The CountrySaffron crop high in value, low in volumeSaffron is the world's most expensive spice and can fetch up to $30,000 a kg06 Apr 10:38 PM
The CountryOtago Peninsula farmland subdivision approved"It's just a shame we had to jump through so many hoops."06 Apr 09:57 PM
The CountryPlane crash pair a 'lovely couple'Locals shocked and devastated by the death of a young couple in a plane crash.03 Apr 06:00 PM
The CountryKaka Point microlight crash victims namedPolice have released the names of two people killed in the microlight crash yesterday.03 Apr 04:21 AM
The CountryForestry, fishing, mining underpin growth in Otago's gross domestic productOtago Chamber of Commerce upbeat about the next five to seven years in Otago31 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryRabbit virus release delayed in OtagoHopes dashed after delay in releasing a new variant of rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus.22 Mar 09:43 PM
The Country'Fail grade' for NZ's environmental futureNZ's economic growth is "approaching its environmental limits", a once-a-decade environmental report card says.20 Mar 07:30 PM
The Country'Disgusting' act of cruelty against horseA wild horse had to be killed after it was severely injured in an attack.07 Mar 10:22 PM
The CountryHenry the rooster lives to see another dayHenry the wily rooster dodged a bullet yesterday and had his deadline extended.03 Mar 10:48 PM
The CountryWatch: Shocking footage of bad drivingThe driver, captured in footage shot on the Crown Range, ignored repeated efforts to make him pull over.20 Feb 08:01 PM
The CountryHigh country station sold to AmericanMystery surrounds the American buyer of a high country station on the shore of Lake Hawea.20 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryRabbit virus brings hope to farmersFarmers in Central Otago hope a new method of biological control will give them some respite from the rabbit problem.16 Feb 08:55 PM
The CountryNZ seeing 'the worst' of fire seasonNew Zealand is now experiencing the worst of the fire season, a top officer says, with a dangerous combination of high temperatures and low relative humidity creating tinder-dry conditions across eastern hot-spots.14 Feb 04:15 AM
The CountryVirus 'won't be the silver bullet we're all looking for'Reports of high rabbit numbers around Central Otago and the Central Lakes district may be a thing of the past if a new strain of the 07 Feb 10:43 PM
The CountryBig wet, bone-dry: A tale of two summersWhile the eastern region swelters in one of the most rain-deprived Januaries in more than a century, some western areas have been drenched.31 Jan 02:05 AM
The CountrySpace-generated data could boost crops, save thousandsSpace-generated data will create more efficient irrigation and maximise crop yields, potentially saving farmers thousands of dollars, Alexandra farmer Gary Kelliher says.31 Jan 12:36 AM
The CountryTeviot Valley to host Young Farmers regional finalTeviot Valley Young Farmers Club is hosting the Otago-Southland regional final of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year on February 18.29 Jan 09:10 PM
The Country'Old school' milk in high demandGlass bottled, pasteurised full-cream milk "straight from the vat" is making a comeback.24 Jan 09:29 PM
The CountrySouthland town cut off by floodingA small Southland town has been completely cut off after this weekend's wild weather.22 Jan 09:27 PM
The Country1080 drop postponedThis weekend's planned predator-control 1080 aerial drop by the Department of Conservation in the Makarora and Wilkin Valleys has 19 Jan 09:25 PM
The CountryOrchardists scramble to deal with rainAs parts of the region are battered by rain, Central Otago orchardists are assessing the damage ahead of Chinese New Year celebrations. The 19 Jan 08:34 PM
The CountryXmas week weather: Gusts, rain, sunIf variety is the spice of life, this week is set to be a lively one.18 Dec 05:24 PM
The Country16 job losses at Telford confirmedA decision to cut 16 jobs at Telford is "gutting" for the region, Clutha Mayor Bryan Cadogan says. Lincoln University yesterday 16 Dec 06:37 PM
The CountryReport into 1080 use releasedEnvironmental Protection Authority report finds a number of incidents on the West Coast including one where someone removed signs when baits were still toxic.13 Dec 07:07 AM
The Country2016 event last for Strawberry Fare founderThis year's Waimate Strawberry Fare is the last one for the woman who founded it 32 years ago.08 Dec 10:31 PM
The CountryBlossom Festival surplus $30,500The Alexandra Blossom Festival is in the black seven years running.08 Dec 09:56 PM
The CountryMap, guidelines to help stop spray driftGrape growers are hoping highlighting the location of vineyards around the district will minimise the threat of multimillion-dollar 07 Dec 10:10 PM
The CountryFallow deer good meat and 'brilliant' petsIt was a misconception fallow deer were difficult to handle - "they are funny animals but no problem to handle"29 Nov 10:21 PM
The CountryDry, windy day for much of the countryNew Zealand is in for a relatively dry day today with areas of morning cloud and isolated showers in the north, clearing around midday and becoming mostly sunny.19 Nov 07:40 PM
The CountryFirst the quakes, now the stormHeavy rain and wind is forecast to batter the upper South Island and lower North Island this afternoon.13 Nov 05:11 PM
The CountryTop of the Hops: Steamer Basin's Paul KellyThis week on Top of the Hops Dom George from The Country Early Edition is chatting with Paul Kelly from Dunedin husband and wife boutique 11 Nov 01:24 AM
The CountryManuherikia irrigation scheme concerns airedLifestylers are questioning what is in it for them in regards to a potential wide-spread irrigation scheme in the Manuherikia and 05 Nov 07:16 PM
The CountryIncredible footage captured above NZA weather balloon with cameras attached has captured a stunning view of Central Otago from the sky.26 Oct 04:40 PM
The CountryDog travelled 700,000km on back of uteA 13-and-a-half-year-old golden retriever has clocked up a whopping 700,000km over the years.17 Oct 04:31 AM
