Australia has fully lifted a ban on US beef imports as it tries to soften the blow of US tariffs without putting the nation’s biosecurity at risk.
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Posted inBusiness, Uralla
Double victory for The Bolt Inn confirms its must-go reputation
The Bolt Inn has been voted Best Pub in the New England, adding to the Best Restaurant already on their mantle – just one year after reopening.
Posted inAgriculture, Awareness Events, Mental Health
Farmsafe warns of mental health impact of burnout and near misses
As National Farm Safety Week continues, Farmsafe is highlighting the link between burnout, situational distress, and the often-unseen mental health risks in farming.
Posted inAgriculture, Good News, Youth
Future strong for farming with new leaders and support for young farmers
Five young rural leaders have been awarded NSW Farmers Tertiary Scholarships as the organisation’s annual conference ushered in a new leadership team and renewed focus on the next generation of agriculture.
Posted inAgriculture, Gunnedah, Technology
The latest in ag tech comes to grain
SPAA and GRDC are leading Grain Automate Alley, showcasing tools, technology and training to help Australian farmers embrace the future.
Posted inArmidale, Business
East Armidale Store serves up another win
East Armidale Store, a go-to for locals craving classic takeaway favourites, has bon Best Take Away Food for the second year.
Posted inAgriculture, Expos, conferences and meetings
NSW Farmers conference underway in Sydney
Farmers from all corners of NSW will meet in Sydney this week to discuss critical issues such as the future of farming and the energy transition. NSW Farmers’ Chief Executive Annabel Johnson said the NSW Farmers’ Annual Conference […]
Posted inBusiness, Inverell
Oldest is the best when it comes to dentists
Finding a good dentist can be tough – but this year Inverell Dental Services has plenty of reasons to smile, taking out the Best Dentist for the Best in the New England 2025.
Posted inBusiness, Walcha
Darks Plumbing takes the win – and Facebook – by storm
After a groundswell of community support during Best in the New England voting yesterday, Darks Plumbing Walcha has taken out the title of Best Plumber, and their very first Facebook post was to share the good news.
Posted inAgriculture, Awareness Events, Mental Health
NSW records highest farm deaths as safety campaign calls for cultural change
New South Wales recorded more farm fatalities than any other state in 2024, with 19 lives lost, as part of a nationwide surge in on-farm deaths detailed in the 2025 Safer Farms Report released today.