The sluggish performance of a government regulator based in Armidale is being blamed for creating a looming productivity drought for the nation’s farmers.
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Posted inBusiness, Feature, Local News, Science and Research
Costs, staff shortages holding back local business
Business confidence across the New England and North West has lifted slightly, but local operators warn rising costs, skill shortages and red tape are choking productivity and holding back growth.
Posted inAgriculture, Inverell
Broken down and locked out: Machinery costs fuel right to repair debate
Local farmer joins NSW Farmers’ push for right to repair laws to cover agricultural machinery- saving time and cost.
Posted inBusiness, Competitions and free stuff, Walcha
Walcha brews up first-ever Regional Latte Art Smackdown
Walcha is set to put itself firmly on the coffee map this month, with the town preparing to host the first-ever Regional Latte Art Smackdown on Tuesday, September 24.
Posted inAwards, Tourism, Uralla
Get your votes in – The Bolt Inn nominated for AHA NSW People’s Choice Best Pub 2025
Uralla’s beloved The Bolt Inn is lighting up local spirits yet again, being named a finalist in the 2025 AHA NSW People’s Choice Best Pub awards.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
New crop of Nuffield Drought Resilience Scholars announced
A new cohort of 5 Nuffield Drought Resilience Scholars will help further research into drought resilience, fostering Australia’s commitment to climate-smart agriculture and international collaboration in addressing drought challenges.
Posted inAgriculture, Glen Innes
Farmers’ health, safety and wellbeing in the spotlight at Glen Innes Fit Farmers Event
Farmers and rural community members are invited to attend an informal evening focused on physical, mental and financial health this Thursday.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Farmers welcome reports of Government rethink on super tax
Two of Australia’s peak organisations representing farmers have welcomed reports today the Federal Government has hit pause and is considering changes on its proposed superannuation tax.
Posted inAgriculture, Moree
New England grain growers urged to give feedback at growers meeting
Grain growers are being urged to attend an upcoming grower meeting to discuss issues around grains research and development, levy rates and reviews, and the impact on local growers.
Posted inAgriculture, Delungra
Mental health in the shearing industry takes centre stage at Delungra Shear4Life
Rural communities are coming together in Delungra on Saturday, September 13, to shine a spotlight on the mental health crisis affecting shearers and shed workers.