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Henry Barkley’s journey to winning Apprentice of the Year at the National John Deere Technician Awards is one of determination, skill and passion for the job.

In this episode of Cab Confessions, Hayley Scott and Jack Perkins sit down with Henry to hear firsthand about his path in the industry, the challenges of being a technician and the people and machines that keep him ticking.

Congratulations to Henry for recently completing his Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology and thanks for joining us in this chat!

They discuss:

• How Henry got started with ag machinery
• What it takes to win a national award as a young technician
• The skills and mindset required to succeed in the field
• Behind-the-scenes stories from his work on farms and dealerships
• The importance of learning, mentorship and staying hands-on

Explore the kind of grit, expertise and dedication that drive the next generation of ag technicians!

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When a machine breaks down during seeding or harvest, every minute counts.

Behind the scenes, Parts Technicians play a critical role in getting farmers back up and running.

In this episode of Cab Confessions, Hayley Scott and Jack Perkins sit down with Sea Lake Parts Technician Melinda Price to lift the bonnet on one of the most important, and often overlooked, roles in agriculture and machinery.

Melinda brings a lifetime of farming experience in Victoria’s Mallee and more than 20 years working in auto electrics, giving her a unique ability to diagnose problems and track down the exact part you need.

They discuss:

• What a Parts Technician actually does behind the counter
• Why listening is the most important skill in the job
• The challenge of finding the right part among thousands of options
• How technology helps solve breakdowns faster
• The satisfaction of helping growers get back in the paddock

It’s a fascinating look at the people and expertise that keep agriculture moving.

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It’s not just a field day - it’s the field day. We parked ourselves at Speed Field Days and caught up with a few locals who’ve been part of it since tractors had square cabs. We've got Phil Down's committee member behind-the-scenes stories, a grower's take from Matt Elliott who’s been coming along for decades and our Sea Lake Branch Manager, Alistair McClelland, who’s worn just about every hat at the event on board - this one’s full of nostalgia, banter and a heap of community pride.

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