WHFF Conference heading to Melbourne in 2028

Holstein Australia is delighted to announce it will be hosting the World Holstein Friesian Conference in Melbourne in January 2028.

Gino Pacitti, President of Holstein Australia, believes that this will be a great opportunity to showcase Australian Holstein genetics on the world stage.

“Australia is one of the best places to showcase the versatility of the Holstein cow with its wide range of grassland and mixed farming systems to Holstein breeders from around the world.

“Melbourne, the capital of our largest dairy producing state, is also the ideal venue with direct international flights from key cities around the world and easy access to prime dairy regions and Holstein Australia member herds.

“I’m sure that with the support of members and HA staff we’ll be able to create a world class event that shows Australia and the Holstein breed in the best way possible. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for our members to meet breeders from around the world in their own back yard.”

While 2028 may seem a long way ahead, plans for the World Holstein Friesian Conference in Melbourne are well advanced. Working together with the Melbourne Convention Bureau, International Dairy Week and Holstein Friesian New Zealand, a provisional program has been put together.

To keep up to date with our plans for the 2028 World Holstein Friesian Conference register your interest at WHFF2028@holstein.com.au today

Proposed Event Program

As well as experiencing the best that Melbourne has to offer, HA members and international visitors will have the opportunity to visit member herds in west and northern Victoria, take part in special WHFF events at International Dairy Week and visit New Zealand, taking in the NZ Dairy Event and Holstein Show.

Tour Program

Along with visits to Holstein breeders in some of Australia’s prime dairy regions, there will be many opportunities for WHFF delegates, family and friends to visit some iconic Australian sites. Tours are currently being planned to visit:

The Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road is one of the world's most scenic coastal drives. See the towering 12 Apostles, get up close to native wildlife, and take in iconic surf breaks, pristine rainforest and misty waterfalls. Get outdoors on bushwalking, surfing and mountain biking expeditions or take the cultural route through galleries, museums and heritage attractions.

Budj Bim Cultural Landscape

The UNESCO World Heritage listed Budj Bim Cultural Landscape is a unique place with universal heritage values that demonstrate how Gunditjmara people worked with the natural resources and environment of the Victorian south west region to establish a permanent place of human society – pre-dating Egyptian society and the Pyramids - over the past 30,000 years and beyond.

Grampians National Park

Traditionally known as Gariwerd, Grampians National Park is home to the largest number of significant and ancient Aboriginal rock art paintings and shelters in southern Australia. The Grampians draws walkers from around the world. Hike to the highest peak within the Grampians, Mount William, or explore the plethora of walks around Halls Gap and the Wonderland Range. There are more relaxing pursuits to enjoy in the Grampians, too. Go fishing, canoeing or kayaking at Lake Wartook, Lake Bellfield and Moora Moora Reservoir or one of the park’s many other streams and creeks.

Yarra Valley Wine Region

Victoria’s Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, featuring rolling hills strung with vines, secluded natural valleys set against blue mountain backdrops and lush greenery and pastures, plus some of Australia’s top wineries. A visit to the Healesville Sanctuary wildlife park, home to native Australian birds and animals like platypus, koalas, Tasmanian devils, lyrebirds, echidnas and more, is also being planned.

To keep up to date with all the news on WHFF 2028 register your interest by sending an email to  WHFF2028@holstein.com.au today.