Farmers Protest

This levy is an unacceptable burden on our farmers which could cause many to walk away from farming. We need to support our farmers so they can continue to feed the nation.

An ill-considered levy designed to fund a metropolitan agenda by stripping resources from rural and regional areas is both unjust and shameful. Forcing regional communities—who have built and sustained their own systems of support—to finance initiatives they had no say in, is a clear act of exploitation. These vulnerable communities, lacking the voting power to effectively challenge such decisions, are being unfairly targeted. Rather than fostering unity, this levy deepens the divide between city and country. It reflects a troubling ignorance from those seeking to approve it, showing a complete disregard for the realities of regional life.

Our farmers are already doing it tough — facing rising costs, unpredictable weather, and shrinking margins. Instead of burdening them further, why not place the levy on the major supermarkets who profit the most from their hard work?

Farmers in Victoria are working so hard due to the drought conditions at the moment - give them a break! They are the ones frequently volunteering for the emergency services too.