Articles tagged: Rural
Farmers doubt Bureau outlook
Farmers across the Colac district have echoed concerns about the unreliability of the Bureau of Meteorology’s long-range predictions, choosing to draw upon other resources for a plan of action.
Party leader visits plantations
A former Queensland senator has taken a tour across south-west Victoria, including to plantations in the Simpson district.
Tax backdown is ‘important win’
Farmers have welcomed a Federal Government backdown on super tax changes.
Producers urged to stay vigilant, prevent deadly risks to livestock
After months of dry conditions, recent rains have brought a lush flush of green growth across the region – but along with it comes a hidden danger for livestock: phalaris toxicity.
Homes in farming zone given the green light
Three brand new homes will be built across farming land in the Colac Otway Shire, following council approval.
Community keen for big build
A television gardening guru is calling out for helping hands, with plans to build a farm at a Colac school in just 24 hours.
Store sale returns, agent hopeful
Colac’s store cattle sale returned this month with a district stock agent positive that spring will bring a change for drought-stricken farmers.
Rate relief package ‘good first step’
A Colac Otway Shire councillor says the State Government’s rate relief package for district drought-stricken farmers is a good first step but there’s plenty more that can be done, and the council will “keep the pressure on”.
Feedback to help refine initiative
The Australian Government is asking farmers and primary producers for their opinions on the On Farm Connectivity Program before round three applications open.
Report details farmland drop
Colac district farms have dropped more than four per cent in value, a shire-wide valuation indicates, but a Colac property agent says it’s not all doom and gloom.
Councillors approve five houses
Colac Otway Shire’s councillors have granted permits for new homes to be built at Apollo Bay, Birregurra, Irrewillipe East, Murroon and Wongarra, with their new delegation powers.
Autumn hope to grow market
Colac and district is holding out for a “good autumn break” to strengthen the cattle market.
Mentor wants boost for youth
Alvie dairy farmer Brooke Lane hopes to see more support for young people in the industry well into the future.
New guide for healthy hectares
A free, easy reference guide was released in Colac to help small landholders create productive and environmentally sustainable properties.
Rain vital for district farmers
Wool Wool farmer Toby Campbell says above average rainfall over the next “two to three months” is vital if the region is to get out of the woods from the green drought.
Next chapter for dairy farmer
After thirty years of dairying excellence, Princetown farmer Rhys Smethurst is ready for the next chapter.
