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Budget 2024

Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics

Budget gives money for drought, climate relief and sheep, but farmers don’t want it

by New England Times Newsdesk with AAPMay 15, 2024

Fury over a ban on live sheep export by sea is unlikely to be eased by a series of packages to manage drought and boost the agriculture workforce.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health

Rural health still on life support after modest budget

by New England Times Newsdesk with AAPMay 15, 2024

Rural healthcare has received only a modest lifeline in the federal budget, despite the government’s grand vision for the future of Australia’s regions.

Posted inEducation, Federal Politics

Uni students waiting for more meaningful change in wake of proposed HECS changes

by Jack NivisonMay 8, 2024

University students will have a small portion of their HECS loans struck off as a result of the Labor Government’s expression of intent to reverse nearly $3 billion in student debt

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