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
The CountryFire at old Mataura paper mill: No risk to toxic wasteFENZ says fire poses no risk to toxic ouvea premix stored in old paper mill in Mataura.31 Aug 03:51 AM
The CountryFire at old Mataura paper mill, risk to toxic waste being assessedAuthorities working to determine risk caused by ouvea premix stored at the old paper mill.31 Aug 02:58 AM
The CountryFarmer finds benefits from wintering deerJohn Somerville reckons wintering deer is good for animals, environment, paddock & farmer.29 Aug 05:05 PM
The CountryFive tonnes of Whangārei citrus brings winter cheer to South IslandersFive tonnes of citrus from Whangārei has been distributed around the South Island.25 Aug 12:00 AM
The CountryNo convictions on MPI charges for Southland farmerFarmer burst into tears when he heard he was discharged without conviction.23 Aug 10:24 PM
The CountryListen: Andrew Hoggard on proposed winter grazing regulationsFeds pres is worried proposed restrictions will bring "a hell of a lot of paperwork".21 Aug 03:45 AM
The CountryWorld-class woolhandler keeping work localTina Elers chasing the work while staying close to home.19 Aug 10:30 PM
The CountrySurvey shows manufacturing improvement for Otago SouthlandLatest Performance in Manufacturing Index shows highs and lows for agriculture.17 Aug 04:11 AM
The CountryFarmers praised for winter grazing managementEnvironment Southland pleased with farmers' efforts to improve winter grazing practices.17 Aug 02:57 AM
The CountryAgricultural contractors desperate for skilled staffRiversdale-based ag contracting business fears injuries and even fatalities could occur.13 Aug 01:30 AM
The CountryOne person taken to hospital after car hits cowPolice called to crash on State Highway 1, near Dacre, this morning.12 Aug 10:45 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis: Zero cases in SouthlandSouthland farming community has reached a landmark zero cases of the cattle disease.10 Aug 04:00 AM
The CountryFriendship ends in court with man ordered to pay $110,000 in unpaid wagesA 50-year friendship ends in court over free rent, gifted land and 7 years of unpaid wages06 Aug 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFrances Sweetman: Smeltdown in the electricity sectorSector directors face difficult decisions as excess demand looms to swallow dividends.06 Aug 03:00 AM
