Today is International Women's Day. A global day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of all women. A day to acknowledge that we are better together, and call for #BalanceforBetter in accelerating gender parity. 

Today we acknowledge the women around the world who have inspired, mentored and cheered us on in our journey. They have come from all walks of life. They champion ideas, campaigns and people. They support, love and believe in others. They help to grow ideas, movements and inspire change. 

We too acknowledge the men who champion and support women, and campaign for women. 

Because of you, all of you, we are richer. Thank you! 

Are you a NSW High School teacher? Or do you know someone??

Want to win an all-expenses paid trip to the Sydney Royal Easter Show for your class? 

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Youth Group has launched an exciting new initiative for 2019 which will see a class of up to 40 people come to the 2019 Show for a behind the scenes tour! At the RAS Youth Group we are passionate about rural NSW and ensuring the RAS initiatives continue to capture and inspire our rural youth. 

For more information, or to submit your school's application, please visit: www.rasnsw.com.au/education/all-roads-to-the-royal/

Today is the last day to get along to Brickvention 2019! 
Tickets are available from the Brickvention website here: www.brickventures.com

This build is one of hundreds of original builds on display - many with a historical focus. The build by Miles Russell looks at the Battle of Salamanca which occurred in 1812.

One of our highlights of Brickvention each year is the big train display by the Melbourne L-Gauge Train Club. All made from LEGO this big working train set wanders through scenes, towns and over bridges! The farm scene in this build was made  by Janco Heunis, and the grain silo in the background by Sarah Brennan-Dunn. 

Don't forget Brickvention is open for the final day tomorrow. You can purchase your ticket here: www.brickventures.com

Brickvention has began and is open to the public tomorrow and Sunday! 
You can purchase your ticket here: www.brickventures.com

This build is one of hundreds of original builds on display. It is part of larger build of over 5,000 bricks titled 'Farm to Plate' by Jamie. 

We've had a wonderful week in Brisbane with beautiful sunny weather! We've certainly learnt a lot at the 2019 Food, Fibre and Agricultural Educators Conference, and are definitely going home inspired!! 

Next stop Brickvention! 

Thanks to the awesome team at Brickvention, we have a family pass (for 2 Adults and 2 Children aged 4 to 14), plus a few double passes (1 Adult and 1 Child) to give away! 

Entering couldn't be easier... Find this photo on our Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, then like the post, tag two friends in a comment, and tell us your ticket preference. 

We will draw the winners on Friday (18 January) morning when we arrive at Brickvention. 

This great event takes place at the beautiful Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton from 9am to 5pm Saturday and 9am to 4pm Sunday. If you are planning to attend you can book timed sessions directly through the Brickvention website here: www.brickventures.com Tickets start from $9 for Children and $18 for Adults. 

Next week we'll be back at Brickvention! And we can't wait to check out all the builds. We always come away with lots of new ideas for the year ahead! 

And you can come along too! Tickets are available via the Brickvention website here: www.brickventures.org.au/brickvention 

Brickvention is held at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carton, Melbourne. It is open to the public on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 January 2019. 

Looking for a 2019 Calendar?

We still have 2019 Careers in Agriculture Calendars and 2019 LEGO Farmer Calendars available from our online shop. 

A very Merry Christmas to all!
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​And we hope you find the opportunity for some rest and relaxation over the coming days...