NSW Nationals MP Richie Williamson has warned fertiliser and diesel shortages could trigger a food and fibre crisis.
Business
Posted inAwards, Ballina, Coffs Harbour, Tourism
Two North Coast centres face off for NSW’s Top Tourism Town
Which will you vote for in the contest for NSW’s Top Tourism Town? Coffs Harbour or Ballina?
Posted inMallanganee, Recreation, Tourism
Mallanganee Observatory opens, offering world-class views of sky and landscape
Mallanganee’s new observatory is now open, offering stunning views by day and breathtaking Milky Way stargazing by night.
Posted inBusiness, Lifestyle, Local News
Enjoy the sleep-in: Daylight Saving ends this weekend
As the North Coast eases out of the long, sun-soaked days of summer, there’s a familiar seasonal shift just around the corner – daylight saving is coming to an end.
Posted inAgriculture, Energy, NSW Politics, Transport and Freight
NSW boosts freight limits as national fuel plan sets staged response
The NSW Government has moved to increase freight capacity and ease pressure on fuel supplies, announcing temporary changes to truck limits and operating hours
Posted inBusiness, Energy, Federal Politics
Impact of fuel shortages spread beyond bowser as National Cabinet meets
Fuel shortage impacts spread well beyond the bowser, hitting farms, freight, charities and services as National Cabinet meets on response.
Posted inBusiness, Consultations and feedback
What a small business wants
Small business owners across NSW are being invited to help shape a new advisory service, with entrepreneur Mark Bouris appointed to lead a 90-day review
Posted inAgriculture, Energy
Double hit: fuel and fertiliser crisis raises fears for winter crops
Fuel and fertiliser shortages are creating a “double hit” for farmers, with fears some may not plant crops this season.
Posted inBusiness, Local festivals and shows, North Coast Surrounds
Discover New England’s best makers at Seasons
One of the region’s most beloved expos, Seasons of New England, returns this weekend with a clear purpose: to put the region’s makers where they belong, front and centre.
Posted inAgriculture, Business, Federal Politics
Business cheers as landmark EU trade deal signed, but farmers sold short
Australian businesses are celebrating a long-awaited free trade deal with the EU, but farmers warn the agreement delivers little for agriculture and could hurt the sector for decades.