Category Archives: farming

Tocal students prove they are more than equal

Posted on August 23, 2017 by

As featured in  The Country Web 2016 Annual. In 1965 the generosity of Mr CB Alexander allowed the opening of Tocal Agricultural College with its initial enrolments consisting of 15 young, male students. It was not until 1972 that the … Continue reading →

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Bridging the urban/country divide

Posted on July 26, 2017 by

by Taryn Soderman, Rabobank FX Program As featured in The Country Web 2016 Annual. Ten city teenagers – from Muirfield High School in Sydney’s west – have been given a taste of ‘life on the land’, spending a week with five … Continue reading →

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Time running out to nominate your ‘Hidden Treasure’

Posted on July 19, 2017 by

Nominations closing soon for the 2017 NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll.   The annual Hidden Treasures Honour Roll is an important tribute which captures inspirational stories, documenting and celebrating the unpaid work of women who are ensuring the viability of … Continue reading →

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Smart ways to leave farming

Posted on July 18, 2017 by

by Ted O’Kane, Goulburn DPI Rural Resilience Officer. As featured in The Country Web 2016 Annual. Respected Monaro grazier and cattle breeder, Howard Charles, cites a number of logical reasons for ‘half retiring’ and leasing his property but admits that if it were … Continue reading →

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Transitions of life

Posted on July 4, 2017 by

by Lynda Williams, Biblah Farm.  As featured in The Country Web 2016 Annual I have had numerous transitions throughout my life that took me away from my home at Wongali, Nevertire. My first transition was going from Warren High to boarding school … Continue reading →

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WANTED: Fantastic farming women stories

Posted on April 11, 2017 by

Do you know a fantastic farming woman? Have you got five minutes to share their story and photo? Here’s your opportunity to pay tribute to her and acknowledge the vital role of women on the land. The Invisible Farmer project is … Continue reading →

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2017 NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award Finalist: Hayley Purbrick

Posted on March 31, 2017 by

We are happy to introduce you to our fourth amazing Finalist for the 2017 NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award. Hayley Purbrick’s passion is for communication, people and agriculture. Hailing from the Riverina town of Deniliquin, her work is empowering smaller … Continue reading →

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2017 NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award Finalist: Sandra Ireson

Posted on March 29, 2017 by

We are happy to introduce you to the third of our four amazing Finalists for the 2017 NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award. Sandra Ireson is from the Riverina town of Booligal in NSW. She has a keen interest in developing … Continue reading →

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2017 NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award Finalist: Rebecca Barnes

Posted on March 21, 2017 by

We were recently thrilled to announce this year’s NSW-ACT RIRDC Rural Women’s Award Finalists, who are each achieving remarkable things within their respective industries in NSW. We will share their profiles with you over the coming 2 weeks to provide … Continue reading →

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Communities in focus: Create a positive future for your family farming business

Posted on March 6, 2017 by

By Pip Job, Department of Primary Industries. As featured in The Country Web 2016 Annual When I speak to farming families, I am often asked for advice or insights relating to succession planning. More often than not, people wish to share their … Continue reading →

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