The CountryThe tiny iwi that sold a dream and is reaping the awardsWhakatōhea Mussels' factory promises to create dozens more jobs in a boost for the town.20 Jul 09:43 PM
The Country'A soulmate, father and a friend': Family mourns fishermanThe body of missing fisherman Martin Suttie has been recovered from Lake Wakatipu.16 Jul 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPossum fur industry needs fashion supportShoppers can support local pest control and the environment by buying possum products.15 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryWhat's that fish? Fisherman's strange catch in OpunakeThe fish is the first of its species to be recorded on the west coast of New Zealand.14 Jul 10:46 PM
The CountryMan sentenced for 'unprecedented' non-reporting of 11 tonnes of crayfish and pāuaThe non-reported amount of fish was valued at nearly $900,000.13 Jul 10:27 PM
The CountrySearch resumes for fisherman missing on Lake WakatipuCoastguard and emergency services from Glenorchy hunted in vain into the night.12 Jul 11:19 PM
The CountryTahr decision keeps all sides happyJustice Dobson ruled Doc must "reconsider its decision" to proceed with eradication plan.10 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryPlan to cull tahr 'unlawful and unfair', High Court hearing toldJudicial review hearing held against DOC's culling programme of tahr in the South Island.08 Jul 08:35 PM
The CountryClimate change major disruptor to seafood sector - reportClimate change could see migration of prized Kiwi species such as snapper and kingfish.07 Jul 03:42 AM
The CountryHunters question DoC on tahr plansThe Department of Conservation is in the gun again over the way it is consulting hunters.06 Jul 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCommercial fishers in the dark about full camera cost hitCommercial fishers not worried about cameras - just the cost information void.05 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryToxic shellfish warning for Hawke's BayShellfish collected in Hawke's Bay may lead to health issues and even death.04 Jul 09:13 PM
The CountryOther hunting options limited: Tahr FoundationHelicopter restrictions make it difficult for hunters to find other places to hunt tahr.02 Jul 10:16 PM
The CountryFishing restrictions could create major job lossesNew restrictions to protect endangered dolphins will impact at least five iwi.02 Jul 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMussel ban flouted, delicacy's future at risk - kaumātuaFears grandchildren will miss out on mussels if people keep ignoring ban.02 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryOne hunter fails to walk out of Northland bushPolice launch search after a hunter fails to walk out of bush.02 Jul 02:58 AM
The CountryTahr cull: Fears deer next in Government's sightsTahr Foundation objects to DoC's plan to shoot all tahr in two Sth Island national parks.02 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCollapsed in a river, her breath stopped for 18 minutesHeather Macdonald was dead when pulled from the freezing Tongariro River. CPR saved her.30 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountryTahr Foundation and Forest and Bird butt heads over cullingHunters and conservationists are fighting over DoC's proposed tahr culling programme.30 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFirst peek at $4.5m, 22-metre fishing vesselThe $4.5m, 72-foot (22m) boat is being built in Opua for Northland fishing brothers.28 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountryNew cod limits criticised by Otago fishersA traffic light system replaces the southeast coast's 30-fish bag limit,28 Jun 07:46 PM
The CountryVolker Kuntzsch: Untapped opportunities at seaThough 96% of NZ is ocean, we largely talk about land.25 Jun 04:58 PM
The CountryIncreased dolphin protection plan 'a bitter pill to swallow' - fisherPlans to protect Māui dolphins another kick in the guts say commercial fishers.25 Jun 02:50 AM
The CountryMussel warning after spike in food poisoningNew Zealand Food Safety urging people to ensure the shellfish they eat is properly cooked.23 Jun 03:02 AM
The CountryBack for more: female anglers return to TūrangiTongariro River Motel's second annual women's fly fishing tournament kicks off next week.17 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryShortest-day hunt great opportunity for duck huntersThe shortest day will provide duck hunters maximum hunting opportunities.16 Jun 09:59 PM
The CountryCommon sense solution for farmer firearms endorsements - FedsFeds thanks NZ First for "common sense approach to this matter".16 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryPoacher forced to surrender firearm, boatLandowner says penalty for poacher sends "one hell of a message" to community.15 Jun 09:18 PM
The Country'It is very special': Volunteers give Tauranga Sport Fishing Club a makeoverBagshaw said they helped to rip up carpets, paint the walls and fit new lights13 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountrySwazi staff glad to be back at work"We had a lot of staff input into the process of starting manufacturing again."04 Jun 07:57 AM
The CountryHauraki Gulf crayfish take slashed in half - scientists say not enough'A bag limit is pretty meaningless when you can't even catch one.'28 May 02:10 AM
The CountryHunters need to be cleaning equipmentHunters not cleaning their equipment can lead to unwanted freshwater pest in waterways.28 May 02:00 AM
The CountryChilly start to Taupō duck shooting seasonTemperatures of -8C for duck shooters on Lake Otamangakau, Taupō.27 May 05:00 PM
