The CountryWhy this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snapThis winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.03 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
The Country'Cat-shaped hole': Call to include feral cats in predator strategySome groups warned of the need to draw a clear line between feral and domestic cats.29 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryKiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket dealFounder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.27 May 05:00 PM
The Country'War stories': Experienced farmers a hit at Ag Pathways ProgrammeYoung farmers' brains were 'ticking over' listening to local farmers share their stories.25 May 11:04 PM
The Country'Strongest performers': Rural areas leading NZ's economic recoveryRural economies were buoyed by better prices for dairy, meat and horticulture exports.22 May 12:03 AM
Rural Property‘Exciting for the country’: Why the rural property market is set for springSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's GM for Real Estate predicts good sales for spring.15 May 08:30 PM
The CountryWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
The CountryHeavy rain, gales and thunderstorms to lash north, Banks Peninsula state of emergency extended A bunch of new alerts have been issued as wild weather hits the north tomorrow.08 May 06:17 AM
The CountryOldest living All Black Bill McCaw diesBill McCaw played five tests and 27 games for the All Blacks.06 May 11:09 PM
The CountryFarm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.05 May 09:07 PM
The CountryFrom drought to deluge: Record rainfall troubles Northland communitiesApril's rain in Whangārei reached 402mm, breaking records held since 1943.30 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountrySevere thunder, rain for top of North Island as winter blast hits southTemps in parts down to single digits. Auckland is in line for rain tonight. 29 Apr 01:53 AM
The Country'Exactly like a Canadian moose': Hikers report second Fiordland moose sighting this yearThe unverified sighting has not been reported to DoC.28 Apr 09:15 PM
The CountryBird flu eradicated at Otago poultry farmMPI staff will support Mainland Poultry’s Hillgrove farm as it is repopulated.28 Apr 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Our planning laws are a mess': Top CEO on 'whims and fancies' stopping big projectsMike Fuge says that is not appropriate when we have such an important job ahead26 Apr 12:00 AM
The CountryWhy this rural town expects a big crowd at its special Anzac Day serviceBetween 500 and 600 people, including Australians, are expected to attend.24 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Another wet weekend': Auckland, Northland brace for 'potentially severe' weatherWarm, humid air from the tropics shows potential for heavy falls. 24 Apr 07:00 AM
The Country'Quite a lot at times': Farming with a toddler in tow'If you're drafting, you have to keep one eye on him and one eye on the sheep.'22 Apr 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryChicken exports normalising after flu outbreak – MPI Chicken exports are getting back to normal, MPI says. 20 Apr 07:00 PM
The Country'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.16 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Incredibly rare' king penguin sighting at Otago beachThe rare sighting was described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'.15 Apr 07:16 AM
The CountryIs Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.15 Apr 01:00 AM
The CountryOn The Up: Rural doctor shortage - how one medical programme is solving the crisisWest Coast GP plays key role in University of Otago's Rural Medical Immersion Programme.14 Apr 05:05 PM
The CountryThe big chill: Kiwis wake to freezing temperatures as cold snap grips the countryAuckland had the highest early morning temperature at just 12C.09 Apr 09:25 PM
The CountryMatakanui Station wins top honour at Otago farm environment awardsEnvironmental stewardship and community involvement helped the Patersons take the title.09 Apr 09:02 PM
The CountryCameron Smith wins Otago Southland Young Farmer finalIt was Cameron Smith’s second time competing in the regional final.06 Apr 11:44 PM
The CountryHow intense lobbying got ministers to back down on baby formulaNew formula standards aimed to prioritise infant nutrition over profits.02 Apr 10:56 PM
The Country‘They will go blind’: Healthcare too inaccessible for Wānaka patients, new report findsSome residents travel seven hours for medical appointments.01 Apr 05:53 PM
OpinionCan red meat recover its glorious past?OPINION: New Zealand could tap into a hungry market – after all, the world loves meat.28 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Record year' for cherry exportsInformetrics data shows it's the first time exports have been valued at more than $100m.26 Mar 09:34 PM
The CountryContact to appeal $230m Southland wind farm denialContact will reapply for consent to build a 330MW wind farm near Wyndham, in Southland. 26 Mar 09:13 PM
The Country'Cavalier' fisherman fined $34k after failures onboard vessel during kina operationHe ignored warnings to fix the GPR device, which meant his boat was 'invisible'.18 Mar 09:40 PM
