_id Date Gift or benefit given or received or provided Description of gift or benefit Amount $ (excl GST) Name of donor Name of recipient Reason for receiving the gift or donation Gift was (a), (b) or (c) 1 2018-08-21 00:00:00 Given 14 Customised Tear Drop Flags/Artworks 3500 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Seisia Enterprises Pty Ltd The DAF Director-General is the Government Champion for the Northern Peninsula Area, which includes Seisia as one of the five communities. This gift was to support the 70th anniversary of the migration of Saibai Islanders to Seisia on the Northern Peninsula. The gift recognises the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history, and acknowledges the rich, vibrant history of one of Queensland's most remote locations. c 2 2018-08-01 00:00:00 Given Travel - Boigu Island Dance team to Seisia 5950 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Seisia Enterprises Pty Ltd The DAF Director-General is the Government Champion for the Northern Peninsula Area, which includes Seisia as one of the five communities. This gift was to support the 70th anniversary of the migration of Saibai Islanders to Seisia on the Northern Peninsula. The gift recognises the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history, and acknowledges the rich, vibrant history of one of Queensland's most remote locations. c 3 2018-07-31 00:00:00 Given "Cash donation to support the ""Keep the Flame of Culture Burning"" Festival" 20000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Northern Peninsula Regional (NPA) Council The donation supported the community objectives of promoting the rich cultural history of the NPA and facilitating the gathering of community members to celebrate such an important cultural event. c 4 2018-07-11 00:00:00 Received Ticket to Rugby League State of Origin Match 150 BDO Mr M Letts Attendance at the event assisted in building relationships with the private sector service providers, and improves the understanding of how the government may maximize the value of services it provides to the public, and identifies any gaps that exist in the government/ agricultural industry interface. a 5 2018-07-04 00:00:00 Received iPad, presented to Diane Ouwerkerk 470 Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM) Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms Ouwerkerk attended the conference hosted by the ASM to present DAF research results. Ms Ouwerkerk won the door prize of the iPad, which was retained for departmental use. b 6 2018-05-04 00:00:00 Received Aluminium casting of a Fire Ant nest 2500 Australian Ant Art Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Biosecurity Queensland, National Red Imported Fire Ant Eradication Program) The Australian Ant Art group donated the aluminium casting which will be an extremely valuable tool in both scientific and community education on the impacts of fire ants and the importance of eradicating them from Australia. b 7 2018-02-16 00:00:00 Received Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) 2018 Economic and Political Overview lunch at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre 279 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, University of Queensland (QAAFI) Ms V Lane, Horticulture & Forestry Science, DAF This lunch event provided the opportunity for Ms Lane, one of the department's senior executives, to remain up to date on key economic and political issues impacting on Queensland. a 8 2018-02-16 00:00:00 Received Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) 2018 Economic and Political Overview lunch at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre 150 QAAFI Ms L Turner, Agriculture, DAF QAAFI is an important partner delivering high quality research and development services to the agricultural sector. Attendance at the event assists in building strong relationships between DAF and the QAAFI. a 9 2018-02-06 00:00:00 Given Dinner The Rocks Restaurant, Charleville 451.81999999999999317878973670303821563720703125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 14 Representatives of Murweh, Paroo & Bulloo Shire Councils, Agforce Queensland, local meat exporters and beef producers This lunch event provided the opportunity for senior executives of DAF to network with key industry stakeholder groups. c 10 2018-01-07 00:00:00 Given Dinner at the Blackbird Bar & Grill, Brisbane 335.06000000000000227373675443232059478759765625 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr T Ohashi, Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry (MAFF), Mr D Yajima, Nomura Research Institute Ltd, Mr T Nakamore, Fuji Oil Co Ltd & Mr S Takeya, Nichiryunagase Co Ltd The hospitality was provided as part of the official visit by MAFF representatives and invitees to Queensland to progress mutually beneficial opportunities for collaboration and information sharing between Queensland and Japan in areas including crop cultivation, innovative technologies, and supply chain transport and logistics. It follows a signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the two organisations in March 2017. c 11 2017-12-08 00:00:00 Given Lunch at the Garden Grill, Eight Mile Plains, Brisbane 412.05000000000001136868377216160297393798828125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 10 Members of the Animal Ethics Committee The department held this small thank you lunch in recognition of the time contributed by the Animal Ethics Committee members as volunteers for the department. c 12 2017-10-24 00:00:00 Given BBQ buffet dinner, Next Hotel, Brisbane 1199.549999999999954525264911353588104248046875 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 26 representatives from the Australian and other State government Fishing Authorities, Marine Park Management Authorities and fisheries experts from Australian universities A one day Fisheries Management workshop was held on 25 October 2017. The dinner on 24 October was held as a networking function, where attendees could meet with DAF Fisheries staff to exchange ideas, discuss initiatives and build networks. c 13 2017-10-14 00:00:00 Received Sit down three course gala dinner including beverages 320 Timber and Building Materials Association Mr J Burgess & Ms K Catchpoole (DAF Forestry) Attendance at the industry function provided the opportunity to network with a broad range of timber industry personnel; collect industry intelligence, help develop and maintain industry contacts and signal that the department has a significant role to play in the development of the Queensland forest and timber industry. a 14 2017-09-15 00:00:00 Given "Prize money for secondary school winners of the ""2017 Sheep and Wool Challenge"" run by Australian Wool Innovation" 2000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Hillcrest Christian College The competition was specifically targeted at the younger generation, and was conducted to identify an industry challenge, develop an innovative solution and potentially take it through to commercial release. This relates to the objectives of the Australian Wool Innovation to create, identify and promote opportunities for future sheep and wool industry members. c 15 2017-09-06 00:00:00 Given 3 x $200 Gift Vouchers for Innisfail Hardware 600 