Harvester Blacks Out Homes
A harvester cut the power supply to more than 400 customers north of Murgon today when it brought down high voltage powerlines.
More Cheap Milk Another Blow: QDO
The Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation says supermarket giant Coles has marked the second anniversary of the “milk war” by extending its discounts at the expense of Queensland dairy farmers.
Newman Releases Six-Month Plan
Premier Campbell Newman today unveiled his second “Six Month Action Plan” for Queensland.
Two More Animals With BJD
Two more Queensland properties have been detected with single animals suspected of having Bovine Johne’s Disease, although final confirmation is awaiting the results of further tests.
Diesel Prices Up 20c
Motorists paid on average 20 cents per litre more for diesel in December than they did just two years ago.
Award For Pest Management
The Burnett District Pest Management Group (BDPMG) has launched an annual award to recognise a South Burnett landholder or community member for their efforts toward enhancing pest management awareness and activities.
Boxthorn Funding Extended
South Burnett Regional Council has extended funding to help landowners combat African boxthorn
Ex-Chief Vet In BJD Role
Former Chief Veterinary Officer Ron Glanville has been appointed an Industry Liaison Officer by Biosecurity Queensland as part of the fight against Bovine Johne’s disease (BJD).
Quad Bikes Top Cause Of Farm Deaths
With Christmas and summer holidays approaching, Monash University researchers are calling for people in regional and rural areas to think carefully about the potential dangers of quad-bikes.
300 Farmers Quit Every Month
The number of farmers in Australia is dropping by almost 300 a month, according to a report released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
‘Protected’ Status Key For BJD
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh says beef industry leaders remain committed to the State Government’s response to Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD) .
150 Properties On BJD Watch List
Biosecurity Queensland says it has made substantial progress in responding to the current Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD) incident in Queensland.
UCG Company Fined $60,000
The operator of an underground coal gasification (UCG) trial plant that released contaminated water has been fined $60,000.
BJD Updates Available Online
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh has committed to providing Queensland’s cattle industry with regular updates on Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD) with more than 1000 people already subscribed for regular alerts.
BJD Scare Locks Down Cattle
Biosecurity Queensland officers are contacting grazing properties which have received cattle from a beef stud property near Rockhampton where some livestock have been confirmed with Bovine Johne’s Disease (BJD).
Government Slashes Red Tape For Graziers
A streamlined State Rural Leasehold Land Strategy promises to cut red tape for Queensland graziers hoping to renew their leases.
Funding Available To Fight Boxthorn
South Burnett Regional Council has $80,000 available in assistance to landowners to treat African boxthorn.
Have Your Say On Agriculture Plan
Agriculture Minister John McVeigh is encouraging Queensland agri-businesses and communities to have their say on the State’s future plan for agriculture.
30 Years Of Memories
Thirty years of memories were shared this morning when cattlemen (and women), auctioneers and their families gathered at the Coolabunia Saleyards to mark the complex’s 30th birthday.
Saleyards Celebrate 30th Birthday
Coolabunia Saleyards will be celebrating 30 years of operation on Friday (November 16).
