Australia’s largest premier primary industry field days
JOIN US: Tuesday - Thursday, 19 - 21 August 2025
Gunnedah NSW
Launching at this year’s event, the Tractor Games will feature leading global brands Case IH, New Holland and John Deere. It guarantees spectators a wild “behind-the-wheel" view as Australia’s best tractors are put through their paces.
During the event, each tractor brand will take part in a daily show, featuring guest drivers competing in various horsepower tractor games. The lineup of operators includes Jaiden Drought, President of the New Zealand Tractor and Machinery Association and owner/publisher of FarmTrader NZ. Editor of The Land, Samantha Townsend, will also be up for the challenges as will Harrison Hunken, a prominent agricultural journalist and media personality. The three competitive guest tractor operators will navigate hay bale lifting challenges ranging from lawn bowls to ten-pin bowling and goal-kicking. It’s tractors like you’ve never seen them before!
Throughout the Tractor Games live in-cabin cameras will be rigged up to the machines as the drivers put their tractors to the test whilst showcasing their power, precision and durability. With three high-octane live shows held daily, expect a fierce and fun exhilarating showcase.
When
3 shows daily at AgQuip - included with your ticket.
Don’t miss the live show.
Where
Tractor Games Demonstration Area
Meet the Operators behind the wheel
Jaiden Drought
Jaiden is the current President of the New Zealand Tractor and Machinery Association (TAMA).
A self-confessed tractor nerd and resident kiwi, Jaiden has been testing tractors and machinery on both sides of the Tasman for 15 years. As well as being passionate about all things machinery, Jaiden, his wife Hannah and their 4 boys own and run a dairy farm keeping them engaged in the Ag industry and can fully appreciate farmers requirements when it comes to their purchasing decisions.
Jaiden is the Owner and Publisher of FarmTrader NZ and has held senior positions within the Ag industry.
Samantha Townsend
Editor of The Land, Australia's leading rural news publication. With a strong background in agricultural journalism, Sam has been recognized for her commitment to the future of agricultural storytelling, earning a runner-up position for a world leadership award in 2019.
Harrison Hunken
An experienced agricultural journalist and media personality based in Australia, renowned for his engaging coverage of farming machinery and field events. He has contributed extensively to leading publications such as Farm Trader, Trade Farm Machinery, and ROADBOSS Magazine, offering in-depth reviews and insights into a wide range of agricultural equipment. Notably, Hunkin co-hosted the successful Mighty Machines TV series on Channel 10.