ABOUT

We’re on a mission to break the Guinness World Record for the largest BBQ by attendance and we’re doing it as sustainably as possible. Along the way, we’ll be documenting our live findings, insights, and misadventures as we build momentum for this epic national event. With six bold challenge activities across the country, we’re rallying support, learning critical lessons, and gathering the courage it takes to bring Australia together for the Big BBQ.

Project Values

Be honest about what we do and don’t know, share learnings, invite feedback.

Faqs

When is the Big BBQ happening?

What do you mean by ‘sustainable’?

How do I get involved?

Why are you doing this?

I’m a brand and I want in, what now?

Key Objectives

Set a new world record for the largest BBQ in the world

Showcase Australian Climate Tech solutions to the world

Create a replicable blueprint for sustainable events

Run a family-fun event that raises awareness and money for chosen charities

Committee

Alexander Horton

Head of Hot Plates & Hype

About

Alex Horton is the founder and CEO of econome, a company dedicated to accelerating careers in the clean economy. With a background rooted in learning design and understanding the macroeconomic shifts shaping Australia’s transition to renewable energy, Alex is passionate about building a future where our work, communities, and climate align.

A lover of the land and sea, he finds balance trail running in the Blue Mountains and swimming at his local Clovelly Beach. Through the Big BBQ, Alex is hoping to play a role in creating a national event designed to spark fresh, inclusive conversations around sustainability – blending iconic Aussie culture with practical climate action. He believes in leading with humour, humility, and science, and is proud to be helping position Australia not just as a nation of legendary bbq’ers, but as a global leader in sustainability.

Favourite Australian Icon: Kath & Kim (I know that’s technically two, but they’re a package deal).

Theresa Nguyen

Chief Flavour Orchestrator & Event Accelerator

About

Former tax wizard turned food enthusiast here! After 15 years of dancing with legislation, I traded calculators for spatulas and boardrooms for kitchens in a delicious plot twist. Ten years ago, I co-founded Nuance Food with my husband—a catering company built on a threefold love:

Love for yourself (eat well!)
Love for others (share well!)
Love for the earth (look after the earth)

These days, I’m a joyous mother, occasionally crazy friend, and full-time Food Creator, whipping up memorable experiences for special events and corporate functions.

Why I Joined B-BBQ

When B-BBQ came knocking, how could I resist? An audacious mission to win the BBQ crown back for Australia and save the planet through spectacular barbecue? Count me in! I jumped aboard this sizzling adventure because I’m a sucker for impossible challenges and believe Australians deserve climate conversations, they can actually sink their teeth into. Who says changing the world can’t be delicious?

Niall Williams

Web(er) Sizzle Master

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