2024 Active Farmers Sports Lunch
Presented by
Friday 14th June, 2024
12:00pm - 4:00pm
The Fullerton Hotel
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
More than 460 guests gathered at the Fullerton Hotel on 14th June to hear stories from sporting legends and support Active Farmers in their mission to build stronger and more resilient rural communities.
We were so privileged to be entertained and inspired by such elite sports people - Anna Meares OAM OLY, Tim Horan AM, Nick Farr-Jones OAM, Mark Geyer OAM and our MC Nick McArdle.
Every dollar makes a difference to Active Farmers and the success of our Sports Lunch saw us raise $100,000. This amount has a significant impact, providing vital support to the equivalent of 15 small farming communities that otherwise would have limited or no access to fitness services and equipment over the next 12 months. AMAZING 🙏!!!
From our guest speakers to sponsors, industry leaders and sporting enthusiasts, the room was electric and we thank you for being part of this special event!
A special mention particularly to the generous support of our Foundation and Event Partner, Delta Agribusiness, FMC Corporation, Westpac, FrontRow Group, Taylors Wines / Wakefield Wines and the Gage Roads Brew Co. This event would not have been possible without you.
We look forward to seeing you all again next year. Save the date: Friday 20th June 2025!
OUR GUEST SPEAKERS
Anna Meares OAM
Our keynote speaker Anna Meares is considered by many to be the greatest cyclist of all time and in Rio became the first athlete to win four individual medals at four consecutive Olympic Games. During her 15-year career as an elite athlete, Anna collected 18 gold medals, 16 silver medals and 10 bronze at Olympic, World and Commonwealth Games level, and she retired the most decorated athlete in the world with 11 world titles. Our Flag bearer at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Anna will soon lead our Olympic team to the Paris Olympic Games as Chef de Mission. Her story of determination and courage has inspired a generation.
Nick Farr Jones OAM
Former Australian rugby union great, Nick Farr-Jones was capped 63 times for Australia, including 36 as captain. A dynamic halfback and inspiring leader, Nick is probably best remembered for captaining Australia to win the 1991 Rugby World Cup. Nick’s incredible rugby career has seen him inducted into the Sport Australia and International Rugby Halls of Fame.
Tim Horan AM
Tim Horan is one of the greatest Centres of all time in Rugby Union. His playing career saw him win 2 Rugby World Cups, and was awarded Rugby World Cup Player of the Tournament in 1999. Tim played 80 test matches for the Wallabies and 119 games for Queensland retiring from international rugby as an icon of the game in 2000 and is currently an expert Rugby Commentator for Stan Sport and Channel 9.
Mark Geyer OAM
An Australian International and New South Wales State of Origin representative. Former rugby league footballer, commentator, panelist, now turned Triple M Radio Host, Mark Geyer’s successful career has seen him awarded the Australian Sports Medal for his contribution to Australia’s international standing in Rugby League.
Nick McArdle
Australian TV Sports presenter, Nick McArdle has a career spanning more than 20 years. Currently Stan Sport and Nine’s Wide World Sports Commentator Nick McArdle will lead the Active Farmers’ Sports Lunch as Master of Ceremonies for the second year.
