Latest Rural Communities News

Growing concerns for rural communities as Cyclone Alfred advances inland
Drought declaration extended across three North Island and top of the South regions
Drought conditions declared across Taranaki
Supporting farmers to ‘meat’ global food demand
Rural communities in Québec are embracing ‘mushroom tourism’ to boost local economies
Food and Fibre sector set to break records
Supporting rural New Zealand: one year of action
University researchers to roll out disaster preparedness project
Green Climate Fund approves funding worth over $130 million for FAO-led projects in Somalia and Iraq
Workforce incentive relief ‘good news for rural communities’
Extra Government support for farmers and growers in Southland and parts of Otago
Enhanced regulations, community engagement for renewables projects
Land Managers Put Their Guard Up Against Wild Dogs
$400k in grants on the line for Queensland fishers to hook into
Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission board appointment announced
Miles Doing What Matters: Interim Food Farmers’ Commissioner appointed
Homes for Queenslanders: Delivering modular social homes across the state
“This Isn’t Leadership, It’s Surrender”
Northern and Central Queensland primary producer grants now open for flood and monsoon recovery
Inaugural National Biosecurity Week kicks off in Queensland
Three New Commissioners For Queensland Step Closer
20 Government actions free up the rural economy
Welcoming news of 3G shutdown delay for rural populations
Drought support increased for North Canterbury farmers
Ekka Ag-tacular Kicks Off With Bang
AgTrends Show Sector To Boom In 2024-25
New package of drought support measures to help our rural communities
Gillnet fishers given more time to apply for share of payments 
Have your say on the future of aquaculture in Queensland
More support for drought-affected communities
Queensland Steps Up Fight Against Varroa Mite
South-East Queensland All Set For Jungle Perch Rumble
Miles Government supports cane growers impacted by Mossman Mill closure to crush 2024 crop
Funding Boost for Rural Support Trusts
Budget boost for Queensland’s critical primary production
$36 million commitment for local catchment groups
$43 million commitment for local catchment groups
Cattle monitoring goes next level with artificial intelligence
Country Mayors Demand Change – 24 Recommendations Submitted
Palliative Medicine Institute needed to address care gaps for rural communities
Gunnedah submission calls for 11 recommendations to address regional crime
Over 30K For Community Organisations In Flynn
Strengthening Communities In Parkes Electorate
Turf Industry responds to Ministers statement linking the origins of the Oakey infestation to a turf farm
Gillnet-free zones put Gulf fisheries on track for more sustainable future
Federal funding for 58 projects to help local groups rebuild their regions
Tougher dangerous dog laws put the bite on irresponsible owners
Fall Armyworm Takes Stage At National Symposium