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ABC News
3 days ago
- Climate
- ABC News
Crops on a 'knife edge' in Victoria as rain still scarce in drought-hit state
In the depths of winter, Victorian farmers are nervously waiting to see what the season brings, as recent rain has not been enough to relieve the pressures of drought. For cropping farmers across the north and north-west, conditions are challenging. "We will need a lot of rain in spring to finish the crops," Kaarimba farmer John Varvaressos said. The plants are out of the ground in his district around Nathalia, north of Shepparton, but only just. "According to my records, we've had only a quarter of our average annual rainfall so far this year," Mr Varvaressos said. "I'm still feeding sheep because not a lot of grass is growing." Adrian Coatsworth, who farms in tough country at Wycheproof South in north-west Victoria, also has not had much rain. "We will need a very kind spring for this year's [crops] to work out," she said. "It's knife-edge stuff and there are some very nervous people out there. "What we have sown, things are out of the ground, but there's no growth." Further north at Manangatang, crops are looking "rather patchy", according to local farmer Christine Plant. "Early crops are looking good … the heavy ground is struggling and anything sown late is only just popping up out of the ground," he said. Ms Plant said the area had some subsoil moisture from summer rains, but had not received decent rain over 25 millimetres since November. "We will need a lot more rain to try to get an average or above-average crop," she said. The Bureau of Meteorology's latest drought statement shows a majority of Victoria experienced serious, severe or record low rainfall deficiencies in the 17 months to the end of June. In the past six months alone, north-west Victoria, south-west Gippsland and north-central Victoria have had record low falls. Average to above-average rainfall in south-west Victoria in June brought some relief to the parched region. Agriculture Victoria's seasonal risk agronomist, Dale Grey, monitors soil moisture levels across the state. He said the ground was saturated in east Gippsland, but the rest of Victoria had a long way to go. "Unless we get really high-intensity rainfalls, which we haven't been seeing, you won't get any water running off into creeks and dams," he said. Mr Grey advised farmers to plan for all weather possibilities this spring, saying climate models predicting an increase in rain were not overly reliable. "We got this dangled carrot … particularly spring, which is what everyone wants to hear, but we heard this last year and it never came about," he said. "We all want it to rain and we all want a wetter spring, but we need to be planning for any outcome. "If we do have a dry spring, hard decisions will have to be made." South Gippsland is known for its high rainfall, but it is one of the driest areas in the state right now. Leongatha South dairy farmer Callum Moscript said the extended dry was a new experience for him and many others in South Gippsland. "We're nervous that we will have to start feeding in December, which means you've got to have a lot of feed and we don't have any stockpile," he said. Mr Moscript usually gets up to 70mm of rain during autumn, but this year he got only 5mm. "There's a lot of farms, us included, who have purchased land and paid a lot of money for it, and it's not producing any feed to make any return on investment," he said. "There's so many pressures on farmers right now." The Victorian government has announced a total of $144 million for farmers during the extended dry conditions. A majority of the drought relief is directed to the west of the state. Mr Moscript said it was not enough. "I don't think anyone in Victoria is getting enough support," he said. "There's only so much the government can do, but we're in a situation which is unprecedented now. "There's a lot of upside to farming but times like this are very challenging and put lots of stress on communities."
