The Allora Advertiser released its 19 August 2026 edition, while On Our Selection News published its 20 August 2026 issue. The Corryong Courier regional publication was also released on 20 August 2026.
Australia's largest garlic growers have launched world-first research aimed at transforming the global nutraceuticals market, with potential for rapid expansion into the US market and job creation in regional Australia, according to Australian Rural & Regional News.
A veterinarian advises backyard chicken owners to separate their birds from wild birds as a precaution against bird flu, even if Victoria's 50-chicken housing order does not apply to their situation, reports Australian Rural & Regional News.
The Normanville Energy Park near Kerang in Victoria has been approved by the Victorian Minister for Planning. The 17-turbine wind project is expected to generate electricity for approximately 90,000 homes and contribute over $900,000 annually to the economy, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Greenmount equestrian participant Tamara Patch will represent Australia at the Working Equitation World Championships in Spain next month, competing in disciplines including dressage, obstacle handling, speed events, and cattle team penning, according to Australian Rural & Regional News.
Victoria's proposed work-from-home laws have been delayed to next year as the State Government allows additional time for consultation with stakeholders, including legal experts who question broad applicability across different workplaces, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Shortie the miniature pony, a former show competitor whose asthma ended his original career, has become a therapy pony and visited Gosford Hospital, becoming a valued local identity across the Central Coast, according to Australian Rural & Regional News.
The Albanese government's second tranche of tax reform legislation has passed the Senate, delivering billions in business support to encourage productive investment and risk-taking, reports Australian Rural & Regional News.