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr C Camuglia, Mr G Devaney, Mr G Ellers A banana farmer survey was conducted by the department to assist in determining why banana farmers adopt or do not adopt best management practices with quality outcomes. Offering three randomly drawn gift vouchers of $200 each to the survey participants served as an incentive for participation. c 16 2017-08-19 00:00:00 Given Dinner, Chico Rio Restaurant, Townsville 392 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr A West & Mr G Jones (DAF), Mr Uemura, Mr Yasui, Mr Hayashi, Mr Miyaki, Mr Yajima, Mr Tanimoto, visiting delegates from Nomura Research Institute and Japanese Ministery of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (MAFF) The dinner was held following a recently executed Memorandum of Cooperation signed between DAF and MAFF to explore opportunities for research partnerships initially focusing on asparagus and melons, with a view to increased export to Japan. a and c 17 2017-08-14 00:00:00 Given Restaurant lunch with Alcohol, Fitzy's Restaurant, Toowoomba 287.009999999999990905052982270717620849609375 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr M Ikefuchi & Mr T Ohashi (Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry) (MAFF), Mr D Yajima (Nomura Research Institute, Japan), Mr T Nakamori (Fuji-Seiyu, Japan), Mr D Miyake (Consulate-General, Japan) The department hosted the official delegation from the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The visit and the official hospitality provided the opportunity to strengthen the relationship with Japanese Government officials of the Agriculture Ministry. c 18 2017-07-28 00:00:00 Received 2 Tickets to the Brisbane Produce Market Annual Gala Dinner, held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Southbank 300 Brisbane Markets Ltd Mr M Letts (DAF) and spouse Attendance at the dinner by the Deputy Director-General (Agriculture) and spouse enhanced the departmental profile and provided an opportunity to build networks with stakeholders and members of the community. a 19 2017-07-27 00:00:00 Received "Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) ""Women in Leadership Lunch"" lunch at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre" 150 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, University of Queensland Ms L Turner, Agriculture, DAF QAAFI is an important partner delivering high quality research and development services to the agricultural sector. Attendance at the event assists in building strong relationships between DAF and the QAAFI. a 20 2017-07-26 00:00:00 Received Cash donation 5000 Anonymous Department of Agriculture and Fisheries The bank cheque was received from an anonymous donor who specified a preference for the funds to support efforts to improve plant production, in particular pulse crops for human consumption. The funds will be used for this purpose. c 21 2017-07-25 00:00:00 Given Restaurant meal, Ant Hill Hotel, Mareeba 226.409999999999996589394868351519107818603515625 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr A Bowman, (NSW DPI), Ms V Tayoe (National Horticulture Research Network), Mr R Walker (CSIRO), Mr P Hausler (NT DPI) Mr D Moore (Horticulture Innovation Australia) Mr A O'Sullivan (WA DPI) & Mr D Close (Tasmanian Institute Agricultural Research) The national horticulture research committee meets periodically to ensure that research and development activities are co-ordinated under the national horticulture framework, ensuring that effort is not duplicated and funds are appropriately used to further the agency's research direction. Participating agencies routinely pay on a rotational basis for the hospitality extended to attendees, and as the meeting in July 2017 was held in Queensland, the department provided the official hospitality. c 22 2017-07-12 00:00:00 Given Evening meal, The Tippler & Co Restaurant, East Melbourne 534.549999999999954525264911353588104248046875 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr D Takashima (Trade & Investment Qld, Mr Y Chiba, (Wismettac), Ms C Mc Clelland (Vegetables WA), Mr B Perry & Ms L Purcell (The Agri-business), Mr D Carter & Ms M Lind (The Carter Group), Mr K Versteeg (Qualipac) Mr D Moon (Moonrocks) Mr J Terry (Momack), Mr M Evans & Mr R Densley (Mulgowie Farming Company), Mr T Sun (University of Southern Qld) & M N Paterniti (Odeum Farms) The dinner was held to build business relationships with the aim of increasing the export of Queensland grown vegetables to Japan. c 23 2017-07-06 00:00:00 Given Dinner at Gambaro's Restaurant Brisbane 768.1799999999999499777914024889469146728515625 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr M Letts & Ms B Warfield (DAF), Messrs B & T Qualishschefski, Mr K Versteeg (Qualipac), Mr M Chiba, Mr R Tanaka, Mr K Takemura, Mr T Nishikawa, Mr D Takashima The dinner provided the opportunity to strengthen DAF's relationship with Japanese agri-business investors. a and c 24 2017-06-30 00:00:00 Given "Statues ""Around the Campfire""" 225000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Longreach Regional Council The statues which were located in the forecourt of the Primary Industries Building at 80 Ann Street were unable to be moved to its new location at 41 George Street Brisbane. The statues were donated to the Longreach Shire Council as a piece of community art for the new recreational area being constructed in commemoration of the 100 year anniversary of the Charge of the Light Horse at Beersheba in 1917. c 25 2017-06-16 00:00:00 Given "Cash contribution for accommodation and travel costs of presenter to ""Leading in the Central West"" seminar held at Barcaldine 16-18 June 2017" 1000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Red Ridge (Interior Queensland) Limited The seminar's aim is to grow leadership capabilities in rural and regional Queensland, empowering primary producers to grow and develop their communities and to contribute in positive ways to their communities. c 26 2016-06-15 00:00:00 Given Leather business card holders and silver logo pens 996.3899999999999863575794734060764312744140625 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 19 recipients were hosts of DAF representatives on a trade delegation to Japan and Taiwan The presentation of gifts is normal business etiquette in the countries visited. The aim of the delegation is increased horticultural trade with Japan and Taiwan. c 27 2017-06-08 00:00:00 Received 2 Tickets to the opening night performance of Noises Off, at the QPAC Playhouse 150 Queensland Theatre Dr E Woods (DAF) and spouse Attendance by the Director-General and spouse enhanced the departmental profile and provided an opportunity to build networks with stakeholders and members of the community. a 28 2017-06-01 00:00:00 Given "Rural Press Club Luncheon ""A Conversation with Fiona Simson, President, National Farmers' Federation"" held at Tattersall's Club Brisbane" 750 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr M Letts, Mr E Miller, Mr J Thompson, Ms L Turner, Mr V Rudwick, Ms K Coyne (DAFF), Mr D Galligan (Canegrower's Association),Mr C Burke (AgForce), Mr C Macmillan (QRAA) & Ms G Davis (Qld Farmers' Federation) Attendance at the events enhanced the departmental profile and provided an opportunity to