S.A Jonas & T.E Jonas
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Micro abattoir approved in Victoria's Central Highlands improving animal welfare, profits for farmers - ABC News
Wednesday 27 May 2026 by
A micro abattoir has been given the green light for a farm in Victoria's Central Highlands. Key points:A micro abattoir to service local farms in Eganstown has been approved for developmentHepburn Shire councillors voted in favour of the on-farm proposal on Tuesday night, despite 30 objectionsThe operators say the abattoir will have benefits for animal welfare, the local economy and the processing supply chainAt a Hepburn Shire Council meeting on Tuesday night, a motion passed five to one, approving a planning permit to Jonai Farms, located in Eganstown, near Daylesford.The application passed with 45 conditions and ... Read more >
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The farmers who want to look their livestock in the eye before slaughter
Thursday 4 Apr 2024 by
Driven by decreasing access to major slaughterhouses, this small pork and beef farmer will build its own abattoir after fending off a VCAT challenge by neighbours. Read more >

