Australian Government supports the Bowen community

The Australian Government is urging Australian consumers to support tomato growers in Bowen by continuing to purchase Australian produce. Read the media release at http://www.maff.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/july/gillard_government_supports_the_bowen_community.

Australian Government supporting the organics industry to grow

The Australian Government is ensuring consolidation in the organics industry by supporting Standards Australia with the ongoing maintenance of the Australian standard for organic and biodynamic products. Read the media release at http://www.maff.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/july/gillard_government_supporting_the_organics_industry_to_grow.

Drought trial begins in Western Australia

Farmers across Australia will be watching closely as the trial of new drought support measures in Western Australia has commenced. Read the media release at http://www.maff.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/july/drought_trial_begins_in_western_australia_today.

Investing in a better future for the Darwin Harbour

The Australian Government will invest $1 million in 2010-11 for a better, healthier future for the Darwin Harbour. Read the joint media release at http://www.maff.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/july/investing_in_a_better_future_for_the_darwin_harbour.

Caring for our Country Community Action Grants

Applications are now open for the Caring for our Country 2010-11 Community Action Grants. The grants will help community groups take action to conserve and protect their natural environment. Read the media release at http://www.maff.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/june/further_$8_million_community_action_grants_for_community_groups. Apply at www.nrm.gov.au.

ABARE-BRS's Mareeba Regional Outlook conference - 28 July 2010

With a conference program tailored to your region, don’t miss your chance to hear from 11 speakers across four sessions at ABARE–BRS’s Mareeba Regional Outlook conference on Wednesday 28 July.

Speakers from ABARE–BRS, the CSIRO, James Cook University, the Bureau of Meteorology, Mount Uncle Distillery, Queensland Resources Council and others will discuss a range of issues affecting the region.

The conference program was developed in conjunction with the Office of Northern Australia in the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

Visit www.abare.gov.au/regional to explore the full conference program and download the registration form.

For enquiries, please contact Angela Ellerman on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 02 6272 2303