The CountryGovt proposes biggest infrastructure project since 1980sThe Government is investigating options for a 'game-changing' scheme at Lake Onslow.26 Jul 01:51 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryA town called Tarras: Why Christchurch Airport wants to expandA town famous for its hermit sheep could have Dreamliners landing there in coming years.23 Jul 05:00 AM
The CountryRevealed: Which regions are driving NZ's emissions?Canterbury's cows singled out alongside Auckland's cars for driving NZ emissions.23 Jul 12:00 AM
The CountryChilly wintry blast: Deep snow in deep south; storm-force gales in Hawke's BayParts of the South Island are waking to a chilly but stunning winter wonderland.22 Jul 08:46 PM
The CountryNew 'world-class' airport mooted for Central OtagoChristchurch Airport has just unveiled a proposal for a new airport in the Tarras region.22 Jul 06:25 AM
The CountryPork farmer predicts 'massive' productivity drop"What the Government is lacking is the understanding that you cannot train experience."22 Jul 02:55 AM
The CountryCouple spend $20k searching for dogs: 'They are family ... we're not giving up on them'Couple say they won't stop looking for their missing dogs Dice and Weed.19 Jul 06:02 AM
The CountryFarmer's upsetting diagnosis after shrugging off headachesOtago man hasn't been given a positive prognosis, but he is set out to "prove them wrong".15 Jul 07:52 AM
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 CountryWhat could smelter closure mean for rivers?What might reduced hydro generation mean for southern rivers?12 Jul 08:07 PM
The CountryFarmer upset at being charged rates for land lost to erosionLand washed away after Meridian Energy hydro-electric storage spill on the Waitaki River.09 Jul 08:32 PM
The CountryMiniature horse killer appeals sentenceHorse killed with 41 stab wounds, now man who admitted doing it is appealing his sentence.07 Jul 06:58 PM
The CountryReport shows swell in demand for irrigation in North OtagoCompany's report to Waitaki District Council shows strong demand for irrigation.07 Jul 03:37 AM
The CountryStrath Taieri - the new food bowl of Dunedin?Strath Taieri Irrigation Co. believes the traditional farming district could diversify.07 Jul 12:23 AM
The CountryChicken virus in NZ blocking exports to Australia until 2021NZ poultry import halt will result in about $60m in lost trade annually.05 Jul 09:14 PM
The CountryFears township could be 'shut down' without urgent actionWaipori Falls residents concerned over the township's ageing infrastructure.01 Jul 10:17 PM
The CountryMeat the Need: North Otago farmers donate to charityKate Faulks is among the first in NZ to contribute to a new meat donation service.30 Jun 10:45 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 CountryOtago dairy cow named Valden Cow of the Year"We affectionately call her 'The General' because of her no-nonsense attitude".26 Jun 01:45 AM
The CountryRegenerative farmers enjoying greener pasturesHamish Bielski says his farm business is already showing clear productivity gains.24 Jun 02:15 AM
The CountryBrutal cold forces Southerners to scrape ice off their cars - and cowsThe coldest spot in Otago and Southland was Wedderburn, which recorded -7.8 degC.22 Jun 08:41 PM
The CountryFrench couple find work at Central Otago worm farmJulien Ferrero and Lucie Kervazo are not afraid to work with tigers — tiger worms that is.16 Jun 04:10 AM
The CountryPork programme win-win for farmers, whānau"There's been a lot of 'wow, we haven't been able to afford pork in years'."14 Jun 08:42 PM
The CountryColdest June morning in five years: Otago town shivers at -12.3CMiddlemarch has registered New Zealand's coldest June temperature since 2015.13 Jun 06:30 PM
The CountryVanuatuan seasonal workers stranded in Central OtagoMore than 700 Vanuatuan seasonal workers left stranded by Covid-19 border closures.10 Jun 12:00 AM
The CountryFarmer group aims for 150 per cent lambingThe Hogget 150 group has nine farmer members from throughout the southern region.09 Jun 11:28 PM
The CountryQueen's Birthday Honour for Palmerston ploughmanNoel Sheat received the Honour for his services to ploughing and the community.09 Jun 10:15 PM
The CountryTwo cases referred to Otago Southland winter grazing groupIntervention groups to monitor winter grazing practices after issues raised last year.09 Jun 09:00 PM
The CountryMoving Day: Cows shifted calmly using horses"It really was an amazing day, there was no stress for the cows or us".09 Jun 08:44 PM
The CountryEarnscleugh Sale: Angus Bull top price $15,000Earnscleugh Station's 35th annual bull sale last week was $15,000.09 Jun 08:33 PM
The CountryDamien O'Connor visits TelfordO'Connor described the educational facility as a "potentially huge asset" for NZ farming.05 Jun 04:31 AM
The CountryWeather stays fine for Otago sharemilkers' moveMatt and Ella King were part of Moving Day, a mass migration of dairy farmers.01 Jun 09:50 PM
The CountryOtago/Southland duck-shooters anticipate superior seasonThe 2020 duck-shooting season is set to be the best in years in Southland and Otago.26 May 07:00 PM
