Farmers furious over late night passing of energy bill
Update: 2025-09-01
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Controversial legislation allowing energy companies access to prime agricultural land has passed Victorian Parliament.
The legislation introduces new powers energy providers building transmission towers and other renewable energy projects to enter private land with support from police.
Farmers are voicing their frustration and anger at the plan, which could see them fined up to 8000 dollars if they refuse officers access to their land.
Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Victorian Farmers Federation President Brett Hosking about the situation.
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