your current cash flow or balance sheet handy on your desk to quietly follow along and spot your own hidden trends as we go, you are more than welcome to. It is completely optional and strictly for your own eyes.
Need to get in touch?
Loved the webinar, but wondering how it applies to your specific scenario?
Our experienced Rural Financial Counsellors are available for free, 100% confidential, one-on-one sessions. Whether you want to dig deeper into your cash flow forecast or get a fresh set of eyes on your numbers, we’d love to help you get ahead of it.
Funding Partners
BRS t/a Rural Financial Counselling Service Southern Queensland is
jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments.
