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Thursday, November 30

Farmers, tourism operators unite in plea to bring back the backpackers

Farmers and tourism operators have urged the Government to restart backpacker travel to Australia under a tiered coronavirus-safe plan.

Poor fresh food quality in northwest put under spotlight by health professionals

Evidence given to an inquiry into food security for remote Queensland areas has found spoilt food is being sold at double the price and food trucks getting bogged preventing resupply.

The moth's drill-like proboscis opens fresh produce up to all sorts of other nasties. Photo: ABC

Meet the monster moth that's been snacking on our fruit trees

A nocturnal moth with a proboscis tough enough to penetrate fruit has been feasting away on home orchards, much to the dismay of gardeners and growers.