Please note, this information is current as of Friday 22 October 2021. On 1 October 2021, the Victorian Government announced its intention to make COVID-19 vaccination a compulsory requirements for authorised workers in Victoria who can’t work from home. Authorised…
The Victorian Farmers Federation would like to inform its Members that the new changes to the Victorian Planning Scheme, in regards to accommodation (including dwellings) and wind energy facilities, have now been gazetted. The amendment introduces a new planning permit…
The Victorian Farmers Federation would like to inform its members that the new changes to the Victorian Planning Scheme, in regards to Rural Workers Accommodation, have now been gazetted. The amendment introduces a new land use term and definition for…
In August and September 2021 we partnered with the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) and law firm Ashurt to present a series of seminars for members detailing their obligations under the new environmental laws dealing with pollution and waste. The VFF has…
The VFF’s newly formed Child Safety on Farms Steering Committee is calling for expressions of interest to help improve the safety of all children on our farms. If you are a parent or grandparent with kids aged under 15, someone…
This week the VFF welcomed two new General Managers in a move that now completes our new VFF Leadership Team. You can read more about them below. Robert Taylor, General Manager Governance and Business Services Robert has over 20 years…
There have been a number of recent announcements regarding vaccination requirements for interstate travel that may impact farmers moving freight across state borders: Entry into Victoria with Specified Worker (Multiple Entry) Permit From 23 September, freight workers entering Victoria with…
The VFF is calling for nominations for positions on the newly formed Farming Systems, Infrastructure & Transport and Workforce & Social Infrastructure policy committees. The new committees have been formed to advise VFF Policy Council on matters including animal welfare…
The VFF Policy Council met on Wednesday 1 September 2021. Council discussed issues including climate change, land access, pest plants and animals, food relief donations and good neighbour principles between farm land and crown land managers. Click here to view the communique.
We are calling on all willing farmers and their communities to register their need for assistance or to donate their time, produce or resources. The initiative has been dubbed the ‘Farmy Army’ and is part of a long-term plan to help…
From 11:59pm Monday 23 August workforce permits will be required for authorised workers when they leave home for work in response to the latest COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria. Farmers and farm workers will require an authorised worker permit to travel…
The National Farmers Federation and Energy Efficiency Council have launched a new guide for farms that are looking to slash their energy costs through smart energy management. The new ‘sector spotlight’ on farms is the latest in the EEC’s Navigating a…
