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Annual Report 2010 HIGHLIGHTS 3 The ROYAL NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL and INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION of QUEENSLAND annual report 2010 HIGHLIGHTS 3 OUR ORGANISATION 4 OUR EVOLUTION 6 PRESIDENT’S REPORT 10 CHIEF EXECUTIVE’S REPORT 11 OUR PERFORMANCE 14 OUR FUTURE 30 OUR ENGAGEMENT 34 OUR GOVERNANCE 38 FINANCIAL REPORT 44 $2.9 billion BUILDING A LEGACY Seven years in the making, the $2.9 billion 15 year RNA Showgrounds Master Plan redevelopment wins approval with construction set to start in 2011 RECORD 42% BREAKING Increase in Ekka gate takings HIGHEST 30% EVER Increase in turnover for the RNA 66% Increase in venue hire business revenue (outside of Ekka) WEBSITE 455,550 VISITS In the lead-up to and during Ekka, (from July 8 to August 14) there were 455,550 visits to the Ekka website $16 million Amount of free publicity generated from 2010 Ekka EXTRA JOBS 450 CREATED 117% increase in RNA jobs created, up from 300 in 2009 to 750 positions FACEBOOK 7,841 FANS Amount of ‘likers’ the Ekka facebook page attracted BUMPER 20% EKKA CROWD Increase in Ekka attendance compared to 2009 1 million Number of people who have attended events at the RNA Showgrounds in 2010 out of a total Brisbane population of 2 million 4,000 Number of extra schoolchildren who participated in the Ekka Learning Trail, a 44% increase from 9,000 in 2009 to 13,000 schoolchildren in 2010 rna annual report 2010 3 1 OUR ORGANISATION History The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) was established in 1875 with Governor Sir William Cairns as its President. Our charter is to promote and encourage the development of the state’s agricultural, industrial, manufacturing and cultural resources and to provide a vibrant destination with leading educational and event facilities and activities that capture the hearts and minds of all Queenslanders, from the country to the city. The Royal Queensland Show, fondly known as the Ekka, holds a special place in the state’s cultural heritage and in the hearts of all Queenslanders. Bowen Park was chosen in January 1876 as the site for the first Show. The park consisted of an area of 6.8 hectares bordered by Bowen Bridge Road, Gregory Terrace and a creek which ran through the centre of the present Main Arena. The ‘Intercolonial Exhibition of 1876’, held from August 22–26 proved a great success. A public holiday was declared and an estimated 15,000–17,000 people attended the opening day—a great feat at a time when the total population of Brisbane was just 20,600. The first ‘Royal’ Show was held in 1921, when the Association was granted the prefix under warrant from His Majesty King George V. Since then, the shortened name ‘Ekka’ has replaced ‘Exhibition’ in the Queensland vernacular. The charter still guides the RNA today which owns and operates the 22 hectare RNA Showgrounds, situated just 1.6 kilometres from Brisbane’s central business district. The Show has been held continuously at its current site in Bowen Hills with only two exceptions—1919 when Brisbane suffered a Spanish influenza epidemic and during World War II when the Showgrounds were used as a staging depot for troops moving north in 1942. The Ekka continues to be Queensland’s biggest and most anticipated yearly event and continues to achieve its aim of connecting Queenslanders of all ages— from the country to the city and from all walks of life. Every year it represents an opportunity for our members to gather socially, harness business opportunities, exchange ideas and innovations and present our state’s agricultural and industrial products and initiatives. 4 rna annual report 2010 Our charter is to promote and encourage the development of the state’s agricultural, industrial, manufacturing and cultural resources plus “ provide an opportunity for country and city residents to come together and celebrate the Queensland lifestyle.” The RNA Today The guiding principles of the RNA today originate from the charter forged by the founders of the organisation in 1875. Their vision, to promote and encourage the development of Queensland agriculture and business, is a key cornerstone of today’s operations. The RNA remains a member based, not for dividend organisation governed by a 21 member Council. An executive team of seven Councillors, including the RNA President, has the responsibility of ensuring the ongoing viability the RNA. Iconic Queenslander and sporting great Darren When it comes to planning the yearly Ekka, RNA Councillors sit on various Lockyer (centre) officially launched the 2010 Ekka. planning committees and assist with the direction and administration of Ekka He is pictured with RNA President Allan Warby (left) competitions and exhibits. All Councillors act in an honorary capacity and are and RNA Chief Executive Jonathan Tunny (right). assisted by Council Stewards, who also volunteer their