Duck hunting: Experts recommend season goes ahead
Leading waterfowl ecologists have developed a scientific model that recommends Victoria’s duck hunting season go ahead. See the daily bird bag limit.
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Southern NSW council demerger kicks off
A “world’s best” approach will decide if a second southern NSW rural council demerges. Find out what’s happening.
Complete ban on duck hunting looms
Duck shooting could be banned ahead of the 2023 season after sources say the Andrews government put the decision off last year due to the election.
Ag department dollars undisclosed
The cost of rebranding Victoria’s agriculture department is being kept a secret, and the government has been called out for creating another “mega-department”.
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Seasonal workers finally back in Vic
The first new Pacific Island fruit pickers to Victoria in more than a year have finally arrived. Here’s where they’re headed.
Haloumi next on EU hit list
The salty and squeaky cafe favourite is the latest food Europe is trying to claim. But Aussie farmers warn the move could mean higher prices for shoppers.
Timber payouts mean, says industry
Many timber workers will receive a “paltry handout” from the Andrews Government as it moves to phase out native forest logging from 2024.
Yarra River camping allowed under draft rules
The Andrews Government proposes to allow public camping on water frontages from September — including along the Yarra.
Long haul stance required on China
The Federal Government is trying to resolve trade disputes with China, but they seem likely to continue. What does this mean for the industry?
Water poured on fire safety sessions
Fire Rescue Victoria school and community safety sessions have been canned over COVID-19, as CFA volunteers continue to deliver their programs.
Water trade needs oversight — ACCC
Stronger laws are needed to stop water market manipulation in the Murray Darling Basin, the nation’s competition and consumer regulator is warning.
End the Darling River myths
A 20-year-old, one-off calculation is being used by opponents of flood plain harvesting to exaggerate the value of the Darling River’s flow to Murray River communities.
Wine, seafood spat could escalate
The relationship between China and Australia is as tense as ever, with industry still discussing its next steps on key commodities affected by the trade war.
CFA training stuff-up hits volunteers
At least 2000 active CFA volunteers have been told to return their national certificates of attainment to operate pumps.
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