Statement from Mayor of Gunnedah Shire Jamie Chaffey regarding AgQuip 2020

14 July, 2020

It is with disappointment I confirm ACM Rural Events have advised of the cancellation of the 2020 AgQuip field days due to the changing and widespread impacts of COVID-19.

Despite their very best efforts and consideration of all options, organisers have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 event to ensure the health and safety of the entire AgQuip community.

I am disappointed for everyone involved. AgQuip is a landmark event on the Gunnedah Shire calendar and it brings vast benefits to our community. While the cancellation of this event is devastating for our Shire, it is the right thing to do to control the spread of COVID-19 and keep people safe.

ACM have worked determinedly to deliver this event; especially recently throughout difficult years of drought. I am confident the event will be back in 2021 for its 48th year and eagerly await the opportunity to showcase the very best Gunnedah has to offer post this crisis.

I would like to thank the community for their support and understanding during these challenging times. Gunnedah Shire Council is looking forward to working with ACM next year to make the AgQuip field days more rewarding than ever for visitors, exhibitors and our community as a whole.

ENDS

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