build closer working relationships between DAF and industry organisations, and facilitates better communications with stakeholders. a and c 29 2017-05-30 00:00:00 Received "Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) ""Agribusiness: Investment, Agridata & Growth"" lunch at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre" 150 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, University of Queensland Ms L Turner, Agriculture, DAF QAAFI is an important partner delivering high quality research and development services to the agricultural sector. Attendance at the event assists in building strong relationships between DAF and the QAAFI. a 30 2017-05-18 00:00:00 Received Catered lunch, attended by Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, the Hon. Barnaby Joyce 160 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) Mr W Hall, Executive Director, Agri-Science Qld (DAF) Attendance by the Executive Director enhanced the departmental profile and provided an opportunity to build networks with stakeholders and members of the community. a 31 10/05/2017 & 28/03/2017 Received Ticket to the Agribusiness Breakfasts at the Tattersall's Club Brisbane 130 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, University of Queensland Ms L Turner, Agriculture, DAF QAAFI is an important partner delivering high quality research and development services to the agricultural sector. Attendance at the event assists in building strong relationships between DAF and the QAAFI. a 32 10/05/2017 & 23/03/2017 Received Ticket to the Price Waterhouse Coopers Federal Budget Breakfast (10/05/17) and the China Matters Lunch (23/03/17) 160 Price Waterhouse Coopers Dr E Woods (DAF) Attendance by the Director-General enhanced the departmental profile and provided an opportunity to build networks with stakeholders and members of the community. a 33 28/03/2017 & 16/02/2017 & 13/07/2016 Received Seat at QAAFI table for the Agribusiness Australia breakfast (28/03/17); seat at QAAFI table for the Rural Press Club lunch (16/02/17); and seat QAAFI table for the Agribusiness Australia Qld breakfast (13/07/16) 225 QAAFI Mr M Letts As QAAFI delivers research and development in a cooperative environment with DAF, attendance by the Deputy Director-General (Agriculture) at the events enables him to be briefed on developments and innovations made by the organisation. a 34 2017-02-27 00:00:00 Given Dinner at Fitzy's Restaurant Toowoomba 591.9099999999999681676854379475116729736328125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms B Warfield, Mr A Zull, Ms S Slade, Ms S Porchun, Ms J Campbell (DAF), Mr J Trandos (Trandos Farms), Mr K Versteeg (Qualipac) Mr R Densley (Mulgowie Farms) Ms C McClelland (Vegetables WA), Messrs T & B Qualischefski (Qualipac), Mr J Terry (Momack) Mr N Paterniti (Odeum Farms) & Mr B Perry (The Agri-Business) The dinner meeting was held to discuss the implementation of DAF project activities to develop the vegetable export market to Japan. a and c 35 2017-02-16 00:00:00 Received "Ticket to the Regional Press Club lunch ""Australia's place in the global livestock trade"" at the Stamford Plaza Hotel, Brisbane" 150 Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation, University of Queensland (QAAFI) Ms L Turner, Agriculture, DAF QAAFI is an important partner delivering high quality research and development services to the agricultural sector. Attendance at the event assists in building strong relationships between DAF and the QAAFI. a 36 2017-04-05 00:00:00 Given Educational books for students and hygiene products 173.969999999999998863131622783839702606201171875 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Northern Peninsula Family and Community Services To enhance relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and the Queensland Government through the Government Champion program. c 37 2017-03-22 00:00:00 Given Floral bouquet and trophy for Winner of the Queensland Rural Women's Award, and floral bouquets for two other finalists, and Master of Ceremonies 363.8999999999999772626324556767940521240234375 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms Jacqueline Wilson-Smith (Winner), Ms Tracey Belkoff & Ms Jessica Fealy (finalists) and Ms Pip Courtney (MC) DAF annually coordinates the Rural Women's Awards in Queensland on behalf of Rural Industries Research and Development Committee (RIRDC), in recognition of the valuable role of rural women in developing primary industries. The giving of a trophy and floral bouquets to the winner, runners up and the MC is consistent with the practices of other Australian States and Territories. c 38 2017-02-21 00:00:00 Given Bottles of Wine, presented to volunteer guest speakers at the Investment in Agriculture Forum, held on 21 February 2017 327.3700000000000045474735088646411895751953125 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms J Cotter, Mr B Goulding, Mr M Soccio, Mr A Eyres, Ms L Gordon, Mr B Ryan, Mr P Jarvis, Mr B Lyons, Mr R Burling, Mr P O'Donnell, Mr M Blakeney, Mr A Parkes Guest speakers at the event were each provided with 1 bottle of Granite Belt wine as a thank you gift for their participation in the forum attended by 120 key stakeholder guests. The guest speakers covered their own travel expenses and donated their valuable time, ensuring that the event was a success. c 39 2017-01-11 00:00:00 Received Flights and accommodation to attend the New Concepts in Trace Mineral Nutrition Seminar in Bangkok, Thailand between 13 and 17 March 2017 1500 AusPac Ingredients Pty Ltd Ms Sara Willis, Agri-Science Queensland Attendance at the seminar provided the opportunity for this DAF Extension Officer to gain first-hand knowledge of leading edge research and technologies to benefit the Queensland Pork industry's competitiveness in the international marketplace. a 40 2016-12-09 00:00:00 Given Lunch and beverages, Sherwood Services Club Brisbane 467 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 11 voluntary members of the Animal Ethics Committee, and 3 DAF staff, Mr L Turner, Ms L Stephan & Mr W Hall The dinner was a small token of gratitude to the voluntary members of the committee for their service in consideration of scientific applications, inspections and assessment of reports during the calendar year. c & a 41 2016-11-29 00:00:00 Given Lunch at the Coachman's Inn Warwick, as part of regional roundtable discussions 234.55000000000001136868377216160297393798828125 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms A Brodie, Mr D Estens, Mr W Fraser, Mr C Hood, Mr S Judd, Ms K Lamb, Mr H Lamb, Mr B Carr, & Mr S Templeman The event provided the opportunity for DAF officers to engage with community and industry leaders to gain a good understanding of the issues, opportunities and challenges facing the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors in the region. c 42 2016-11-28 00:00:00 Given Cash Donation (collected from staff and attendees at function) 164 Attendees of the Tick Fever 50th Anniversary Celebrations BrAshA-T Ataxia-Telangiectasia Ltd (a not-for-profit organisation/charity) Ataxia-Telangiectasia is a rare neurodegenerative disease. BrAshA-T is an organisation which raises funds to aid research into the disease and assist in providing support for sufferers and families. Though the department did not directly make this donation, the funds were collected during the event held on departmental property. c 43 2016-11-25 00:00:00 Given Celebratory lunch with refreshments, and afternoon tea to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Tick Fever Research Centre, at its Wacol premises. 