Red meat reform to deliver single voice for businesses
THE Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC) has just released a White Paper which will revolutionise the sector and establish a powerful organising force for...
Bee grant to optimise pollination practices
KEY crops will receive a pollination boost under a new research project that investigates novel technology and practices for optimising pollination in protected cropping...
Picturesque Colac Otway district property
With many farmers and lifestylers now looking to the Otway region for water security and peace of mind, areas like Barwon Downs, Yeodene and Gerangamete are on the...
Are your animals fit for transport?
NEW animal welfare signage reminding producers, agents and transporters that livestock must be ‘fit for transport’ will soon be in place at all Victorian...
Does your dog work harder than the rest?
DOES your dog have what it takes to be crowned Australia’s hardest working dog? Put it to the test by nominating it for the...
Is rentvesting the key to getting on the property ladder?
Under current market conditions, purchasing a home in idealistic locations can prove quite tricky, especially for first home buyers. Rentvesting is becoming increasingly popular and...
Great two-storey coastal entertainer hits Quay market
Located in a quiet street in the popular Quay Estate, McCartney Real Estate’s recent listing of 13 Wave Crescent Torquay offers a coastal lifestyle...
Porter Davis sees strong demand for new builds in Armstrong Creek
Armstrong Creek is the third most popular suburb for new builds in Victoria, according to Porter Davis Homes. Data from the HIA award-winning builder revealed...
Live the lifestyle dream by the bay
Curlewis has grown in recent years to become a vibrant young community that attracts families, retirees and investors who understand the potential of this...
Early season promise lifts spirits in Victoria’s farm sector
THE arrival of a highly anticipated and much needed autumn break has lifted the spirits of farmers across much of Victoria, with sentiment in...
Another dimension to our biosecurity system
A 3D x-ray unit is now in place permanently at Melbourne Airport to protect and grow our $11 billion horticultural industries from passengers bringing...
What is a Carbon Project Developer, and, do I need one?
THESE questions and more will be answered at the National Carbon Farming Conference & Expo, held August 5-8 in Albury. Many people are interested in...
Essence of the Torquay lifestyle on offer with Salt Stage 2
The much-awaited 24-lot Stage 2 release of Victoria’s most sustainable estate has just been launched by hockingstuart Torquay. Salt Torquay, overlooking the world-famous surfing mecca...
GET THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS at JETTY NORTH
Clifton Springs newest boutique estate has come to market with the release of 14 exclusive lots in Stage 1. This is your opportunity to secure...
Timeless elegance on Carr Street
The perfect holiday and seachange destination of Barwon Heads throws up another real estate gem in this boutique coastal hamlet. Peacefully positioned within steps of...
Farmers welcome ‘essential services’ but question how they’ll grow
THE Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the delayed Victorian Budget 2019-20, noting some positive commitments but a number of glaring funding gaps for...
Tracked tractors get moving on Victorian roads
FARMERS will now be able to move tracked tractors on Victorian roads due to regulatory change as a result of Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF)...
Going down rabbit holes with Landcare
TIM Bloomfield, veteran rabbit control guru, shared his ‘recipe for success’ for controlling rabbits recently at Bellarine Landcare Group’s Rabbit Control Field Day in...
Find some history and heart in Old Torquay home
Old Torquay remains popular for those looking to be in the heart of town with everything you need at your fingertips: beach, park, shopping...
Picture perfect opportunity with bay views
The Bellarine Peninsula property market has stood strong as the softening of the city property market puts a dent in buyer confidence. Drysdale has been...
Know your NLIS requirements for lambing season
AS the lambing season gets underway in Victoria, producers are reminded of National Livestock Identification System NLIS) sheep and goat requirements that came into...
BYRON PRICIER THAN SYDNEY WITH SURF COAST IN HOT PURSUIT
Sydney has lost its mantle as having Australia’s most expensive median house price to a location that is home to just 34,000 people, according...
Belle Property merges with hockingstuart
Boutique real estate brand, Belle Property has merged with leading Melbourne-based group, hockingstuart as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the brand’s reach...
Humble beach shack has a bright future
Beach shacks are a rarity in today’s market as many have made way for sleeker coastal homes, not so with Bellarine Property’s recent listing...