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Golden opportunity missed at Basin Summit: National Irrigators’ Council
Many stakeholders have been left shocked by yesterday’s Federal Government announcement to fast track an additional 130 gigalitres of water purchases from farmers in the Southern Murray-Darling Basin, despite evidence that the Basin management needs to move beyond “just adding water”.
Castlereagh Country Drought Resilience and Innovation Showcase, 20 November 2025
Following community consultation held in 2024 on the Castlereagh Country Drought Plans, the Gilgandra and Warrumbungle Shire Councils, supported by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the NSW Government, are pleased to announce the launch of an innovative free event aimed at building resilience, empowering communities and showcasing opportunities.
Second meeting of Rex Creditors approves Deed of Company Arrangement proposed by Air T to acquire Regional Express Holdings Limited (Administrators Appointed)
Samuel Freeman, Justin Walsh and Adam Nikitins of EY Parthenon as Joint and Several Voluntary Administrators of Regional Express Holdings Limited (Administrators Appointed) and a number of its subsidiaries (together ‘the Rex Group), announced creditors voted in favour of a Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA) proposed by Air T at the Second Meeting of Creditors for the Rex Group.
Victoria should pilot a recycled drinking water facility and plan now to expand desalination capacity: Infrastructure Victoria
The Victorian Government should pilot a recycled drinking water facility as a pathway to boost water security and improve consumer understanding, the state’s independent infrastructure advisor finds. Manufactured water created from recycled wastewater can help meet growing demand for water and offset the impacts of climate change.
Timber Towns Victoria tours Wellington Shire region showcasing timber towns businesses and communities
Timber Towns Victoria (TTV) has visited the Wellington Shire Council region for a 3-day members forum incorporating their annual general meeting and tours through several businesses featuring timber processing, innovation, and economic development.
Bumper beef and grain production, improving conditions set growers and consumers up for Happy New Year: Bendigo Bank
The Bendigo Bank Agribusiness Monthly Commodity Update for November contains several positive findings and a major milestone as the year draws to a close. Australian cattle exports reached the second highest monthly volume on record, the third-largest winter grain crop is waiting in the wings and there’s good news for consumers in the run-up to Christmas...
Labor tells desperate councils – your situation isn’t urgent, financial viability not a priority: Webster
The Coalition has attacked the lack of urgency in addressing financial sustainability for Australia’s 537 local governments, as the Albanese Labor government quietly reinstated a sustainability inquiry - something the Coalition has been calling for since early June.
Government welcomes parliamentary inquiry into local government sustainability: McBain
The Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport has accepted the Albanese Government’s referral of an Inquiry into Local Government Sustainability. This is something the sector has been calling for since the initial Inquiry lapsed in May when the 47th Parliament of Australia was dissolved.
Fire breaks commencing – Get disaster-ready this wet season
Starting from ... 10 November 2025, the Shire of Ashburton’s Ranger Services will commence annual property inspections to ensure compliance under the Bush Fires Act 1954 and the Emergency Management Act 2005. These inspections are aimed at ensuring properties are prepared for the upcoming bushfire and cyclone seasons.
Clunes Show, 15 November 2025
Magic, Music and Clydesdales at the 2025 Clunes Show.