1523.59999999999990905052982270717620849609375 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 80 Guests, ex-Staff and Staff The event recognised and celebrated the contribution that the Tick Fever Centre has made to the Queensland Cattle industry over the last 50 years. c & a 44 2016-11-23 00:00:00 Given 35 decorative Macadamia Shell Resin Bowls, 3 engraved as award trophies, and 32 un-engraved. 2327.26999999999998181010596454143524169921875 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 32 Guest Speakers & 3 award winners at the AgFutures Conference The AgFutures Conference showcased innovative Queensland products and technologies emerging in the food and fibre sector. The bowls, which are of Queensland origin were selected as thank you gifts for guest speakers and awards as they are sustainable products and are provide a value-added use of the macadamia shell. c 45 2016-10-14 00:00:00 Received Dinner and Zhoushan Silk Scarf 190 Zhejiang/Zhoushan Project Team Ms E Woods (Director-General), Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Attending the dinner and receiving of the gift presented enhanced the department's profile and assisted in opening new trade opportunities for Queensland a 46 2016-09-30 00:00:00 Received Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development Australia CEDA luncheon event focusing upon government investment in Northern Australia, at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre 180 Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Ms E Woods (Director-General), Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Attendance at the luncheon enhanced the departments profile and provided the Director-General to network with key stakeholder groups. a 47 2016-09-22 00:00:00 Given Whole pig, donated as part of the community feast at the Northern Peninsula Area Cultural Festival 499.94999999999998863131622783839702606201171875 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Northern Area Peninsula Community The DAF Director-General is the Government Champion for the Northern Peninsula Regional Council, and the gift was provided as a contribution towards the community feast held during the community's cultural festival. c 48 2016-08-20 00:00:00 Given Hermitage Research Facility Schools Plant Science Competition - Trophies, Medallions, Digital Microscopes & Cameras, Study/Conference costs and expenses, gift cards, gardening supplies, science-based DVDs & books, art materials for winnng students and schools 3973.28000000000020008883439004421234130859375 Department of Agriculture & Fisheries Various primary and secondary schools (14) and approximately 62 students The annual competition encourages the interest of Queensland school children in science and agricultural studies and careers, and rewards these young people and their schools for their excellent efforts and achievements in the competition. c 49 2016-08-04 00:00:00 Given Attendance at the Rural Press Club 2016 Royal National Association Ekka Breakfast event 750 Department of Agriculture & Fisheries Ms E. Woods, Mr M Letts, Dr Jim Thompson, Ms L Brown, Ms A Crook, Mr W Hall, Mr E Miller, Mr D MacIntyre, Mr A Taylor, Mr C MacMillan Attendance at the breakfast event enhances the departmental profile and promotes networking with various stakeholder groups a 50 2016-08-02 00:00:00 Given Catered cocktail event, 2016 Farm to Feast Winter Showcase, held at Gallery of Modern Art 8454.5400000000008731149137020111083984375 Department of Agriculture & Fisheries 86 invited guests, including overseas trade officials and diplomats from Hong Kong, China, and Japan, and industry stakeholders and 7 DAF members of Senior Management The event profiled Queensland's premier fruit, vegetable and nut growing regions and produce, and facilitated connections between Queensland Agri-business, producers and exporters with a range of guests including an overseas Trade delegation from Hong Kong, senior trade and consular officials, industry associations and food opinion leaders. a and c 51 2016-07-14 00:00:00 Given Sit down dinner 413.6399999999999863575794734060764312744140625 Department of Agriculture & Fisheries Ms J Severin (DAF) and 12 Taiwanese Trade Delegates The dinner supported efforts from DAF and Trade and Investment Queensland to promote the quality and variety of Bundaberg's fresh produce to the visiting Taiwanese delegation. Increased produce sales will benefit industry and the Queensland economy. a and c 52 2016-07-06 00:00:00 Given Souvenir boomerangs and books 235.81999999999999317878973670303821563720703125 Department of Agriculture & Fisheries Gifts presented to 12 Officials from the Taiwan Council of Agriculture The gifts contributed to building relationships to benefit trade outcomes for Queensland producers, as a Memorandum of Understanding was signed to initiate investment by the Taiwan Council of Agriculture in new varieties of lychees for growth in Queensland and export. c 53 2016-06-20 00:00:00 Received Ticket to Committee for Economic Development of Australia CEDA State Budget dinner at the Brisbane Convention Centre 150 KPMG Mr Malcolm Letts Attendance of the Deputy Director-General at this event enchanced the department's profile and provided opportunities to network with stakeholder groups. a 54 2016-06-17 00:00:00 Given Dinner provided in Tokyo to trade customers and project team 312.80000000000001136868377216160297393798828125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries D Takashima, N Jagao, Mr Nisikawa & Mr Oonishi The dinner provided the opportunity to build relationships which would lead to new and increased horticulture exports for Queensland c 55 01/06/ 2016 Given Cash donation 25000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Lifeline Darling Downs and South West The donation will assist Lifeline to provide tangible financial assistance to struggling drought-affected farmers and their families by support in paying everyday household bills, food, goods and medical costs. c 56 2016-05-31 00:00:00 Given Buffet lunch incl tea and coffee at Cape York Peninsula Lodge Bamaga 229.090000000000003410605131648480892181396484375 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms E Woods, Mr A West, Ms N Peters (DAF), Mr E Newman, Mayor, Mr M Bond, Deputy Mayor & Mr D Sebasio, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council The meeting provided the opportunity for departmental representatives to discuss areas where assistance can be provided to the Bamaga community. a and c 57 2016-05-26 00:00:00 Received Perspectives on Australian Agribusiness Dinner at Custom's House Brisbane 150 Deloitte & McCullough Robertson (jointly sponsored event) Ms E Woods, Director-General, DAF The dinner provided the opportunity to network with various stakeholder groups. a 58 25/05/2016 Given Cash donation 25000 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Anglicare Southern Region The donation will assist the Anglicare