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Government Seeks Feedback on Right to Repair Reforms
The Federal Government is seeking feedback on proposed Right to Repair reforms aimed at improving access to machinery repair information for farmers and independent workshops.
Jess Dempster
May 251 min read


Coalition Pushes to Double Fuel Reserves
The Federal Coalition has unveiled a plan to more than double Australia’s minimum fuel reserves, as concerns grow over the nation’s exposure to global supply disruptions.
Dan Crouch
Apr 301 min read


Changes Announced to Support Farmers Amid Supply Pressures
The Federal Government has announced a series of measures aimed at supporting farmers facing ongoing supply and cost pressures.
Jess Dempster
Apr 11 min read


Coalition Launches Platform to Report Regional Fuel Shortages
The Coalition has launched a new online platform to track fuel shortages across regional Australia.
The website, nofuelhere.com.au, allows users to report local supply issues and provides a direct line of contact to their local members of parliament.
Dan Crouch
Mar 251 min read


Global Turbulence Exposes Risks for Australian Grain Supply
Australian grain producers are facing rising uncertainty as global conflicts threaten access to key farm inputs.
Grain Producers Australia Chair Barry Large says recent military action in the Middle East has laid bare Australia’s reliance on international supply chains.
Jess Dempster
Mar 61 min read


Australian Farmers Urge Government to Hold Firm in EU Trade Talks
Australia’s peak farm body is warning the Federal Government not to compromise agricultural interests as negotiations on an Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement enter a critical phase in Brussels.
Jess Dempster
Feb 101 min read


SA Nationals Demand Clarity on Firearms Buyback Costs
The South Australian Nationals are calling on Premier Peter Malinauskas to clarify the financial impact of Labor’s proposed national firearms buyback on South Australians.
Jess Dempster
Feb 101 min read


NFF Responds to New Firearms Legislation
The National Farmers Federation has issued a statement following the passage of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026 in Parliament on Wednesday night, saying it supports reforms aimed at improving safety, including stronger background checks and measures against 3D-printed firearms.
Jess Dempster
Jan 291 min read


Ley Slams Mobile Coverage Failures After 3G Shutdown in Regional Australia
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has labelled the state of mobile phone coverage in regional Australia a “disgrace”, following the shutdown of the 3G network and ongoing black spots across major rural transport routes.
Jess Dempster
Jan 52 min read


Opposition Leader Sussan Ley Condemns Murray-Darling Water Buybacks as ‘Devastating’ for Regional Communities
In a recent interview on FlowFM, Federal Opposition Leader Sussan Ley strongly criticised the Albanese Government’s latest round of water buybacks from the Murray-Darling Basin, warning the move will damage regional economies while failing to deliver the environmental benefits.
Jess Dempster
Jan 52 min read


Farmers to Gain Greater Control Over Machinery Repairs as Right-to-Repair Laws Extend to Agriculture
Australian farmers are set to gain far greater control over how they repair their machinery following a landmark update to right-to-repair legislation.
Jess Dempster
Jan 52 min read


Nationals Scrap Net Zero Target
The National Party has officially abandoned its commitment to net zero emissions, following a unanimous party room decision on Sunday.
Jess Dempster
Nov 3, 20251 min read


Federal Government backs climate-smart farming
The Albanese Labor Government is investing over $16 million to support climate-smart farming initiatives across the country.
Jess Dempster
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Driving SA’s forest trucks to net zero
In other news, the South Australian government is investing $200,000 towards the Decarbonising the Freight Task – Driving to Net Zero...
Staff Writers
Jul 7, 20252 min read


NSW Budget - farmers happy with ag boost but say more is still needed
NSW Farmers has welcomed the funding allocated to the ag sector in the state budget, but say more is still needed to secure a brighter future for the state's farming sector.
press348
Jun 30, 20252 min read


VFF calls for improved wild dog control as drought "bites"
The VFF is is calling for the Victorian Government to urgently strengthen wild dog management programs - particularly in the North-West of the state and where non-lethal controls have failed to protect livestock.
press348
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Jamestown Apex Club rolls up sleeves for drought-stricken farmers in South Australia with marquee event
A community organisation in South Australia is going above and beyond to ensure demoralised farmers in the state enjoy the spirit of the...
Ellis Gelios
Dec 10, 20242 min read


Latest geopolitical climate facilitates opportunities for Australia's beef exports in key Asian market
As Australia's beef trade navigates the final stages of a lean year, 2025 may present significant opportunities for the nation's beef...
Ellis Gelios
Nov 28, 20241 min read


One week until farmers rally in Canberra
Farmers and supporters are being urged to get ready to make history in Canberra at the National Farmer Rally next week. National Farmers’...
Flow Australia
Sep 3, 20242 min read


Victorians could bankroll Scotland's Commonwealth Games
Victorian taxpayers could be set to foot the bill for Scotland to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games using compensation money from dumping...
Flow Australia
Sep 1, 20242 min read
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