Farmers’ mining plea rejected
Sarah Herrmann. “If you walk into State Parliament, in the House of Representatives, on the floor — embedded in the carpet — is wheat sheaves and grapes,” Pine Point farmer Brenton Davey says. “That was put there as recognition of what the primary producers have done for this state. And they’re walking all over us — on the carpet.”
Regional Indigenous businesses to showcase at Supply Nation’s Dubbo Trade Fair
Supply Nation’s Indigenous Business Trade Fair opens Wednesday 9 April ... To be held at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, the Trade Fair will showcase around 60 Indigenous businesses with over 350 registered attendees ... looking to source products and services from verified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suppliers.
RFDS shares its visions and aims as election draws closer
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has a long and proud history of delivering vital healthcare to Australians living in rural and remote areas for over 95 years. However, despite this enduring commitment, significant disparities in healthcare access persist, leading to worrying health outcomes for those living outside major cities.
Supply ‘fragility’ creating volatility in urea market – Rabobank report
Global urea supplies currently sit in a fragile state, with several key suppliers exporting lower volumes year-on-year, which creates a "ripple effect" for available volumes for Australian fertiliser importers, Rabobank says in a newly-released report.
From the Outback to the ring: Western Plains wrestling duo chase WWE dreams
After moving hundreds of kilometres from NSW 2835 and 2830 to attend university, Scott Green and The Tuckman found themselves unfulfilled. Instead of following a traditional path, they made the bold decision to pursue their childhood dream of becoming professional wrestlers ... Watch out for The Dropouts from the Outback. ARR.News caught up with Scott and Tuck ...
RaboResearch commentary: ‘Liberation Day’ US tariffs and Australia’s agricultural exports
April 2 was ‘Liberation Day’ in the USA and Donald Trump has announced his promised reciprocal tariffs on trading partners. There is a baseline minimum tariff rate of 10 per cent for all countries except Canada and Mexico (who have been affected by previous tariff announcements).
Go with the Flo
Spotted in Maldon on Saturday 29 March: this gloriously coloured Model-T Ford, on its way to participate in the Florence Thomson Tour, which celebrates "the pioneering spirit and contribution of women to Australian motoring."
2032 Olympic venue for equestrian events
Toowoomba Equestrian Centre to be developed at the Toowoomba Showgrounds will benefit the entire region during and post the Olympics. The Royal Agricultural Society of Queensland (RASQ) CEO Damon Phillips says the project will leave our region with an equestrian centre capable of delivering national and international level events...
SE Field Days success!
A city of tents with more than 500 exhibitors attracted swarms of people to the region's largest annual event, the South East Field Days on March 21 and 22. After this, its 45th year, the action packed event has now pumped more than $3m into the local community and various public services.
Labor blames Liberals
The Albanese government considers the cost of living, access to secure and well-paid jobs, and infrastructure as the most pressing issues for voters in regional towns like Naracoorte. As Australia goes to polls on May 3, a lot is at stake for all political parties. Acknowledging that “people are doing it tough,” the current federal government of four years blames the current challenges to a previous decade of “Liberal neglect.”
RFDS aeromedical simulator visits Allora
Allora P-10 Students enjoyed the visit by the RFDS with their Aeromedical Simulator which was fully equipped with flight controls, indicators, communication headsets and two stretcher beds. Once onboard, students undertook an immersive experience as a patient and they could see how the crew operates these units in the sky.
Quamby tractors pull the crowd
On Easter Saturday, the engines roar, the smoke rises, and the action heats up as Quambatook hosts its 47th Annual Australian Tractor Pull Championships. Prepare for an unforgettable day where brute power meets engineering excellence and machines defy gravity at the Home of Tractor Pulling!
Alistair’s flying visit
Squadron Leader Alistair Smith, from 2 Operational Conversion Unit, has been in Victoria for the past two weeks for the Australian International Airshow held at Avalon as the AIA25 Detachment Commander and one of the F-35 Lightning II pilots ... Alistair is the son of former Birchip residents Eileen and Ian Smith and completed his primary and secondary schooling at Birchip P-12 School.
New nature-based tourist sites attract visitors to the Snowy Valleys
The Snowy Valleys community will today celebrate the grand opening of new tourism facilities in Bago State Forest, near the towns of Tumut, Batlow and Tumbarumba. The ‘Enhancing Nature Based Tourism’ project … has delivered new and upgraded visitor facilities serving as a drawcard for the regional tourism industry.
Agriculture sector profoundly disappointed in United States’ tariff decision: NFF
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) expresses its profound disappointment in the United States’ decision to impose a 10 per cent tariff on all Australian exports. The United States and Australia have a deep and multifaceted agricultural relationship underpinned by the Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement, which sees zero tariffs applied to two-way trade between our nations.
Australian red meat industry disappointed with US tariff decision: RMAC
The Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC) and its members are disappointed in the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on Australian red meat exports destined for the US ... “However, it remains a disappointing decision from the US, in stark contrast to our 20-year partnership under the Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA),” Mr McKillop said.
That’s a wrap!
The striking appearance of the Barham Water Tower now complete.
Exploring the magic of Pollack Lagoon: a cultural heritage experience
On a glorious day, 21 guests embarked on a journey through time at the Pollack Lagoon, a site rich in history and cultural significance. Nestled within a serene landscape, Pollack Lagoon is a place where the First Nations, the Barapa Barapa people, lived for thousands of years, leaving behind evidence of a deep and enduring connection to the land.
Street works impact bakery
The small profits achieved by the Upper Murray Community Bakery in January and February have been offset by a decrease in custom caused by the streetscape project. "The bakery is currently operating at deficit of approximately $4000 per week, which is completely unsustainable,"...
Mayor tells of family tragedy
Towong mayor, Cr Andrew Whitehead, was front and centre when 500 people gathered at Albury's QEII Square on Saturday to rally for a new single site, greenfield hospital on the border ... Speaking at the rally, Cr Whitehead said that "a broken system" had contributed to his father's death ...
Sculpture launch precedes lunch
Khancoban came alive on Saturday with the highly anticipated Khancoban Long Lunch event and the opening of the local leg of the Snowy Valleys Sculpture Trail and Snowy Hydro monument. Held at the town's community hall, the event was an afternoon filled with fine food, live music and a warm community atmosphere.
Olympics dream comes true
When Greenmount resident and Clifton State High School's Year 11 student Ellie Stenzel stepped up to the microphone to make the opening address to the Equestrian Australia Board and the Olympic Committee in support of Toowoomba's bid to stage the Equestrian events she may not have realised the full importance of her speech to the future of equestrian events on the Downs.
