Submission to the National Transport Commission ‘Effective enforcement’
The NFF recommends an approach of enforcement that is consistent between jurisdictions, proportionate to the severity of the incident, and based on rules which are reasonable and easy to understand. DOWNLOAD PDF FILE
NFF response AEMC renewable energy zones discussion paper
The National Farmers Federation (NFF) welcomes the opportunity to prepare a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s discussion paper on renewable energy zones (REZs). Australia’s decentralising electricity system and continued uptake of large-scaled solar and wind technologies can provide opportunities for substantial rural and regional investment through REZs. Consistent with the NFF’s 2030 aspiration […]
Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority Board and Other Improvements) Bill 2019 [Provisions]
Australia’s farmers need a system of chemical regulation and registration that facilitates the introduction of new chemicals into the Australian market in a timely and cost-efficient manner, without compromising safeguards. The NFF supports the board and other improvements brought forward in this bill.
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Draft Regulations 2019
The NFF supports a nationally consistent approach to animal welfare regulation, underpinned by the animal welfare standards and guidelines process. Language in the draft regulations should be amended to be consistent with the livestock welfare standards and guidelines and Australian Animal Standards for Sheep.
NFF Response to discussion paper examining opportunities for further abatement
The National Farmers Federation (NFF) welcomes the invitation to prepare a submission to the Carbon Abatement Expert Panel discussion paper examining opportunities for further carbon abatement. In the transition towards a low carbon future, the farm sector will play a key role in reducing emissions consistent with the Paris Target Agreement. To view the full […]
(RRRCC) NBN Pricing Review Consultation Paper 2
The NBN project has the potential to deliver a multitude of economic and social benefits. Access to communications services has been proven to increase average household income and employment.2 Digital connectedness reduces costs,3 boosts productivity, and delivers better social engagement, health, and wellbeing. These benefits should be shared with all Australians. DOWNLOAD PDF FILE
Inquiry into the Provisions of the Right to Farm Bill 2019
The NFF has repeatedly called for governments to review, strengthen and harmonise trespass laws and procedures for enforcement. It has been highly encouraging to see several state governments, and the Commonwealth, recently moving to introduce new offences and increased penalties for trespass and related behaviour, including penalties that recognise the biosecurity risk created by unauthorised […]
Statutory consultation on regulations to amend the genetically modified (GM) food crops moratorium in South Australia
The NFF strongly supports the right of farmers to adopt the method of production best suited to their business needs, be that utilising GM, conventional, organic or any combination of these methods of production. We therefore support the proposed regulations, which will facilitate grower choice in mainland South Australia, promote investment in research and development […]
Statutory consultation on regulations to amend the genetically modified (GM) food crops moratorium in South Australia
The NFF strongly supports the right of farmers to adopt the method of production best suited to their business needs, be that utilising GM, conventional, organic or any combination of these methods of production. We therefore support the proposed regulations, which will facilitate grower choice in mainland South Australia, promote investment in research and development […]
Submission to the Productivity Commission Draft Report ‘Remote Area Tax Concessions and Payments’
The NFF recommends that the Zone Tax Offset and remote area concessions for Fringe Benefits Tax be maintained.