The CountryTairāwhiti councillors divided on freshwater planningGisborne councillors ponder whether to wait for national guidance on freshwater planning.06 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryLeaderBrand chief executive Richard Burke leaving role at end of yearNew leadership at horticultural business next year as McPhail brothers take over.06 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryPerson injured after being trapped in machinery at Waikato animal feed plantOne ambulance crew responded and treated a patient with minor injuries at the scene.06 Sep 05:10 AM
The Country'I can’t get my head around it': Brother questions mysterious circumstances around deathCranston, 43, died when he was struck by a vehicle while walking his dog in Raglan.06 Sep 04:28 AM
The Country'Good start': Post-cyclone whitebait ban over as catchers make up for lost timeThe season didn't go ahead for most of last year after rāhui put in place.06 Sep 02:46 AM
The Country$125k of funding available for Rotorua rural projectsCommunity encouraged to submit proposals for consideration.06 Sep 02:36 AM
The CountryReport reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beachOliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.06 Sep 02:13 AM
The CountryThe Country: Rural banking with ANZ boss Antonia WatsonAntonia Watson, Sir Peter Beck, J Corkran, Nigel Woodhead, Blair Drysdale, C Brandolino.06 Sep 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy exporters in USA gloomy over China demand outlookThe US update notes China’s efforts to grow its own milk production.06 Sep 12:01 AM
The CountryJudges praise high standards in Hawke’s Bay wine tourism at prestigious awardsKate Radburnd named F.A.W.C! Hawke's Bay Legend 2024 for contributions to the wine sector.06 Sep 12:00 AM
The CountryHow every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.05 Sep 11:50 PM
The CountryHydrogen powered milk tanker hits the roadHydrogen-powered heavy vehicles are still an emerging technology.05 Sep 11:34 PM
The CountryFoot-and-mouth outbreak could cost NZ $14.3bThe disease, caused by a contagious virus, affects cloven-hooved animals.05 Sep 10:19 PM
The CountryAussie farmers to get fix for methane-laced cow burps before NZTests show a single dose reduces a cow's methane emissions be three-quarters for 100 days.05 Sep 09:57 PM
The Country'No further action': Takeovers Panel ruling on SynlaitThe panel will take no action over the Bright Dairy, a2 Milk plan for Synlait.05 Sep 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'My horse thinks better than human beings': Road riders want Govt intervention to stop bad driving'I’ve been trying to get insurance because I’m going to collect a car one day.'05 Sep 06:00 PM
The CountryDairy products take the coastal route to marketSome of Northland’s dairy exports are heading out of the area by sea instead of road.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Accident waiting to happen': Concern over dog attacks on vineyard sheepSheep are often left to roam free in vineyards to help keep the grass and weeds down.05 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryKaipara Harbour snapper with higher aluminium levels okay to eat if healthyAs long as snapper are not showing 'zombie' symptoms, they can be safely eaten.05 Sep 04:04 AM
The Country'Highly careless or even negligent': Farm manager fined $52k for effluent pollutionAn experienced Bay of Plenty farm manager has been fined for illegal effluent discharge.05 Sep 03:20 AM
The CountryDo you really need to wash your fruit and vegetables?"For goodness' sake, you don’t wash your fruit and vegetables in dishwashers.”05 Sep 02:58 AM
The CountryWayne Langford talks calving and banking on The CountryWayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, Chris Russell, Richard Appleby, Jamie Mackay.05 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryFarming leader concerned over land and water changesChanges include take & use of water, wetland construction & agricultural intensification.04 Sep 10:09 PM
The Country'Struggling': Beekeepers expect to make a loss this season'It’s tough at the moment but hopefully it can turn a corner at some stage.'04 Sep 10:01 PM
The CountrySynlait lifts 2024/25 milk price to $8.60/kgThe dairy and infant formula maker is in the middle of a $217.8m capital raise.04 Sep 09:46 PM
The CountryAxemen — and women — neededA working bee for the club will be held on October 19-20.04 Sep 08:15 PM
The CountryThe Country Fast Five: Meet Cam Heggie, auctioneer extraordinaireCam Heggie is such a legend he answered 15 questions instead of five.04 Sep 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFishy claims: Supermarket seafood brands accused of greenwashingResearchers find green claims on many products can't be backed up.04 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryGerman newcomer sees potential in Gisborne applesA German-owned company is investing in Gisborne's apple industry with an orchard purchase.04 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryHeritage seeds 'the key to our future'Pair started collecting heritage fruit trees in the 1980s while living in Kaiwaka.04 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountryWant to be featured in The Country Fast Five?Tell us all about yourself and you could feature in The Country Fast Five.04 Sep 02:01 AM
The CountryFarming at home and away with Hamish MarrAndrew Murray, Kelvin Wickham, Hamish Marr, Hunter McGregor, Janine Mallon.04 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryAgricultural aviators hit out at proposed 'tax on a tax'Commercial agricultural operators could face operations safety levy increase of up to 47%.03 Sep 10:29 PM
The CountryA small dip in prices at latest GDT auctionThe GDT auction dipped slightly this week after a 5.5% increase two weeks ago.03 Sep 09:04 PM
