Farmers Fight ‘Backpacker Tax’
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation has launched a national campaign to encourage the Federal Government not to go ahead with a proposed “backpacker tax” that it says will hurt regional communities.
Lock The Gate Calls
For Urgent Ban On UCG
The anti-mining Lock The Gate Alliance has called for a permanent ban on Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) in Queensland
Big Expansion For Smithfield
Proston-based Smithfield Cattle Co is expanding its feedlot capacity by almost a third, thanks to an acquisition at Goondiwindi.
Tick Line Meeting On Thursday
AgForce will be holding another tick line placement consultation meeting at the Proston Community Hall in Rodney Street this Thursday, February 4. commencing at 6:00pm.
Coolabunia Producers Petition Minister
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has forwarded a petition to Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson from a united group of Coolabunia landholders protesting against their properties potentially being placed in the tick zone.
Security Cameras:
What You Need To Know
Police have warned that rural crime continues to be a problem because offenders know it is unlikely anyone will be home during daylight hours.
2015 Sets Temperature Records
Last year was the hottest on record by an astonishing margin, according to a new report by the Climate Council.
MP Calls For Crisis Meetings About Hendra
Shadow Agriculture Minister Deb Frecklington has called on the State Government to urgently convene a series of high-level meetings to resolve a “crisis” about Hendra horse vaccinations in Queensland.
Drought Dinners Get Another Run
A series of free community dinners for residents in remote parts of the region will get a repeat run later this year, thanks to the State Government.
Have Your Say On Food Labels
Queenslanders are being urged to have their say on proposed changes to food labelling standards aimed at providing clear “country-of-origin” details.
New Face At Sub-Chamber
Oakey Show Society life member Denis Janetzki has been elected president of the Darling Downs Sub-Chamber of Agricultural Societies.
More Tick Line Meetings Planned
AgForce branches have scheduled more local meetings to discuss proposed tick line changes
Ag Minister Meets With AgForce
Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson – recently appointed to the role – paid a whistlestop visit to the South Burnett this week as part of a roadtrip to help her get better acquainted with the some of the major issues in her portfolio.
Labour Hire Operator To Face Court
A labour hire operator has been charged for allegedly exploiting workers recruited from Vanuatu to pick fruit and vegetables in Queensland.
Ripple Effect Aims To Save Lives
Karen Seiler, from Wooroolin, is one of seven farmer representatives on a new project to beat rural suicide
‘We Don’t Know How Lucky We Are’
A record-breaking hay convoy to drought-stricken farmers in western Queensland had a South Burnett flavour at the weekend … with local businesses supporting the run, local drivers taking part, and local cooks baking up some tasty treats to also head out west.
Tick Line Deadline Extended
The State Government is set to announce a 4 week extension for consultations about the tick line
Wild Dog Board ‘Stacked With Greenies’
Member for Nanango – and Shadow Agriculture Minister – Deb Frecklington has accused the State Government of “stacking” the wild dog advisory board QDOG with “greenies” and “bureaucrats”.
Candidate Calls For Zonal Taxation
LNP candidate for Maranoa David Littleproud has called on the Federal Government to include Zonal Taxation in this year’s proposed tax reform discussions.
Low Rate Loans For Farmers
QRAA Chief Executive Officer Cameron MacMillan has announced low interest rates for the State Government’s Sustainability and First Start Loans for primary producers.
