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Elders' leader to address issues facing Australian agribusiness sector - 21 Nov 08 The Australian agribusiness sector is entering a period of dynamic change and opportunity. But is the sector ready to embrace this change and meet the emerging challenges? Wong hails Murray-Darling breakthrough - 03 Dec 08 A late-night parliamentary breakthrough is good news for the parched Murray-Darling Basin, federal Water Minister Penny Wong says. Balance jobs with climate protection - 03 Dec 08 The federal government will balance the interests of the economy and the environment in its planned emissions trading scheme, Penny Wong says. Milkpowder price continues online dive - 03 Dec 08 Fonterra says whole milkpowder prices have fallen for a fifth time in its internet auctions, taking them to their lowest in more than two years. Possum loss blamed on climate change - 03 Dec 08 Scientists in far north Queensland suspect the white lemuroid possum may be the first extinction of a mammal caused by climate change. People fleeing 'crumbling' NSW: Liberals - 02 Dec 08 NSW's crumbling infrastructure and poor services mean it's no surprise people are fleeing the state in droves, Opposition Leader Barry O'Farrell says. CBA, NAB pass on full RBA rate cut - 02 Dec 08 Only Commonwealth Bank and National Australia Bank have heeded the govt's call to pass on in full the interest cuts announced by the Reserve Bank of Australia. Mortgage holders to enjoy big savings - 02 Dec 08 Many homeowners can expect to save nearly $200 a month on an average mortgage after the Reserve Bank chopped another full percentage point off the cash rate. Working party to focus on rural crime - 02 Dec 08 Targeting rural crime will be the focus of a working party set up by the NSW government. Devil's Pool claims tourist's life - 02 Dec 08 A body has been located by police divers at the popular north Queensland swimming hole known as Devil's Pool. Govt won't speculate on economy slowing - 02 Dec 08 Assistant Treasurer Chris Bowen is refusing to be drawn on by how much the Australian economy has slowed during the past three months. Turnbull praises embattled Bishop - 01 Dec 08 Malcolm Turnbull has come to the defence of his deputy Julie Bishop, saying she is doing a "great job" as the opposition's treasury spokeswoman. Futuris downgrades profit guidance - 01 Dec 08 Agribusiness Futuris Corp Ltd has downgraded its profit guidance as it anticipates tough market conditions for the rest of fiscal 2009. Large rate cut likely as pressures dive - 01 Dec 08 The RBA could slice a further full percentage point off the official cash rate on Tuesday after new data showed price pressures receding rapidly. Nats 'can take position on tax breaks' - 01 Dec 08 Malcolm Turnbull is backing the right of Nationals senators to take a different position than coalition partners on a tax breaks for the forestry industry. Melbourne water storage levels still low - 01 Dec 08 Melbourne's water storages are drastically low, ending spring almost at the same level where they started. WTO head awaiting proposals for summit - 01 Dec 08 World Trade Organisation head Pascal Lamy is awaiting proposals on the issues of agriculture before deciding on any ministerial meeting, trade sources said. Home buyers crippled by stamp duty - 01 Dec 08 Growing stamp duty bills on residential properties are impeding Australian home buyers' ability to enter the housing market, according to a new report. Gold Coasters to get fluoridated water - 30 Nov 08 Northern Gold Coast residents will be the first Queenslanders to sample fluoridated water when it is added to local pipes on Monday. Telstra questions broadband commitment - 30 Nov 08 Telstra has questioned whether the five other companies which entered their bids to build the broadband network are able to fund the construction. Kiwi woolhandlers defeat Aussies - 30 Nov 08 New Zealand's woolhandlers have won their trans-Tasman test against Australia in the NSW town of Hay. AWB, ABB Grain in merger discussions - 28 Nov 08 Grain handling peers AWB Ltd and ABB Grain Ltd are in merger discussions aimed at producing a bulked up, more competitive player. Trans Tasman shearing test to clip off - 28 Nov 08 The first leg of an annual trans Tasman shearing and woolhandling test series on Saturday is shaping up as a battle to emulate their fellow countrymen in sport. Cutting GST is not an option, says Rudd - 28 Nov 08 The federal government will consider any proposal from the business community to support the weakening economy, but dropping the rate of GST is not an option. New permit system voted down in Senate - 27 Nov 08 A federal government plan to restrict public access to Northern Territory Aboriginal communities has been blocked in the Senate. Wesfarmers happy with Coles acquisition - 27 Nov 08 Wesfarmers does not regret its $20 billion purchase of the Coles supermarket group, saying it's positioned well for the key Christmas and summer trading period. Telstra broadband to reach 98% of homes - 27 Nov 08 Telstra says it would build a national broadband network to reach almost all Australians if the government tips in the $4.7 billion it has already pledged. Aboriginal elder takes on BHP over mine - 27 Nov 08 An Aboriginal elder has urged BHP to abandon plans to expand its Olympic Dam mine because it was taking "sacred water". Qld coalition want water trigger data - 27 Nov 08 A decision by the Queensland Water Commission not to release trigger point details has further muddied the issue for Queenslanders, the opposition says. Medicare worker charged over scam claims - 27 Nov 08 A Medicare employee has been charged with using the identities of dead people to claim more than $300,000 in false baby bonus payments. Govt not budging on broadband process - 27 Nov 08 The federal government has rejected suggestions it is being bullied by Telstra to accept a non-compliant bid to build the national broadband network. Motorists warned about locust swarms - 27 Nov 08 Swarms of locusts have been added to the dangers motorists face during the holiday period. EU, China, US unleash assault on crisis - 27 Nov 08 The EU has proposed a 200 billion