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Ag research soldiers on

Ag research soldiers on

Ag research projects will continue to go ahead in spite of coronavirus, with some modifications in terms of work practices.

Big Red Bash fast forwards a year

Big Red Bash fast forwards a year

It was inevitable after the Diamantina Shire Council announced it was closing its borders for the winter tourist season but today the organisers of the the Birdsville Big Red Bash announced that the 2020 event would not be going ahead.

Further firearms anger as categories left out of exemption

Further firearms anger as categories left out of exemption

Farming and shooting lobby groups are hopeful that the debacle over industry access to firearms and ammunition, still simmering since it was discovered that various categories had been omitted from government alterations, will soon be resolved.

Roma to host the only country racing meeting this weekend

Roma to host the only country racing meeting this weekend

Racing Queensland doing its best to keep the sport alive.

Big Red Bash fast forwards a year

Big Red Bash fast forwards a year

It was inevitable after the Diamantina Shire Council announced it was closing its borders for the winter tourist season but today the organisers of the the Birdsville Big Red Bash announced that the 2020 event would not be going ahead.

US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

Rural Funds Management wins big payout after last year's share market assault by US share market short seller Bonitas Research.

Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what's been happening and what people are talking about around the agribusiness traps

Carpentaria pushes for state approval for shire closure

Carpentaria pushes for state approval for shire closure

After a week in operation, the Carpentaria Shire Council has moved to address concerns arising from its closure of all roads into and out of the shire.

Elders Show Must Go On Angus Sale tops at $20,000

Elders Show Must Go On Angus Sale tops at $20,000

Angus bulls sell to $20,000 while females reach $19,000 during online sale tonight.

US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

Rural Funds Management wins big payout after last year's share market assault by US share market short seller Bonitas Research.

Roma to host the only country racing meeting this weekend

Roma to host the only country racing meeting this weekend

Racing Queensland doing its best to keep the sport alive.

Carpentaria pushes for state approval for shire closure

Carpentaria pushes for state approval for shire closure

After a week in operation, the Carpentaria Shire Council has moved to address concerns arising from its closure of all roads into and out of the shire.

Further firearms anger as categories left out of exemption

Further firearms anger as categories left out of exemption

Farming and shooting lobby groups are hopeful that the debacle over industry access to firearms and ammunition, still simmering since it was discovered that various categories had been omitted from government alterations, will soon be resolved.

Elders Show Must Go On Angus Sale tops at $20,000

Elders Show Must Go On Angus Sale tops at $20,000

Angus bulls sell to $20,000 while females reach $19,000 during online sale tonight.

Sugar industry says water charge reset needed

Sugar industry says water charge reset needed

Water charges must be based on capacity to pay says the sugar industry.

Track your herd from home

Track your herd from home

Moovement have launched solar powered GPS ear tags for cattele

Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what's been happening and what people are talking about around the agribusiness traps

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'I made it for 80 people, not 80,000': footy club's hilarious video goes viral

'I made it for 80 people, not 80,000': footy club's hilarious video goes viral

The Grasshoppers' senior joint coach Shaune "Spider" Moloney was the star of the clip, which has reached more than 80,000 people on Facebook.

Working from home? Pop the kettle on and take these tips onboard.

Working from home? Pop the kettle on and take these tips onboard.

It's Sunday night. You've got another week of working from the bedroom ahead. We're here to help.

Clearwater offers development opportunity | Video

Clearwater offers development opportunity | Video

The 1300 hectare Glenmorgan property Clearwater will be auctioned by Colliers International on April 24.

Khancoban on the market for $2.4 million

Khancoban on the market for $2.4 million

Stand out New England property Khancoban is on the market for $2.4 million.

We've lent our trusted voice to virus safety message

We've lent our trusted voice to virus safety message

The front pages of newspapers across Australia carry a powerful plea

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US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

US short seller ordered to pay $900,000 after nasty Rural Funds hit

Rural Funds Management wins big payout after last year's share market assault by US share market short seller Bonitas Research.

Agribusiness buzz in brief

Agribusiness buzz in brief

A quick look at what's been happening and what people are talking about around the agribusiness traps

Quads, side-by-sides nearly 30 per cent of farm deaths

Quads, side-by-sides nearly 30 per cent of farm deaths

58 people lost their lives in on-farm accidents in 2019, down from 68 cases in 2018.

Ground rules for farm data

Ground rules for farm data

The National Farmers Federation have released a Farm Data Code aimed at protecting farmer data

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$130b 'job keeper' program to keep people in work

$130b 'job keeper' program to keep people in work

The move has been welcomed by unions, business leaders but clarity is still sought on eligibility.

Dempsey set to return in Bundaberg

Dempsey set to return in Bundaberg

Bundaberg, Gympie, Fraser Coast and South Burnett local government election count continues.

Golder leading in Maranoa and McVeigh to retain Western Downs

Golder leading in Maranoa and McVeigh to retain Western Downs

Local government election count progressing in the Maranoa and Western Downs.

Counting begins across the Wide Bay-Burnett

Counting begins across the Wide Bay-Burnett

Gympie Regional Council Mayor Mick Curran looks set to be ousted by Glen Hartwig in the race for mayor.

