The Country'We will all run dry': Locals warn fast-track energy plan risks water supplyA 2023 council report warned drops could cut off Hāwea Flat’s drinking water.18 Sep 10:25 PM
The CountryFirefighters new fear old burn piles could fuel still-burning Canterbury wildfire Helicopters called in to fight wildfire; crews dealing with gusts up 50km/h.17 Sep 08:59 PM
The CountryECan mulls 'nitrate emergency' declarationThe motion to declare a 'nitrate emergency' has drawn criticism from Government ministers.17 Sep 03:59 AM
The CountrySevere winds and flooding hit South Island as roads shut, truck rollsWellington schools remain open despite wind warnings of up to 120km/h.17 Sep 03:51 AM
The CountryThe Country: The PM on ag returning to the classroomChristopher Luxon, Shane McManaway, Andrew Murray, Nicola Grigg, and Jeremy Rookes speak.17 Sep 02:06 AM
The CountryWild Wednesday: Thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rain charge northGusts in the Canterbury high country could climb to 130km/h today.16 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryEggs return to shelves after bird flu forced farm's 200,000 chicken cullA strain of avian influenza was discovered at a Mainland Poultry farm in Otago last year.16 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Steady decline': Wattie's defends peach cutback, says Kiwis aren't buying as many'Decisions that affect our growers and the future of NZ crops are never made lightly.'15 Sep 11:20 PM
The Country'Challenging': Cold start to calving at Emerald Acres“Calving, like every calving season, I think a few wins and a few losses."15 Sep 09:37 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Nitrate in drinking water - research v headlinesOPINION: Research shows nitrate in water may pose less risk than some claims suggest.15 Sep 04:26 AM
The CountryPenguin crisis: Emergency fishing ban ordered off Otago PeninsulaNorthern hoiho numbers have plunged 80% since 2008 to just 143 breeding pairs.14 Sep 11:42 PM
The CountryBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaroundThe June quarter was marked by 'chilly' economic conditions.14 Sep 11:14 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Hear me out - Marmite and jandals can grow our economyOPINION: Welcome to New Zealand, please accept this jar of 'salty tar stuff'. 13 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'I'm passionate about the quarrying industry': Meet Keri HarrisonHarrison is one of a small group of Kiwi women holding an A-grade quarry manager’s ticket.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryBoutique cheesemaker in liquidation, creditors face possible shortfallIt's the second dairy company to go into liquidation in as many weeks.11 Sep 03:00 AM
The CountryFarm sold to Oz mines company for $25m to be 'offered to New Zealanders first' Santana Minerals agreed to pay $25m for Ardgour Station in early July.10 Sep 10:00 PM
The CountryWinery’s after-work sampling session ends in tragedy as young staff member dies in crashDaniel Oyaga died in a high-speed crash in 2022 after finishing work at a Tasman winery.10 Sep 07:20 PM
The Country'Skin in the game': Pāmu opens Mahiwi Farm to equity partnershipsPamu unveils new plan to help create pathways to farm ownership for young farmers.09 Sep 10:40 PM
The CountryCanada geese hunters drawn to 'the magic of Molesworth'The Molesworth Goose Hunt tradition dates back to at least 1985. 09 Sep 10:35 PM
The CountryWet and windy weather forecast to move up the country this weekNorthland will likely get prolonged periods of showers and rain later in the week. 08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhitebait wars: Spots secured weeks before season opened, crackdown on illegal squatsThis year’s whitebaiting frenzy has drawn attention not just for the catch.07 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNadia Lim’s personal 'low point' and building the life she dreamed ofThe chef and TV star on her toughest 18 months and finding her way on the farm.05 Sep 09:00 PM
The Country'Herding cars': Farmer praised for helping motorists after crashThe accident on Cardona Valley Rd injured five people and closed the main route.04 Sep 02:37 AM
The CountryThe popular holiday region with sweeping speed changesSpeed limit reductions signal the end of a tumultuous process that goes back to 2022.03 Sep 10:55 PM
The CountryOtago chicken farm to reopen after eradicating bird fluMainland Poultry's Hillgrove Farm will soon resume egg production.03 Sep 10:15 PM
The Country'Rounds of heavy rain': Spring starts with gusty winds, snow, chilly temperatures'We are expecting areas in the North Island to be frosty.'01 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryPerson seriously injured in farm incident 'involving a horse'The person was flown to Christchurch Hospital by Westpac Rescue Helicopter. 01 Sep 12:11 AM
HorticultureKumeū nursery has 'about a day' to save millions of dollars worth of stock after fireSupport poured in from fellow growers and competitors after the blaze.31 Aug 06:49 AM
The CountryThe country's most hit overbridgeKiwiRail confirmed it's the most struck bridge in NZ, with 13 known strikes a year.29 Aug 04:41 AM
The Country'Thunderstorm risks': Heavy winds, rain to hit NZ during last weekend of winterNorthland, Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo and Whanganui are all in the firing line.28 Aug 08:22 PM
The CountryDouble weather systems to sweep strong winds, heavy rain across NZMetService has issued multiple weather warnings for parts of both main islands.26 Aug 07:00 PM
The CountryUgly duckling? The mascot fiasco that has divided a small town for 30 years'I often get the blame from some people for the duck.' 26 Aug 07:26 AM
The CountryWinter's final blast: Severe storm set to batter NZ, 100km/h gales to pound north Auckland Civil Defence warns strong winds could turn branches and firewood into missiles.26 Aug 04:49 AM
The Country'One last gasp' of winter: 'Multiple waves' of rain and wind to sweep NZAnother large low looms in the Southern Ocean - and could bring severe weather.25 Aug 07:00 PM
