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Successful Family, Farm, Finance Expo at Orbost Golf Club focuses on farm succession and rural revitalisationThe Family, Farm, Finance, Future Succession Planning Expo on August 29 at Orbost Golf Club provided essential resources and expert advice on farm succession, supported by Gippsland Community Foundation for rural revitalisation. By news@gippsland - 6th September 2024 - Back to News The much-anticipated Family, Farm, Finance, Future Succession Planning Expo was held on 29 August at the Orbost Golf Club, attracting participants from across the region. Following the success of last year's events in Bruthen and Omeo, the expo provided essential resources and innovative strategies for farm succession planning, with a focus on revitalising rural communities. 
(From L to R): East Gippsland Shire Council's Kaylene Wickham, Scott Ashley of Findex, Sam Marwood from Cultivate Farms, Tim Edmeades from Gippsland Community Legal Service, Katherine Argentino from Argentino Legal, Elizabeth Divers from Social Security Rights Victoria, Anthea Dacy and Geraldine O'Connell of Gippsland Regional Mediation Revitalising rural successionFunded by Gippsland Community Foundation and supported by East Gippsland Shire Council and Agriculture Victoria the event featured expert speakers, including Sam Marwood, founder of Cultivate Farms and Rick Blackshaw. Mr Marwood presented innovative approaches to farm succession designed to secure the future of farming businesses while revitalising rural communities. Mr Blackshaw shared his personal experience of successfully navigating the succession process, emphasising the importance of getting help. "Succession planning can be a challenging time, but seeking the right help allowed us to create a plan that gave us more possibilities for the future," Mr Blackshaw said. Experts from Social Security Rights Victoria, Findex and Argentino Legal offered valuable insights on financial and legal considerations, wills, power of attorney and pension matters. Supporting farming innovationMayor Cr Tom Crook praised the event, saying farming is the future. "We have and will always welcome and support existing and emerging businesses and industries. Our goal is a diverse, sustainable and inclusive economy that supports our region's wellbeing and prosperity," Cr Crook said. Attendees were able to connect with the experts, with many taking advantage of free or discounted follow-up consultations. The success of the Orbost Succession Planning Expo underscores the importance of providing accessible information to support local businesses and communities. "We are committed to finding innovative and straightforward solutions that support the farming community, helping them grow and adapt more effectively. Through expos like this, we strive to bring valuable resources directly to our community," Cr Crook said. It was a day of learning and collaboration, reinforcing East Gippsland's commitment to fostering growth and ensuring the long-term sustainability of its farming sector. Pictures from East Gippsland Shire Council website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: news@gippsland.com
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