ACMA rules ABC Four Corners breached accuracy, impartiality requirement
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Cotton Matters
As fuel and fertiliser supply continues to be disrupted, Cotton Australia is continuing to work with the NFF, state and federal governments, and other agricultural groups to keep this issue in front of decision makers.
With cotton picking currently underway across Queensland and New South Wales, the main priority at the moment is to ensure growers have enough supply to get their crop off.
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Key issues including the fuel and fertiliser crisis, water pricing, insurance stamp duty, the protection of the Condamine Alluvium, and the potential for a new cotton gin in North Queensland were discussed at the Annual Cotton Australia Board and Queensland Government Ministers dinner in Brisbane last week.
The entire Australian cotton family is heartbroken by the tragic loss of the much‑loved Ian Burnett and his grandson. Ian was more than a respected cotton grower – he was a leader, a mentor and a quiet powerhouse of Australian agriculture.
Upper Namoi cotton growers were celebrated during the Upper Namoi Cotton Growers Association’s annual awards dinner on Tuesday evening.
After almost 18 months, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has responded to Cotton Australia’s call for an investigation into the Four Corners episode ‘Water Grab’ (August 2024), finding the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) breached the accuracy and impartiality provisions of its Code of Practice.
Cotton Australia has appointed Angela Stewart as Regional Manager for St George, Dirranbandi and Mungindi. Angela holds a Bachelor of Agricultural Science and brings 25 years of experience across the agriculture sector.
Cotton Australia is recruiting for a Northern Australia Officer following the departure of Simone Cameron, who will finish up in the role after three years.
The Queensland Competition Authority has been asked by the Water Minister to set rural water charges for 2027–28 and 2028–29 using a Regulated Asset Base (RAB) approach rather than the historical Annuity approach. An independent report examined six schemes and found the RAB approach may save costs in the short to medium term but is much more expensive over the long term. Based on this evidence, Cotton Australia supports continuing the Annuity approach.
About 100 growers and industry representatives came together at Hancock Ag’s “Warra Warra” property on the Darling Downs last Tuesday for the Darling Downs Grower of the Year Field Day. The event recognised 2025 winners Rhys Herbert and Trish Carroll, who were announced at the annual awards dinner in September last year.
Leadership Opportunities
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The Queensland Government is inviting applications for its Biosecurity Ambassador program, helping protect industries, the environment, and communities from biosecurity threats. Ambassadors will build skills, expand networks, and work with local groups to raise awareness and encourage action. Queenslanders of all ages and regions are encouraged to apply. |
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The Queensland Government is inviting applications for its Biosecurity Ambassador program, helping protect industries, the environment, and communities from biosecurity threats. Ambassadors will build skills, expand networks, and work with local groups to raise awareness and encourage action. Queenslanders of all ages and regions are encouraged to apply. |
WHS Webinar recording
Cotton Australia recently hosted a webinar on changing work health and safety expectations, with a focus on what growers need to do on farm. The recording and slides are now available for those who want to revisit the session or share it with their team.
Australian Cotton Conference 2026
