As temperatures rise in Australia, snake experts are warning residents to be wary of the slithery visitors to their homes. With the arrival of the snake season, residents are being urged not to approach the reptile but leave it to the professionals by calling a snake...
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Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish Seasons Close 1 September
With spring approaching, recreational fishers are reminded that the Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish seasons close on 1 September 2026.Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Program Leader, Fish Stocking and Enhancement Operations, Jim...
Practical Approach Needed on Phosphine Exposure Limits
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan is calling for a practical, evidence-based approach to proposed workplace exposure limits for phosphine, an essential tool used by grain growers and the storage industry to protect stored grain from insect pests and...
Beekeepers Feel the Sting as Government Help Stalls
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has slammed the State Government for failing to act as a new mutant, treatment resistant Varroa mite devastates the state’s beekeeping sector. The MP warned the crisis now threatens food security, regional jobs and a $12.9...
Drought Set to Worsen – MP Calls for Early Assistance
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has called on the NSW Government to commence work on preparing assistance packages for primary producers in parts of the Northern Tablelands, citing recent figures predicting intensifying drought in the region as Spring...
Grain Producer Groups Join Forces on National Advocacy Through MoU Signing
GrainGrowers has signed Memorandums of Understanding with NSW Farmers and Grain Producers SA (GPSA), strengthening collaboration between the groups on key issues impacting growers. Under the agreements, the organisations will share information, collaborate, and...
Northern Tablelands Region to Get Drier
The NSW Combined Drought Indicator shows that approximately 37% of NSW is in one of the Drought Affected categories as of 31 July. Rainfall variability continues to create contrasting seasonal conditions in NSW, with strong recovery in some regions and ongoing drought...
Local Stud Shines at Brisbane Show
The accolades continue to be received for local beef studs with another being recognised at the Royal QLD Show. Jono and Robyn Elphick from Sunnyside Wagyu near Gum Flat claimed 1st Place in Class 39D – Taste Off, the Fullblood/Purebred Wagyu Challenge at the 2026 RNA...
4 Way Charolais Mixes It with the Best
An Inverell farming operation have taken on the world and come away with several victories at the World Charolais Congress at the Brisbane Ekka on Saturday. David Whitechurch from 4 Ways Charolais entered their 3-year-old female cow 4 Ways Koko and claimed her Class...


