They’re Off To The Ekka!
A special function was held at Tablelands Hall on Saturday night to announce the South Burnett’s representatives at the Brisbane Exhibition.
Autumn Breaks Temperature Records
Australia has just endured its hottest autumn on record according to a new report from the Climate Council.
QDO Slams Dairy Report
The Dairy Situation and Outlook report released on Wednesday by Dairy Australia fails to disclose the truth about the impacts of the supermarket milk price war, according to the Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation.
More Money For Rural Roads
The SBRC plans to upgrade spending on the region’s rural roads over the next 12 months
Vet Pleads Guilty In Hendra Case
A Gold Coast veterinarian has been placed on a two-year $3000 good behaviour bond after pleading guilty to failing to meet workplace health and safety standards while drawing a blood sample from a horse suspected of having Hendra virus.
Minister ‘Ignoring Major Issues’: MP
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has challenged recent comments from Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson which reported a bright outlook for Queensland farmers.
AHA Presses On With BJD Overhaul
Animal Health Australia is pushing ahead with its deregulation of Bovine Johne’s Disease controls, despite opposition from some Queensland cattl;e producers.
QATC CEO Appointed
Mark Tobin has been appointed the new chief executive officer of rural training body, Queensland Agricultural Training Colleges.
Tiffany’s Tale Sells Safety Message
A woman who spent 40 minutes trapped in a potato processing machine and later had to undergo 30 hours of reconstructive surgery will be a special guest speaker at QRRRWN’s latest webinar on Friday (May 27).
Amnesty Declared On Exotic Reptiles
The State Government has declared a short amnesty to allow pet owners to surrender illegal non-native reptiles.
Scientists Target Herbicide Resistance
DAF researchers are investigating herbicide resistance in weeds, and they’re looking for farmers to help
Mine Protesters Win Back Legal Rights
Green groups barred from lodging objections to most mining projects have had a win, with the State Government restoring rights removed by the previous LNP government.
Farming Outlook Bright: Minister
The value of Queensland’s agricultural production is continuing to rise ahead of previous expectations
Dairy Farmers To Protest In Brisbane
Dairy farmers will rally outside Parliament on Wednesday to put on pressure to end the milk price war
Minister Labels BJD Fears ‘Scaremongering’
The State Government has accused the LNP of “scaremongering” over the issue of Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD).
MP Calls For Vote On BJD
Shadow Ag Minister Dale Last says the State Government could put thousands farms at risk from BJD
‘Cowboys’ Jibe Stirs MP
Police Minister Bill Byrne’s description comparing farmers with handguns to cowboys has riled Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington.
Government Defers ‘Backpacker Tax’
Introduction of the so-called “Backpacker Tax” – which would have removed the tax-free income threshold for backpackers from July 1 – has been deferred for six months to allow a government review.
Blackbutt Show ‘Just About Perfect’
The Blackbutt Showgrounds were jam-packed on Saturday for the 82nd annual Blackbutt Show
Karaoke Joins Show Line-Up … No Bull
After 10 years, the Wondai Show Bull Ride is no more … and it’s something to sing about
