Gippsland wildlife populations recovering from Black Summer devastation face new fire threat
Five years on from the Black Summer bushfires, a planned burn-off in the state’s east has sparked alarm for our native wildlife.
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Mallee farmers raise money for MRI
Grain growers have rallied behind a fundraiser to get an MRI machine for Swan Hill District Health.
Strathkellar farmer using fences for dry dams
Strathkellar beef producer Rob Walter has taken to fencing his dams to help his Angus cattle bloom. “We’ve had dams I’ve never seen dry in my lifetime, but they’re dry.”
Victorian legal eagle to sell landmark Western District farms
The owner of a Victorian farming empire has listed 1200ha of “powerhouse” grazing and irrigation farmland near Hamilton. See the details.
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Horrific drought grips Victoria, thousands left to haul in water
Water tanks dry, households rationing drinking water, animals parched — this is the reality for thousands of Victorian families and farmers struggling through the worst drought seen in almost two decades.
Wind and solar win levy discount
“The fact that renewable energy companies will have their levy capped stinks,” says Normanville farmer Bec Marshall.
Town needs three officers to ensure no black market
Concerns are growing about a rise in poaching and other illegal activity following cuts to fisheries officers position in East Gippsland.
ADF case against VFF settled
The Australian Dairy Farmers lobby has settled its legal dispute with the VFF on unpaid fees. But how will it pay the next $300,000?
Local family snap up historic central Victorian rural estate
A 145-year-old farm, set on 155ha with an iconic Georgian homestead, has been sold in a recent eight-figure deal.
How the new ESVF tax will affect Victorian farmers
CFA and VicSES volunteers who own farms worth more than $5m will still be worse off under the government’s new ESVF tax, with refunds capped at up to $4150.
Gippsland dairy farms to fetch $20m-plus
More than 600ha of farmland in West Gippsland has hit the market, listed for sale for the first time in its history.
Historic Western District farm split between two buyers
A 675ha three-farm portfolio, 30km south of Ballarat, has been sold including a historic homestead built in 1871.
Fire Rescue Victoria costs soar
Households and businesses will be hit with higher levies to help fund soaring FRV costs, which have hit $1.22 billion.
Renewables rush: ‘It’s the industrialisation of our landscape’
Mapping of wind, solar and battery developments shows rural Victoria is rapidly being industrialised. See the locations.
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