Macca shares his top tips for Lucerne survivability. From protecting the crown from damage to ensuring the crop doesn’t get “wet feet,” learn how to keep your paddock profitable. Plus, a look back at draining blocks by shovel in the South Burnett.
Regulars
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Denise’s Desk: New England Times Poll says one thing loudly — Voters want more than the same old story
New Englanders want results and relevance. With Labor dominant federally, the only candidate who can truly deliver for the region is an MP with access to power, influence, and a direct seat at the decision-making table. The answer may be changing.
Posted inRegulars, Something to Think About
IDPwD – A day of inclusion for some
RK Crosby writes that the International Day for People with Disabilities is all about inclusion, but some disabilities are left out.
Posted inRegulars, Social
Denise’s Desk: NSW Educational Pathways program is delivering exactly what young people need
Denise McHugh says the Educational Pathways Program shows that when we invest in vocational pathways early, students thrive.
Posted inRegulars, Social, Something to Think About
Stop trying to rip up the Armidale mall
RK Crosby has a different idea on what’s wrong with the Armidale mall, and it isn’t a lack of cars.
Posted inRegulars, Social, Something to Think About
New England can’t accept being one of NSW’s worst places for domestic violence
Dean Foley writes that in the New England, we don’t need a campaign to remind us that violence is a problem.
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Chaffey’s Corner: Last sitting week of the year
Jamie Chaffey recently met with Shanna Whan of Sober in the Country, attended the Dubbo Regional Sports Awards, and is concerned about Telstra outages and the Central West Orana REZ,
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: City Racing Gets the Glory While the Bush Gets the Bill
Denise McHugh says the Act review is a long overdue chance to fix a system that’s favoured the city while country clubs struggle. Racing NSW’s power has gone unchecked for too long, and regional racing deserves transparency and a fair go.
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Between Nation Building and Commercial Project
Siri Gamage says the debate over restoring the Armidale–Queensland rail line is trapped between nation-building ideals and commercial realities, urging governments to see it as vital regional infrastructure rather than a costly local project.
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Denise’s Desk: Barnaby Joyce’s Tamworth Fantasy: A Masterclass in Blame, Hypocrisy and Delusion”
Denise McHugh says Barnaby Joyce’s performance at the Tamworth Business Chamber’s State of the Nation forum was less a “vision” for regional Australia and more a foghorn blast of hypocrisy, denial, and political opportunism.