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Victorian farm prices decrease for the first time since 2015

Farmland values in Victoria have softened slightly — the first decline in a decade as unfavourable seasonal conditions tempered demand last year.

Taskforce says no to new parks

The Victorian Government’s Great Outdoors Taskforce will not be recommending the creation of any new national parks across 1.8 million hectares of state forests.

‘Running out of time’ for autumn break

Pasture experts say the window to grow feed before spring is fast closing, with warm windy weather blasting southern states.

Nationals held ground but leadership spill imminent

The party for regional Australia has upped its representation in a much diminished Coalition opposition.

Analysis: Regional swings and roundabouts

The 2025 federal election was one for the history books. Here’s an overview of every regional seat across southeastern Australia.

Match called off due to unruly behaviour

As an umpire shortage crisis grips East Gippsland, a match in the Omeo District league was abandoned by volunteer club officials.

Q fever cases hit record-high levels

Q fever cases are at record high levels in Victoria, particularly in the Baw Baw Shire. And scientists say the reported numbers are a “gross underestimate”.