The Australian Government is investing $33.7 million to support farmers by encouraging and incentivising Australians to take a ‘domestic gap year’ and eligible temporary visa holders to work in the agriculture sector this coming harvest season. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said Queensland’s agriculture sector was facing unprecedented pressure on labour supply as…
Farmers and regional drought affected communities will have access to more support with the Coalition Government announcing it will provide more funding, cut red tape and increase services. A new support package will deliver nearly $100 million to drought-hit communities in response to the ongoing drought conditions. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said…
Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta, today urged local residents and businesses to donate much-needed goods and supplies to farmers in South Western Queensland affected by drought, as part of a drive led by the National Malaya and Borneo Veterans Association. “You can help out farmers and their families who are doing it tough by…