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Love Island's Nathalia reveals millionaire boyfriend splashed out on £97k Porsche as she shows off new car and 100 roses
EX-Love Island star Nathalia Campos has certainly been living a life of luxury since her time in the villa – now boasting a brand new £97k Porsche. The stunning star shared pics and video of the big reveal of the fancy stone grey motor, which has black leather interior. 7 Nathalia showed off her brand new wheels on Instagram Credit: Instagram 7 The bombshell is now completely loved up with her boyfriend Credit: Instagram 7 The star thanked 'manifestation' for getting her dream car Credit: Instagram With a grey cover hiding the wheels from view, Nathalia looked on at shock and delight as the shroud was whipped away, with the car surrounded by love heart balloons and a bouquet of roses. "I manifested it & I got it… ☺️🤍 new Porsche mama ," she wrote in a video. A second video declared: "100 roses & a Porsche key ☺️🩷 One post about it wasn't enough haha still pinching myself." Nathalia, who was wearing a cream dress, later shared pictures of her driving with her millionaire boyfriend in the passenger seat. READ MORE LOVE ISLAND The model and star has been careful not to share too much information about her man online, though has shared loved up pics with him as they jetset around the world together. Nathalia also frequently flaunts her high-end goods – including Hermes shoes, Holland Cooper shopping sprees and Chanel handbags. Most recently, the pair went to Goodwood Festival of Speed together, enjoying time as guests of Lambourghini and Ferrari. She has also shared that she is now stepmother to two children, with her other half sharing custody with their mother. Most read in Love Island Nathalia shot to fame when she appeared on the 2022 series of Love Island, entering as a bombshell and rocking one of the most beloved couples on the series – Ekin-Su and Nathalia both found themselves fighting over the Italian hunk, even having a rival pancake competition before he chose Ekin-Su. Love Island bombshell Nathalia sparks bust-up with OG Islander as villa holds its breath Nathalia later revealed that she faced horrific online bullying after returning to the UK, leaving her distraught. But rather than feel too sad for too long, She said at the time: 'I have a boyfriend. He's not famous, he's a restaurant owner from Mayfair. He's always feeding me nice food so it's all good and I'm happy. 'I knew him before Love Island, I met him a year ago and we started seeing each other and then we stopped and then we started and then we stopped, and it was a long story over a year ago. Now we're in a good place.' 7 The star showed off a sparkling diamond ring and a giant bouquet of flowers Credit: Instagram 7 The star arrived on Love Island as a bombshell in 2022 Credit: Rex 7 The star found herself trying to win over the affections of Davide Sanclimenti in the villa Credit: Eroteme 7 The star happily posed with her new car Credit: Instagram
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island's Nathalia reveals millionaire boyfriend splashed out on £97k Porsche as she shows off new car and 100 roses
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EX-Love Island star Nathalia Campos has certainly been living a life of luxury since her time in the villa – now boasting a brand new £97k Porsche. The stunning star shared pics and video of the big reveal of the fancy stone grey motor, which has black leather interior. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Nathalia showed off her brand new wheels on Instagram Credit: Instagram 7 The bombshell is now completely loved up with her boyfriend Credit: Instagram 7 The star thanked 'manifestation' for getting her dream car Credit: Instagram With a grey cover hiding the wheels from view, Nathalia looked on at shock and delight as the shroud was whipped away, with the car surrounded by love heart balloons and a bouquet of roses. "I manifested it & I got it… ☺️🤍 new Porsche mama ," she wrote in a video. A second video declared: "100 roses & a Porsche key ☺️🩷 One post about it wasn't enough haha still pinching myself." Nathalia, who was wearing a cream dress, later shared pictures of her driving with her millionaire boyfriend in the passenger seat. READ MORE LOVE ISLAND fan fury 'What is that?' ask fans after Love Island's Lauren confronts Harrison over Toni The model and star has been careful not to share too much information about her man online, though has shared loved up pics with him as they jetset around the world together. Nathalia also frequently flaunts her high-end goods – including Hermes shoes, Holland Cooper shopping sprees and Chanel handbags. Most recently, the pair went to Goodwood Festival of Speed together, enjoying time as guests of Lambourghini and Ferrari. She has also shared that she is now stepmother to two children, with her other half sharing custody with their mother. Nathalia shot to fame when she appeared on the 2022 series of Love Island, entering as a bombshell and rocking one of the most beloved couples on the series – Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. Ekin-Su and Nathalia both found themselves fighting over the Italian hunk, even having a rival pancake competition before he chose Ekin-Su. Love Island bombshell Nathalia sparks bust-up with OG Islander as villa holds its breath Nathalia later revealed that she faced horrific online bullying after returning to the UK, leaving her distraught. But rather than feel too sad for too long, Nathalia later reconnected with an on/off boyfriend – a millionaire Mayfair restauranteur, and confirmed their relationship in 2023. She said at the time: 'I have a boyfriend. He's not famous, he's a restaurant owner from Mayfair. He's always feeding me nice food so it's all good and I'm happy. 'I knew him before Love Island, I met him a year ago and we started seeing each other and then we stopped and then we started and then we stopped, and it was a long story over a year ago. Now we're in a good place.' 7 The star showed off a sparkling diamond ring and a giant bouquet of flowers Credit: Instagram 7 The star arrived on Love Island as a bombshell in 2022 Credit: Rex 7 The star found herself trying to win over the affections of Davide Sanclimenti in the villa Credit: Eroteme
