The NQ Growers Gala is set to be a prestigious celebration of excellence in agriculture, honouring the hardworking farmers and innovators who drive North Queensland’s thriving industry. This unforgettable evening will bring together the region’s best, showcasing achievements in sustainability, productivity, and community impact. Adding to the excitement, special guest and Aussie NRL legend Shane Webcke will join the celebrations, sharing his passion for the land and lending star power to a night that shines a spotlight on the heart of rural North Queensland.
DATE: 30th AUGUST 2025
VENUE: MERINDA HOTEL
Reserve your GALA TICKETS here
Grower Member and Corporate Partner Tickets Available Now! RSVP before 11th July to secure your tickets. From 14th July, tickets will be available for purchase by non-members and non-partners (subject to availability). Don’t miss out!
🏉 CHARITY AUCTION – SIT WITH SHANE WEBCKE 🏉
Due to a change of circumstances for the previous winner, BGGA is reopening the charity auction for two spots to sit with Shane Webcke at our Gala Dinner. As many of you have already organised your gala tickets, we are auctioning the seats without tickets included.
Bids close Friday 22 August and all funds raised will support BlazeAid, a volunteer organisation that supports rural Australians during natural disasters.
AUSVEG – Farming Business of the Year
Award
2025 Finalists
This award recognises an outstanding farming business that has demonstrated excellence across all aspects of production, innovation, and industry engagement.
Filby’s Motors – Lifetime Contribution to Farming Award
2025 Finalists
This award recognises a dedicated farmer who has made a lasting impact on the agricultural industry through commitment, resilience, and leadership.
AUSVEG – Emerging Leader
in Agriculture
Award
2025 Finalists
This award recognises a young individual (35 years or under – farmer, farm worker, or industry professional) who is making a significant impact in North Queensland’s agriculture industry.
NQ Aerovation Ag Tech Industry Impact Award
2025 Finalists
This award recognises a business or individual that is making a significant impact in North Queensland’s agricultural industry through innovative ag tech.
Community Stewardship Award
2025 Finalists
This award recognises an individual, agribusiness, or industry body that has demonstrated a strong commitment to community stewardship.
Sponsorship Opportunity
We invite you to be part of an exclusive opportunity to support and celebrate North Queensland’s agricultural leaders by sponsoring one of these prestigious awards, or the whole event!
Download our sponsorship prospectus for more information:
2023 Awards
At the 2023 North QLD Agriculture Excellence Awards, proudly sponsored by the Queensland Government Department of Primary Industries, we celebrated outstanding achievements with Dale Williams of Euri Gold Farms receiving the Grower Recognition Award and Luke Jurgens of NQ Aerovation honoured with the Industry Recognition Award.
We would also like to acknowledge and thank our 2023 Gala sponsors, Toyota Filby’s Motors, Elders, and AusVeg.
