A new heavy-vehicle driver rest area has opened near Westbury for truckies on long-haul trips.

TasFarmers has expressed concerns about the new Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation regulations imposed by the federal government.

The Tasmanian Utility Championships at Connorville, Cressy this weekend is the ultimate test of versatility where Jess Russell’s working dogs Baz, Jedda, Zeva and Eve will need to work sheep in both the paddock and the yard.