“As the screws tighten, people will be feeling the pressure as we head into these expected drier than average conditions”, said Ted O’Kane, Rural Resilience Officer with the NSW Department of Primary Industries.

“There is plenty of evidence around now that tells us getting social, getting connected and taking our minds off the day to day activities for a time, is the best way to reset the gauge and get us in a better frame of mind”, said Mr O’Kane.

The Rural Resilience Program and Upper Lachlan Landcare partnered to host Neville Brady, funny man and former Richmond AFL player next week.

“[He] is paid big money to talk all over the countryside, and work with businesses to improve their working environment and customer delivery,” said Mr O’Kane.

Mr Brady trained in a variety of business and marketing, and consults widely with farming families and industry organisations on ways to improve personal and business effectiveness. 

Bringing his farming experience, having grown up in Swan Hill, the son of a shearing farmer, and has a knack for entertainment.

“Best thing about Neville is he is funny”, says John McGeechan. 

“He knows his stuff and he is a very good presenter”

This event has also received some major support from local businesses and community groups, including; Country Womens Association – Crookwell Day Branch, McGeechans Farm Supplies, Andersons Livestock and Real Estate and Duncombe and Co Livestock and Real Estate. 

Many businesses have generously donated lucky door prizes, such as Lindner Quality Socks, Meats a Treat, Top Paddock, Harts Pharmacy, Country Bunches and JD’s Rural.

This night of entertainment on Thursday 27 September at the Crookwell Golf Club. Tickets $25, and includes a two course meal.

There is no doubt laughter is the best medicine.