The CountrySix shows, three days - a huge weekend for shearing sportsResults from the shows in Lumsden, Wairoa, Golden Bay, Winton and Levin.22 Jan 12:32 AM
The Country'I was up all night': Residents devastated after homes destroyed in Canterbury firesFirefighters are continuing to extinguish two large scrub fires in North Canterbury19 Jan 09:04 PM
The CountryHeavy rain falls on West Coast, Franz Josef river rising rapidlyNZTA warned motorists against driving due to the risk of surface flooding.18 Jan 08:36 PM
The CountryRed rain warning for Westland, up to 800mm predictedParts of the South Island are in for a soaking as heavy rain warnings are put in place.17 Jan 10:10 PM
The CountryRiver runs dry killing trout and eels after scorching summer temperaturesOfficials are hoping for wetter conditions after dozens of fish were found dead.17 Jan 08:56 PM
The CountryGrass fire in Twizel: Eighteen fire crews, four helicopters battle 5ha blazeFire and Emergency NZ first alerted to the fire at 3.42 and crews arrived 10 min later.17 Jan 04:08 AM
The Country'Unable to cope': Farmers increasingly under pressureIsolation, long hours, adverse weather taking their toll on farmers, says support trust.16 Jan 06:32 AM
The CountryHot El Nino summer causing more algal blooms in NZ's rivers, lakesSwimmers are urged to be on the lookout for potentially toxic algal blooms this summer.13 Jan 10:23 PM
The CountryFergburger to open FergbutcherFergburger has bought its meat supplier and will be converting it into a retail butchery.11 Jan 07:40 PM
The CountryFoodies say 'cheese' as NZ festival heads northIt's a unique opportunity to relish in NZ's tastiest artisanal cheese scene.10 Jan 10:13 PM
The CountryCrews fight major scrub fire in CanterburyHelicopter, 17 fire trucks sent to the scene - ‘Please don’t go down and have a look'.10 Jan 07:32 PM
The CountryDozens of firefighters battle large fire in Golden BayThe blaze is thought to be in the ITM building.10 Jan 05:53 PM
The CountryHottest day of summer sees country hit 34C: 'Cry mercy' says Niwa with more scorchers to comeAuckland to reach highs of 27C, 26C every day till next Monday. High humidity to return.09 Jan 04:27 AM
The Country'Quite significant' support to abandon farmlandThe next step is to sound out the Government about it.08 Jan 07:32 PM
The CountryAerial footage shows how close fire came to homesThe dramatic images capture the scorched earth just metres away from structures.07 Jan 09:37 PM
The Country'Too late to brake': Crash that left four dead likely caused by missed stop signThe group was en route to the Gold Guitar Awards at the time of the quadruple fatal crash.07 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryWatch: 'What the hell was that?' - Flour mill silo collapses in central ChristchurchA resident across the road said he heard a big bang and looked across to see cloud.07 Jan 07:13 AM
The CountryCanterbury fire crew respond to fellow volunteer's deathGavin Thomas Lack served with the Lincoln volunteer brigade for over 12 years.07 Jan 05:13 AM
The CountryHow is the rest of summer looking? Forecasters take a long look at El NiñoThe latest Niwa Weather outlook is out - and it's a mixed bag.05 Jan 11:00 PM
The CountryTe Mana Ora tells people to avoid Lake Hood after toxic algae foundOfficials warn boiling infected water does not remove the toxin.05 Jan 05:48 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMeet the 'Spud King': Millionaire says farming 'better than sex'Herald journalist Kurt Bayer meets a quiet, self-made millionaire who just loves farming.30 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryBeaumont Bridge biggest such project ‘in a generation’The bridge has been open since July, under temporary speed restrictions.20 Dec 07:30 PM
The CountryForecaster signals hot, sticky nights in lead-up to Christmas across northern NZIt was a sticky 18.6C night in Auckland with more uncomfortable, humid days to follow18 Dec 09:40 PM
The CountryCrews battle boiler house blaze at Christchurch sawmillThe boiler house was well involved in flame when crews arrived.18 Dec 05:30 PM
The Country'All consuming': Farming family's 20-year battle with Govt over land errorFifth-generation farmers at wits' end over long-running boundary botch up.18 Dec 04:00 PM
The Country'Incredibly rare person': Queenstown crash victim was Royalburn Station's head butcherVictim of a fatal car crash near Queenstown was a head butcher and 'master charcutier'.17 Dec 04:34 AM
The CountryCannabis in rest homes: Kiwi company uses retirees for medicinal testsCompany trialling substitute for sleep and pain medication in aged care facilities.12 Dec 11:04 PM
The CountryMegan and Sacha ready to take each other’s world record shearing titlesSponsored content: Megan holds the solo 9-hr strong wool lamb record and Sacha the 8-hr.12 Dec 07:32 PM
The Country'Extensive damage': Severe storm hits Wellington, multiple injuries, thousands without powerThunderstorms to bring heavy rain, hail and damaging gusts to east of North Island.12 Dec 07:41 AM
The CountryOne person killed in a quad-bike accident last night in TimaruEmergency services were called to the fatal scene at 11.40pm.10 Dec 01:18 AM
The CountryFamous high country station becomes first NZ farm to earn B Corp status'Their innovative approach reflects the kind of leadership we need to see ...'07 Dec 09:30 PM
The CountryFonterra worker sacked for not wearing mask for Covid-19 awarded $30k compensationShe couldn't wear a mask due to her asthma.07 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryOne dead after quad bike rolls near RakaiaAn investigation into the crash is under way.03 Dec 06:37 AM
The CountryPlanned $600m solar farm in Twizel to power 100,000 homes'It is one of the best sites you could pick anywhere.'29 Nov 07:04 PM
