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.
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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.
Posted inEntertainment, Glen Innes, Tourism
Celtic Festival goes Scottish for 2023
A’richt lads n lassies! The annual Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes is on again, May 4-7, 2023, and this year they’re gaun Scots!
Posted inAgriculture
Australia’s cattle herd to reach largest size in nearly a decade
Meat and Livestock Australia says the nation’s cattle herd is on track to be the biggest in nearly a decade in 2023, thanks to producers successfully rebuilding their herds after years of drought.
Posted inAgriculture
$500k grants for food producer innovation
Australian producers and manufacturers can now apply for financial support to help them develop new market-leading products and sustainable processes and technologies.
Posted inAgriculture, Colly Blue
New cotton gin proposed for Liverpool Plains
A proposal to develop a new cotton gin at the corner of Wandobah Road and Coonabarabran Road at Yannergee, south of Gunnedah, has been put forward by the people who own Carrol Cotton.
Posted inBusiness, Crime, Guyra, Local News
Sudden closure of Little Black Duck leaves locals to pick up the pieces
After being open for less than two months, Guyra’s stylish new café, Little Black Duck Food Company, has suddenly closed its doors, reportedly leaving staff, suppliers and local property owners out of pocket.