Water NSW has partnered 12 local water utilities (LWU) across regional NSW to monitor water sources, establishing baseline water quality to help communities improve knowledge and management of drinking water supplies. Among the 12 LWUs was the Gwydir Shire, with Water...
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Bush Fire Survival Plan
With the Bushfire Season now in full swing, the Northern Tablelands Team for the NSW Rural Fire Service have advised residents to ensure their Bushfire Survival Plans are up to date. Northern Tablelands Superintendent Scott Mack says making or updating bushfire...
Funding Boost for Regional Saleyards
New England MP Barnaby Joyce says $9.7 million for the Guyra Saleyards and Armidale Saleyards is a substantial investment that he has fought for and is now delivering on. Speaking on STA FM yesterday, Mr Joyce says the funds were announced when the Coalition was...
$2 Million Recreational Fishing Program Announced
The Minns Government has today announced a new $2 million recreational fishing small infrastructure grants program, as well as the largest ever survey of NSW recreational fishing licence holders. The grants program is part of the Government’s plan to ensure more of...
NSW Agriculture to Extend AgSkilled Program
The NSW Government is helping futureproof the State’s farming industry by extending a program focused on upskilling the State’s agricultural workforce. NSW Agriculture is set to benefit from a $5 million boost from the government by extending the AgSkilled program, an...
Round 2 On Farm Connectivity Program
The Albanese Government is increasing help to Australian farmers and primary producers by launching Round Two of its popular On Farm Connectivity Program. The Government is boosting its funding to $18 million to support eligible ag-tech and connectivity solutions,...
MacIntyre High Students Showcasing at EKKA
Macintyre High School students have been busy parading and showcasing animals at the EKKA in Brisbane. On Day 3 of their visit being Paraders day, all students paraded with an animal and were judged on their personal presentation, ability to control, calm & show...
Store Cattle Sale Cancelled
The August Store Cattle Sale scheduled for this Thursday has been cancelled. The Local Stock Agents made the decision Tuesday Morning to cancel the sale due to lack of numbers and wet weather. The status for the September Store Cattle sale is unknown with a decision...
Duopolies Draining the Bush
Farmers have renewed calls for meaningful competition reform as experts warn the aviation sector faces similar problems to the supermarket sector.Last week regional airline Rex was placed into voluntary administration – just months after the collapse of regional...