Jake Turner lives on a mixed farming enterprise north of Lake Cargelligo, NSW. He is currently in his first year of a Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Jake’s passion for the beef industry and the Angus breed started at Yanco Agricultural High School where he was actively involved in the cattle showstock team from years 7 to 12. Alongside seven other like-minded people, Jake is stoked to have the opportunity to not only represent Angus Australia at the World Angus Forum, but also Australia’s wider beef industry.
Kickstarting the Future: Join the Zoetis World Angus Youth Welcome Function in Sydney
On the 28th of April, the Zoetis World Angus Youth Competition kicks off with an exciting Welcome Function at the Aurora Rooftop Bar in Sydney.
This event is designed to bring together young leaders in the Australian Angus cattle industry, aged 18 to 35, with the international youth teams competing in the Zoetis World Angus Youth Competition along with past competitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet fellow competitors, share experiences, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about the Angus breed. There are only 120 tickets available to this exciting event to join the teams.
The keynote speaker for the evening is Sam Bailey – You Don’t Need Legs to Fly will motivate attendees with his story of resilience and perseverance. Sam’s personal journey is a testament to overcoming adversity and reaching for the skies, offering invaluable insights to young leaders in the agriculture sector.
The function will also feature a panel discussion with past world youth competition competitors. These individuals will reflect on their experiences and the personal and professional growth they gained from participating in the event, giving current attendees a glimpse of the opportunities that lie ahead.
Beyond the formalities, the event is a chance to reconnect with friends and peers in the Angus community, both in Australia and globally, fostering bonds that strengthen the industry’s future.
Event Details:
- Date: 28th of April
- Time: 5pm
- Location: Aurora Rooftop Bar, Sydney
- Tickets: $80 per person, includes drinks package and canapes
This evening promises to be an exciting start to the competition, blending inspiration, networking, and community spirit.
About Sam Bailey
Sam Bailey is a farmer, pilot, husband and best-selling author. He has achieved all of those from a wheelchair….and has an incredible ability to take an audience on the journey of his life.
From a childhood growing up in the Australian bush to a car accident in the outback that turned his life upside down and its aftermath, Sam tells his story in his own down-to-earth laconic style that captures the determination, grit and humour that made it possible.
He relates how he beat the odds to fulfil his life-long dream to be a farmer, learning to ride a four wheel bike; devising a hoist to get into farm machinery and ultimately learning to fly an ultralight.
Sam then found his soul mate in former Tamworth-based ABC radio Rural Reporter, Jenny Black – who he proposed to “live” on regional radio. Their story appeared on ABC TV’s “Australian Story” in 2000 with an overwhelming response and was published in April 2006 in their book ‘Head Over Heels’.
After running a mixed farming property near Croppa Creek in North West NSW for 24 years, they’ve downsized to a small farm near Tamworth, to focus more on travelling the country to tell their story and giving inspiration to others.
They are also working towards their next big goal – called Helifirst – which entails Sam becoming the first quadriplegic in the world to fly a helicopter and flying into schools to inspire children to fulfil their own dreams and goals.
You can find out more information about Sam and Jenny at their website www.sambailey.com.au