The CountryMataura urges toxic waste's immediate removal by governmentMove it now, and make Rio Tinto pay later, is Mataura's message for the Government.20 Jul 09:29 PM
The CountryWinter grazing getting better in SouthlandSecond Environment Southland aerial compliance inspection has shown signs of improvement.20 Jul 09:23 PM
The CountryHalf-century selling dogs at Gore saleGeorge Prouting was about 15 when he sold his first dog, Roy, for £10.19 Jul 09:39 PM
The CountryFire crews responding to incident at Mataura ouvea siteThe potentially hazardous substance is a byproduct of production at Tiwai Point smelter.19 Jul 02:46 AM
The CountrySevere thunderstorms threaten the Far NorthA severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Far North.17 Jul 12:33 AM
The CountryWhat could smelter closure mean for rivers?What might reduced hydro generation mean for southern rivers?12 Jul 08:07 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTiwai Point closure: What Transpower must spend to shift excess power northEnergy prices may fall but consumer power bills may also be affected by transmission cost.09 Jul 05:52 AM
The CountryClosing Tiwai Pt could push up power prices for everyone - ContactShifting excess power north means transmission charges could climb.08 Jul 10:45 PM
The CountryLife on the farm: 'I couldn't do an office job'23-year-old Alex Bodle has spent most of her life involved in farming one way or another.08 Jul 12:15 AM
The CountryCouple's flexible approach to farming paying offWaimumu sheep and beef farmers have been supplying My Food Bag.07 Jul 11:08 PM
The CountryEntries open for Southern Indoor Charity Dog TrialsDog trials will be held at Southern Field Days on August 9, 10 and 11.07 Jul 09:51 PM
The CountryCovid breach lands meatworks staff in hot waterAlliance working through "employment matter" concerning Mataura plant.01 Jul 11:23 PM
The CountryRegenerative farmers enjoying greener pasturesHamish Bielski says his farm business is already showing clear productivity gains.24 Jun 02:15 AM
The CountryWinter grazing: Positive signs seen from the airAerial compliance inspections reveal improvements in Southland's winter grazing practices.24 Jun 12:15 AM
The CountryMan dies after tractor rolls on Southland farmA man was killed after the tractor he was in rolled down a steep hill.22 Jun 10:48 PM
The CountryOne dead in Southland tractor incidentIt is understood another person involved was transferred to hospital.22 Jun 07:30 PM
The CountryGlenaray Station: Tenure review submitters highlight accessAccess at forefront of submissions on tenure review of NZ's largest high country station.17 Jun 08:59 PM
The CountryMassive Southland station could become conservation landGlenaray Station could become conservation land - with increased public access.16 Jun 04:15 AM
The CountryFarmer group aims for 150 per cent lambingThe Hogget 150 group has nine farmer members from throughout the southern region.09 Jun 11:28 PM
The CountryTwo cases referred to Otago Southland winter grazing groupIntervention groups to monitor winter grazing practices after issues raised last year.09 Jun 09:00 PM
The CountryMothballed training farm reopening to help redundant workersGovt backs plans to give a new lease of life to Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre.08 Jun 08:59 PM
The CountryOpen Country Dairy Awaroa site expandingAwaroa site in Southland undergoing a major expansion.05 Jun 03:26 AM
The CountryOrange you going to eat those? Carrots turn NZ road bright orangeCloudy with a chance of carrots - drivers couldn't believe their eyes.04 Jun 05:03 AM
The CountryOtago/Southland duck-shooters anticipate superior seasonThe 2020 duck-shooting season is set to be the best in years in Southland and Otago.26 May 07:00 PM
The CountryMore Southland women shooting ducksThe number of women involved in duck shooting has increased in recent years.26 May 02:45 AM
The CountryFarm ownership a long-term goal for JakebJakeb Lawson has been working in the dairy industry since he was about 13.22 May 05:30 PM
The CountryYoung farmer keen to get people into the dairy sectorJosh Cochrane has wanted to be a dairy farmer for as long as he can remember.19 May 11:45 PM
The CountryCovid 19 coronavirus: Returns from southern logging improvingThe industry started operations again when the country moved to Alert Level 3.19 May 11:15 PM
The CountryBallance Farm Environment awards: Southland regional supreme winners announcedRiverton sheep and beef farmers win Southland's top spot at Farm Environment Awards.19 May 03:00 AM
The Country'It's in my DNA', keen duck hunter getting ready for late seasonRetired sawmill worker Gavin Roy has been duck hunting since he was 16.13 May 04:15 AM
The CountrySouthland milk business expands offeringHenderson Dairy is now delivering pasteurised milk as well as raw to its customers.13 May 04:10 AM
The CountryFarmers urged to secure winter feedFarmers should have feed budgets for the next season,not just the next month says DairyNZ.13 May 04:00 AM
The CountryMeat workers 'more than happy' to be tested for Covid-19More than 50 WellSouth staff took 400 testing kits to the Alliance Lorneville last week.05 May 03:30 AM
The CountrySouthland pair win Junior Young Farmer regional titleOllie and Josh competed via video conference and online quizzes, due to the lockdown.29 Apr 09:15 PM