More farmers will be able to access vital assistance when they are going through tough times, with the Coalition Government today introducing legislation to maintain the net farm asset threshold for Farm Household Allowance (FHA) at $5 million. Minister for Agriculture, Senator Bridget McKenzie, said the Government was delivering on its election commitment to keep…
Senator McKENZIE (Victoria—Minister for Agriculture and Leader of The Nationals in the Senate) (10:14): Many thoughtful words have already been spoken about former Prime Minister Bob Hawke, his contribution and his character. On behalf of The Nationals, my contribution today will reflect on his life and work, in particular as it relates to rural and…
The Morrison Government is today delivering on its election commitment to protect the privacy of Australian farmers and primary producers by introducing legislation to protect them from the unlawful actions of animal activists.The Criminal Code Amendment (Agricultural Protection) Bill 2019 introduces new offences for the incitement of trespass, property damage, or theft on agricultural land.Attorney-General,…