We are in the middle of an election in Queensland, Australia. My local member has just sent me a glossy brochure stating that: "Queensland is experiencing the worst drought in 100 years ...no other government in our history has faced a challenge of … [Read more...] about Worst Drought in 100 Years – or Not? (Updated August 22, 2006)
Archives for August 21, 2006
200 Farmers Block Government Officials From Entering Cobar Property
I have just received the following note: "Over 200 farmers in western NSW today blockaded state government officials from entering the Cobar property of Kevin and Gwen Mitchell, who are the latest victims of a radical green campaign that will force … [Read more...] about 200 Farmers Block Government Officials From Entering Cobar Property
The End of Private Native Forestery in NSW: Jim Hoggett
Under the NSW Native Vegetation Act 2003 harvesting of timber for what government describes as "the purposes of private native forestry" will require approval through the preparation of a Property Vegetation Plan (PVP) or through an application for … [Read more...] about The End of Private Native Forestery in NSW: Jim Hoggett