Community

In FY25, RFM continued its commitment to community engagement through a range of initiatives spanning health and wellbeing, education, environmental stewardship and the cultivation of local relationships.

Health and wellbeing initiatives

RFM continued to support organisations that deliver critical community services, including Project Independence, Hartley Lifecare and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. These organisations play a vital role in delivering health and support services across regional communities as well as in RFM’s head office location.

Skills and careers in agriculture

RFM remains committed to promoting careers in agriculture through participation in careers fairs and involvement in the Ag Career Start program, contributing to skills development for early-career professionals.

Environmental stewardship

Aligning with RFM’s broader approach to sustainable land management, RFM collaborated with WYLD Projects in FY25 to support habitat restoration efforts for the white-throated snapping turtle.

Community connections

Community and employee connections continue to play an important role in RFM’s operations. Throughout the year, a range of community groups and industry organisations toured the RFM macadamia orchards near Rockhampton. Such visits provide opportunities to share insights into agricultural operations and strengthen community connections. RFM also supports local organisations such as the Bundaberg Rowing Team and the Maryborough City Progress Association as part of its broader involvement in regional activities.

Promoting safety and social awareness

In FY25, RFM’s Safety Advisor delivered a farm safety session at Ridgeland State School in Queensland to raise awareness of safety risks to children, who represent 14% of on-farm fatalities in Australia. Using interactive activities and Farm-safe Australia resources, students explored key safety topics, including machinery, water and animal hazards. The session promoted awareness and encouraged participation in the Farm Safety Calendar Competition to share safety awareness messages more broadly.