The NT Cattlemen’s annual conference brings pastoralists, industry together during tough times. Read what’s planned.

Rural Australians say their communities are falling to pieces following the devastating effects of renewable energy.

A 1762ha portfolio of cotton and grain farms has been snapped up by four local buyers for $19m in total. See the details.

Australia’s 90-day fuel reserve target is based on net imports, not total use. The argument is that real fuel security would come from boosting Australia’s own oil and gas production and refining capacity.

Australia’s fuel security vulnerabilities are no longer theoretical. Despite official assurances that supply remains stable, concerns from farmers, regional communities and supply chain leaders suggest the country is dangerously exposed. Industry leaders argue years of ideology-driven energy policy and ignored warnings have left Australia vulnerable at a time of growing geopolitical and economic risk.

TWO Northern Australian locations have been identified as the most likely entry points into Australia for a disease that poses a huge risk to the beef industry.