The CountryMayors push Govt for grower-led study after major food plant closure announcementsWill Foley and Wendy Schollum want central support for an independent feasibility study.15 May 04:47 AM
The CountryRural families hit harder by rising fuel costs, report finds'These numbers show the cost of living crisis is not being felt equally across NZ.'12 May 11:13 PM
PremiumThe CountryIkea parent snaps up Tararua forest as local footprint tops 43,000haThe 521ha Cypress Hill Forest boosts Ingka's New Zealand estate.12 May 12:58 AM
The Country‘Quite a chilly week’: Parts of NZ set for frost, ‘colder than normal’ temperatures10 May 05:00 PM
The CountryDriver rescued in south as weather ramps up, 140km/h gales and tornado risk approach08 May 12:30 AM
The CountryCentral regions to cop 140km/h gales, 30-plus hours of rain as storm system stalls over top of south07 May 12:14 AM
The Country'They won't last long': Former All Black involved in illegal home-kill pig operation06 May 01:12 AM
The CountryVineyard owner says gold mine would ruin region's pinot noir reputationResidents living under the proposed tailings dam fear a catastrophic failure.30 Apr 07:49 PM
The CountryTemperatures to plunge to single digits in parts of NZ this weekendDespite the cold, good weather conditions are on the way.30 Apr 07:10 PM
The CountryFrosty blast hits south as El Nino sets up drier winter for manySouthern centres such as Queenstown and Timaru could drop to 1C.29 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySpace cows: Halter hooks up with Elon Musk's Starlink - how the costs compareAnother world-first for the New Zealand ag-tech.28 Apr 11:44 PM
The Country‘Formidable’ El Niño looms: Dry spell risk for east and north, more rain in westThere is clear global consensus El Niño is coming this winter, Earth Sciences NZ says.28 Apr 06:00 PM
The CountryQueenstown’s landscape at risk as wilding pine funding falls short'Why would you bail a boat for 100 years if you could fix the leak?'27 Apr 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhat we should be talking about when it comes to mining in New ZealandOPINION: Mining is neither a cure-all nor an unmitigated disaster.27 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFinding their feet: Woolfi turns underused strong wool into global-ready slippersFiona McIlraith talks to Tom Raynel about her small wool shoe business Woolfi.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside the pro-mine movement gathering steam in Central OtagoThe group concedes its self-selected survey is not representative of the local region.25 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBusinesses unconcerned about consequences of NZ failing to uphold its end of the India FTAIndustry groups welcome Labour's backing of the India trade deal at the eleventh hour.23 Apr 06:42 AM
The CountryQueenstown farmer funds lift after hearing of dad carrying disabled daughterThe farmer, who wishes to remain anonymous, hopes his actions will encourage others.23 Apr 04:06 AM
The CountryFrench fashion-house Chanel signs deal with NZ high country stationLammermoor is NZ's largest organic farm and only certified organic fine wool producer.22 Apr 10:17 PM
The CountrySir Sam Neill abused, threatened with violence over Central Otago goldmine stanceHe also accused Resources Minister Shane Jones of making criticism 'personal'.21 Apr 09:42 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMining makeover: Fast-track bid adds heat to Reefton gold rushRua Gold seeks fast-track permission, wants application lodged before November election.21 Apr 03:00 AM
The CountryFresh weather warnings as weekend storm rolls inAlready-saturated regions are at risk of more slips and surface flooding.17 Apr 01:30 AM
The Country756 lightning bursts light up night sky as cold blast lashes lower South IslandWind gusts in Invercargill reached 100km/h as the system swept through.16 Apr 12:06 AM
The Country‘It’s not just a boys’ world' at the Methven Ute MusterThe Methven A&P show pays homage to the ute each year with its Ute Muster.12 Apr 10:45 PM
The CountryFarmer crushed in fatal quad bike rollover, coroner findsCoroner Heather McKenzie found an unsecured 20kg attachment caused the roll.06 Apr 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom fairway gap to fashion brand: How Fox & Birdie found its nichePrue Murdoch talks to Tom Raynel about her women's merino golf brand Fox & Birdie.05 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHigh-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourismThe previous owner is disappointed at its move away from being a working station. 02 Apr 07:09 PM
OpinionLNG v pumped hydro: Will NZ choose to import risk or build cleaner resilience?OPINION: Ditch LNG terminal and back Lake Onslow for true energy security.01 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLoad of bull? Start-up founder raises questions after R&D grant application rebuffedPLUS: Analyst swings from Xero foe to friend; what EECA blew on Mevo.31 Mar 11:29 PM
The Country'Intergenerational vision': Tapanui dairy farm wins environment awardLuke and Nicole Kane run a 700-cow dairy on their nearly 100-year-old family farm.31 Mar 10:57 PM
