The annual Dairy Farmers’ Ball was held on Saturday 30 November and dairy farmer Renee Mugavin won the raffle prize – a trip to the Netherlands, courtesy of sponsor Lely.
This will see Renee fly to Amsterdam next year to spend a week attending farm visits, plus she will receive a behind-the-scenes tour of the Lely Headquarters.
Renee was thrilled when she heard her name called out of the raffle draw.
“I did not think I would win at all! I thought I’d get three raffle tickets to support a good charity, and was so excited when my name was called,” Renee said.
“I’m going to see things I’ve never seen before on the other side of the world. On the farm where I work, we don’t have robots – so I can’t wait to see the Lely machines. I also can’t wait to see how things are done in the Netherlands and the farming systems they have there.”
Renee works on a dairy farm in Purnim and has been there for nearly six years.
“I made the decision to make dairy farming my career because I’m passionate about it and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done. It’s so much fun and I just love it,” said Renee.
Charity partner
This year, the Dairy Farmers’ Ball raised funds for the Neil Porter Legacy Foundation. The foundation champions career education in South-west Victoria, and highlights the significance of all careers, including dairy farming.
Neil Porter Legacy Foundation Representative, Matt Porter, said he was grateful for the support of WestVic Dairy and its Young Dairy Network leadership team.
“The foundation relies on generous community support to continue its work and we’re so grateful for the donation from this event,” Matt said.
“We are even more grateful for the opportunity to showcase the important work the Neil Porter Legacy Foundation does to encourage students to pursue their interests and industry of choice.”
The Dairy Farmers’ Ball is an event initiated by the WestVic Dairy Young Dairy Network leadership team. The Young Dairy Network’s purpose is to connect, develop and support young people to excel and prosper in their dairy careers through engaging events and programs.
To get involved or find out more about the Young Dairy Network contact WestVic Dairy via email on (03) 5557 1000.
