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Australian farmland values have continued to grow through the first half of 2024, albeit at a slower pace, with the 1H 2024 median price of farmland now standing at $10,141/ha. This represents a rise of 12.2 per cent compared to a year earlier and is the 22nd consecutive half-yearly period of year-on-year growth.

Australian Museum touring exhibition The Birds of Australia  STORYBOX ​​​​​​is a captivating digital, outdoor installation that will be in Town Green ... This interactive 3D storytelling cube brings to life the iconic bird illustrations of John and Elizabeth Gould.

Australian pulse production is expected to reach historically-high levels this season, as growers capitalise on strong international demand, particularly from India – a major consumer of chickpeas and lentils ... RaboResearch general manager Australia and New Zealand Stefan Vogel said the 2024/25 Australian pulse harvest … is expected to exceed last year’s volumes, due to a higher area planted and despite dry seasonal conditions in some growing areas.

...camping will be free at all 131 of Parks Victoria’s paid campgrounds from 1 December 2024 until 30 June 2025 – saving families $7.3 million in booking fees ... all campers have free access to every campground across the state – including the popular Tidal River in Wilson’s Promontory, where fees are currently $40.70 a night.

From the refreshing bursts of sweet-tart juice in the pomegranate’s jewel-like arils to the juicy, flavorful flesh of the red bayberry, these fruits are true treasures, packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Despite their delightful flavour and immense health benefits, both industries are still in their infancy.

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Lismore Show Society The Northern Rivers community and beyond are invited to come along and enjoy this year’s Elders North Coast National Lismore Show that...

Cleve Show Our program this year is full of variety and excitement. As usual we have horse events and shearing competitions. We have car displays...

On the back of last week’s storms, Powercor has announced a plan to strengthen the power network against more frequent and extreme weather events ... A $3.3 billion plan to deliver a stronger power network to better withstand extreme weather, support more electric vehicles and enhance reliability in regional areas has been unveiled by electricity distributor Powercor...

Please be aware the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has issued an immediate cancellation of the registration and use of all products containing chlorthal dimethyl, also known as Dacthal or DCPA. Please refer to the APVMA’s notice ... APVMA Special Gazette ... for further information.