The Country'They are extraordinary': A Kiwi couple's $150m gift to NZ wildlifeThe $150m will be spent over 10 years in massive conservation projects across New Zealand.06 Mar 09:00 PM
OpinionRichard Bedford: The unseen ways RSE employers help transform Pacific communitiesOPINION: A new MBIE survey captures responses from 44 Recognised Seasonal Employers.06 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryDeadly farm accidents: Farmers died days apart lifting vehicles with tractor forksThe son of one farmer said his father 'could have died a thousand times in other ways'. 05 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Tracking vigorously': Tropical system looms as sizzling heat and heavy rain approaches 05 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryHunter who broke ‘number one rule of hunting’ and shot dead young cancer survivor avoids jail03 Mar 07:38 PM
The CountryChilly wake up for Kiwis as autumn snap drags much of the country into single digit temps02 Mar 08:55 PM
The Country'Get ready for a cold snap': Autumn bites as temps plunge 6-8C below average01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumThe CountryBoutique winery bucks industry slump as Soho plots more overseas growth01 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryStorm-hit farmers fear they will not qualify for helpThe storms’ medium‑scale status unlocks tax relief and extra clean‑up help.27 Feb 04:00 AM
The Country‘Just like a cheeseburger’: Is this NZ’s best sausage? Inside the 'Sausage Capital' of NZ's competition to find our best snag.26 Feb 10:40 PM
The Country600 competitors, 6000 sheep: Golden Shears world champs return to MastertonThe championships will be held on March 4-7 at the town’s War Memorial Stadium. 26 Feb 09:18 PM
The CountrySevere thunderstorm watch issued as temperatures set to plungeThundery Friday on the cards for some North Islanders, as chilly start greets southerners.26 Feb 07:42 PM
The CountryIwi extends pause on Bluff oyster harvest to prioritise fishery's recoveryNgāi Tahu Seafood controls about 20% of the Bluff oyster commercial quota. 26 Feb 12:53 AM
The CountrySingle-digit temperatures incoming as 'sharp cold front' brings autumn chillSouth Island centres will see a 'real contrast in temperature'.25 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFarmers being cautious with profitsFarmers are funneling strong payouts into debt repayment and on-farm upgrades.24 Feb 09:06 PM
The Country'You can go get f****d': Drink driver who taunted police convicted after crash that killed mateAron Templeton drank about 16 standard drinks before getting behind the wheel.23 Feb 09:22 PM
The CountryFinal week of summer brings sun, heat and scattered showersTemperatures are forecast to linger in the mid-20s for much of the country.23 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'Eyes wide shut': Couple driven by money and greed in $200k crayfish smuggling operationThe couple received 849 live stolen crays air-trafficked from Dunedin in 2024.22 Feb 05:00 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Drive to Survive takes Kiwis from couch to chicaneOPINION: Drive to Survive is great TV – but not a guide for your morning commute.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryShane McManaway appointed new chairman of Growing Future FarmersMcManaway founded the Zanda McDonald Award and is a member of the NZ Order of Merit.20 Feb 01:46 AM
The Country'Autumnal chill': Single-digit lows and mountain snow as temperatures tumbleOvernight temperatures will fall into the single digits in multiple South Island centres.19 Feb 07:05 PM
The CountryWhy home-reared supermarket salmon has become a luxury on Kiwi shelvesCheaper smoked salmon at $11.05 per 100g is imported from Norway via Germany.19 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryBanks Peninsula farmers and businesses counting the cost of floodsAkaroa logged 243mm in 24 hours, its wettest February day on record.18 Feb 05:46 PM
The CountryHave you seen Kevin? Police continue search for Southland manThe 62-year-old was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm last month.18 Feb 04:43 AM
The CountryAkaroa no longer cut-off after flooded road reopens; mayor and Mark Mitchell front mediaPolice attending a slip in Dunedin and have advised the public to avoid the area. 18 Feb 02:07 AM
The Country'Another arrives from the tropics': Fresh low swings past NZ after recent deluge A heavy rain watch for the islands begins tomorrow.17 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryGreenpeace protest targets revamped Rakaia salmon statueThis year's Rakaia salmon contest will run without anyone catching fish.15 Feb 10:07 PM
The Country'Widespread heavy rain': Worst weather moves away after overnight batteringThe extreme weather warnings issued by MetService will begin to ease during the day.15 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryBarter to bust-up: Farmers fall out over digger-for-grazing dealThe barter deal ended badly when one farmer sent the other a large bill.14 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryThe Country at Southern Field DaysLuxon, D. Fagan, Bryce McKenzie, Bruce Weir, Vanessa Winning, Simon Beamish, Hamish McKay.13 Feb 01:50 AM
The Country'Not what anyone wants to read whānau': Fresh warnings for storm-hit parts of North IslandThe 15-hour tropical rainmaker kicks off tomorrow and continues into Saturday.11 Feb 09:59 PM
