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Happy Holidays to the Food & Agribusiness Network
Season’s Greetings 🎄🎁🏖️ As we approach the end of the year, the FAN team wants to say a genuine thank you for being part of FAN throughout 2025. This year has marked a significant milestone – 10 years of connection, collaboration and growth – and it’s the collective effort of our members, partners and supporters that continues to

FAN Annual General Meeting 2025 – Call for Director Nominations
FAN Annual General Meeting 2025 Call for Director Nominations We are now calling for nominations for two (2) Elected Directors to join the Food and Agribusiness Network Limited (FAN) Board of Directors. These are member-elected positions with a term of three (3) years from the date of the next FAN AGM, scheduled for 20 November 2025. FAN’s Constitution provides for

Nicole McNaughton Named Winner of the 2025 Queensland AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
We’re incredibly proud to announce that FAN’s CEO, Nicole McNaughton, has been named the 2025 Queensland AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award winner! This prestigious recognition celebrates Nicole’s outstanding leadership and the pivotal role she plays in driving innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth in Queensland’s food and agribusiness sector. The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award is one of

Meet the Mentors – Get Expert Guidance for Your Business
Have a burning question about your business? Unsure where to focus for growth or impact? Meet the Mentors is your chance to get expert advice in a confidential, supportive environment. What is it?An interactive event where FAN members can engage with experienced mentors to discuss business challenges and opportunities. Meet the Mentors is sponsored by SRJ Walker Wayland and delivered by the Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth program. Who can

From Prawns to Pineapples: FAN’s CEO Nicole McNaughton on Building a Resilient Agribusiness Community
Championing Local Agribusiness: FAN CEO Nicole McNaughton Featured on Innovate Media’s Coast and Commerce Podcast The Sunshine Coast’s food and agribusiness sector is booming, and FAN is at the heart of its growth. In a recent episode of the Coast and Commerce podcast, FAN’s CEO, Nicole McNaughton, sat down with Ben Amos from Innovate Media

FAN Partners with FaBA
Developing smart, sustainable food and beverage products and technologies will be the focus of a new collaboration between Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN) and Australia’s Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA). As one of Australia’s leading food, beverage and agribusiness clusters, FAN continues to shape the industry by creating an ecosystem that supports collaboration, accelerates innovation,

Exciting Changes to FAN’s Membership!
Dear FAN Members, We’re excited to announce a new and improved membership model that will be effective from 1st July. These changes are designed to better support our vibrant community and to provide even greater value to our members. Here’s what you need to know: Why We Made These Changes We are committed to continually

Support FAN CEO Nicole McNaughton in the CEO Sleepout
Nicole McNaughton Joins the Fight Against Homelessness in the 2024 CEO Sleepout We are proud to announce that our CEO, Nicole McNaughton, will be participating in this year’s CEO Sleepout on June 22nd. The CEO Sleepout is a vital initiative by the St Vincent de Paul Society, aimed at raising funds and awareness for the

Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry
Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry Presented by Food and Agribusiness Network and Visit Sunshine Coast Sunshine Pantry: Open the Doors to Our Region’s Pantry Paradise!  Step into Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry for a day packed with the rich flavours and creative spirit of the Sunshine Coast. This premier event showcases the best local produce, providing a unique