The government's claim that its buying spree in the far west isn't affecting land values might look right on a spreadsheet in Sydney, but out there, it's a very different story.

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The renewed push to purchase large pastoral stations and convert them into national parks is reshaping the rural landscape and not without consequence.

In triumphant acquisition announcements, officials proudly declare that the newly purchased properties are essential for saving 'unique' birds and small mammals that, in the great twist of irony, have apparently managed to thrive al

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