NTI backs Burrumbuttock Hay Runners

The transport and logistics insurance heavyweight has again thrown its support behind the vital lifeline for Aussie farmers doing it tough

National Transport Insurance (NTI) has signed on for a fifth year as a major sponsor of the Burrumbuttock Hay Runners.

The annual event will see big-hearted truckies help transport hay from Burrumbuttock, in the New South Wales' Riverina, to to drought-stricken farmers in Wyandra and Winton in Queensland over January 22 to 24, 2021.

NTI's Chief Executive Officer, Tony Clark, said heading back out on the road with industry icon Brendan 'Bumpa' Farrell OAM is the perfect way to kick off and set the tone for 2021.

"As 2020 draws to an end, we're looking ahead at how we can continue to support all Australians," he said.

"We're partnering with the Hay Runners for a fifth year running, because we know what we do together makes a difference – to individuals, families and industry.

"It's our way of saying thank you to the farmers, transport operators and the volunteers who donate time and resources to get the job done, year after year.

"Our people are looking forward to catching up with some familiar faces we've gotten to know over the years. We're also hoping to be joined again by the team from Outback Truckers," said Clark.

Brendan Farrell in 2019; he's been the driving force behind the event for seven years now

Farrell established the Burrumbuttock Hay Runners in 2014 as a way to help drought-afflicted farmers across New South Wales and Queensland.

"We're grateful to have NTI back on board for another year," he said.

"This year has been a hell of a time for many of us, but it's important we band together to support the industry that keeps the rest of the country going."

For more information and to register for the 2021 Burrumbuttock Hay Runners click here.

NTI backs Burrumbuttock Hay Runners

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