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Mother load turbocharge Rural mums in Queensland struggling financially will now be able to access the Motherland program for free. In an Australian first, the Queensland Government has announced $1 million in funding over three years to enable the charity to deliver more services, support and connection for rural mothers across the state. Motherland founder and CEO Stephanie Trethewey said the investment would “turbocharge“ Motherland’s mission to reduce the isolation and improve the mental health of rural mums. WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE, PAGES 16-17 Motherland program manager Kate Brow, Queensland ambassador Alice Woods and founder and CEO Stephanie Trethewey. Picture: CONTRIBUTED
A path to future By Fiona Gowers Renewable energy innovations that enhance the sustainability of agricultural production will headline this month’s National Renewables in Agriculture Conference in Toowoomba.
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The annual event, which conference founder Karin Stark launched in 2019, will be held on 4 July. “The National Renewables in Agriculture Conference serves as a platform for industry stakeholders to collaborate, innovate and chart the path towards a more sustainable fu-
ture,“ Ms Stark said. “It’s important communities get on the front foot and effectively and constructively engage with governments and developers in the energy transition. “For example, we will have Professor John Cole from the University of Southern
Queensland who will outline how this can best happen as part of the conference. “It could be a once in a lifetime opportunity for the regions if they’re prepared and proactive in how they negotiate, ensuring meaningful legacy projects and programs are funded.“ STORY PAGE 3