Big numbers for the Wimbledon of shearing
'We are particularly pleased with the numbers of novice and junior entries.'
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Raetihi Collie Club hosted the Wanganui Centre Championships dog trials.
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Jack Fagan qualifies for shearing circuit showdown
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Meet the Outstanding Contribution to Rural Sports finalists
Three finalists up for title from harness racing, shearing sports and gumboot throwing.
Edible bale net takes the cake at Southern Field Days
Orepuki farmer Grant Lightfoot knew he was 'on to something' with Kiwi Eco Net.
Big weekend for Toa Henderson in lead-up to the Golden Shears
Results from the Taumarunui and Āpiti Sport Shears.
Dairy Industry awards not to be missed
The dairy industry awards attracted 340 entrants around the country.
Meet the Young Rural Sportsperson of the Year finalists
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Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch for week ending February 23
Pregnancy testing is underway for spring mated herds.
Rare breeds on show at Huiroa farm
From llamas to clydesdales, creatures great and small are on show at the Taranaki farm.
Pongaroa event helping farmers to de-stress
Jack Jensen is helping farmers build good memories.
Meet the Rural Sportswoman of the Year finalists
Three finalists from the worlds of harness racing, shearing and timbersports.
Tarata's sheep dog trials offer fun for all the family
Dogs and their handlers will show off their skills at an annual event in Tarata.
Meet the Rural Sportsman of the Year finalists
Three finalists are up for the title, from ploughing, Timbersports and sheepdog trials.
Stratford on target for third national shearing circuit title
Southland shearer the favourite to win the PGG Wrightson Vetmed National Shearing Circuit.
Outlook for Kaitāia A&P Show a sunny day with plenty of family fun
136th Kaitāia A&P Show set to shine, with a glorious Far North day expected.
Competition heats up on the road to Golden Shears
Five events last weekend as hundreds hit the road heading for the 'Wimbledon of Shearing'.
Finalists announced for 2024 NZ Rural Sports Awards
Awards to celebrate the rural sports community during NZ Rural Games weekend.
'I'm stoked': Aorangi Young Farmer of the Year announced
Pleasant Point young farmer and first-time competitor earns a spot at grand final.
Biggest annual event in Pahīatua expected to attract 150 competitors
Competitors are expected from New Zealand, Australia and as far as Scotland.
Stratford rural workshops to help farmers
Worm management and finance management are the focus of two upcoming events.
'Highlight of my day': Luxon competes in tractor-pull at Southern Field Days
Luxon says agriculture is 'the backbone of the New Zealand economy' at Gore event.
'It’s a hell of an experience': Farmers urged to take to the waves
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'I’m so happy': Pagan Rimene crowned top Otago woolhandler
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Farmers in their 70s keep shearing competition alive
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Kaitāia A&P Show has all the country attractions for 136th edition
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