Bore drillers are being rushed off their feet as drought-hit farmers in New South Wales search to find groundwater on their properties.

Landowners already paying for water to be carted to their farms are turning to drillers for a long-term solution.

To find out how dire the situation is, rural reporter, Sophie Clarke caught up with Central West Water Bores owner, Michael O'Neil.

Bore drillers are being rushed off their feet as drought-hit farmers in New South Wales search to find groundwater on their properties.
Landowners already paying for water to be carted to their farms are turning to drillers for a long-term solution.
To find out how dire the situation is, rural reporter, Sophie Clarke caught up with Central West Water Bores owner, Michael O'Neil.

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