40,000 trees help to transform Victorian farm
In 2013 Jacob Pearce and Elizabeth Lakey’s bought a 105ha farm which was rundown and overrun by rabbits, but now they are enjoying the fruits of their labour.
Victoria
‘Less than ever before’: CFA to get just 20c in tax dollar
Only 20c in every dollar Victorians pay in emergency services tax will go to the CFA this financial year, outraging volunteers.
New initiative launched to help drought-stricken farmers
One of the nation’s biggest agribusinesses has partnered with the VFF to help unveil a new drought support co-ordinator role. See the details.
‘Deeply disappointed’: Rural maternity program cut from state budget
A $2.8m program that helped Wimmera Mallee children with maternity care, childcare and paediatric services has been cut by the by the Victorian Government.
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130,000ha opened up to deer hunters
Victoria’s 45,000 licensed deer hunters have finally gained access to the Errinundra and Snowy National Parks. See the latest.
Proposed Victorian wind farm has ‘shattered the trust’ of tiny town
A planned 164-turbine wind farm in western Victoria from ‘Twiggy Forest’s’ Squadron Energy has concerned local landholders.
Northern Victorian farms sold for more than $50m
A Queensland farming family has swooped on 4031ha of farmland near Echuca, adding it to their existing Victorian interests. See all the details.
What the landmark Yoorrook findings mean for farmers
The Yoorrook Justice Commission’s report has delivered 100 recommendations to the state government, including a dozen which could affect Victorian farmers.
Revealed: Drought hit farmers to receive 40 per cent rate rebate
Victorian producers in 12 shires will gain rate rebates of 40 per cent, as the Allan government extends its drought support to $144 million. See the details.
Labor won’t create 300,000ha national park
Victoria’s Environment Minister has ruled out a new Great Forest National Park, much to the relief of outdoor recreation groups.
Wild dogs linked to $110m cattle parasite threat
Research in the Victorian High Country has linked wild dogs with potentially spreading an abortion-causing cattle parasite. See the details.
Parks Victoria quietly cuts junior ranger events in eastern Victoria
Families in East Gippsland and surrounds have been left “bitterly disappointed” by the axing of a beloved school holiday program.
Farmer council rate exemption needs to get the ‘green light’
Former agriculture minister Peter Walsh says a plan to exempt rates for some Victorian farmers needs an immediate tick of approval from the Premier.
Farmers offered $460,000/km in latest VNI West deal
Transmission Company Victoria is desperate to sign up farmers to VNI West easement deals, offering landholders huge easement dollars. See the details.
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