The CountryPlane crash believed to be caused by rabbit holeA police spokeswoman said reports suggest the aircraft experienced a ''hard landing''.22 Mar 06:39 PM
The CountryCanterbury/North Otago Dairy Industry Awards winners announcedDinuka and Nadeeka Gamage are the 2021 Canterbury/North Otago Share Farmers of the Year.21 Mar 08:00 PM
The CountryBilly and Bongo hot on the tail of feral catsPest controller Billy Barton hunts feral cats with trusty sidekick Bongo Fury the spaniel.17 Mar 11:15 PM
The CountryVelvet shifting from medicine to health foodKiwi deer industry starting to see velvet as a health-food ingredient.16 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryJack Frost tipped to make appearanceMetservice says there is a possibility of light frosts in parts of Otago and Southland.15 Mar 06:48 PM
The CountryGlenmore Station's winning merino ram fleece nearly perfectWill and Emily Murray defended their title to win grand champion prize Wanaka A&P Show.14 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountrySomething for everyone at Wanaka A&P ShowThe sun shone, the crowds came and everyone had a fabulous time.14 Mar 09:45 PM
The CountryHomeward bound: Wandering mates now in the dog boxKunekune pig, Ginger, took his best friend, Ace the dog on a trip up Mt Cargill.14 Mar 07:06 PM
The CountryCentral Otago farmers say proposed dam safety rules 'scary'Central Otago water group says new regulations will cause stress and expense to farmers.10 Mar 03:30 AM
The CountryShepherding takes a turn for new mum"I sold most of my dogs and I have just had to simplify things for now."10 Mar 02:45 AM
The CountryConnection and sustainability themes at Wanaka A&P Show"Our Place" exhibition will include a bike which makes juice as the rider pedals.10 Mar 01:15 AM
The CountryInterest grows in Central Otago Merino Junior Judging DayOrganisers delighted with entry numbers for 2021 competition at Earnscleugh Station.10 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryFrom Chicago to Middlemarch: 'I'm loving life here'Chicagoan Michelle Tisdall is helping to organise the upcoming Strath Taieri A&P Show.09 Mar 09:30 PM
The CountryExtreme weather events predicted for Otago in long termClimate change puts the region at risk of more intense rainfall, drought and extreme heat.09 Mar 08:37 PM
The CountryOtago farmer frustrated by wintering shed consent processFred Doherty just wants to build a shed to keep his cattle warm and dry.08 Mar 03:30 AM
The CountrySun shines on Paddock Golf tournamentFewer entries to Paddock Golf tournament to stick to alert level restrictions.08 Mar 02:45 AM
The Country'We're mourning': Farmers disappointed at sale of well-loved pubClarks Junction Hotel had a colourful history of more than 150 years.08 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountrySam Hodsell wins Otago/Southland Young Farmer finalThe 50/50 sharemilker took out the top spot with a knockout score of 512 points.07 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountryEnvironment Court to decide fate of water permits in OtagoThe future of water rights in Otago is headed to court this morning.07 Mar 08:30 PM
The Country'Shaggy swamp monster' loses 16kg fleeceThe sheep had been roaming around Scroggs Hill for at least two years.07 Mar 06:47 PM
The CountrySalmon no-show: 200 unlucky entrants at fishing competitionThe competition prizes totalled $10,000 but no-one caught a salmon.07 Mar 06:35 PM
The CountryFarming family's diverse and flexible approach pays offSteve and Vicki Sanders encourage their children to have interests outside the farm.06 Mar 05:00 PM
The CountryCentral Otago grape harvest gets under wayPinot noir grapes were being harvested yesterday, with chardonnay soon to follow.04 Mar 12:45 AM
The CountryPrison inmates gain dairying skillsInmates work on a dairy farm in hope of a brighter future.03 Mar 11:45 PM
The Country'Passionate' Southlanders queue for oysters after successful start to seasonBarnes Oysters has caught 3000 dozen since the season began on Monday.02 Mar 08:55 PM
The CountrySupermarket giant hit by spinach shortageHeavy rain across New Zealand has affected its supply of spinach leaves.02 Mar 06:50 PM
The Country'Truly grateful': Wanaka Show to go ahead if alert level 1 returnsOrganisers have gained the financial amount required for the show to continue as planned.02 Mar 06:15 PM
The CountryLasers used as bird deterrent at Central Otago vineyardLasers at Ewing Stevens' vineyard to replace labour intensive and expensive bird netting.26 Feb 03:30 AM
The CountryBody found at Otago property following tree fireEmergency services were called just before 5pm.25 Feb 06:38 AM
The Country'Pies' keeps the cattle flowingMark "Pies" Willocks has been droving livestock at Balclutha Saleyards for about 15 years.24 Feb 09:45 PM
The CountryCatlins farmer saddles up for his 29th Otago Goldfields CavalcadeThis year will be 79-year-old Marty Miller's 29th Otago Goldfields Cavalcade.24 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryFog gives way to tough competition at Strath Taieri Collie Club dog trialsAbout 35 shepherds vied for prize money and points at the two-day event.23 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryOtago Rural Support Trust there for anyone having 'tough time'"There is benefit in sharing information ... A problem shared is a problem halved."23 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryHuntaway Lace breaks record at Lawrence dog saleThe price paid for Lace was the highest in the more than 10 year history of the dog sale.23 Feb 09:45 PM
