New quad bikes will need roll bars, says government

NEW quad bikes sold in Australia will have mandatory roll bars within two years under beefed-up safety rules aimed at saving farmers’ lives. Assistant Treasurer Michael Sukkar announced the change on Thursday after sustained pressure from the agriculture lobby, with the new regulations also forcing bikes to have roll warnings within a year. “This safety […]

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  • Renewed push for rail service

    Renewed push for rail service

    MILDURA Rural City Councillors will this week be asked to support a renewed push for the return of passenger rail to Mildura. Newly-elected NorthWest Rail…