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Farmer fury over rare earths mine approval

A newly-approved rare earths mine has drawn the ire of farmers, who say the US-backed miner and the state government have failed to property consult community.

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Digital market insights sharpen with new national sheep indicator

A new Online Sheep Indicator (OSI) has been launched by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), offering producers and buyers cleare...
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Is the $5/head cattle levy still doing its job? Industry review begins

Cattle Australia has called for the review of the $5 per head grassfed levy collected at point of sale, saying the move was essent...
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Charlie Thomas appointed as new VFF CEO

Charlie Thomas has been appointed as the Victorian Farmers Federation's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
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Digital market insights sharpen with new national sheep indicator
A new Online Sheep Indicator (OSI) has been launched by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), offering producers and buyers clearer insights into price and supply trends across restocker and breeder sheep sold through digital platforms.
Is the $5/head cattle levy still doing its job? Industry review begins
Cattle Australia has called for the review of the $5 per head grassfed levy collected at point of sale, saying the move was essential to ensure that the funding system was still appropriate for the modern challenges facing the industry.
Charlie Thomas appointed as new VFF CEO
Charlie Thomas has been appointed as the Victorian Farmers Federation's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
PM pledges RFCS funding as industry calls for urgent action
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged $2 million in extra funding for rural financial counselling during a visit to drought-hit South Australia — but industry leaders say urgent action is still missing.
Vic govt caps controversial emergency levy for farmers as drought worsens
The Victorian Government has paused major increases to its controversial Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) contribution, as drought conditions intensify across the state.
Australia pushes tariff removal amid US court ruling
Australia will keep urging the Trump administration to drop its "unjustified" tariffs on the nation's products as a US federal court throws up an obstacle.
OPINION | The word is 'resilience' but where’s the relief?
OPINION | Natasha Lobban says the government must do better to support farmers and their communities suffering from drought. And they need to do it now.
NEWS IN BRIEF: Vic protests heat up, cattle shot and Telstra claims questioned
Heated-up volunteer firefighters, rural crime in the spotlight, a drop to the cash rate, and Telstra under the microscope – that’s just some of the week’s news making headlines across regional Australia. From the paddock to Parliament, it’s been a big few days, with stories unfolding that touch everything from household budgets to farm gate security. Here’s a quickfire round-up of the key issues shaping the conversation.
Nationals pull plug on coalition agreement with Liberals
Nationals Leader David Littleproud and Liberal Leader Sussan Ley have failed to strike a political agreement in opposition, signalling a coalition break-up.

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