We’re excited to welcome you to Cultivate, CommBank’s signature agri event designed to inspire and connect the next generation of Australian producers.

Cultivate brings together industry professionals, innovators and producers to share perspectives on the future of farming. Across the event, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers, build meaningful relationships and explore ideas you can take back to your business.

Designed with the realities of farming in mind, Cultivate creates space to step away from the day-to-day and focus on what matters most for long-term resilience and growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cultivate? 

Cultivate is CommBank's signature agri event designed to inspire and connect the next generation of Australian producers. Cultivate will provide you with the opportunity to: 

• Engage with industry leaders on topics as diverse as technology, natural capital management, succession planning and the global supply chain outlook.

• Discover new innovations that enhance farm productivity and operational efficiency.

• Connect and collaborate with farmers, industry professionals, and CommBank specialists.

• Gain knowledge on financial tools, resilience strategies, and sustainable farming approaches.

When and where is the event?

The event will take place from Tuesday 24 March to Wednesday 25 March at voco™ Kirkton Park, Hunter Valley.

What’s included as part of the event?

• An overnight program with business sessions across Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning.

• One night's accommodation (Tuesday) including breakfast.

• All group meals and beverages.

• Departure transfers to Sydney or Newcastle airport on Wednesday 25 March.

What’s not included?

• Flights and transport to and from your local airport.

• Arrival airport transfers to the venue.

• Additional nights of accommodation beyond the event.

• Any incidental expenses and additional food and beverages during your stay.

What evening events are planned?

Join us on Tuesday evening for for a hosted dinner, providing an opportunity to connect with peers and industry partners, reflect on the afternoon's conference discussions and continue conversations in a relaxed setting. This event will be hosted on Tuesday 24 March from 6:30pm.

What is the dress code for this event? 

Business sessions: Smart casual

Dinner: Cocktail attire

How can I register? 

Please register your attendance via the event invitation you received via email.

How do I get to the venue?

Getting to voco™ Kirkton Park Hunter Valley is easy and convenient, whether you're coming from near or far.

By Car: voco™ Kirkton Park is just a two-hour drive from Sydney. Follow the M1 Pacific Motorway north, then take the exit towards Cessnock. Continue on Wine Country Drive, then turn right onto McDonalds Road and right again onto Oakey Creek Road. The hotel will be on your left.

By Air: You can either fly to Newcastle Airport (NTL), which is approximately an 1-hour drive (60 km away), or Sydney Airport (SYD), which is about a 2-hour drive. If you require assistance with booking flights to this event, please contact the Eventscape team.

Public Transport: You can take a train from Sydney to Maitland Station, then transfer to a local bus heading towards Pokolbin. The nearest train station to the hotel is Greta Station, about 22 km away. From there, a taxi or rideshare service can take you directly to the hotel.

Who can I contact for more information? 

Contact the event organisers listed on the event website.