Good prospects
In this historically gold-rich region, with its fascinating and varied natural surroundings, recreational prospecting seems like a fantastic activity for the whole family, doesn’t it?
Greens must choose – oppose native forest carbon offsets or admit the principle was always political: FWCA
Forest & Wood Communities Australia has called on the Australian Greens to support the proposed Senate disallowance of Labor’s Improved Native Forest Management carbon method ahead of the expected Senate vote on 18 August 2026, saying the vote will expose whether the party genuinely opposes carbon offsets or only opposes them when they deliver its preferred anti-forestry outcome.
Investment in coal asset locks-in jobs for regional Queenslanders: Last
The Crisafulli Government’s open for business approach and support for the resources industry is delivering for regional Queensland, with Argo’s acquisition of Bowen Coking Coal securing the long-term future of 250 workers at the Burton Coal Mine.
Narrandera event serves as timely reminder for farmers
When things get tough, the temptation for some is to pull back and deal with it alone. Which is why the upcoming community screening of Just A Farmer in Narrandera is a timely opportunity for the community ... One of the highlights will be the chance to hear directly from Leila McDougall - the filmmaker behind Just A Farmer, and a farmer herself.
Flood defence finally finished
After years of waiting, Donald's long-anticipated flood levee project has reached completion, with construction of the town's second demountable flood barrier recently finished by Eco Infrastructure. The second wall, located on the town side of the Richardson River, has been under construction since April 13. It completes Donald's pair of demountable flood barriers designed to protect the township from future flooding.
New mural welcomes visitors to Terrigal
Ivona Rose. A landmark public mural celebrating Terrigal's coastline, culture and community has been unveiled as part of the public launch of The Esplanade Terrigal ... Created by Australian artist Steve Gorrow, the large-scale mural stretches across a building facade on the Terrigal strip and serves as the most visible expression yet of The Esplanade's ambitions for the precinct.
Water from air, solar-generating windows and next-gen cancer therapies: The 23 Australian companies solving global challenges
Cicada Innovations, Australia’s leading deep tech incubator, has announced the 23 ventures that will feature at Cicada x Tech23 2026, a showcase of Australia’s next great innovations. Despite ongoing uncertainty around government support for commercialising and scaling innovation, the pipeline for Australian deep tech is bursting.
From paddock to passport – Australia’s farmers unite behind booming agritourism movement: Australian Agritourism Network
There’s something quite magical about life on a farm. Picking apples fresh from the tree. Milking a cow. Finishing the day around a campfire, glass of local wine in hand. These simple pleasures have become bucket list items. And while it’s easy for farmers to take these everyday moments for granted, many are now embracing agritourism.
Axe carbon credit method before more jobs are felled: Cadell
Labor’s new carbon credit method must face the axe before the Government’s green agenda topples more jobs in regional Australia. Nationals Senator for NSW, Ross Cadell, on Tuesday lodged a disallowance of the controversial Improved Native Forest Management method describing the rules as a death knell for the native timber industry.
Cold weather no match for rowers
A cold winter's morning didn't deter competitors from the 2026 Renmark Rowing Club's Wharf to Woolshed Long Row marathon on Saturday, June 20 ... Just over 300 people made the journey to Renmark for the 2026 Wharf to Woolshed Long Row, up from over 200 in 2025, proving the popularity of the event, and the appeal of the region.
Tony and Tim ask for broadcasting reform – Time to change the channel?
Madison Eastmond. Two senior Riverland politicians say they will continue to support "meaningful reforms that secure the future of regional broadcasting" following an announcement that Channel 10 will remain on local screens only for the next three months.
Farley pleased to explain
One Nation's Member for Farrer, David Farley has clarified his actions in Parliament ... regarding gambling reform and the extension of the fuel excise cut. Mr Farley, in his second week in Parliament with no staff resources, said he made a mistake with the divisions and had sought advice from the Clerk of the House of Representatives about correcting the vote.
Labor’s net zero land grab destroying regional jobs: Canavan, Tehan, Chester, Colbeck
The Coalition will lodge a Notice of Motion in the Senate and House of Representatives to stop Labor’s new carbon credit approval, which will lock up land and destroy regional jobs. The Coalition has moved to disallow the Carbon Credits Methodology Determination 2026, to stop Labor from paying state governments to permanently cease commercial timber harvesting across entire Regional Forest Agreement areas, in exchange for ‘carbon credits’.
New Sydney-Ball’s Pyramid-Sydney Yacht Race
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club has announced a new race from its home port of Pittwater, north of Sydney, out around Lord Howe Island, Balls Pyramid and return. Scheduled to start on October 2nd, 2026, the course covers a straight-line distance of 890 nautical miles.
Komet bets on Irrigation Intelligence to close agriculture’s data gap: Komet Irrigation
New Application Engineering & Digital Systems division and Experience Hub will generate globally relevant insights to advance pivot irrigation science, engineering, and decision-making. Following the successful launch of the Komet Experience Hub in Brazil, Komet is expanding its investment in Irrigation Intelligence to help close one of agriculture's biggest data gaps.
Butterfly songline takes flight at CIAF 2026
A powerful story of survival, return and cultural renewal will take centre stage at the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) 2026 when Western Gu Gu Yalanji performers present Imbala – The Dance of the Butterfly.
Development authority favours developers
“These processes are so private, so closed and so favouring the developers.” This frustrated comment came from Fiona Walsh, as she closed her address to the NT Development Consent Authority (DCA). It was considering the application for a permit by the US defence contractor Lockheed Martin, via its Australian branch, for a global navigation satellite station near the Ilparpa claypans.
Desire: The one ingredient for any good-to-better-to-best journey
Why desire—not talent—is the foundation of excellence. When purpose and passion align, persistence follows and extraordinary results become possible ... Fulfillment in life doesn't happen by accident. It follows desire. But desire that lasts helps reveal your purpose and life passion.
Carbon Credits to states for ceasing native forestry – announcement and industry response
The Australian Government's "Improved Forest Management in Multiple-use Public Native Forests method" incentivises state governments to cease certain native forest harvesting purportedly to reduce Australia's carbon emissions. The Department's announcement and the response from the industry body, Forest & Wood Communities Australia may be the start of much debate over a contentious scheme.
From power boards to portable heaters: How cost-of-living pressures are increasing house fire risk this winter: Brooks Australia
With winter officially here, Australians across the country are turning off air conditioners and relying on heaters to stay warm, but while temperatures may be dropping, the risk of house fires increases during the colder months. ARR.News asked Jackson Holt from Brooks Australia about particular risks faced and specific advice for people in rural and regional Australia.
Delivering for Queensland – Lower debt, no new or increased taxes, and relief you can rely on: Crisafulli, Janetzki, Bates
The 2026-27 Budget delivers lower debt, $73.5 billion lower than it would have been under Labor, based on MYFER 24-25, by 2029-30, and delivers a surplus in 2029-30.
Neville family celebrates silo murals
The King's Birthday long weekend provided the perfect opportunity for a special family reunion in Birchip as members of the Neville family gathered to celebrate the recently completed Ray Neville silo murals. The visit was sparked by Ray's daughter, Lyn Dumesny of Rockhampton, who was travelling to Victoria and was keen to see the impressive artwork honouring her father on the Birchip silos.
