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TRIUMPHANT RETURNALFA announces return of BeefEx conference

The grain fed beef industry’s premier conference is making a comeback after a four-year hiatus, with the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association announcing the return of BeefEx this October.

Adam Poulsen

Esperance investment PremiumInvestments sought to develop future of Esperance

As tourism continues to grow in Esperance, Shire president Ian Mickel says the town now has the business elements and drive to attract investors in a diverse range of industries

Tegan Guthrie

HealthRural Australians urged to check skin

Skin cancer organisations are concerned dangerous melanoma are going undetected in regional areas.

Stephanie Gardiner

Virus latest CommentsPremiumCOVID cases dip as woman in her 40s dies

The State’s COVID cases have fallen to 4052 overnight as another West Aussie succumbed to the virus. 

Caitlyn Rintoul

BUSH LEGENDPremiumHow this ‘conservation king’ made a stand for WA’s bushland

At a crucial time in WA’s history when much of the State’s unique bushland could have been cleared forever, Peter Thorn helped drive a pioneering conservation movement that has left a lasting green legacy

Steve Butler

BURP TAXPremiumNew Zealand Government set to tax belching cattle and sheep

New Zealand is on track to become the first country in the world to tax farmers for emissions caused by belching cattle and sheep.

Adam Poulsen

CowPremiumPremiumNew Zealand plans to tax cow and sheep burps

New Zealand is planning to tax the burps of cows and sheep in a bid to cut the greenhouse gases produced by the nation.

much needed rainPremiumPremiumWet June brings 30-140mm to WA grain growing regions

A wet start to June has tipped multiple towns in WA’s grain growing regions into 200mm territory, with the past three week’s rainfall almost hitting triple digits in some areas as seeding wraps up.

CBH Member Forums PremiumPremiumCBH takes its member forums to the bush for the first time

CBH Group’s biggest bosses are hitting the road and bringing its member forum and popular cocktail party to the regions for the first time, with plans to hold both events in four towns in July and August.

TRIUMPHANT RETURNALFA announces return of BeefEx conference

The grain fed beef industry’s premier conference is making a comeback after a four-year hiatus, with the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association announcing the return of BeefEx this October.

Adam Poulsen

Train derailment PremiumGrain rail network back on track after derailment

WA’s grain rail network is back on track after a five-day interruption caused by a derailment just 500m from the centre of Wagin. 

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Foul PlayMUST WATCH: Explosive documentary exposes truth about Pinder

A new video series from The West Australian explores the rise and fall of Wildcats superstar Kendal ‘Tiny’ Pinder. Former teammates, coaches and his son reveal what went on behind the scenes. WATCH IT IN FULL

Daryna Zadvirna

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Corporate adviser accused of ‘fake’ LinkedIn credentials

Western suburbs businessman Anthony Torre, who has been accused of ripping off almost $2 million from clients, could be facing more legal action – this time for the alleged unauthorised use of a company name.

Emily Moulton

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‘A good, funny, happy guy’: Tributes after tragic accident

The worker who tragically lost his life after being dragged into a conveyor belt at a salt packaging facility in North Coogee has been described as a ‘top bloke’.

Briana Fiore

News

BURP TAXPremiumNew Zealand Government set to tax belching cattle and sheep

Adam Poulsen

much needed rainPremiumWet June brings 30-140mm to WA grain growing regions

Shannon Verhagen

TRIUMPHANT RETURNALFA announces return of BeefEx conference

Adam Poulsen

FOOD SECURITYPremiumAustralian food industry bodies form alliance

Adam Poulsen

Grain

much needed rainPremiumWet June brings 30-140mm to WA grain growing regions

Shannon Verhagen

CBH Member Forums PremiumCBH takes its member forums to the bush for the first time

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Train derailment PremiumGrain rail network back on track after derailment

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Conflict and WarRussia's grain blockade a war crime - EU

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Livestock

BURP TAXPremiumNew Zealand Government set to tax belching cattle and sheep

Adam Poulsen

CowPremiumNew Zealand plans to tax cow and sheep burps

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TRIUMPHANT RETURNALFA announces return of BeefEx conference

Adam Poulsen

ON FARMSpirits high in New Norcia after stellar start to seeding

Adam Poulsen

Wool

Sheep confidencePremiumSynergy found in mixed sheep and cropping enterprises

Bob Garnant

Shearer trainingPremiumAustralian Wool Innovation roundtable to discuss training

Bob Garnant

Shearer trainingPremiumShearer training a feature at WASIA annual meeting

Bob Garnant

Wool market Westcoast Wools tops at 1640 cents

Bob Garnant

Politics

BURP TAXPremiumNew Zealand Government set to tax belching cattle and sheep

Adam Poulsen

Catania quitsLabor not sure if it will contest by-election

Peter Law and Caitlyn Rintoul

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Popular Nationals MP announces shock resignation

Joe Spagnolo

AG MINISTER PremiumNew Ag Minister Murray Watt outlines plans for $81b sector

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Machinery

Tractor museumPremiumCarnamah’s Hal Walton given help for Tractor Museum

Bob Garnant

confidence risesTwo thirds of WA farmers looking to buy new machinery

Shannon Verhagen

Dealer awardsPremiumCase IH Dealer Awards honours best in 2021

Bob Garnant

Technician awardsJohn Deere Technician Awards back in 2022

Bob Garnant

Field Days

Gidgegannup Small Farm Field DayPremiumGidgegannup Small Farm Field Day blessed with sunny skies

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Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day a day for all

Jennifer Kent

Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day PremiumBrand new Olive Festival to launch at Gidgegannup

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Gidgegannup Small Farm Field DayPremiumLife on the land at Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day

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Horticulture

‘simply incorrect’PremiumWA Government hits back at farmers’ forest claims

EXCLUSIVE Shannon Verhagen

water rightsPremiumSouth West farmers slam forest mismanagement

EXCLUSIVE Shannon Verhagen

KEY PRIORITIESPremiumAustralian agriculture bodies lay priorities on the line

Adam Poulsen

‘no water, no food, no farmers’PremiumFears of over-regulation of water plague WA food bowl region

EXCLUSIVE Shannon Verhagen

Finance & Markets

FOOD SECURITYPremiumAustralian food industry bodies form alliance

Adam Poulsen

Beyond the SaleyardsWA cattle markets strong

Rob Kelly

BEYOND THE SALEYARDSPremiumSheep prices continue to fall

Rob Kelly

PRICE DROPRecord high Australian cattle prices pegged to drop

Adam Poulsen

Opinion

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McGowan’s bombshell native logging ban economic vandalism

Paul Murray

Paul Murray

OPINION Premium‘Climate action’ responsibility should be shared

Steve Martin

OPINION PremiumGPA launches new mental health initiative

Barry Large

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Rethink on royalty may help diversify economy

Stuart McKinnon

Country Communities

Fire BrigadePremiumWandering Bushfire Brigade gets two new firefighting tankers

Bob Garnant

ON FARMSpirits high in New Norcia after stellar start to seeding

Adam Poulsen

Film awardPremiumHomespun wins best web series at Paris film festival

Bob Garnant

New Distillery Couple’s big plans to open a distillery in Brookton

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