Prime Minister Scott Morrison is facing criticism from farmers who say his government’s three-pronged drought response strategy lacks a comprehensive policy, but Morrison insists it is sufficient.
President of the National Farmers’ Federation, Fiona Simson, shared her concerns yesterday, saying “Australia can go no further without a strategic and sophisticated approach to drought”.
Mr Morrison is defending the coalition’s strategy, saying it focuses on supporting rural communities, immediate action and long-term preparedness.