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ACT Rural Landholders' Association of Farmers 

ACT Farmers

WHO WE ARE

The ACT Rural Landholders' Association is the peak body for primary producers in the Territory. The association exists to support our members – the current custodians of the Territory’s rural lands - that produce food and fibre and look after nature on land and water.

Our products are as diverse as our landscapes and our members, from the broadacre grazing paddocks for sheep and cattle along the Murrumbidgee River, to the exotic black truffle forest and boutique vineyard on the slopes of Mt Majura. The Territory’s farms are rich in culture, history and offer a range of visitor opportunities. 





160 | FARMING FAMILIES





40,000+ | HECTARES MANAGED





450+ | TONNES OF FOOD PRODUCED

BECOME A MEMBER

Are you a rural landholder in the ACT region? Join the RLA to stay informed and to have your say on issues that affect farmers in our region

Join us

What we do

Our association 

  • advocates for farmers and best practise farming
  • improves fairness, efficiency and diversity in ACT lease and license systems on rural lands
  • increases awareness of farming by the Canberra community
  • conserves the beauty and amenity of the cultural landscape setting of the National Capital
  • collaborates with partners across our region.

The association partners with Landcare ACT, the 3 catchment groups and Regional Development Australia ACT & Southern NSW to stay abreast of information and collaborate on project opportunities.

Importantly, the association has good working relationships with and provides advice to various ACT Government agencies and our elected Members of the Legislative Assembly. It is an exciting time to be a farmer in the Territory, and position statements outline our views on contemporary issues.


Upcoming events

  • ACT Rural Landholders Association of Farmers June Meeting 2026

    • 15 Jun 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Gold Creek Station, Victoria Street, Hall ACT 2618
    • 494
    Register

    Join us for our next quarterly meeting on Monday, 15 June 2026 at Gold Creek Station, Hall. We’re pleased to welcome a range of guest speakers and ACT Government representatives for our June Quarterly Meeting and Event at Gold Creek Station.

    The afternoon and evening will include:

    • David Homer, Veterinarian at Nutrien Goulburn, discussing the impacts of drenches on dung beetles
    • Gweneth Leigh and Sam Engele from the City and Environment Directorate, including the introduction of the newly appointed ACT Government Landscape Architect and discussion on the future Landscape Plan
    • Rohan Peek from the EPA speaking on spoil (soil) dumping, EPA requirements, and what farmers should be aware of
    • Bren Burkevics, Conservator of Flora and Fauna / Executive Group Manager, providing an update on current rural matters across the ACT Government
    • Association business session and open member discussion

    Date: Monday, 15 June 2026
    Time: Arrive from 3:30 pm for a 4:00 pm start
    Venue: Gold Creek Station, Victoria Street (near Hall)

    The event will conclude at 6:00 pm, followed by socialising. Members dinner will commence at 6:30 pm, with the ACT Farmers meeting beginning at 7:15 pm and closing by 8:30 pm.

    RSVPs are required for both the event and dinner via www.actrural.org.

    Dinner details and pricing will be confirmed shortly, with drinks available for purchase from the bar.

    For questions or more information, please contact us at info@actrural.org.au.

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