General News
4 March, 2025
Noble seeking senate seat
As the federal election fast approaches Carly Noble has been endorsed as the Australian Democrats second Senate candidate.
Previously a candidate for Loddon Shire Council elections last year, securing 12.33 percent of the vote, Mrs Noble is no stranger to challenging odds.
Founded in 1977, the Australian Democrats have had a waning to absent presence in the Senate over the last 20 years. Ms Noble hopes to change that with the upcoming Federal election to be held by May 17.
Despite the odds historically being stacked against them, Mrs Noble is excited to make a difference alongside the Australian Democrats similar values.
“I stand firm on valuing evidence-based science and problem solving, as well as fairness, transparency and accountability,” she said.
As someone who lives and farms at Arnold, breeding dual purpose cattle for local markets, she said she understands the issues facing farmers.
For example, Mrs Noble said she’s passionate about promoting the mental health and well-being of
rural and regional farming communities.
These sentiments follow the National Farmer Wellbeing Report, published in 2023, which found a decline in almost a third of farmer’s mental health over the previous few years.
In addition to other recommendations, the National Farmers’ Federation called on all levels of government to assess how they provide support to farming communities mental health and well-being.
Beyond mental health Mrs Noble recognises the volatile effects climate change has on seasonal conditions.
“I am a longtime advocate for policies that minimise the effects of climate change on farmers and am a proud supporter of Farmers for Climate Action,” she said.
If Mrs Noble is able to buck the trend she aims to be an advocate for the domestic supply chain and the importance she said it brings to farmers around Australia.
“For the economy to remain strong we do need a plan that builds sustainability and resilience across the whole agri-food industry in Australia. I am a long-time circular economy student and continue to promote the importance that recycling offers within industries,” she said.
Alongside Mrs Noble is Heath McKenzie, a business development manager for a major producer of vegetable seedlings, which supplies farmers around Australia. Mr McKenzie supports an economy that’s good for people as well as the environment.