Bird flu wipes out more than half a million Victorian farmer’s hens
A poultry farmer forced to destroy more than half a million chickens says free-range farming puts flocks at higher risk of ...
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How the new ESVF tax will affect Victorian farmers
Farmers who are CFA and VicSES volunteers will be able to claim refunds of up to $4150 under the Allan Government’s new ...
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Third Victorian farm infected with bird flu, authorities
Announced on Thursday, the third farm is close to two other outbreaks ... In 2024, seven southwestern Victorian farms were infected with the H7N3 strain, and one had the H7N9 strain.
Former Victorian premier Jeff Kennett calls for young offenders to be sent to 'farm-like facilities' to reduce culture of crime in the state
Jeff Kennett, who served as Victorian premier for eight years, has called for an even stronger approach to youth crime in the state, advocating for radical "farm-like facilities" instead of bail for ...
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Bird flu detected at another Victorian farm
Authorities said the H7N8 strain had been detected at the farm in Euroa, which was located near two other infected properties. It comes as consumers report difficulty in buying eggs on supermarket ...