rural scene

  • Tarndie wool challenge returns

    Tarndwarncoort Homestead has welcomed flocks of fleece lovers for the International Back to Back Wool Challenge on the weekend.

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  • Rural advocates say new budget falls short

    Multiple organisations say while the newly-announced federal budget has some positive factors, more could be delivered from a healthcare and rural perspective.

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  • Farmers need drought policy

    A Colac and district MP is calling on the State Government to fast-track a drought management policy for farmers suffering in the south-west.

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  • Young farming group enjoys annual reunion

    A Senior Young Farmers group — yes, you read that right — with members from Colac and district has enjoyed its latest blast from the past.

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  • FARM SLASH: Proposed rural rate cut, holiday rental rise

    Farmers would see a significant reduction in their share of the rates burden under a move proposed by Colac Otway Shire Council.

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  • Water levels worry duck hunter

    Colac Field and Game’s Terry McCrickard is looking forward to the 2025 duck hunting season, but he is concerned about duck numbers across the district with declining freshwater levels.

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  • District waiting for March rain

    The first store cattle sale of autumn saw about 600 head of cattle go under the hammer, with the district holding out for March rain to improve dry conditions.

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  • Farm shows pasture diversity

    A farm tour at Barongarook West kicked off Dairy Australia’s inaugural Grounds for Growth three-day soil and pasture diversity event last week.

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