Commanding lead for Antonio in Toowoomba mayoral race

Commanding lead for Antonio in Toowoomba mayoral race

Paul Antonio leading in Toowoomba, Vic Pennisi the front-runner in Southern Downs and Greg Christensen leading in Scenic Rim.

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Lea's independence vital

Lea's independence vital

Lea Ahearn didn't ever think that one-day she would need support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Reaching out for the love of the bush

Reaching out for the love of the bush

She's largely unfunded but Kerri Brennan has just undertaken a mammoth trip through western and southern Queensland on her own time to share knowledge learnt from her Buy From the Bush Queensland initiative.

Colonial defence force honoured in Brisbane march

Colonial defence force honoured in Brisbane march

The proud ability that Queenslanders have always had for self-reliance was commemorated on Sunday with a unique ceremonial mounted parade.

Porter and Wood tables a legacy to be proud of

Porter and Wood tables a legacy to be proud of

Porter and wood is the story of a country boy who gets "the best of both worlds".

Friday funny: Mort & Co 'Git Up'

Friday funny: Mort & Co 'Git Up'

Mort & Co has released a video of its Grassdale feedlot employees doing the 'Git Up' challenge.

Connie parks up in Qantas airpark

Connie parks up in Qantas airpark

It took a few winches, a number of tugs and plenty of deep breaths, but the third aircraft attraction at the Qantas Founders Museum has been moved to its permanent display position under the recently completed airpark roof in Longreach.

Medway train crash remembered

Medway train crash remembered

If the Midlander passenger train had been running on time 60 years ago on February 26, 1960, five siblings on board would not be alive to tell their story of one of Queensland's worst rail disasters.

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Virus highlights value of dams, roads, rail, ports - and farmers

Virus highlights value of dams, roads, rail, ports - and farmers

In this week's The Gauge, Tom Marland says agriculture can light the path to not only economic recovery but long-term economic sustainability.

Tough discussions not new to ag - they're what make us us!

Tough discussions not new to ag - they're what make us us!

The power of advocacy has achieved desired outcomes for agriculture.

Paradise Dam report fails to steady agriculture boat

Paradise Dam report fails to steady agriculture boat

Further investigations are required to meet water security expectations.

Sugar industry focuses on keeping businesses running | Opinion

Sugar industry focuses on keeping businesses running | Opinion

Without compromising human health, the sugar industry is focused on keeping the businesses running that generate employment and income for the economy.

Putting an ounce of prevention in place

Putting an ounce of prevention in place

It is vital for the horticulture industry to gain a clear understanding of our future labour demand.

Business as usual for Qld's dairy farmers

Business as usual for Qld's dairy farmers

QDO thanks members for maintaining normalcy.

Hold the pangolin - give 'em beef

Hold the pangolin - give 'em beef

If there is a silver lining to be gleaned from the scourge of COVID-19, it could be for a premium protein producer like Australia.

In tough times agriculture must stand together

In tough times agriculture must stand together

Queensland's ag sector has an essential role to play in supporting our state and nation.

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Sales become a coronavirus victim

Sales become a coronavirus victim

Coronavirus has caused the postponement of the Capricornia Yearling Sales, which were to be held this weekend.

Monto remembers the Russells

Monto remembers the Russells

Ken Russell was a household name in Australian racing before his death in 1993 and Monto remembers him and his dad.

Racing into the coronavirus pandemic

Racing into the coronavirus pandemic

The racing industry could lose millions of dollars because of restrictions meant to halt the spread of coronavirus.

Popular picnic races cancelled

Popular picnic races cancelled

Popular picnic race meets due to take place in the next six weeks, including Goondiwindi, Roma and Dalby, have all been called off due to coronavirus.

Rocky flyer in quest for the Jewel

Rocky flyer in quest for the Jewel

Tough three-year-old filly Lepreezy could be a real force in the $300,000 QTIS Jewel at the Gold Coast on March 14.

Coronavirus impact widens

Coronavirus impact widens

The Somerset Regional Council and Racing Queensland have acted on government advice to postpone or limit access to several key events.

Dalby to host the Newmarket Handicap

Dalby to host the Newmarket Handicap

Key Darling Downs stables have accepted with horses for the Dalby Newmarket and Lightning Handicap.

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RQ to introduce designated racing regions

RQ to introduce designated racing regions

Phillip Bate analyses news from the Queensland racing scene.

Farnan continues Queensland's Slipper links

Farnan continues Queensland's Slipper links

Phillip Bate analyses news from the Queensland racing scene.

Campdrafting events cancelled nationwide until May

Campdrafting events cancelled nationwide until May

Camprafting events across the nation have been cancelled to minimise the risk of spreading coronavirus.

Brisbane Grammar breaks Head of the River drought

Brisbane Grammar breaks Head of the River drought

After a 13 year drought, the Brisbane Grammar School first VIII has won the 2020 Brisbane GPS Head of the River pennant in a tight race at Wyaralong Dam last Saturday.

State-wide patron-free racing restrictions

State-wide patron-free racing restrictions

Phillip Bate analyses news from the Queensland racing scene.