The CountryNorthland kiwifruit karakia for New Zealand’s $5 billion harvest startThe operation anchors the North’s forecast $80m kiwifruit harvest this season.19 Mar 03:00 AM
The Country'Great news for New Zealand reef fish': Jones scraps bycatch rule changeThe rule protects 19 reef fish species across FMAs 1 and 9, from Cape Runaway to Taranaki.18 Mar 11:00 PM
The CountryAccountant goes off-script with ‘dire’ wine industry predictionsAnton James warns Marlborough land values may fall 40% after recent sharp increases.18 Mar 07:08 AM
The CountrySouth chills, north basks: Split week of rain, single-digit temperatures and sun on wayInvercargill is forecast to plunge to 4C overnight on Wednesday.16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryShellfish firm fined $20k after illegally receiving 259,000kg of green-lipped musselsThe Christchurch company pleaded guilty to nine Biosecurity Act charges.16 Mar 01:35 AM
The CountryKauri tracks shut for nine months as kauri dieback protection work beginsThe upgrade will reopen the Four Sisters Walk, which has been closed since 2019.15 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryTeenage kea ‘gang’ tracked in record flock at Aoraki Mt CookLeg bands with tiny microchips, costing under $1 each, are scanned at 13 hut sites.13 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryMountain oysters, huhu grubs, mealworms: Wild snacks on menu for Hokitika Wildfoods Festival Around 8000 people are expected to pass through the gates this Saturday.12 Mar 11:00 PM
The CountryHumid-hit Auckland to reach 27C as two systems collide over country Just before 7am the super city was already at 21C.12 Mar 07:06 PM
The CountryWeather squeeze: Two systems set to collide for howling wet end to weekWeather warnings have been issued for both ends of the country.12 Mar 12:17 AM
The Country'They have been let down': Heinz Wattie's plans to shut three factories, 350 jobs at riskFrozen vegetables, Gregg's coffee and several dip brands would be axed.11 Mar 02:56 AM
The CountryTropical system brings 100km/h winds, several regions in firing lineMetService has already recorded gusts of up to 90km/h in the north.11 Mar 02:07 AM
The CountryBack from the dead: Kiwi axeman competing months after dying in wife's armsKahu Woolley was mid-competition in November when he collapsed and was declared dead.10 Mar 11:13 PM
The CountryGale-force winds and heavy rain close in as wild tropical storm approachesA strong wind watch is in force today for the Far North District.10 Mar 09:15 PM
The CountryTropic-charged rain, 100km/h gales set to lash NZ, first severe weather alert issued MetService has issued a strong wind watch for the Far North District tomorrow.10 Mar 12:15 AM
The CountryMussel farmer warns plan to filter sewage into ocean could devastate industryFisheries Minister Shane Jones said marine farmers shouldn’t be put at risk. 09 Mar 03:27 AM
The CountryDead snapper and strange white film in Kaipara River under investigationEnvirons Te Uri o Hau is urging people not to gather kai moana where fish lie.09 Mar 01:59 AM
The CountryNorthland and Auckland could be in firing line as tropical low heads towards NZRain and wind could hit Northland and Auckland later in the week.08 Mar 04:00 PM
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 Country'Tracking vigorously': Tropical system looms as sizzling heat and heavy rain approaches MetService is tracking a tropical system that could affect New Zealand next week.05 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'Change is on the way': Warm weather sweeps aside cold mornings in NZTemperatures are set to move into the high 20s for much of the South Island's east coast.04 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryHunter who broke ‘number one rule of hunting’ and shot dead young cancer survivor avoids jailPaul Stevens fired from about 20m at what he called a 'dark, shadowy image'.03 Mar 07:38 PM
The Country'Quite hot temperatures': Big late-week warm-up for south and northTemperatures are forecast to push into the high 20s across the South Island on Friday.03 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryJack Fagan leads shearing circuit into Golden ShearsFagan topped qualifying with 48 points from a possible 60 over five rounds.02 Mar 10:52 PM
The CountryChilly wake up for Kiwis as autumn snap drags much of the country into single digit tempsSoutherly winds ramping up to 90km/h are forecast for parts of Hawke's Bay today.02 Mar 08:55 PM
The Country'Get ready for a cold snap': Autumn bites as temps plunge 6-8C below averageA cold front brings icy winds, showers and big temperature drop.01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBoutique winery bucks industry slump as Soho plots more overseas growthExpansion plans come as about 100,000 tonnes of grapes were left unpicked in 2025.01 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
