The CountrySouthland, Otago farmers offered drought reliefDrought-stricken farmers in Southland and Otago latest to be offered relief payments.02 Feb 12:29 AM
The CountryCyclone Fehi: Wanaka, Queenstown warned of surface flooding, road closureHeavy rain caused widespread surface flooding across much of Wanaka township.01 Feb 11:48 PM
The CountryOtago Regional Council pair join effluent disposal site protestTwo Dunstan Otago Regional Council councillors have joined a Central Otago protest.31 Jan 04:30 AM
The CountryRemembering rain will comeSearing heat has been hitting Southland and Otago for several weeks now.31 Jan 01:45 AM
The CountryLong-term effects of drought on farmers consideredThe public and businesses look at long-term effects of drought affecting Otago, Southland.31 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryStinky super corpse flower open soon at Dunedin Botanic GardensA rare corpse plant is set to bloom at Dunedin Botanic Gardens soon.30 Jan 11:00 PM
The CountryPolice hunt offenders after cattle stolenPolice believe those responsible had knowledge of the rural section.30 Jan 05:21 AM
The CountrySynlait milk price forecast stays at $6.50Synlait has reaffirmed its $6.50 milk price for the current 2017-18 season.30 Jan 04:30 AM
The CountryDrought hits Southland and OtagoDamien O'Connor has extended drought classification to Otago and Southland.30 Jan 03:19 AM
The CountryDrought declared in Southland, parts of OtagoAgriculture Minister Damien O'Connor announces a further extension of drought conditions30 Jan 02:45 AM
The CountryAlexandra subdivision consent declined by Central Otago District CouncilA subdivision planned at the site of the William Hill Winery is not allowed to go ahead.29 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryPositive freedom camping initiatives sought in QueenstownPublic input on ways to deal with the challenges posed by freedom campers is being sought.29 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryResidents told to conserve water with soaring temperaturesChristchurch city council has asked residents to conserve water after soaring temperatures29 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryStand by for a scorcher: Temps set to hit 40CYou think it's been hot so far this summer? Wait till tomorrow.27 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountrySalmon die after vandals attack Dunedin hatcheryTwo hundred fish worth nearly $30,000 die after aerators turned off by vandals.26 Jan 08:45 PM
The CountryIllegal spotlighters shoot near campersPolice need help finding a group of illegal spotlighters who fired shots near campers.26 Jan 04:30 AM
The CountryHeatwave in Otago, Southland prompts health warningA predicted heatwave has public health officials warning people in Otago and Southland.26 Jan 02:30 AM
The CountryQueenstown Lakes District Council says trees stressed in heatWanaka's parks and reserves appear to be drying out in heat wave.26 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryMajority of freedom camping fines unpaid in Waitaki DistrictMany freedom campers in the Waitaki District are not paying their fines.25 Jan 11:56 PM
The CountryQueenstown Lakes Council fined $37,500 for sewage discharge into riverQueenstown Lakes district council was fined for discharging sewage into Kawerau River.25 Jan 11:45 PM
The CountryWanaka A&P Show tickets go onlineWanaka A&P Show tickets can now be bought online.25 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryWrong day to light 'heaps of rubbish' in MahenoA fire in the North Otago region was "absolutely'' preventable.24 Jan 03:30 AM
The CountryMachinery cause of second Jacks Point fire in QueenstownFire crews yesterday scrambled to the second grass fire at Jacks Point in five days.24 Jan 02:30 AM
The Country$662,800 in fines for Queenstown freedom campersBreaking freedom camping rules this year in Queenstown resulted in $662,800k in fines.23 Jan 12:51 AM
The CountryMowing tipped as Luggate scrub fire sourceA scrub fire in Luggate is thought to have been started by a mower.22 Jan 09:30 PM
The CountryCentral Otago 'Women in Wine' group to support female advancement in industryA Central Otago "Women in Wine'' group will hopefully result in more women involvement.22 Jan 08:30 PM
The CountryOnline tools to record wallaby sightings in OtagoA "dramatic increase'' in the number of wallaby sightings have been reported in Otago.22 Jan 06:30 PM
The CountryExplosion in fish numbers as sea warmsExpert dubs kingfish sentinels of climate change as presence in deep south grows.22 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryMachinery sparks large blaze burning about 8ha in QueenstownA spark from a power harrow caused a large fire near Jacks Point in Queenstown.22 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryHorse riding: Waitahuna youngster following in dad's footstepsLexie Nicholl, a Waitahuna youngster took part in her first competitive event yesterday.22 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryBeef + Lamb: Exports drive red meat prices upRed meat export receipts hit a record high for the December quarter.21 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryRecord log exports concern NZ housing processorsRecord log exports last year could mean building timber shortages for domestic New Zealand21 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryTree cutting rights proposal criticised by Forest Owners AssociationThe govt's about-turn on forestry could undermine proposed billion tree planting programme21 Jan 09:30 PM
The CountryFonterra joins domestic violence programme ShineFonterra is the second NZ organisation to earn a tick from Shine.21 Jan 08:30 PM
