News A true gentleman devoted to Those who knew Rod Harmer would say he was a true gentleman who maintained respect, honesty and kindness wherever he went. Country News 3 hours ago 3 hours ago
News North East deer numbers in spotlight Deer numbers in north-east Victoria have exploded in recent years as humans and deer compete for space and resources in the region. Country News 4 hours ago 4 hours ago
News Rain a key to 2019 production While 2018 will be remembered for below average rainfall, the smallest winter crop for a decade on the east coast, record high wool and lamb prices plus high feed costs, 2019’s main players will be rainfall, horticulture exports and milk production. Country News 21 hours ago 21 hours ago
News Rain a key to 2019 production While 2018 will be remembered for below average rainfall, the smallest winter crop for a decade on the east coast, record high wool and lamb prices plus high feed costs, 2019’s main players will be rainfall, horticulture exports and milk production. Country News 21 hours ago 21 hours ago
News Berry business growing in Seymour When you think of a blueberry farm, an off-the-grid, sustainably-powered operation isn’t usually what springs to mind. Alana Christensen 16 Jan 2019 16 Jan 2019
News Duck season shortened Field and Game Australia has labelled changes to this year’s duck hunting season, including a shorter season and lower daily bag limit, as ‘‘flawed’’ and ‘‘secretive’’. Country News 15 Jan 2019 15 Jan 2019
News Starving brumbies euthanased in barmah RSPCA Victoria believes the short- and long-term welfare issues affecting brumbies in Barmah National Park are separate but should be dealt with similarly. Rodney Woods 15 Jan 2019 15 Jan 2019
News Female engineer appointed to lead G-MW Goulburn-Murray Water has found its new managing director in Shepparton. Geoff Adams 15 Jan 2019 15 Jan 2019
Country News Koala gets timely help Strathmerton farm owners Kellie Bilston and BJ Payne welcomed a wild friend down from the peppercorn trees last Tuesday after their dogs brought attention to a koala in need of water. Acting quickly, Ms Bilston grabbed a bowl of water and held it up... Alana Christensen 14 Jan 2019 14 Jan 2019
News McKenzie won’t seek Mallee pre-selection Victorian Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie will not run for the lower house seat of Mallee left by Andrew Broad. Country News 11 Jan 2019 11 Jan 2019
Country News Hot weather on the way Northern Victoria is bracing for a scorching few days, with temperatures set to climb above 40oC over the weekend and into next week. Bureau of Meterology senior meterologist Tom Delamotte said there is a slight chance of a thunderstorm and rain in... Alana Christensen 10 Jan 2019 10 Jan 2019
News Fewer Victorians dying on country roads Regional Victoria has recorded its lowest number of road deaths since records began, but the 109 lives lost on country roads last year is still 109 too many. Country News 10 Jan 2019 10 Jan 2019
News Last year was hotter and dryer The country’s chief weather forecaster has suggested 2018 will be one of the 10 warmest years on record. Rodney Woods 10 Jan 2019 10 Jan 2019
News Deal means trade advantages The region’s horticulturalists, dairy farmers and grain growers received a boost in competitive export advantage on December 31 and January 1 as the world’s third-largest trade agreement and Australia’s new trade agreement with China came into effect. Country News 10 Jan 2019 10 Jan 2019
News Warning to follow tree clearing rules or face hefty fines Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority is reminding people that accepting offers from businesses advertising ‘cheap block clearing’ without the correct permits can lead to prosecution and hefty fines. Country News 09 Jan 2019 09 Jan 2019
News Fame beckons record breaking shearer A record-breaking shearer, who used his skills to educate people in Third World countries, will be honoured with an elevation to the Shearers’ Hall of Fame this year. Geoff Adams 09 Jan 2019 09 Jan 2019
News Dollar drops to 10-year low The Australian dollar briefly dropped to its lowest levels in 10 years against the US greenback, before rebounding slightly as currency markets experienced major volatility last week. Country News 09 Jan 2019 09 Jan 2019
News When gun laws were big news As the enormity of the Port Arthur massacre unfolded, then Prime Minister John Howard thought to himself: ‘‘Heavens above, what’s the point of having a huge majority if you can’t do something with it?’’ Country News 09 Jan 2019 09 Jan 2019
Country News Hundreds farewell Joe Vraca at Tatura About 900 people attended today’s funeral of Murchison businessman, entrepreneur and benefactor, Guiseppe “Joe” Vraca. Mr Vraca died on January 2. He migrated to Australia in 1960, unable to speak a word of English, but over the years developed... Geoff Adams 09 Jan 2019 09 Jan 2019
Water Darling fish deaths blamed on water mismanagement Water mismanagement, not drought, was the main cause of more than 10000 native fish deaths prior to Christmas in the lower Darling River, the western NSW state election candidates for the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party say. Country News 03 Jan 2019 03 Jan 2019
News Barmah brumby death outcry Barmah Forest’s brumby crisis has started to tear the heart out of Australia with the release of a devastating video of a mare dying, collapsing to the ground and still calling for her foal. Geoff Adams 25 Dec 2018 25 Dec 2018
News Grabbing every opportunity DYLAN LIGHT doesn’t turn 21 until next March, but he’s already moving up in the dairy industry. With a herd topping 150, mostly young stock, and a sharefarming agreement in the pipeline for next year, the 2018 Great South West Dairy Awards’... Rick Bayne 02 Jan 2019 02 Jan 2019