Scotsman
08-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Three surprising mistakes that are making homes too hot during this heatwave
Nathalia sofa in cool living room layout As we experience warmer summers, many households are finding their homes uncomfortably stuffy. Temperatures are regularly reaching over 30 degrees and, without air conditioning, these hot days can feel unbearable. From gorgeous Georgian town houses to jaw-dropping penthouses, converted campervans to bargain boltholes. Take a peek at the finest homes across the UK. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... According to interior expert, Chloe Barrow at Laura James, some small home styling choices could be inadvertently turning up the heat indoors. From furniture placement to soft furnishing swaps, Chloe reveals three common decor mistakes that may be contributing to your home feeling even more boiling than usual, especially during a heatwave. 1. Your Furniture Is Blocking Airflow 'Most people don't realise that placing large furniture pieces too close to walls can actually stifle air circulation. Air needs space to move, especially around naturally cooler areas like walls and floors. If your sofa or sideboard is pressed right up against the wall, you're limiting that airflow and trapping heat in pockets. Even just pulling pieces a few centimetres away can help fresh air move more freely through the space.' Nathalia sofa in cool living room layout 2. Your Rugs Are Making The Room Hotter Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Rugs are brilliant insulators, which is great for winter but not ideal when you're trying to cool down. Thick pile or large area rugs can trap heat, especially on hardwood or tiled floors that would otherwise stay naturally cooler. In summer, consider rolling up heavier rugs or replacing them with lightweight flatweave styles. Leaving certain high-traffic zones rug-free can also help lower the perceived temperature underfoot, making the space feel fresher and more breathable.' 3. You Opted for Blinds Instead of Curtains 'While blinds can look sleek, they often do little to block out heat. Thin slatted styles especially allow sunlight and warmth to seep in, which quickly raises the internal temperature. In contrast, curtains, especially those with a thermal or blackout lining, can significantly reduce heat from coming in. They create a thicker barrier between your home and the sun's rays, helping to keep rooms noticeably cooler. During summer, I recommend keeping curtains drawn during the hottest parts of the day to maintain a lower ambient temperature.' Chloe Barrow's insights serve as a valuable reminder that staying cool during a heatwave doesn't always require expensive gadgets or renovations. Sometimes, it's about working smarter with the space you already have. By addressing these commonly overlooked decor mistakes, households can reclaim a sense of freshness and comfort during the hottest months of the year. So, before investing in fans or portable AC units, take a closer look at your home's layout and furnishings. You might already have the tools to beat the heat.
Scotsman
08-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Three surprising mistakes that are making homes too hot during this heatwave
Nathalia sofa in cool living room layout As we experience warmer summers, many households are finding their homes uncomfortably stuffy. Temperatures are regularly reaching over 30 degrees and, without air conditioning, these hot days can feel unbearable. From gorgeous Georgian town houses to jaw-dropping penthouses, converted campervans to bargain boltholes. Take a peek at the finest homes across the UK. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... According to interior expert, Chloe Barrow at Laura James, some small home styling choices could be inadvertently turning up the heat indoors. From furniture placement to soft furnishing swaps, Chloe reveals three common decor mistakes that may be contributing to your home feeling even more boiling than usual, especially during a heatwave. 1. Your Furniture Is Blocking Airflow 'Most people don't realise that placing large furniture pieces too close to walls can actually stifle air circulation. Air needs space to move, especially around naturally cooler areas like walls and floors. If your sofa or sideboard is pressed right up against the wall, you're limiting that airflow and trapping heat in pockets. Even just pulling pieces a few centimetres away can help fresh air move more freely through the space.' Nathalia sofa in cool living room layout 2. Your Rugs Are Making The Room Hotter Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Rugs are brilliant insulators, which is great for winter but not ideal when you're trying to cool down. Thick pile or large area rugs can trap heat, especially on hardwood or tiled floors that would otherwise stay naturally cooler. In summer, consider rolling up heavier rugs or replacing them with lightweight flatweave styles. Leaving certain high-traffic zones rug-free can also help lower the perceived temperature underfoot, making the space feel fresher and more breathable.' 3. You Opted for Blinds Instead of Curtains 'While blinds can look sleek, they often do little to block out heat. Thin slatted styles especially allow sunlight and warmth to seep in, which quickly raises the internal temperature. In contrast, curtains, especially those with a thermal or blackout lining, can significantly reduce heat from coming in. They create a thicker barrier between your home and the sun's rays, helping to keep rooms noticeably cooler. During summer, I recommend keeping curtains drawn during the hottest parts of the day to maintain a lower ambient temperature.'
