A South West Victoria farmer who was fined $398 for having an unsecured load – two square hay bales on forks on the front of his tractor – is vowing to contest the matter in court.
Southern Australian farmers await crucial rainfall forecast to roll in from tomorrow, with thousands of farming families’ fortunes pinned on the front to ease a two-year drought. Here’s what farmers say.
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The most significant dust storm since 2019 blasted southern states and brought patchy rain, but more is needed to break drought.
Extreme weather is hitting farmers across Australia, with some of the worst ever frosts recorded in drought hit areas.
Rural people are revolting against the Allan government’s new emergency service levy tax – but they aren’t going to leave their own communities vulnerable.
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Farmers across western Victoria are making tough business decisions that will have ramifications for many years to come.
Cattle and dairy farmers in Victoria and South Australia face rising fodder and freight costs with hay hitting 2019-levels.
Parts of Victoria and South Australia have recorded their lowest rainfall on record in the past 24 months. Discover which regions are under the most pressure.
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