organisationto provide tangible financial assistance to struggling drought-affected farmers and their families by support in paying everyday household bills, food, goods and medical costs. c 59 2016-04-28 00:00:00 Given Evening meal with set menu at the Mercure Hotel Brisbane 1372.5 Biosecurity Queensland, Department of Agriculture & Fisheries Ms Alison Crook, Chief Veterinary Officer, Biosecurity Queensland, and approximately 29 guests, being Australian and State Government members of the Animal Health Committee (AHC), which sits within the jurisdiction of the National Biosecurity Committee (NBC), and invited industry stakeholder observers. This dinner coincided with the six monthly face to face meeting of the AHC, which on this occasion was hosted by Biosecurity Queensland between 27 to 29 April 2016 and provided a networking opportunity for Animal Health Committee members and industry representatives. The AHC provides leadership in developing and implementing policy, programs, operational standard and standards for government in the areas of animal health, domestic quarantine, animal welfare and veterinary public health. a and c 60 2016-04-19 00:00:00 Given Sit down dinner no alcohol for National Biosecurity Committee delegates, Brisbane CBD 1180.450000000000045474735088646411895751953125 Biosecurity Queensland, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr J Thompson, Biosecurity Qld Chief Biosecurity Officer (DAF), Mr N O'Brien, Director, Biosecurity Qld (DAF), and 13 interstate and Australian Government Biosecurity officers. Queensland hosted the 3 day meeting (19-21 April 2016) of the National Biosecurity Committee which discusses responses and prevention of plant and animal diseases and pest infestation. The dinner provided the opportunity for the department to showcase its national response programs, and for senior Biosecurity Qld officers to network with committee members from interstate. a and c 61 2016-03-23 00:00:00 Received Lunch meeting Women in Leadership Series: Equity and Diversity 180 Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) Ms Jazmyn Weatherhead Attending this event gave Ms Weatherhead an opportunity to network and support women in business a 62 2016-03-09 00:00:00 Received Cocktail party and performance at the Playhouse QPAC as part of the World Science Festival 178 Queensland Museum Dr Beth Woods, Director-General, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Attendance of the Director-General at this function provided the opportunity to enhance the department's profile and for Ms Woods to build networks with stakeholders and members of the community. a 63 24/02/2016 Given Trophy and flower bouquets for Award Winners of the Rural Women's Awards and bouquet for voluntary Master of Ceremonies 404.91000000000002501110429875552654266357421875 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms E Robinson, Mr K Watkins, Ms A hinds, Ms F Lake, Ms C Slack and Ms P Courtney (MC) The department manages the RIRDC Rural Women's Awards annually in recognition of the valuable role of rural women in developing primary industries. The awards given are consistent with the practices of other states and territories. c 64 2015-12-08 00:00:00 Received 2 Chinese wallhangings one depicting an ancient chinese village and one depicting two pandas 700 China Animal Health and Epidemiology Centre Mr Jim Thompson, and Ms Allison Crook, Biosecurity Queensland, Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Received as a thank-you gift by visiting official - Professor, Hongchao Ma, Director of CAH&EC. Gift Giving (and receiving) is a part of Chinese culture for visiting officials. To refuse a gift would be seen as offensive and rude to the gift giver and their country. b 65 2015-12-04 00:00:00 Given Buffet lunch for volunteer members of the Animal Ethics Committee 9 volunteers and 3 DAF employees 600.1000000000000227373675443232059478759765625 Biosecurity Queensland, Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries J Tola, Mr G Dryden, Mr Bob James, Mr L Russell, Mr L Daniel, Mr K Reichmann, Ms C Wyszynski, G Appleford, Ms J White (volunteers) & Mr L Turner, Ms L Stephan, Mr P Rolls, DAF As a token of goodwill for the services of the volunteer members of the committee to the department a and c 66 2015-11-13 00:00:00 Given Drought Fundraising Rural Press Club dinner held at the Speaker's Green Parliament House Brisbane 3000 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries 8 DAF employees and associates, 3 other agency employees and associates and 9 industryand business representatives and associates. Total of 20 Networking with industry colleagues, and departmental support for the drought fundraising event a and c 67 2015-11-05 00:00:00 Given Books and Macadamia Nuts 377.94999999999998863131622783839702606201171875 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council and NPA Family and Community Services Tokens of goodwill from the department to the NPA Regional Council and Family and Community Services for their role in serving as a government champion in promoting Queensland fresh produce and healthy diets to local children of Cape York c 68 28/09/2015 Given Cash donation 50000 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Western Queensland Drought Appeal The Western Queensland Drought Appeal was launched in late September 2015 with the aim of raising $500,000 to be used to provide pre-paid debit cards to Western Queensland farmers and their families affected by the recent drought conditions. The prepaid debit cards can be used by recipients to buy goods and services in local communities. The department kick-started the appeal with the $50,000 donation announced at drought-related events held in Longreach on 25 and 26 of September 2015. c 69 18/08/2015 Given Trophies, Medallions, Award Plaques, and Prizes science books, DVD's, gardening kits, scientific journal subscriptions, art & science packs, 2 microscopes, 1 Gift Card 1753.079999999999927240423858165740966796875 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries, Crop and Food Science Various Queensland primary and secondary schools and individual students - approximately 72 recipients in total The annual plant science competition helps encourage student's interest in science and agricultural studies and careers. c 70 06/08/2015 Given Tickets to the Rural Press Club Breakfast, focusing on Australia's Largest Beef Market held at the RNA Showgrounds Brisbane on 6 August 2015 700 Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr J Noye, Ms E Woods, Mr C Chillcott,Mr J Chapman, Mr E Miller,(Dept of Agriculture & Fisheries), Mr A Peake, CEO Qld Dairy Farmers Association, Ms C Murray, CEO Qld Farmers' Federation,Mr D Galligan, CEO Qld Canegrowers, Mr D Cromble, Director, GRM International, Mr D McCombe, Senior Vice-President, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Co. The event provided an opportunity to network with industry colleagues. a 71 04/08/2015 Received 2 x 10 Day RNA Show (Ekka) Entry Passes and 2 x Guest Entry Passes (Single Day) 620 Royal National Association Mr Jack Noye, Director-General, Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries The Royal National Association provides opportunities for Senior Departmental Staff to network with