The CountryMinister accepts health system in crisis amid rural hospital staff shortagesTwo small hospitals are reportedly using teleheath to service overnight patients.30 Jul 12:24 AM
The CountryRural communities in Central Hawke’s Bay connected again more than 16 months after cycloneThe council has achieved more than 95% “done and dusted” by the deadline of June 30.30 Jul 12:18 AM
The CountryJacqueline Rowarth: What NZ needs to double its exports in 10 yearsOPINION: Doubling exports' value within 10 years takes more than restating the goal.29 Jul 11:45 PM
The Country'It worked really well': Kerikeri orchard trials alternatives to Hi CaneA Kerikeri orchard is having success using alternatives to controversial chemical spray.29 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryExperimental vineyard to help hone wine productionThe facility is the newest addition to the New Zealand Wine Centre.29 Jul 10:45 PM
The CountryFerries off amid forecasters' warning of winter blast, flooding, damaging galesDamage to trees and powerlines, and flooding, is possible this week.29 Jul 07:35 PM
The CountryHenderson Dairy recalls two batches of raw milk productThe products may contain listeria, says New Zealand Food Safety.29 Jul 06:11 PM
The CountryNinety Mile mussel spat on mission to save Hauraki Gulf marine environmentNinety Mile Beach mussels helping to save Hauraki Gulf marine system.29 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmer confidence remains at 'stubbornly low levels'Feds’ latest Farm Confidence survey shows it has fallen since the start of the year.29 Jul 03:00 AM
The CountryResearch casts doubt on plantain's role in mitigating nitrogen leaching'It does have a role, but not necessarily as a solution to nitrogen mitigation.'29 Jul 02:13 AM
The CountryWayne Langford talks farm confidence on The CountryWayne Langford, David Seymour, Phil Duncan, Karen Morrish, Dave Courtney.29 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryKiwis end shearing test series in WalesNZ comfortably beaten by Wales in test series, but good news for Te Kūiti's Jack Fagan.28 Jul 11:55 PM
The CountryHoney exporter Comvita sinks to $16.8m lossComvita blames trading conditions in China and non-recurring costs.28 Jul 10:28 PM
The CountryToo full to take the bait? Rabbit cull delayed amid food boom'There is a lot of feed around at the moment and the weather is warmer than anticipated.'28 Jul 10:27 PM
The Country33 hours of snow: MetService issues raft of warnings ahead of three-day storm hitting NZIncoming system set to deliver widespread wind, rain - and a potential heavy dump of snow.28 Jul 07:47 PM
The CountryCommunity groups call for cash as they fight to help safeguard native speciesA major report lays bare problems faced by NZ's crucially-important conservation groups.28 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryRural ladies who lunch: Gemma McCaw coming to DannevirkeTararua Rural Support Trust encouraging ladies off the farm for day of connection and fun.28 Jul 04:00 PM
The CountryOcean warming threatens multi-million dollar losses for NZ fishing sectorScientists say warming could soon hit a tipping point for catch rates in NZ fisheries.28 Jul 02:05 AM
The CountrySoil Sisters bringing people together on the land"There’s a real magic that happens when we get together and put our hands in the Earth.”27 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryWhen durian meets hotpot: ‘Stinky’ viral dish hits AucklandHerald journalist tries durian hotpot for the first time and finds it 'yummy'27 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryBeefing up farm aid in the 70s"To encourage farmers to build storage for winter feed the Government is to provide aid."27 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Real can of worms': No quick methane fix for farmers“There is nothing to replace agriculture. That’s the bottom line."27 Jul 04:59 PM
The CountryFirst heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blastA large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.27 Jul 01:19 AM
The CountryWorker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in WaikatoPolice were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.27 Jul 01:11 AM
The CountryNew highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?26 Jul 08:07 PM
The CountryQuirky town split over need for Burger King and StarbucksSome see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.26 Jul 08:02 PM
The CountryTwo by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international successWaretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.26 Jul 06:00 PM
The Country'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”26 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMatt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing backThe former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryEquine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeysThe tranquil environment also contributes positively to therapeutic outcomes for clients.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryFrom gross to gorgeous: My leek odysseyOpinion: As a child I detested leeks.26 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryListening to the science at Owl FarmThe dairy farm is a venture at St Peter’s School and a well-known demonstration farm.26 Jul 04:59 PM
The CountryPumpkin plenty sends price plummetingA bountiful crop of pumpkins this year means prices have fallen.26 Jul 04:45 AM
The CountryThe Country: How Trish Rankin Meats the NeedRichard McIntyre, Trish Rankin, Chris Brandolino, Paul Walker, Barry Soper.26 Jul 02:00 AM
