Not even Genghis Khan could withhold a rate reduction as reserve bank drops base rate to 3.6%
Following the disappointment of 97% of financial commentators at the previous RBA meeting in July when they assured a rate cut was imminent, The Reserve Bank has relented at its August board meeting today and delivered the third interest rate cut of 2025, with a 0.25 percentage point reduction in the base rate. The base […]
Young ag leadership award finalists will set the stage at Royal Adelaide Show
The National Rural Ambassador Award contested by representatives from each state will be announced in September at the Royal Adelaide Show Australia’s brightest emerging agricultural leaders are gearing up for the National Rural Ambassador Award finals in September, where the future of rural leadership will take centre stage at the Royal Adelaide Show. This prestigious competition, […]
AgriTourism Summit explores the power of opening farm gates for paying visitors
The highly anticipated second annual AgriTourism Summit searches for more ways farm operations can increase revenue while welcoming visitors Currently running in the vibrant Orange NSW region from 12 to 13 August 2025 with expert speakers and hands-on learning experiences, the dedicated AgriTourism Summit bringing together farmers, government leaders, and changemakers to explore the power […]
Chicken breeders industry looks to the future with a highly experienced CEO posting
The Australian Chicken Growers’ Council (ACGC) has announced the appointment of Mr David Inall as its Chief Executive Officer, bringing more than three decades of leadership experience across the agricultural and grocery sectors, positioning the ACGC to navigate upcoming industry challenges and opportunities. Owen Shaw, Chairman of ACGC, said the timing of David’s arrival is […]
O’Connors adds its might to the CNH badge consolidation with dealer acquisition
The New Holland badge is being integrated into the Super dealer network of O’Connors through a takeover of the Bellevue Machinery yards For the very first time, O’Connors will be selling New Holland models alongside their famed sister stable Case IH models. O’Connors powers up its dealer footprint with the acquisition of New Holland dealerships […]
Canegrowers on display to showcase the sweet side of sugar industry
Make sure you take a look at the Canegrowers stand at EKKA where a set of headphones takes you into the daily life of a grower Sugarcane will take centre stage at the Royal Queensland Show (EKKA) from 9 to 17 August at the Brisbane Showgrounds, with CANEGROWERS on hand to give visitors a first-hand […]
Cotton Grower of the Year awards for 2025 show depth of talent
The cotton industry awards were announced at the Awards Dinner during the Cotton Collective 2025 held in Toowoomba QLD The awards night for Cotton growers was well timed, with production for season 2024-25 estimated to increase by 12% to 1.2 million tonnes, driven by the 10% rise to 519,000/ha of ground planted and expected near-record […]
Murdoch University veterinary school to undergo a $100 million rebuild
A $100 million gift from Ted Powell will fund a transformational and expanded veterinary training and research facility at Murdoch Murdoch University’s iconic veterinary school will undergo a complete rebuild with a recent $100 million gift, especially for the veterinary program to be doubled from 100 to 200 participants. The existing School will be replaced […]
Financial hardship support from telcos missing the mark for rural customers
A report released today by the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) finds telcos are failing to consistently support customers in financial hardship and, in some cases, are unintentionally causing or making financial stress worse. Read the embargoed report here The report, ‘Keeping connected: Experiences of telco consumers in financial hardship,’ is informed by a review of […]
AgriFutures Rice panel is set to shape the future of rice growing
AgriFutures Australia has formed the Rice Research Development and Extension (RD&E) panel to drive forward a successful growing strategy The Rice RD&E Panel marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the Australian rice industry, as this strategic advisory group is designed to guide research, innovation and investment moving forward. This Panel could greatly assist […]