industry colleagues. a 72 23/06/2015 Received Engraved trophy and a tailored mentoring/development package 5700 Platinum Primary Producer Group (PPP) Emma Hegarty, Beef Extension Officer, Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Part of an overall award that requires high calibre of staff employed by DAF and their valued role in Queensland agriculture and broader role in the community. a 73 19/11/2015 Received 1 x ticket to CEDA Women in Leadership Lunch 180 Public Service Commission Marcia Hoffmann, Deputy Director-General, Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms Hoffmann attended this event to promote and support women in business a 74 29/07/2015 Received Ticket to the Committee for Economic Development Australia CEDA Women in Leadership Luncheon, Brisbane 157.5 Qsuper Marcia Hoffmann Ms Hoffman attended this event to promote and support women in business. a 75 28/07/2015 Given and Received 6 Tickets to the Leaders' Edge Luncheon Brisbane 854.549999999999954525264911353588104248046875 Deputy Director-General, DAF Corporate Ms L Dynes, Ms C Marshall, Mr D Parker, Mr T Dow, Ms L Villis, Mr S Kay (DAF Employees) The event offered the opportunity to build and maintain strong business relationships and networks. a 76 24/07/2015 Given Sit down dinner New Delhi 76.340000000000003410605131648480892181396484375 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Crop and Food Science Prof. S Chandrasekaran & Prof. S Mohandumar (Tamil Nadu Agricultural University), Dr M Loganathan (Indian Institute for Crop Processing Technology), Mr Manivannan (Central Food Technology Institute), Dr R Jagadeesan The dinner concluded the first day of an international collaborative project, and was held for team building purposes and to thank the hosts for their co-ordination efforts. c 77 24/07/2015 Given Lunch and Lawn bowls 285.81999999999999317878973670303821563720703125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Biosecurity Control Centre Various - 16 volunteer workers of the Control Centre received lunch and 3 of the volunteers also participated in games of lawn bowls The event was held to acknowledge the work of the volunteers over the previous year, and to thank them for their efforts. c 78 09/06/2015 Given Bottle of Australian Wine 19.989999999999998436805981327779591083526611328125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Animal Science Mr R Paton, Nittany Dairy Nutrition Inc The wine was presented to Mr Paton, an international nutritionist, as a small thank you for participation in a dairy industry seminar. c 79 02/06/2015 Given Central Region Leadership Team Stakeholder Event Dinner 154.55000000000001136868377216160297393798828125 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries , Regions & Industry Development Mr D Evans, Mr D Nebauer, Mr T Mullins, Mr S Subramaniam, Ms B Homisan, Ms S Heisswolf Industry representatives had the opportunity to engage regional DAF managers on issues affecting their industry a and c 80 13/03/2015 Received Ticket to AmCham UQ Business School Luncheon 150 Mr Richard Morwood, Industry Director, Integrated Project Delivery, AECOM Dr Beth Woods To promote the department and build networks with stakeholders a 81 24/02/2015 Given 4 Floral Bouquets one each for three finalists and the voluntary Master of Ceremonies and one Trophy and one Bouquet for the Winner of the Rural Women's Awards 388.31000000000000227373675443232059478759765625 The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Ms S Stivano, Bellevue Feedlot, (Winner); Ms E Rigby, Cedar Hill Flowers and Foliage; Ms K Stretton, Northern Livestock Services; & Ms E Bradley, Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative (Runners Up) & Ms P Courtney, ABC Television (MC) DAF Annually coordinates the Rural Women's Awards in Queensland on behalf of Rural Industries Research & Development Committee (RIRDC), in recognition of the valuable role of rural women in developing primary industries. The giving of a trophy to the winner and floral bouquets to the winner and runners up and the volunteer MC is consistent with the practices of other Australian States & Territories. c 82 18/12/2014 Given Cash Donation 25000 Office of the Director-General, Department of Agriculuture and Fisheries The Salvation Army - We're for the Bush Drought Appeal Support of farmers suffering as a result of drought c 83 17/12/2014 Given Pre-dinner drinks prior to the Qld Agricultural Training Colleges Board Dinner 270.08999999999997498889570124447345733642578125 DAF Director-General, Mr J Noye 19 staff and board members of the QATC - Mr H Rose (Chair), Mr M Stalley (Deputy Chair), Mr D Brown, Ms K Paine, Mr B Banks, Mr M McCosker, Ms C Rolfe, Mr G Bourne, Ms M Hanrahan, Mr B Kinnane, Ms C Douyere, Mr G Van Der Est, Mr P Goodwin, Mr R Whistler, Ms K Delaney, Ms K Smith, Mr T Robinson, Ms M Titterton & Mr E Miller (DAF Board Member) The QATC is a Statutory Body reporting directly to the Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries. The pre-dinner event provided the informal setting for networking with industry colleagues. a and c 84 02/12/2014 Given Meal for 16 attendees of the Central Region Leadership Team Stakeholder Event Dinner at Emerald 700.6499999999999772626324556767940521240234375 The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr N Morawitz, Cotton Grower; Mr R Burnett, Cotton Grower; Mr N Crook, Cotton/Grape Grower; Mr R Amstrong, Grain Grower; Mr m Lullagar, Manager, Goonoo Feedlot; Mr & Mrs J & J Burnett, Beef Producers; Ms L Alexander, Consultant, Blue Dog Agribusiness; Ms A Smith, Chair, CHRRUP; Mr P Bell, Chair, Regional Development Australia; Mr I McCamley, Beef Producer; Mr P Galea, Cotton Grower; Mr L & Ms G Clothier, Beef Producers; Ms C Rolfe, Beef Producer; Mr G Spackman, Manger, Spackman Iker. To provide the opportunity for industry representatives to meet and engage with DAF Regional Managers on issues affecting their industry. DAF Regional Managers updated on industry issues and are therefore better positioned to respond through the delivery of better targeted services. c 85 04/11/2014 Given Queensland and Australian souvenirs 495.56999999999999317878973670303821563720703125 Crop and Food Science, DAF Professors T Kirkpatrick & C Rothrock (University of Arkansas), Dr J Woodward (Texas A&M University), Professor M Davis (University of Colorado) (cotton pathology experts from the USA) Gifts presented as a thank you for participation in the bi-annual Fusarium Wilt Research and Extension workshop held in Toowoomba and surrounds. The guests visited cotton site field sites and provided valuable information on cotton diseases to DAF plant pathologists and growers during their visit. c 86 2/11/2014 Given Restaurant meal for 14 senior officers 10 from departments of Agriculture Primary Industries and Land Management from other Australian jurisdictions, and 4 DAF officers prior to the Fifth Northern Australia Beef Industry Roundtable 788.6299999999999954525264911353588104248046875 The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr J Benyel, Mr R Applegate, Mr A Trier, Mr S Wauchope, Mr N MacDonald, Ms J Hill, Mr R Delane, Mr K Chennell, Mr B McCormick, Mr M Stockdale, Mr J Noye, Ms E Woods, Mr M Letts & Mr C Chilcott The dinner and the accompanying roundtable event provided opportunities to profile the department, its support for the beef industry, and to build networks with stakeholders. a and c 87 2014-10-31 00:00:00 Received Twoÿawards for work in improving fisheries in the Condamine Catchment. Each award entailed a $750 contribution towards professional development. 