‘Two-tier system’: Funding for bush connectivity slashed
A $101 million regional shortfall has been revealed in funding for regional telecommunications after new federal cuts.
Politics
A history of Victoria’s Lib-Nat quandary
Victoria’s Liberal and National parties have been like veteran Hollywood stars — breaking up and making up over the decades. What will they look like in 2023?
Victorian election: Regional results, analysis
Dan Andrews won a resounding third term over the weekend; take a seat-by-seat look at regional Victoria’s updated political landscape.
PM invites EU leaders to visit Aussie prosecco growers
It’s crunch time for the battle over use of the prosecco name, and Australia is not kowtowing to the Europeans.
Andrews must ‘govern for all’
Rural and regional Victorian voters feel forgotten by Labor, despite Premier Daniel Andrews promise to “govern for all”.
New FIRB boss: Australia has its doors open
New FIRB chairman Bruce Millar has said Australia welcomed foreign investment, despite recent moves to address national security concerns.
The new country MPs hitting Spring Street
Annabelle Cleeland is one of several new regional MPs set to hit Spring Street this month.
Independents hit brick wall
Hunty Barton says you need time and money to run as an independent – with the major parties all cashed up.
Riordan declares leadership bid
From an election night nail-biter to leadership fighter, Richard Riordan has endured a rollercoaster ride in recent days.
Walsh to re-stand as leader
Victorian Nationals will vote on who leads their party on Wednesday, with Peter Walsh re-standing.
Nationals take Mildura
Nationals candidate Jade Benham leads the two-candidate preferred vote, reclaiming the seat from independent Ali Cupper.
Andrews claims third victory
As Labor celebrates a historic third term, Ag Minister Gayle Tierney and Animal Justice MP Andy Meddick are in danger of losing their upper house seats.
Morwell: Nationals likely to gain
The Nationals are in good shape to reclaim the seat of Morwell, as the Labor candidate concedes defeat.
Sheed concedes Shepparton
Two-term independent MP Suzanna Sheed has addressed supporters, conceding defeat to the Nationals.
What a Labor win means for farmers
Another four years of Labor means farmers must battle to be heard. See the key issues and how you will be affected.
Libs expected to retain Benambra
A strong independent challenge from Jacqui Hawkins has fallen short on election day. Read the details.
Everything farmers need to know about the Victorian election
A major backlash against Labor tonight could force Daniel Andrews to negotiate with regional independents, before the Greens. See what it will mean for farmers and the regions.
Policy face-off: Where do the major parties stand on rural issues?
From timber harvesting to roads, brumby culls and council rates — here’s what Labor and Coalition policies mean for Victorian farmers.
The final word: Andrews, Guy make their rural case
Hear from the Premier and Opposition leader as they make their final case to the people of regional Victoria ahead of the election.
Guy heads bush late in election campaign
Matthew Guy has headed to the north east of the state as the Victorian election campaign nears an end. This is what he announced.
Victoria’s independent streak
Sarah Fenton is one of dozens of independent candidates standing this Saturday. Will they replicate the federal teal wave?
Power pledge in final days
Premier Daniel Andrews and Opposition Leader Matthew Guy made their final appeals to regional Victoria this week. See what was announced.
India’s billion dollar market a step closer for Aussie exports
Parliament looks set to ratify an interim free trade agreement with India this week. Here’s who’s set to benefit.
Road repair blitz coming in 2023
Crumbling roads are on Premier Daniel Andrews’ radar and he promises they will be fixed in the coming year.
Mildura’s three-way split: What the locals are saying
Roads and healthcare are the key battlegrounds for Mildura, one of the state’s most marginal electorates.
Regional road failings exposed
The Coalition has promised $10 billion towards road maintenance, as cracks appear in the Labor Government’s performance.
Workers forced out of forests
The Premier and his ministers are squeezing VicForests, loggers and mills out of forests, threatening hundreds of jobs before the election.
Jobseeker push for dairy
A new course aimed at matching young jobseekers with dairy work has been announced by Victoria’s Agriculture Minister.
Federal government commits to return of fuel tax credits
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher initially deliberated when asked whether the federal government would reinstate fuel tax credits.
Nats roadshow to build support among women, youth
David Littleproud and Perin Davey will head to Mildura next week to kick off the Nationals’ nationwide “listening tour”.
Better Boating Fund yet to deliver
Victorian boat owners have paid $33 million in registration and license fees, but to date just $19 million has been spent on ramps, admin and safety.
Floodplain harvesting rules blocked for fourth time
The NSW Upper House has voted to block floodplain harvesting regulators for a fourth time. See what it means for irrigators.
‘Thumbing their nose at democracy’
Labor MPs have been accused of “hiding” more than 200 government agency annual reports until after the state election.
Varroa mite clean-up upstaged
The peak industry representing vegetable growers says the federal government’s response to an incursion of varroa mite is revealing the inadequacy for plant biosecurity funding.
Annual reports delayed until after election
The Andrews Government is trying to hold back controversial reports into its performance until after the election.
Special report: Inside timber industry’s heartbreaking future
East Gippsland’s timber industry is on the brink of collapse, with 115 workers facing the axe and warnings Orbost will become a “ghost town”. This is their story.
Compromise reached: EPA tyre licenses scrapped
Farmers will no longer need EPA licences when using 5000 or more tyres to weigh down silage — the tyres must be registered instead.
FRV under-reporting fire deaths
FRV is excluding a significant source of fire deaths from its reporting, as the United Firefighters Union pushes to take over more CFA territory.
Regions showing zero interest in EVs
Time to recharge: Regional Aussies are avoiding buying expensive electric vehicles until further infrastructure is built to support their viability.
Former commissioner warns of MDB’s ‘next catastrophe’
Former water commissioner Laurie Arthur is urging governments to find a solution to the next looming disaster to beset the Murray Darling Basin.
Ban introduced on meat products from FMD countries
The rules on what travellers can and cannot bring into the country have changed to protect Australia’s foot and mouth disease-free status.
MP denounces failed director’s ‘unscrupulous’ business move
Mallee MP Anne Webster has denounced a new business move by the doctor behind the collapsed TriStar Medical chain.
$200m for disaster fund
Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has introduced a Bill to parliament that would overhaul the $4.8b emergency response fund.
Ag Minister talks up EU deal and improving relations with China
Agriculture Minister Murray Watt has told The Australian Ag Podcast the Federal Government was committed to securing a lucrative trade deal for farmers with Brussels.
Labor gives squid new rights
Labor promised new animal welfare laws recognising animals’ feelings in 2018, but only just released its legislative plan — including giving squid new rights.
Jobs summit achieves ‘incremental gains’
What did agriculture gain from the Treasury’s big jobs summit? A few things, says the NFF, but don’t expect thousands of workers just yet.
Brit PM race could be swayed by farmers
Margaret Thatcher used to keep her eyes on her Downing Street neighbours’ milk consumption — now two MPs representing dairy regions are vying for her old job.
Trying to turn the political tide
Polwarth and Monbulk are usually a yawn fest on state election nights. So why is 2022 set to rock the electoral boat?
Plibersek under fire over ‘concrete’ MDB Plan
A Griffith citrus grower has taken aim at the Water Minister over her government’s approach, which he says “targets” irrigators.
Paraway secures $75m to cut emissions
Macquarie-owned Paraway Pastoral has secured a significant investment from the Federal Government to drastically reduce its methane emissions.
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