Bush communications coalition calls for broadband monitoring to be expanded
The Regional, Rural and Remote Communications Coalition (RRRCC) is calling on all broadband users to consider volunteering to be a part of the ACCC’s Broadband Performance Monitoring Program. The Program will see consumers receive independent information about broadband speeds based on feedback from remote testing at more than 4000 households. Specifically, the Coalition is calling […]
Down-water project approval puts 650GL offset in sight
Ministers indicated that the package would achieve more than 600 gigalitres of down-water under the Sustainable Diversion Limit (SDL) adjustment mechanism. “Hopefully, the adaptive approach adopted will mean these projects could potentially derive the full 650GL of downwater offset that we have long been asking for,” Mr Gordon said. Mr Gordon said the most pleasing […]
Farmers say Finkel Review lights path for long-overdue national power conversation
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President Fiona Simson hopes the release of the Finkel Review today will create the opportunity for a productive, national conversation about where to from here for Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM). Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel presented his review of the NEM to the Prime Minister, State Premiers and Territory Chief […]
Crucial decision points loom for basin ministers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) is reminding Murray-Darling Basin Governments of the importance of key upcoming decisions on the implementation of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. NFF Vice President and Water Taskforce Chair Les Gordon said these key decision points had always been an integral part of the Basin Plan that was agreed to by the […]
Farmers & NRM Regions join forces in pursuit of shared vision for sustainable, profitable & productive farms
In Melbourne today, National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) President Fiona Simson and Natural Resource Management (NRM) Regions Australia Chair Angus Hume signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to officially recognise the organisations’ plans to collaborate. Ms Simson said the MoU aims to better connect the investment and initiatives managed by the agriculture industry with those managed […]
Murray-Darling Basin Ministers put words into action
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) Vice President Les Gordon has welcomed the Deputy Prime Minister’s release of the terms of reference for a project to independently analyse how Murray-Darling Basin Plan water recovery, through efficiency measures, could be carried out to ensure neutral or improved socio-economic outcomes. At their Ministerial Council meeting in March, Commonwealth Minister […]
Shelf life expansion for Aussie meat to UAE signals new opportunities for producers
Representatives of Australia’s cattle and sheepmeat producers have joined with the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) to welcome an expansion of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market for packaged meat which could be worth up to $60 million annually. The expansion is a result of successful negotiations by the Australian Government and industry with their UAE […]
Peru trade deal to build on TPP benefits
Beef, sheep meat, sugar, dairy, rice, grain and wine are among the industries that stand to benefit from a new trade deal between Australia and Peru. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the Government’s announcement today that talks are underway between the two countries to develop a free trade agreement (FTA). NFF President Fiona […]
Interim APVMA boss challenged to get performance back on track
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed the appointment of Dr Chris Parker as the interim Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). President Fiona Simson said Dr Parker’s experience made him a logical choice for the position. “Dr Parker has a unique mix of skills and experience having been […]
Orange a great regional pick for RIC
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed today’s announcement that the Government’s new Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) will be located in Orange, New South Wales. “It just make sense for an agency charged with administering concessional loans to farmers to be based in the regions where farm businesses operate,” NFF President Fiona Simson said. Announced […]