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Farm Forestry Assist program supporting growth of local softwood plantation timber industry: Kelly

WA Forestry Minister Dave Kelly has launched the Farm Forestry Assist program for 2022, supporting farmers and other landowners wishing to plant pine trees on their land. Established in 2018, successful applicants receive free high-quality radiata pine seedlings from the Forest Products Commission's West Manjimup Nursery to establish 20 to 50 hectare pine plantations on their properties.

Lismore Italian Film Festival, 2-3 April 2022

The Lismore Friendship Festival will host the second annual Italian  Film  Festival at Lismore's bccEvent Cinemas on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 2022.

Historic imagery of 25 January 1952 Australian bushfires

John O'Donnell. A collection of dramatic and informative photos of the 1952 bushfires.

Threatened species strategy action plan – Questions for Minister Ley

Australian Rural & Regional News seeks clarification from Minister Ley regarding the Threatened Species Strategy Action Plan 2021-2026 and Threatened Species Strategy 2021-2031 on a number of points including consultation with, and the role of farmers and landowners generally.

Hinnomunjie Picnic Races, 12 March 2022

Experience picnic racing at its best at this unique racecourse high up in the Australian Alps. With 6 trophy races and a wide range of side attractions the Hinnomunjie Picnic Races is the perfect family event for the holiday weekend.

Condobolin Picnic Races, 19 February 2022

Condobolin Picnic Race Club

Tumut Show, 4-5 March 2022

Tumut Show Society

Busking comp offering young performers a chance to shine

Young artists are being encouraged to showcase their talents on one of the busiest weekends in Port Fairy for the chance to win some great prizes – including a spot on the 2023 Port Fairy Folk Festival Program.

Action plan to lead recovery for Australia’s wildlife: Ley

The Morrison Government has released a new five-year Action Plan to underpin the Threatened Species Strategy. This plan aims to coordinate effort for the recovery of 100 priority species and 20 priority places over the next five years with key targets to drive action.

Phillip Island Pro returns to our shores

The Phillip Island Pro was held over the weekend of 10 to 13 February at Cape Woolamai, home to some of the best beach break waves in Australia. This year’s event saw 88 Qualifying Series surfers, 33 Open competitors and eight Indigenous Invitational competitors take part.