By Amanda Wright The 2025 Federal Budget was never just about dollars and cents—it was about the direction Australia takes in the years ahead. Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ latest budget, delivered on 25 March, makes clear where the Albanese government believes that the future lies: in cost-of-living relief, housing, and a transition to a more sustainable economy. But with an election now set for 3 May, it’s impossible to ignore the political stakes. Is this a responsible economic plan or a budget de
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When disastrous floods swept through the region in February, the town of Ingham found itself in a crisis unlike any it had seen in recent memory with devastating flood waters surpassing the levels they reached in the historic floods of 1967. Amidst the chaos of the floods the local medical practices Hinchinbrook Healthcare and Ingham Family Medical Practice banded together in times of uncertainty and provided a glimmer of light to Ingham residents, demonstrating remarkable resilience and resour
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Victoria grew up in Brisbane and went on to pursue a Cert III in Business Administration while also qualifying as a swimming teacher through AustSwim. Their career path led them to roles as a receptionist and swimming instructor, where they worked hard to fund their Diploma of Arts. Later serving as an editor for a medical journal at Queensland University of Technology, Victoria further sharpened their writing and editorial skills. Victoria's family live in Macknade and moving to the reg
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A striking symbol of resilience and awareness now stands along the highway in Ingham—its vivid blue branches reaching out as a reminder that no one has to struggle in silence. The Blue Tree Project, a national initiative aimed at breaking the stigma around mental health, found a home in the town in July 2023, thanks to a collaborative community effort. Councillor Donna Marbelli first saw a Blue Tree while driving between Townsville and Ingham and knew the town needed one of its own. The search
Read the full storyCANEGROWERS welcomes the Federal Government’s commitment to Feeding Australia, a national food security strategy that aligns with the long-standing calls from Australian farmers to strengthen our agricultural supply chains.
However, the sugarcane industry urges the Government to go beyond studies and deliver a clear national feedstock strategy – led by both the Queensland and Australian Governments – to unlock the potential of biofuels and position Australia as a leader in sustainable energy.
“The Government’s recognition of the need to examine a biofuels feedstock industry is a step in the right direction, but we need action, not just another study,” CANEGROWERS CEO Dan Galligan said.
Speaking today from Bioenergy Australia’s Renewable Fuels Week in Sydney, Mr Galligan highlighted the crucial role of the sugarcane industry in Australia’s transition to low-carbon liquid fuels.
“Sugarcane is a proven, sustainable feedstock with the potential to power Australia’s biofuels industry - supporting emissions reduction, fuel security, and regional job creation,” he said.
A report released this week by Bioenergy Australia revealed that 80% of Australia’s liquid fuel is imported, exposing the country to energy security risks.
With the right policies, Australia could produce up to 546 million litres of biofuels annually, reducing our reliance on overseas supply.
“Governments need to commit to a national feedstock strategy that provides the policy certainty and investment signals to drive domestic biofuels production,” Mr Galligan said.
“The sugarcane industry is ready to be part of the solution. Now we need leadership from government to turn potential into reality.”
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