News
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Deceptively beautiful blooming roadside invader
CAT’S claw creeper is not the first weed to come to mind from a pastoral perspective, but it is a weed of national significance. It…
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Saleyard survey results released
MEAT and Livestock Australia saleyard survey results released last week show among other insights, the total number of cattle and sheep transactions through all Australian…
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Implementing new technologies a solution to cattle-methane emission
THE Australian Government’s pledge to reduce emissions of potent greenhouse gas and methane by 30 percent by 2030, has graziers holding their breath. Talk of…
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Government confirms methane pledge commitment
AUSTRALIA will sign the Global Methane Pledge to help ensure ongoing access to international markets for the country’s $24 billion livestock and dairy industry according…
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Boonah family showcases valuable country values
WHEN it comes to having an exceptional work ethic and team approach, the Boonah-bred Freiberg family is setting high standards. Dad Brad, daughters Hannah and…
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Big book festival back on in Boonah
BOOK lovers unite, it’s almost time for the Boonah Bookfest big weekend. Run by the Boonah and District Cultural Foundation, the event raises money for…
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Happy hippy grower proves caring is sharing
WHEN the Fassifern Guardian arrives at Kerrie Mercel’s Tamborine property, she is in one of its many outdoor structures building bee boxes. The 62-year-old is…
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Residents rally against ‘council bullying’
RESIDENTS have scorned Scenic Rim Councillors for the harsh penalty handed to Councillor Derek Swanborough for conduct matters, launching a petition describing the complaints as…
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A helipad, no helicopter – ‘a man’s got to dream’
A DELIGHT in the lifestyle and the comradery of his new community has led to some interesting outcomes for a city tree changer. Russell and…
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Move to develop another 277 housing lots at Gleneagle
A MAJOR expansion of the Eucalee housing estate at Gleneagle is in the planning stages. The developer, Gleneagle DevCo Pty Ltd, is seeking a two…
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First all-electric BMW comes with $83k price tag
BMW Australia will launch the fully electric BMW iX1 model to the local market next year, with the iX1 xDrive30 growing the German carmaker’s portfolio…
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RAM dominates Down Under
RAM Truck Australia’s record-breaking run of vehicle production looks set to continue with the Melbourne Manufacturing Facility (MMF) growing in size and capacity. With 604…












