Wentworth Shire roads deteriorating as a result of drought

THE drought has accelerated deterioration of dirt roads on which local farmers are relying to bring in fodder for their livestock. Wentworth Shire councillor Steve Heywood yesterday said heavy vehicles, such as B-double trucks loaded with hay, were becoming stuck on damaged roads. “In the Pooncarie area, they are carting a lot of fodder in […]

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  • Dry slows Mallee land values

    Dry slows Mallee land values

    FARMLAND values in the Mallee have recorded modest growth in the first half of this year, but have fallen more than 30 per cent in…