Farmers agitate for a new rating system

Andrew Miller
Updated October 25 2018 - 8:59am, first published 2:54pm
RATES PROTEST: In July, farmers protested outside the Mildura Rural City Council, over a sharp increase in rates.
RATES PROTEST: In July, farmers protested outside the Mildura Rural City Council, over a sharp increase in rates.

Rural rates are emerging as the most significant issue for farmers, ahead of the upcoming Victorian election.

Andrew Miller

Andrew Miller

Journalist

I'm a general reporter with Stock & Land, with a special interest in irrigation issues. I completed my cadetship, with the Age, in 1980. Over my career, I've worked for ABC radio news (Mt Isa, Qld) and at provincial and suburban newspapers.

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