time. The RNA has a 60 strong permanent workforce guided by Chief Executive Jonathan Tunny and a senior management team responsible for redevelopment, event production, facilities, leasing, corporate services, communications, marketing, sales, sponsorship and organisational development. Membership The RNA enjoys a rich and engaging membership of more than 5,000 people. These include politicians, sporting greats, leaders of industry, grandparents passing the tradition on to their grandchildren, competitors and those residents who love coming to the Show each year. They hail from living just a few kilometres from the RNA Showgrounds, to south east and regional Queensland, interstate and overseas. RNA members enjoy a range of benefits including free admission to Ekka for the member and a guest; access to the members’ grandstand; free use of cloakroom facilities during Ekka; reduced entry fees for most Royal Queensland Show competitions; discounted RNA Showgrounds venue hire; free parking at RNA Showgrounds events (outside of Ekka); and the quarterly Showbiz magazine. rna annual report 2010 5 OUR EVOLUTION 2 FROM THE BEGINNING TO 1950 1875 THE NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL 1906 JOHN MACDONALD STAND AND INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION • John MacDonald Stand built. OF QUEENSLAND • T h e ‘National Agricultural and Industrial Association 1909 SIX ACRES OF LAND of Queensland’ was formed by a group of colonists. • S i x acres of land bought off Mrs Petty (land bordered by Gregory Terrace, Alexandria Street, Science Street 1876 THE FIRST EXHIBITION and Water Street). • T h e Intercolonial Exhibition of 1876 was held at Bowen Park with an estimated 15,000–17,000 1912 AMERICAN AVIATOR attending out of Brisbane’s population at the ARTHUR BURR STONE time of just 20,600. • American aviator Arthur Burr Stone uses the Main • The first exhibition building was erected. Arena to take off and land a Metz Bleriot Monoplane for the first ever flight over Brisbane. 1878 THE CENTRE OF SOCIAL ACTIVITIES 1917 TOOWOOMBA'S AUSTRAL HALL • T h e RNA Showgrounds become the centre of the city’s social activities—musical and drama groups, • Toowoomba’s Austral Hall was bought for 1,500 football, cricket, lacrosse, athletics and cycling pounds and re-erected at the RNA Showgrounds all had headquarters ongrounds. making it the largest building of its type in the state. 1882 THE FIRST RAILWAY STATION 1920 EDWARD, PRINCE OF WALES VISITS THE EKKA • F i r s t railway station opened at the RNA Showgrounds —as an extension of the Sandgate Line. • Edward, Prince of Wales visits the Ekka. • Number 2 Oval was built. 1887 MAIN PAVILION DESTROYED • M a i n Pavilion (corner of Bowen Bridge Road and 1921 THE RNA Gregory Terrace) destroyed by fire. • T h e prefix ‘Royal’ is added to the Association’s name after it was granted the prefix under warrant from 1891 MAIN PAVILION REPLACED His Majesty King George V. • M a i n Pavilion replaced with new brick building on the corner of Bowen Bridge Road and Gregory Terrace. 1923 ERNEST BAYNES STAND It contains 1,300,000 bricks and was completed in • E r n e s t Baynes Stand was built—two tiers, 7,000 person 23 weeks. 300 men were constantly at work during capacity, plus 600 seat dining room. its construction. The building was equipped with a huge pipe organ by Wallis and Co of London. 1926 NATIONAL SPEEDWAY • National Speedway opened at the grounds. 1928 SIR DONALD BRADMAN TEST DEBUT • M a i n Arena plays host to the test debut of the world’s greatest batsman Sir Donald Bradman. Bradman was playing in the first Australia England International Test to be played in Queensland. • F i r s t international rugby league game held on the Main Arena. 1942 WORLD WAR II • T h e Show was cancelled due to World War II as the grounds were used as a staging depot. 6 rna annual report 2010 rna annual report 2010 7 OUR EVOLUTION 2 FROM 1951 TO THE PRESENT 1954 QUEEN ELIZABETH II AND 2002 THE CURE AT LIVID PRINCE PHILLIP • British music icons The Cure perform at Livid. • V i s i t from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip. 2003 REDEVELOPMENT VISION BEGINS • R N A Council embarks on its long term vision to 1964 ANIMAL NURSERY AT THE EKKA keep the Ekka at the RNA Showgrounds and cement • Introduction of the now famous Animal Nursery the long term financial viability of the RNA through at the Ekka. redeveloping the RNA Showgrounds. 1971 INTERNATIONAL SPRINGBOK TOUR 2005 RNA SHOWGROUNDS REDEVELOPMENT • International Springbok Tour where a two metre chain PROJECT wire fence was erected to separate the players from • R N A Showgrounds Master Plan Redevelopment the spectators. launched. • R N A becomes a corporate body with a legal identity 2007 SOUNDWAVE MUSIC FESTIVAL of its own. • Soundwave music festival held at the RNA 1988 THE YEAR OF WORLD EXPO 88 Showgrounds for the first time.
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