The CountryPetition seeks rewrite of freshwater regulationsGroundswell NZ members launch petition, saying new rules are "unworkable."01 Dec 11:00 PM
The CountryDog trial benefits Southland Charity HospitalThe Charity Hill dog trial was held on Friday and Saturday at Millers Flat.30 Nov 09:00 PM
The CountryPerson dies in hospital 10 days after Southland crashA police spokesperson said the driver of the car died in Dunedin Hospital yesterday.30 Nov 12:45 AM
The CountryBeehives helping Folster Gardens bloom"It's been quite changing, as far as the garden goes, by having these critters about."23 Nov 07:30 PM
The CountryPhotography and farming the perfect mix for EdwinPhotography and farming provide the perfect mix for Edwin Mabonga.18 Nov 10:45 PM
The CountryAlliance water consent draws oppositionOpposition to Alliance's permit to release treated wastewater into Mataura River.18 Nov 02:00 AM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis testing at two Southland farms"It's important to note this is not an outbreak ... nor is it widespread."17 Nov 03:45 AM
The CountryContracting staff worries ease in Southland and OtagoMany firms employed and trained staff from the tourism and aviation sectors.10 Nov 10:00 PM
The Country'People are really seeing these large South Island black cats'Yes, the sightings are genuine, expert says. But they're almost certainly not panthers.10 Nov 01:34 AM
The Country'They don't give a rats': The quest to free Southland residents from a toxic liabilityIn 2014, thousands of tonnes of toxic waste was trucked into Mataura. It's still there.10 Nov 01:09 AM
The CountryWhitebaiting a big part of Southlander's lifeNephew says John Edward Toogood, 71, loved to fish and whitebait.09 Nov 04:58 PM
The CountryFirms fined over M. bovis safety issuesTwo companies fined after workers suffered chemical burns during M. bovis disinfection.08 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryLawyer-turned lettuce farmer expanding hydroponics businessAviation lawyer Angela Beazer a recent recipient of $2.5m Provincial Growth Fund loan.01 Nov 10:15 PM
The CountryAlliance weathers the year's many challengesIt had been a year "quite out of the box" Alliance chief executive David Surveyor said.01 Nov 09:15 PM
The CountrySouthern farmers voice frustration over freshwater rulesGroup of farmers warn ratepayers may take action if changes aren't made.29 Oct 11:30 PM
The Country'Little puffballs' boost takahē populationTwo pairs of birds at a Southland sanctuary raise hopes of boosting numbers.27 Oct 05:52 PM
The CountryNew Milford Track hut cost blows out to more than $3mThe new 40-bed Mintaro Hut was originally estimated to cost $1.8 million.22 Oct 09:16 PM
The CountrySouthland tulip event shifted to protect workersAn Edendale tulip farm will not open to the public this year.21 Oct 09:00 PM
The CountryEighty-plus attend 'fantastic' field dayNZ Dairy Industry Awards' Southland/Otago share farmers of the year hold field day.20 Oct 10:30 PM
The CountrySouthern farmers fired up over freshwater rulesSouthern farmers are facing reams of new rules and red tape.20 Oct 09:15 PM
The CountryAct may set up southern baseAll members of the new caucus would be regular visitors to the south.19 Oct 05:00 PM
The CountryWellbeing events rolled out for Otago and Southland farmersRural groups supporting farmers dealing with challenging weather conditions.14 Oct 07:55 PM
The CountryBales4Blair fundraiser for Southland Charity HospitalFundraiser encourages Southern farmers to donate bales of wool to support hospital.12 Oct 07:41 PM
The Country'They can't put us all in jail': Farmers rally against water regulationsFarmers stage protest at the Gore A&P Showgrounds.08 Oct 02:32 AM
The CountrySouthland tractor trekkers' protest at freshwater regulations"I just think it's time to make a stand. These rules ... are just stupid."06 Oct 09:39 PM
The CountryPicture of Southland snow costs yet to emergeToo early to tell how many lambs have died as snow only just clearing.04 Oct 09:28 PM
The CountryFreshwater rules take toll on southern farmer confidenceB+LNZ survey shows sheep and beef farmers experienced worst fall in confidence.30 Sep 10:09 PM
The CountryOne-rule-for-all animal-keeping permit system for SouthlandChanges made to 10-year bylaw relating to keeping of animals, poultry & bees in Southland.29 Sep 09:56 PM
The CountrySnow wonder! Brace for more wintry weatherHeaviest snowfalls in years blanket Otago and Southland for start of school holidays.28 Sep 05:46 PM
The Country'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekendSnow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.24 Sep 10:49 PM
The CountryDestructive gales, torrential rain to blast southern and central NZA brutal 24 hours is in store for southern regions.21 Sep 02:25 AM
The CountryDavid Parker says aquaculture no substitute for TiwaiParker says aquaculture will not fill the Tiwai-shaped gap in the Southland economy.16 Sep 03:00 AM
The Country'Stressful' investigation into councillor's farm finds no breachInvestigation after complaint was laid about cattle being fed on riverbed on Oreti River.02 Sep 04:27 AM
The Country'We shouldn't have to live like this': Mataura resident on third toxic waste scareResidents of Southland town living with constant threat of toxic waste.31 Aug 06:49 PM