1500 Condamine Alliance AndrewÿNorris - DAF Senior Fisheries Biologist The awards were given for exceptional work towards increasing the productivity and sustainability of freshwater fisheries and river health within the Condamine Catchment. There has also been substantial economic and social flow-on benefits to regional communities associated with this work. This was achieved through extensive research, habital rehabilitation, community dialogue, extension, education and monitoring. Innovative ideas were trialled and the results demonstrated to the broader community. The uptake of successful activities has been considerable, both within the catchment and across other regions of Queensland, Australia and overseas. a 88 26/09/2014 Given Sit Down Meal, at the Rural Press Club Dinner, held at the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fme, Longreach 240 The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr S & Ms B Coxon & Mr P & Ms E Clarke (Primary Pruducers) The producer families have supported visiting departmental delegations relating to drought related work during the year, and the dinner provided the opportunity to show appreciation for the support the families provided during these visits. The Minister also attended this event, which shows support from departmental staff dealing with drought related work on a regular basis. c 89 20/10/2014 and 24/07/2014 Received Dinner with Chinese Delegation 20 October 2014 and meat industry stakeholders 24 July 2014 180 Meat & Livestock Australia/Livecorp Dr Beth Woods The dinners provided opportunities to build networks with industry stakeholders and to enhance trade opportunities for Queensland primary producers. a 90 16/10/2014 Received Export Awards Dinner 181.5 Mr A Tulloch, Chief Executive Officer, Trade & Investment Qld Jack Noye The dinner provided the opportunity for the DAF Director-General to network with industry colleagues. a 91 08/10/2014 Received Evening Meal at the KPMG Corporate Table at the State of the State Address Meeting 166.5 Mr J Peacock, Partner, KPMGÿ Jack Noye The dinner provided the opportunity for the DAF Director-General to network with industry colleagues. a 92 21/08/2014 Received 2014 Deloitte Queensland Gala Dinner 180 Mr J Greig, Managing Partner, Deloitte Queensland Jack Noye The dinner provided the opportunity for the DAF Director-General to network with industry colleagues. a 93 20/08/2014 Received 1x Chinese Tea Gift-two cannisters of tea in a presentation box, 1x boxed silk scarf 250 Dr Hongchao Ma, Director, China Animal Health and Epidemiology Centre Qingdoa Nina Kung Gift Giving (and receiving) is a part of Chinese culture for visiting officials. To refuse a gift would be seen as offensive and rude to the gift giver and host country.ÿ a 94 20/08/2014 Received 1x Chinese Tea Gift-two cannisters of tea in a presentation box, 1x boxed silk scarf 250 Dr Hongchao Ma, Director, China Animal Health and Epidemiology Centre Qingdoa Allison Crook Gift Giving (and receiving) is a part of Chinese culture for visiting officials. To refuse a gift would be seen as offensive and rude to the gift giver and host country.ÿ a 95 19/08/2014 Given Gift Cards 250 Agri-Science Queensland Mitchell Oddy Award presented as part of the schools plant science competition which aims to encourage students' interest in science and agricultural studies and careers. c 96 19/08/2014 Given Medallions Trophy & Prizes 404.08999999999997498889570124447345733642578125 Heritiage Research Facility Various Schools To reward students for their excellent effort in the schools plant science competition and to help encourage student's interest in science and agricultural studies and careers.ÿ c 97 19/08/2014 Given Buffet Lunch 300 DAF Horticulture & Forestry Science 10 Members of the Horticulture Industry Development Group (HIDG) The HIDG provides valuable advice on horticulture industry issues to senior Departmental staff and the DAF Minister. Lunch was provided as part of a full day meeting of the HIDG, which was attended by the Minister. c 98 11/08/2014 Given Evening Meal 1275.779999999999972715158946812152862548828125 DAF Fisheries Mr D Bateman, Mr S Murphy, Mr J Page, Mr E Morrisson, Ms C Ward, Ms K Collard, Mr N Green, Mr L Kowitz, Mr A Tobin, Ms S Breen, Mr C Calogeras, Mr M Barwick, Mr T McClurg, Mr D Souter, Professor G Hurry. The welcome dinner served to introduce the members attending the full day Fisheries workshop on Tuesday 12 August 2014 to each other and departmental representatives, and allowed informal discussion prior to theÿ workshop. This dinner supported the Fisheries Management Review process.ÿ c 99 2014-08-05 00:00:00 Received AgForce Drinks and Canapes at the Royal Queensland Steakhouse Bar RNA 85 AgForce Jack Noye Networking with Industry Colleagues a 100 2014-08-05 00:00:00 Received AgForce State Council and AgForce Cattle Board Ekka Week Dinner at the Story Bridge Hotel 70 AgForce State Council and AgForce Cattle Board Jack Noye Networking with Industry Colleagues a 101 19/07/2014 Given Restaurant Meal 232.590000000000003410605131648480892181396484375 DAF Animal Science Ms R Niebler, Mr B Howie, Mr J Boshammer, Ms K Gray, Ms C McConnel, Ms J Alexander, Mr R Kelly The event provided an opportunity for the Innovation Hub Pilot Project team to discuss the merits of the Innovation solutions being proposed. c 102 2014-07-18 00:00:00 Given Restaurant Meal 220 DAF Animal Science Ms R Niebler, Mr B Howie, Mr J Boshammer, Ms K Gray, Ms C McConnel, Ms J Alexander The event provided an opportunity for the Innovation Hub Pilot Project team to discuss the merits of the Innovation solutions being proposed. c 103 2014-07-15 00:00:00 Received 2 x Guest Badges, 2 x 10 Day Ekka Passes 600 Brendan Christou, Chief Executive, The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) Jack Noye Networking with Industry colleagues a 104 05/03/2014 Given 4 Floral boquets and 2 trophies for award winners at the Rural Womens' annual dinner and 1 boquet for the volunteer Master of Ceremonies. 483.58999999999997498889570124447345733642578125 DAF, Plant Industries & Food L Hewitt Winner R Sorensen Runner Up J Symons and L McShane Finalists and P Courtney Master of Ceremonies The Rural Womens Awards recognises and supports emerging leaders in Primary Industries c 105 05/12/2013 Given BBQ Christmas Lunch provided to volunteer members of the Animal Ethics Committee 482.75 DAF - Animal Ethics, Agri-Science Qld 11 External volunteers of the Animal Ethics Committee This was the last committee meeting for the year, and as the committee is mainly comprised of volunteers, a Christmas BBQ was provided as a way of thanking the committee members. c 106 3/12/2013 Received Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) - State of the State address 175 Professor Jan Thomas, Vice Chancellor & President, University of Southern Queensland Jack Noye (Director-General) Networking with Industry Colleagues b 107 30/10/2013 Provided Unified Communications speaker device plus Unified Communications headset as part of prize draw for attending Unified communications seminar 200 Datacom Peter O'Keeffe Allows the opportunity to test devices that support Unified Comms directions b 108 3/10/2013 Received Two Entry Fees for 2013 Gold Coast Flathead Classic 450 Gold Coast Sport Fishing Club David Kahler (QBFP Field Officer); Simon Harmon (QBFP Field Officer) Promoting Queensland Boating and Fishing Patrol (QBFP) and the 1800 Fishwatch phone number amongst community and lifting QBFP Field Officer public profile a 109 13/08/2013 Provided Prizes in the 2013 DAF Hermitage Research Facility HRF Schools Plant Science Competition including Fungi Books, Art materials, Digital Camera's, SD cards, DVD's, Science Kits, Scientific magazines, digital microscopes, mushroom growing kits, Trophies and medallions. 