July 2016

WAFarmers has welcomed Brunswick dairy farmer Michael Partridge to the position of WAFarmers Dairy Council President at the 2016 WAFarmers Dairy Conference. During yesterday’s Annual General Meeting in Busselton, Phil Depiazzi stepped down from the role of President following four years at the helm.  “I’ve really enjoyed working with such a dedicated dairy council, which is committed to achieving outcomes that are in the best interests of all WA dairy farmers,” Mr Depiazzi said. “It’s

With input from WAFarmers and other farming organisations, the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has delivered on their digital initiative of a new online home for Australia’s farming community, with the launch of Australian Farmers today. The online platform www.farmers.org.au offers localised weather data to improve decision-making, enables farmers to exchange ideas and advocate on the issues that matter most, and provides the latest news about food, fibre and farming. WAFarmers Chief Executive Officer Stephen Brown said

All Western Australian motorists, including WAFarmers Members, are reminded that as of 1 July this year, motor injury insurance premium rates have increased in WA as insurance cover expands for motorists. The new expanded cover ensures that all people catastrophically injured in motor vehicle crashed in WA are provided necessary and reasonable treatment, care and support. The increase for per family car and motorcycle is an additional $99 for the first year of the new scheme.

WAFarmers has welcomed the re-election of the Liberal-National Coalition Government in the 2016 Federal Election, after Labor leader Bill Shorten conceded defeat yesterday afternoon. Though the count has not been completed, Mr Shorten conceded defeat stating it was clear the Prime Minister would form either a minority or majority government.  WAFarmers President Tony York said the Coalition’s re-election was the most preferred outcome for the agricultural sector, with their promises being most aligned to the

Following recent difficulties for suppliers in the WA dairy industry, WAFarmers continues to work towards addressing the issue of oversupply and protecting the industry for current and future generations. WAFarmers Dairy Council President Phil Depiazzi said WAFarmers and other stakeholders were working closely to find a solution to the oversupply problem currently facing the state. “There is a fine climatic balance needed to ensure dairy cows produce enough milk to meet demand, and while Western

AgConnectWA has welcomed the election of a new committee, following their Annual General Meeting this afternoon. Former Secretary Wes Lefroy was elected unopposed to the position of President, former general committee member Maddison McNeil was elected as Vice President, and Bailiwick Legal Solicitor Mari Takla was elected as Secretary. Eight nominations were received for the five available general committee member positions, with Hayley Goad, Henry Gratte, Georgia Reid, Lachlan Hunter (incumbent) and Callum Wesley (incumbent)