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
The CountryRegenerative farming gains ground at Gore meetingMore than 100 people attended Gore meeting to hear about regenerative farming.06 Aug 02:52 AM
The CountryThe Road Ahead: What's really happening in the engine room of NZ tourismFrom Queenstown to Hokitika, Covid-19 has caused carnage.04 Aug 09:00 PM
The CountryTechnology helps replacement heifers hit target weightsVets can't tell two-year-old heifers and the cows apart, says Julia Eden.03 Aug 11:45 PM
The CountryPGF projects 'good start' to fixing shearing training gaps$1.86m from PGF given to develop shearing training to address worker shortage.30 Jul 10:51 PM
The CountryThe Road Ahead: A call for change in the south - what matters to Kiwis right nowIn Southland and Otago, those who farm and fish have confidence in The Road Ahead.30 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryGood genetics key to best performance at Southland deer farmMore than 30 years of careful genetic selection paying off for Brock Deer farm and stud.28 Jul 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRussell Rawiri hangs up his badge after 41 yearsSenior Constable Russell Rawiri looks back on an enforcement career with no regrets.24 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryRevealed: Which regions are driving NZ's emissions?Canterbury's cows singled out alongside Auckland's cars for driving NZ emissions.23 Jul 12:00 AM
The CountryChilly wintry blast: Deep snow in deep south; storm-force gales in Hawke's BayParts of the South Island are waking to a chilly but stunning winter wonderland.22 Jul 08:46 PM
The CountryWidow's grief after husband killed in jet-boat crashBridget Speight wants more awareness concerning the dangers of alcohol and boating.22 Jul 08:21 PM
The CountryPM's announcement of $100m Southland recovery package scuppered by NZ FirstThe plan to announce the package was scuppered by New Zealand First at the eleventh hour.22 Jul 07:56 PM
The CountryDangerous, monster 9m waves: Wild weather batters NZHundreds without power in homes and businesses as wild weather ramps up.22 Jul 12:25 AM
