Commonwealth water policy blamed for loss of 78 jobs at rice giant

ABC News reports that SunRice, Australia's largest rice producer, is cutting seventy-eight jobs in the Riverina region and restructuring ninety-two positions. The company confirmed the changes after consulting with staff and unions for a month. Local council officials blame Commonwealth water policy and water buybacks for the job losses.

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