1245.0399999999999636202119290828704833984375 Kerrie Rubie Various winning schools/students in 2013 DAF HRF Schools Plant Science Competition (22 Schools/ 66 Winners throughout Queensland) Prizes in the 2013 DAF HRF Schools Plant Science Competition to reward students for their excellent effort in the schools plant science competition and to help encourage student's interest in science and agriculture studies and careers. c 110 13/08/2013 Provided Dairy Industry Dinner 80 The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Jack Noye Networking with Agricultural Industry Colleagues a 111 12/08/2013 Provided Agriculture Industry Networing Breakfast 30 The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Jack Noye Networking with Agricultural Industry Colleagues a 112 07/08/2013 Provided President Hosted Beef Luncheon 50 The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Jack Noye Networking with Agricultural Industry Colleagues a 113 02/08/2013 Provided 2 x RNA 10 Day Pass 115 The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Jack Noye Networking with Agricultural Industry Colleagues a 114 09/07/2013 Provided Lunch at 2013 Paddock to Palate Field Day, Dalby 30 The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Jack Noye Networking with Agricultural Industry Colleagues a 115 05/07/2013 Provided Three Ticket's to Sucrogen Townsville 400 V8 Supercar qualifying session - Friday 8 July 2013 300 Wilmar International Limited (Owners of Sucrogen) Adam West, Mark Pogglo - DAF employee and sugarcane farmer, Brock Dembowski Attendance at this event will provide a unique opportunity to engage with producers, service providers, partners and clients linked to Wilmar's operations and milling facilities. a 116 21/03/2013 Given 4 Awards for Rural Womens' Awards sponsored by the department since 2000. 437.58999999999997498889570124447345733642578125 DAF Alison Fairleigh, Terressa Ford, Robyn Adams, Ursula Keating. The awards recognise and support emerging leaders in primary industries and plays an important role in acknowedging the contributions of rural women to Australian primary industries. c 117 7/03/2013 8/03/2013 25/03/2013 and 26/03/2013 Provided Flights accommodation and meals associated with travel to vegetable levy payers meetings in Northern Territory and Virginia South Australia to speak on current research. 2048 AUSVEG Denis Persley Acceptance of the gift provided vegetable growers with an update on plant virus disease research recently undertaken by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries. The cost of this travel to attend levy payers meetings was funded by AUSVEG at no expense to the Queenland community. a 118 5/03/2013 Provided Flight accommodation and meals associated with travel to Queensland vegetable levy payers meetings in Bowen Stanthorpe and Gatton to speak on current research. 900 AUSVEG Peter Leach Acceptance of the gift provided Queensland vegetable growers with an update on market access research recently undertaken by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries. The cost of this travel to attend levy payers meetings was funded by AUSVEG at no expense to the Queensland community. a 119 30/04/2013 to 01/05/2013 Provided Meals and accommodation provided as part of attendance at a Macadamia Industry Management Workshop 320 Australian Macadamia Society Mr John Wilkie, Horticulture and Forestry Science, DAF Acceptance of the gift enabled attendance at the workshop with industry representatives, where research over the next 5 to 10 years was discussed a 120 12/03/2013 Received Boardroom luncheon with the Honourable John McVeigh MP 50 Ernst & Young Jack Noye Updating industry colleagues on issues and opportunities for the agriculture sector a 121 31/10/2012 Received Chief Executive Officer leadership team luncheon forum at Ernst & Young 100 Ernst & Young Dr Beth Woods Discussion on leadership issues with industry colleagues a 122 17/10/2012 Given 4 Queensland museum guides reference books and 4 stuffed platypi as thank you gifts for guest presentation. 250.650000000000005684341886080801486968994140625 DAF Dr Enrique Moriones Alonso, Dr Aly M. Abdel-Salam, Dr Scott Adkins, Dr William Wintermantel. "Recipients were keynote speakers at ""1st Australian cross-industry workshop"" on the epidemiology and management of whitefly-transmitted viruses. The workshop improved the knowledge of the Queensland scientific community and key industries and help safeguard against key quarantine diseases." c 123 18/09/2012 Received A one day registration at the International Macadamia Symposium, Brisbane, September 2012 174 The Australian Macadamia Society John Wilkie - Horticulture and Forestry Science A Research Horticulturist, employed by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, who undertakes research on tree crops grown in Queensland, accepted an invitation to speak at this conference to present research results for the macadamia industry. a 124 03/07/2012 Received Airfares 280 Engineered Wood Products Association of Australia Michael Kennedy Participation on this national wood products committee will ensure the industry quality scheme is based on sound scientific expertise and effectively protects industry and product users. a 125 2012-11-27 00:00:00 Given Fire Fighting Unit 4278.6199999999998908606357872486114501953125 DAF QLD Fire & Rescue Service - Rual Fires These items were surplus to Forest Products (FP) and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services (QPWS) requirements. Rural Fires work in conjunction with FP and QPWS to protect community assets. Following negotiations with Queensland Fire and Rescue Services (QFRRS), it is intended that these items go to farmer brigades, which are smaller brigades that ordinarily would not be rescued. c 126 22/06/2012 Given Purchase of lunch 384.279999999999972715158946812152862548828125 DAF External employees from various organisations attending General Manager, Crop and Food Science farewell It provided an opportunity for staff and external stakeholders to reflect on past achievements in agricultural science and indentify promising avenues for future collaboration. c 127 2012-02-01 00:00:00 Given Mister for locust control 1595 DAF Longreach Shire Council The gift the Mister a can be used by landholders to manage locust nymphs when they form bands following hatching from eggs. It would be appropriate for council to manage this. c