Rural News

Prepare your livestock for fire threat

Now is the time for all livestock owners to be prepared and have a clear strategy to carry out in the event of a fire emergency on their farm. A key factor in minimising the threat to livestock during a bushfire or on extreme fire danger days is to...

Rodney Woods

Draft dairy plan released

After hearing the views of more than 1500 people, the draft Australian Dairy Plan has been published. The draft plan sets out a range of industry-wide initiatives to restore confidence, lift profitability and stimulate growth. On the basis of modest...

Rodney Woods

Sale tops at $17,000

The daughter of the 2018 International Dairy Week Best Udder Champion topped the prices at the complete dispersal sale of the Finley stud Hawova on November 28. Hawova Favre Tamie’s daughter sold for $17 000 at Shepparton Regional...

Rodney Woods

Sale tops at $17,000

The daughter of the 2018 International Dairy Week Best Udder Champion topped the prices at the complete dispersal sale of the Finley stud Hawova on November 28. Hawova Favre Tamie’s daughter sold for $17 000 at Shepparton Regional...

Rodney Woods

New study proves commercial reality

University researchers in Western Australia have proven what Deniliquin people have known for years — pest European carp can make good fertiliser. Researchers at Curtin University in Western Australia found that dead carp could be used...

Geoff Adams

Illawarra champions chosen

An Illawarra cow owned by Undera couple, Raymond and Sarah Parker, has won the champion title at the 2019 Red Cow Challenge. The five-year-old, Wallumlands Mary 4, was bred by noted Illawarra breeder Terry Tidcombe. Mr Parker said the beauty of the...

Geoff Adams

Hundreds rally for Victoria’s wildlife

Hundreds of people from almost 45 conservation groups gathered on the steps of State Parliament in Melbourne for the Nature For Life Rally, to call for action in protecting Victoria’s wildlife and natural environment. The rally, on November 28...

Country News

nabtrade raises $184,500 for Burrumbuttock Hay Runners

Following a bumper day of trade dedicated to supporting Aussie farmers in drought, nabtrade donated $184 500 to the Burrumbuttock Hay Runners. With Australia currently experiencing one of the most severe droughts on record, Australia’s...

Rodney Woods

Helping drought-affected women have a brighter Christmas

The Murchison district has played a role in the collection of pamper packages for women affected by drought, just in time for Christmas. Murchison Neighbourhood House co-ordinator Jenny Lister received about 60 pamper packages after she advertised...

Jamieson Salter

headspace to host online mental health group chat

In response to the need for mental health support for regional and rural communities during the drought, headspace is hosting an online group chat about coping with stress. The group chat will take place on Thursday, December 5, between 6:30pm and...

Rodney Woods

Australian Women in Agriculture receives Qantas grant

Australian Women in Agriculture has received a share of $1 million from the Qantas Regional Grants Program. The organisation will share $1 million with 20 other community groups, after seeing the Qantas grant advertised on social...

Country News

Donkey Day in Tongala

The Tongala Donkey Shelter held its open day on Sunday, December 1 where visitors could get up close with the animals, taking pictures and giving pats. The shelter opened in 1997 and all started with founder and honorary administrator May Dodd’s pet...

Country News

Taxpayers urged to contact ATO if struggling through drought

The Australian Taxation Office is reminding taxpayers struggling in drought-affected communities to contact the ATO if they need assistance. “The ATO understands the pressure this drought has put on communities and we are committed to...

Rodney Woods

Facebook is the new frontier bringing business to the bush

Facebook is helping small businesses in the Goulburn Valley achieve spectacular results as part of a growing social media trend urging consumers to buy from the bush. It’s a simple concept but one that has incredible power — buying...

Country News

Gallery: Rene Martens’ bird and wildlife photos

Benalla photographer Rene Martens sent in some photos of the birds and wildlife that call Benalla and the Winton Wetlands home. If you have any bird or wildlife snaps from your town, email: editor@countrynews. com. au

Rodney Woods

Water for Fodder applications open

Northern Victoria and southern Riverina farmers are encouraged to apply for water under the Federal Government’s Water for Fodder program, when it opens later this month.

Rodney Woods

New fish podcast available

Recreational and commercial fishers, growers, seafood consumers and people who simply love Victoria’s waterways can now tune in to the Victorian Fisheries Authority’s new fortnightly podcast, The Poddy Mullet

Rodney Woods

VIDEO: Protesters make their voices heard at Can the Plan rally

Protesters from across the region are making their voice heard at Parliament House in Canberra. Hundreds have made their way to the capital city to demand politicians end the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. More about the Can the Plan rally Canberr...

Country News

Faces of the Convoy to Canberra

Locals add voices to thousands on Convoy to Canberra calling for a Murray-Darling Basin Plan fix.

Rodney Woods