Make sense of the Forecast

Stroud’s already had its wettest year since records began way back in 1889, so what does the rest of 2025 have in store? And what about the years ahead?

If you live on the land, work outdoors, or just like to keep an eye on the skies, this session is for you. I will show you how to make sense of the forecast using simple but powerful, weather models and there's no technical background needed. You’ll learn how to read the patterns, compare predictions, and get a better handle on what’s really coming your way. I’ll also take you through the latest AI tools that are shaking up the forecasting game.

These tools are free, easy to use, and can give you a serious edge when it comes to planning around weather — whether it’s for farm work, events, or just day-to-day life.

What to bring:
Just bring your laptop, We’ll have Wi-Fi set up at Stroud Church, and there’ll be power points, so bring a charger if you can.

Your guide for the day:
I’m Graham Creed, and I have been tracking weather since 1985. Starting out with the Bureau of Meteorology in Melbourne, learning the ropes of radar, storm tracking, and upper air patterns before moving into media at The Weather Channel and ABC TV News Weather

Whether you’re looking to make better weather-based decisions on the farm, plan ahead for local events, or just understand the forecast a bit better — this is a session worth coming to.

Come along and leave with tools that’ll help you read the skies with confidence.