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24 July 2024
New opportunities for meaningful basin solutions if we learn the lessons of the past
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05 July 2024
The importance of regional story-telling
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15 June 2024
Stepping stones to success for our youth
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24 May 2024
Well deserved pat on the back for Beef2024
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15 May 2024
2024-25 Federal Budget - Our Takeouts
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08 May 2024
Beef Australia 2024 - Our Insights
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29 April 2024
Extending a helping hand to country kids fosters long-term benefits for the bush
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09 April 2024
Time for greater scrutiny of telco providers as 3G network shutdown exposes ongoing community divide
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19 March 2024
Four-legged farm workers who've helped make Australian agriculture what it is today
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29 February 2024
Homegrown music festivals need local support to ensure long-term survival
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11 February 2024
Crossroads for that all important national day
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17 January 2024
Tyranny of distance fosters valuable qualities in our leaders of tomorrow
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24 November 2023
Buybacks may be easy option for Basin water recovery, but economic and social pain may prove too costly for communities
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06 November 2023
Modernising the Universal Service Obligation: what should this new agreement look like and should the landline be scrapped?
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27 October 2023
Australian farmers have had their say, now it’s up to us to listen
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05 October 2023
Lamb producers feel pain of falling prices, but little impact on retail price prompts tough questions
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04 October 2023
National Farmer Priorities Survey Released
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14 September 2023
Industry making strides towards net-zero commitment but outreach and support critical for farmers embarking on the journey
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24 August 2023
The future of agriculture is now and our young people want a seat at the table
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02 August 2023
No time to lose in race to address current ‘public health crisis’ for Australia’s youth
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12 July 2023
Cost of robust biosecurity measures must be shared equitably
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22 June 2023
Traditional values of fairness and authenticity must endure in the face of uncertainty and opposition
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01 June 2023
New job vacancies report a fresh reminder of need for increased focus on regional growth
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11 May 2023
National Volunteers Week, May 15 to 21: how can you help make a change for the better?
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30 March 2023
New research findings should drive informed, effective recruitment campaigns beyond our city limits.
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09 March 2023
No easy fix to healthcare concerns but long-term solutions may be closer to home than we think
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16 February 2023
Night out at the movies could be thing of the past without timely investment and support.
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27 January 2023
Agriculture is a land of opportunities, but is a long game super funds are currently reluctant to play.
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27 January 2023
National day as much about reflection as it is about celebrating success.
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11 January 2023
Annual insight into ag industry reveals stats and trends but also speaks to resilience, innovation of farmers
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15 December 2022
Primitive thinking risks stifling growth and development of rural communities
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24 November 2022
Stakes are high in race to bring feral animal populations down, and all landholders must play their part
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03 November 2022
New world of ESG has its challenges, but our agriculture industry can’t afford not to be on board
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13 October 2022
Challenges facing our nation need ‘everyday’ leaders to help show the way
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22 September 2022
Following a pathway to prosperity via rural and regional Australia
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02 September 2022
Value of regional field days can’t be underestimated as communities enjoy the financial and social spoils
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12 August 2022
University students provide insights on agriculture’s future and the role of leadership in maintaining industry momentum
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26 July 2022
Clear communication with consumers needed as supply chains struggle under recent challenges
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04 July 2022