Central Queensland cattle breeder Bonni Geddes has been appointed livestock event manager at Beef Australia.

Beef Australia chief executive Simon Irwin says “it is great to announce Bonni joining the team” in the lead up to the2027 event.

“Bonni has been involved with the Beef Australia stud cattle committee as coordinator in 2018, and later as a committee member in both 2021 and 2024 and has a strong understanding of the operational and organisational needs of the role, as well as a genuine appreciation for the work and culture of Beef Australia,” he says.

“Bonni has also held a variety of volunteer roles at local agricultural shows, including secretary of the Central Queensland Carcase Classic; and has been an active competitor in both stud and carcase competitions.” 

Simon says this was the first time Beef Australia has appointed a person to specifically oversee all aspects of the cattle events, and the position had attracted many well-qualified applicants.

“The livestock manager is an integral member of the management team having oversight of the stud, commercial and carcase championships, and will ensure the cattle competitions remain at the heart of the beef event,” he adds.

“Bonni will work with our cattle committees and the team at Beef Australia to make sure that our competitions are a great experience for exhibitors and the public.”