VAADA is concerned the 2025/26 State Budget fails to address long wait times for AOD treatment. VAADA CEO Chris Christoforou says it’s “impossible to reduce growing wait times without increasing service capacity.” Read the VAADA Press Release: ow.ly/mkcs50VVp3Q

John Bennett, Chairman of WWAG Inc presenting the details of the Vic Govt ESVF cash grab. WWAG is tasked with advocating through adversity this and other issues that impact rural communities. Become a member of our group, support us to support you. forms.gle/b9C94wgLSDvoLb…

One of the best drought programs I’ve done: Great advice and insight from livestock producers facing drought from the practical (managing dams and feed) to the difficulties (buying feed from the other side of Dubbo) to mental health advice. Listen 👇🎧 abc.net.au/listen/program…

All the “gate-greeters”

‘I’m losing money to put steak on plate of a town person… I paid $54000 in council rates and I get no water, no rubbish collection, nothing… No one sees me crying at night. No one sees the big mental health toll it’s taking’ ~ farmer via/ABC Melbourne Ingrid Stitt MP Emma Kealy MP

Photos from Western Victoria on the Country Hour drought tour:

Police are investigating another case of sheep duffing in western Victoria. $12,000 worth of merino sheep were stolen last week from a property in Strathlea, where four men were seen herding the animals into an enclosed trailer. Investigators have released digitally generated

Pics from the road on the Country Hour drought tour around Mortlake.

After “Freaky Friday” and the manoeuvring of State Govt, WWAG Inc continues to advocate for the entire community. Farmers have had a stay of execution, but the tax has not been repealed. WWAG will continue to agitate for its abolition.

Just in case you ever get envious of some one that lives in the inner city. Shout out to our city friends, this is what you’re missing.

West Wimmera Action Group Inc is busy inviting Members. Every mailbox in the 1.4 million hectares, rural and urban is receiving a pamphlet. If you’re outside the red, or missed out, use the link to join. forms.gle/b9C94wgLSDvoLb… It’s Free !! Stay tuned, Stay Strong !!

Any farmer got a spare hay feeder capable of feeding big squares sitting in a shed or under a cypress tree ? Looking to hire one to feed out a few big bales. Any leads appreciated SW Victoria preferred

Deer, oh deer. 🦌 Why are Labor encouraging and endorsing deer hunting in a private calf paddock?! Many errors on this site are not just wrong but downright dangerous. Why won’t the Minister fix it after three long years? #springst

Vic Businesses will get hit hard by this unfair tax. Some will leave the State, some will fold Those who stay will be forced to pass the cost onto you, the customer There’s no escaping this tax Repeal it, Slash it,Smash it Support us to Support you. forms.gle/b9C94wgLSDvoLb…

If you or someone you know relies on robust mental health support in Victoria, this is critical. The very body meant to oversee our mental health system is having its powers removed. What does this mean for Victorians facing mental distress & suicide? theage.com.au/politics/victo…

A weekend reminder for all Victorians. We all pay for this inequitable, disproportionate tax. Join us for FREE at West Wimmera Action Group as we advocate on this and other important issues in our region. forms.gle/b9C94wgLSDvoLb… Support us to Support you

The fertiliser market is going crazy overseas. We'd love it if you could help us, help you, through our fertiliser transparency initiative. You can do this by completing this form when you get a quote for urea episode3.net/inputs/we-need…

Ballarat paramedics being told to avoid the local hospital meaning crews have to transport to Melbourne, Geelong or Bendigo for critical patients. Ambos bracing for an intense night across the state. #springst

Rally in Melbourne - Vic Gov is proposing to create new authorised officers who can enter your private property using force. This is unprecedented and exists nowhere else in Australia. If you don't let them on your land or in your home they will enter anyway & charge you $12,000