Tasmanian Country

The Bilby ag tech device with Daniel Gardner, Marcus Hardie, Rufus Black, Simon Edwards, Mike Rose

BILBY wireless node to be commercialised by Sentek Sensor Technologies

12/06/2026

Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture research engineer Simon Edwards and Associate Professor Marcus Hardie have led the development of a wireless communication device that is set to help farmers.

New truck rest area opens near Westbury

12/06/2026

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

TasFarmers concerned over EPBC changes

12/06/2026

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

Top dogs to take part in The Tasmanian Utility Championship

11/06/2026

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.

Season, prices looking good as solstice looms

11/06/2026

IT IS only 10 days till the shortest day and the Tasmanian weather is generally staying mild which is making the autumn/winter looking pretty good for many and better than a month ago for many (mainly in the South).

Weather records tumble as Tasmania cops extremes

11/06/2026

TASMANIA is in the midst of a record bout of warm weather with 10 consecutive days of temperatures above 15 degrees achieved or forecast - breaking the previous record of seven consecutive days.

Southern Airlines to cease Tasmanian operations

10/06/2026

Southern Airlines has announced it will cease its Tasmanian operations from 30 June 2026 as part of a nationwide business restructure.

Longley Organic Farm's James Hutchinson imparting advice for other growers to thrive

10/06/2026

James Hutchinson not only wants to see his farm thrive, but also impart knowledge to other producers so they can be successful.

James Hutchinson is the owner of Longley Organic Farm.

Ross Wool Centre project features on national television

09/06/2026

The Ross Wool Centre has featured as part of Tasmania’s Off Season tourism promotion on national television. See the full story and video here:

TasFarmers Matters - Technology's helping hand

09/06/2026

The recent Hort Connections conference in Adelaide was a real eye-opener.

winner of 2025 Competition Andrew Marshall with Amber Bramich, Rural Youth State President.

Woolworths Young Farmer of the Year Competition entries open

08/06/2026

A prize pool valued at more than $55,000 will incentivise young people with a passion for agriculture to enter the 2026 Woolworths Young Farmer of the Year Competition.

Former Premiers honoured on King's Birthday

08/06/2026

Former Tasmanian premiers Will Hodgman and David Bartlett headline the state’s representation in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, with 26 Tasmanians recognised across the Order of Australia and Meritorious Awards.

BILBY wireless node to be commercialised by Sentek Sensor Technologies

New truck rest area opens near Westbury

TasFarmers concerned over EPBC changes

Top dogs to take part in The Tasmanian Utility Championship

Season, prices looking good as solstice looms

Weather records tumble as Tasmania cops extremes

Southern Airlines to cease Tasmanian operations

Longley Organic Farm's James Hutchinson imparting advice for other growers to thrive

Ross Wool Centre project features on national television

TasFarmers Matters - Technology's helping hand

Woolworths Young Farmer of the Year Competition entries open

Former Premiers honoured on King's Birthday

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