euros ($A401.85 billion) - stimulus package to jolt Europe's economy out of recession. Telstra broadband bid sparks confusion - 26 Nov 08 Telstra remains in the race to build the national broadband network, despite failing to meet some of the project's stated objectives. Croc compo for mauled businesses - 26 Nov 08 The Qld govt has sent a $40,000 apology to businesses on a north island after beaches were closed when 3.5 metre crocodile terrorised swimmers last month. Demand for skilled labour slumps - 26 Nov 08 Demand for skilled labour has dropped to recessionary levels as businesses wind back their hiring in the face of a rapidly slowing economy. Welfare sector calls for emergency funds - 26 Nov 08 The welfare sector says it's at breaking point and needs an immediate $300 million cash injection to keep services running. SA rivers and streams face grim future - 26 Nov 08 The Coorong and the River Murray's lower lakes are in dire condition and much of the damage may be irreversible, a new report has found. Bass Strait water proposal 'a pipedream' - 26 Nov 08 Building an undersea water pipeline from Tasmania to Melbourne is an economic pipedream, a water expert says. Petrol $1 a litre - heaven for motorists - 26 Nov 08 Australian motorists are discovering that every cloud has a silver lining, as the global recession drives petrol prices down to their lowest level since 2005. Hot summer on the way, bureau forecasts - 26 Nov 08 It's going to be a long, hot summer, according to the summer weather forecast released by the Bureau of Meteorology. Senate win puts Vic pipeline in jeopardy - 26 Nov 08 A federal senator who voted to block Victoria's north south water pipeline has suggested the commonwealth build a pipeline from Tasmania to Melbourne. Rudd won't rule out reshuffle - 24 Nov 08 Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is proud of his ministry but won't rule out a reshuffle as he enters his second year in office. Govt weak over whaling, say Libs, Greens - 21 Nov 08 Australia will not be sending a vessel to the Southern Ocean this summer to monitor the activities of Japanese whalers. GM crops can help world hunger: Burke - 20 Nov 08 Decisions on genetically modified (GM) crops should be made on a case-by-case basis, the federal government says. Oil price drops near $US50 per barrel - 20 Nov 08 Oil prices have dropped again, with Brent crude falling close to $US50 a barrel, as weak energy demand and the global credit crunch pressured the market. GrainCorp expects to pick up in FY 2009 - 20 Nov 08 GrainCorp says an expected improvement in the farming season and the new exporting environment will see the company return to profitability in fiscal 2009. Secure marketing available to growers - 05 Nov 08 AustraliaÂ’s new grain marketing environment has given growers the opportunity to seize control of their marketing efforts according to one of the countryÂ’s leading grain marketers. Elders announces review of support services to improve network performance - 04 Nov 08 Elders Rural Services today announced a review of its head office and business support centre services to identify avenues for improving the cost effectiveness of its branch network operations. The review is the second stage of the business transformation program that Elders committed to in June this year. Growers seek security and certainty in volatile grain market - 08 Oct 08 Ongoing volatility in international grain markets and deregulation of AustraliaÂ’s bulk wheat export system had created challenges but also new opportunities for growers to maximise profitability according to an Australian grain marketing business today. New appointment re-affirms Elders’ commitment to the Gippsland region - 17 Sep 08 Leading Australian agribusiness Elders has re-affirmed its commitment to primary producers and their communities in the Gippsland region with the appointment of Rob Massina as Regional Sales Manager. New appointment re-affirms Elders’ commitment to north-east Victoria - 17 Sep 08 Leading Australian agribusiness Elders has re-affirmed its commitment to primary producers and their communities in north-eastern Victoria with the appointment of Ron Creek as Regional Sales Manager. Wheat producers the winners as Elders Toepfer Grain gains export accreditation - 04 Sep 08 Elders Toepfer Grain reports it has had a "very enthusiastic" response from international grain buyers to news of the joint ventureÂ’s selection in the first group of accredited bulk exporters under the Australian GovernmentÂ’s reformed bulk wheat export marketing system. Elders well placed to support agricultural - 15 Aug 08 Elders Supports Carbon Pool Initiative - 13 Dec 07 Agribusiness Elders has announced its support for a national carbon pool program that has been set up to help combat climate change. Elders and Optus to build rural and regional broadband network - 18 Jun 07 The Optus and Elders joint venture, OPEL Networks Pty Ltd (OPEL), has secured $958 million in funding from the Australian Government. Elders WA making runs for the McGrath Foundation - 22 Feb 07 Click go the shears as Elders staff lose their locks - 22 Feb 07 Launch of new partnership to assist Victoria’s farming sector - 15 Feb 07 Glenn McGrath welcomes launch of new ... - 15 Feb 07 Elders staff and clients raise funds for employment of breast cancer care nurses - 01 Feb 07 Unexpected bonus for Sth Aust Canola grower - 16 Jun 06 Victorian Canola grower yields unexpected bonus - 16 Jun 06 Elders launches new free web-based weather service - 27 Oct 05 A new, highly sophisticated, free internet-based weather service has been launched in Australia. Elders announces expansion of SA rural products and services provision - 28 Jun 05 Elders Ltd has just announced the integration into its business of the successful privately-owned DiManno Growers Supplies business. Webster Limited Massive End of Financial Year Clearance - 21 Jun 05 Sale Date: Jun 29 2005, Summary: 500 lots, Location of Sale: Quecus Park, Carrick (Agfest Site) Tasmania. Futuris Interim Result - 10 Feb 05 View the lastest announcement. Elders Donates $100,000 to tsunami victims - 02 Feb 05 |
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