Gwydir Shire farmer Martin Murray has called out the unfairness of only 11 local government areas being included in the recently announced Farms of the Future grant program.
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Posted inAgriculture, Armidale
APVMA CEO ‘on leave’ until inquiry complete
The CEO of the Armidale based public service agency APVMA has taken extended leave and has been replaced by an executive from the Department of Agriculture while an independent review of the organisation is completed.
Posted inAgriculture
First national farmer wellbeing survey
Australia’s first National Farmer Wellbeing Survey has been launched by NFF in partnership with Norco.
Posted inAgriculture, Armidale, Federal Politics
APVMA “private urination” referred to police
Police will be brought into investigate the behaviour of staff of an Armidale based federal government agency following claims a staff member was urinated on.
Posted inAgriculture, NSW Votes 2023
NSW Farmers brings Regional Debate to Armidale
NSW Farmers Regional Debate Series brings senior politicians to Armidale next Tuesday to debate regional issues ahead of the state election.
Posted inAgriculture
More support needed for sheep and goat eID
NSW Farmers is calling for a substantial investment from the state and federal governments to make their livestock traceability reform achievable and affordable for farmers.
Posted inBusiness, Indigenous
Have your say on Aboriginal Procurement Policy
The NSW Aboriginal Procurement Policy, which seeks to boost the number of government contacts going to companies owned by Indigenous people, is currently under review.
Posted inArmidale, Tourism
Work begins on Dumaresq Dam redevelopment
The recreation area at Dumaresq Dam will be closed for 6 months while it undergoes a dramatic transformation to a modern tourist area.
Posted inAgriculture, Energy, Investigation, Walcha
Local farmers take long term view in supporting Winterbourne Wind at Walcha
The Winterbourne Wind Farm will be a boon for Walcha, a local farming family says, by ameliorating climate change and offering new income for the town that relies heavily on agriculture.
Posted inBusiness, Gunnedah
Grants for new business ideas in Gunnedah
Gunnedah Shire businesses with a fresh idea are encouraged to apply for Round 3 of the Business Partner Program.