Court Delays Truckie Order
It was business as usual for owner drivers in the nation’s trucking fleet on Monday despite the deadline passing for the implementation of a new road safety order.
CASA Cuts Red Tape On Drones
Red tape controlling the use of small drones in commercial and farming operations has been cut by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Workshops On Invasive Grass
In response to ongoing concerns about the spread of Giant Rat’s Tail Grass and its significant impacts locally, Gympie Regional Council, the Burnett Mary Regional Group and Gympie and District Landcare are combining forces to bring the latest information to landholders.
Family Truckies ‘Face Ruin’
Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss says thousands of truck owners and operators face ruin with the implementation of a Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal order which fixes higher freight rates for owner operators.
Yarraman Calves Top State
A couple who breed beef cattle at Yarraman have been named the Queensland MSA Producers Of The Year.
From South Burnett With Love
The South Burnett contingent of the Burrumbuttock Hay Run made it safely into Muckadilla on Wednesday night, their first stopover on their journey of hope to western Queensland.
Power Hike ‘To Hit Irrigators’
Proposed power price rises will hit local irrigators hard, Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has warned.
Gasfields Review Extends To Coal
A review of the Gasfields Commission will consider extending its work to coal and minerals
Wondai To Farewell Hay Run
Head on down to Wondai on Wednesday to cheer on the latest Burrumbuttock Hay Runners!
Goomeri Show Pauses To Remember
Exactly a year ago, well-known local resident Pam Brunjes was officially opening the Goomeri Show Society’s new pavilion … now that building bears her name as a mark of respect following her tragic death last month.
Dairy Farmers Welcome Effects Test
The Queensland Dairyfarmers Organisation (QDO) and Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) have applauded the introduction of an ‘effects test’ by the Federal Government, which they believe will strengthen competition across the grocery supply chain.
State Govt To Reinstate
Vegetation Protection Laws
The State Government says it has delivered on another election commitment with the introduction of laws into Parliament last week to reinstate vegetation protection measures stripped away by the former LNP government.
Show Society Ready To Have A Ball
The Kingaroy Show Cabaret Ball is on again and organisers are hoping to see a big roll-up
Goomeri Show
Stretches To Sunday
The 76th Goomeri Show has been extended across three days this year with a special Stockman’s Challenge
New Varieties Impress Visitors
A visiting group of American specialists has been treated to a sneak peek at the likely future of Australian peanut growing.
Fatality Sparks Safety
Warning About Angle Grinders
Worksafe Queensland has issued a safety alert after a Queensland worker was killed last month while operating a 9 inch (230mm) angle grinder.
First Flight To Melbourne Takes Off
The first commercial flight from Wellcamp Airport to Melbourne took off on Monday morning
New Contract Rules Threaten Truckies
A Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal order which threatens the viability of many truck owner-operators and contractors should be delayed, Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss said on Monday.
Monster Time At Murgon Show
A “monster truck” was a new attraction at the 2016 Murgon Show, taking patrons for rides on Friday night and all-day Saturday.
Farming Business Fined $60,000
A Queensland fruit and vegetable packing operation has been fined $60,000 for creating a scheme designed to underpay workers.
