For some time now, people within Queensland’s sugarcane industry, me included, have been talking about an industry evolution. We’ve been highlighting value-adding opportunities that will not only boost growers’ bottom lines but will bring employment and economic benefits to our regional communities. These…

The final countdown has begun, with Queensland’s 2023 sugarcane crush rapidly winding down across the state. Bundaberg was first to cross the line, with Millaquin Mill tipping its final bin on 7 November, followed closely by the Isis and Maryborough districts the next day. At the time of writing, the Northern and…

The 2024 Queensland State Election is now less than a year away and already we’re seeing some soft campaigning by the major parties. We can expect these campaigns to ramp up markedly over the coming months as the pollies vie to secure your vote. However, it’s not just the political parties who will have plenty to…

As I write this column, Australia’s trade minister is preparing to meet with his European counterpart to discuss, and possibly even agree, a free trade agreement with the EU. Unfortunately, I don’t have a crystal ball, so I can’t foresee the outcome of those discussions. However, if the whispers filtering out from…

Disunity is death - it’s a phrase you often hear bandied about, especially in politics. And it’s true, of course, in all aspects of life. Since humans first started battling each other with clubs and stones, the importance of presenting a unified front has been clear. Whether it’s warfare, politics, disaster…