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June 28, 2024

Croppers’ battle with La Niña continues

WITH sowing a bit hit and miss throughout the country this season, Rabobank reports that Aussie farmers are expected to plant 23.55 million hectares...

June 28, 2024

A natural setting with bush and coast to enjoy

The Bellbrae hinterland has much to offer those looking to live more sustainably in a natural environment close to the Great Ocean Road and...

June 28, 2024

Pink Tag weaning to offer a premium

THERE has been plenty of debate in the cattle industry about the weaning process and benefits of stress-tolerant livestock, and now Elders have backed...

June 28, 2024

Buyers lean towards taking the plunge

Many new home buyers are still sitting on the fence when it comes to buying a block to build. Although, as interest rates stabilise...

June 28, 2024

A beautiful home in every respect

When we look for homes that truly reflect the traditional coastal streetscape character of our seaside villages, they are becoming few and far between. One...

June 28, 2024

A helping hand to young Aussies looking for a career in Ag

THE agricultural industry is struggling to find workers, especially those with the knowledge and passion to make a go of it on the land. It's...

June 21, 2024

Otway hinterland oasis

Many people dream of an acreage getaway, whether it be for some time away from the urban hustle and bustle, or a permanent residence...

June 21, 2024

Designer beachside entertainer metres from the beach and town

Looking for the best of both worlds in Ocean Grove's most sought-after residential street? Bellarine Property's listing at 115 The Terrace not only offers a...

June 21, 2024

Ambitious housing target hits regulatory roadblocks

Immigration and housing targets have become a political football as the National Housing Accord target of 1.2 million new homes by 2029 looks to...

June 14, 2024

Sampler drones making life easier for identifying invasive species safely

DRONES are becoming a part of everyday life and Ag is no different. Some are intrusive, or in your space with malicious intent, but...

June 14, 2024

Boosting winter growth

FARMERS have experienced a scratchy sowing season as conditions remain dryer than normal leading into winter. North of the Hamilton Highway seems worse for cereal...

June 14, 2024

Timeless appeal and affordable comfort in the north

Corio is one of Geelong's largest and most diverse suburbs, spreading to the north edge of Geelong, west into residential areas and along the...

June 14, 2024

As land sales falter, could Geelong’s softer market stimulate buyers?

Geelong land sales falter as buyers take a cautious approach, holding little faith in the predictions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) after...

June 14, 2024

Living large, contemporary country town excellence

Winchelsea has become the place to be, especially for young families looking for room to grow. Larger lots with a decent size backyard, schools, top-notch...

June 14, 2024

Farm safety on the front foot

THE Victorian Farmers Federation's Making our Farms Safer project (VFF MOFS) will continue to run until 2025 after receiving a $600,000 grant from the...

June 6, 2024

Tactical AGA Mt Duneed host evening pasture walk

LOCAL farmers were back at Mt Duneed last week to take a pasture walk at Tactical AGA demonstration site in Dickens Road, where growers...

May 31, 2024

New land sales stumble as life gets in the way

Life just seems to be getting in the way when it comes to buyers looking to build. The confidence in building new homes is a...

May 31, 2024

Rental stock tumbles amid investor exodus

Landlords have had a target on their head for some time now as their rights slowly diminish, compounded by the fact they are constantly...

May 31, 2024

Year-round entertainer

Lorne continues to be the premier coastal resort town on the Surf Coast, loved by locals, and the preferred holiday destination for many. Owning a...

May 24, 2024

Popular high-profile car wash site changes hands

One of the region's most popular and high-profile car wash sites has being sold to a Melbourne investor after battling it out with a...

May 24, 2024

Underinsurance poses a risk of going broke

Insurance - most people have it, rarely use it, but in times of crisis, rely on it. During some of the most testing times in...

May 24, 2024

Country charm with endless opportunity

Warrion's peaceful rural location sometimes see it overlooked as a residential opportunity as it's a little of the beaten track, but this community is...

May 17, 2024

Timeless design in a prime locale

Barwon Heads boasts a diverse range of homes from seaside holiday shacks to grand family homes, and when a grand home comes to market...

May 17, 2024

Devious scammers dupe homebuyers

With scammers invading most corners of our online lives, more sophisticated fraudsters are now targeting homebuyers by intercepting email communication at time of settlement,...