The CountrySouthland farmer says ruling to halt irrigation reduced trustJason Herrick says irrigation halt was a reaction to public sentiment rather than science.21 Apr 04:00 AM
The CountryEffects of dry weather will be felt in Southland for months"2022 is the driest year on record and March has been the driest March we've ever had."14 Apr 01:32 AM
The CountryEnvironment Southland to review water restrictionsThe weather forecast is for rain in much of Southland today.11 Apr 10:30 PM
The CountryRural Support Trust urges drought-hit Southland farmers to seek help"They don't like asking for help," Rural Support Trust co-ordinator Lindsay Wright says.11 Apr 06:30 PM
The Country1500 new meat, forestry, dairy workers could jet inWith meat industry hit and calving season approaching, hundreds more workers fast-tracked.11 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryGroundswell NZ still keen for solo meeting with PMGroundswell NZ is pushing for a meeting without the presence of industry bodies.10 Apr 09:30 PM
The CountryQueenstown farmer has never had to irrigate so lateChris Dagg predicts he'll need to irrigate for at least another couple of weeks.08 Apr 05:30 PM
The CountryNo changes to irrigation cuts in SouthlandWater shortage direction in place until at least Monday.08 Apr 03:30 AM
The CountryDamien O'Connor and Meka Whaitiri visit drought-hit Southland farmsO'Connor and Whaitiri got a first-hand look at the dry paddocks yesterday.07 Apr 11:00 PM
The CountryWeather records tumble in dry and warm MarchQueenstown recorded its warmest March in 150 years.07 Apr 07:09 PM
The CountryBlue Sky Meats takeover: Offer not reasonable, report saysIndependent committee believes Southern Lamb Investments' offer undervalued Blue Sky.06 Apr 05:37 AM
The CountryAwarua blaze: Firefighters prepare for strong windsThe fire has spread through more than 1300 hectares.06 Apr 02:08 AM
The Country'Dress in layers': Strong wind warnings issued as cold front hitsHeavy rain across the country is also expected today.06 Apr 01:06 AM
The CountryMan dies after tree-felling incidentThe man died of his injuries at the scene.05 Apr 11:18 PM
The Country'Over the moon': Missing pair reunited with tearful familyGrins all round as Alan Mortimore, 49, and 14-year-old son Danny return after three days.05 Apr 06:46 PM
The Country1000ha Waituna blaze threatens 'significant' wetlandWetland used by generations as a giant food basket and mahika kai site.05 Apr 01:56 AM
The Country'Can't believe it': Journalist finds missing father, son in FiordlandLuisa Girao has been covering the story of the pair since the beginning.05 Apr 12:43 AM
The CountryScience to star at Southern Texel Breeders' Club field dayAgResearch to talk about proposed changes to methane rules and low-input sheep farming.04 Apr 11:45 PM
The CountryTwo hunters missing in Fiordland 'ill-equipped' for night in bushThe pair failed to return from their hunt on Saturday.03 Apr 11:42 PM
The CountrySouthland Regional Council revises irrigation banCouncil revises an irrigation ban in the province after an outcry from local farmers.03 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryIrrigation moratorium irks Southland farmersSouthland dairy farmers have hit out at the decision to cut their irrigation takes.01 Apr 09:30 PM
The CountryTractor driver 'erratic' before getting caughtHe blew an excess breath alcohol reading of 1077mcg when he was stopped by police.31 Mar 07:11 PM
The CountryDrought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges supportAgriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.31 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryEasing of bovine tuberculosis restrictions in OtagoSome farmers won't have to test for bovine tuberculosis before moving stock off-farm.30 Mar 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNo legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsmanFlesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryAmmonia leak at meat-processing plant in SouthlandFire crews have isolated part of the building.22 Mar 01:20 AM
The CountrySouthland farmer's best wheat crop in 48 yearsMike Solari still "very happy" with result, despite not winning a Guinness World Record.14 Mar 10:30 PM
The CountrySouthern finalists judged for Holstein Friesian competitionJudge began scrutinising the southern finalists for national competition on Monday.10 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountryMid Oreti Catchment Group share ideasIdeas flowed at the Mid Oreti Catchment Group's planning meeting last week.09 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountryLack of Halal butchers a threat to Southland's meat processing sectorReport says Southland has "significant vulnerability" due to lack of halal slaughtermen.27 Feb 08:30 PM
The CountryFlights to check Southland paddocks for winter grazing risksEnvironment Southland Staff will also be assessing paddocks from the roadside.20 Feb 09:30 PM
The CountryKaramea Highway reopening this week after work to clear 30 slipsThe town has been nearly completely cut off since February 9.20 Feb 08:16 PM
The Country'Good little cow' wins big at Southland Otago Jersey Cattle Breeders Club competitionBeledene Demo Starleena was the supreme champion at the on-farm comp last month.16 Feb 03:59 PM
The CountrySouthlanders clean up at dog trialsThe championships were held at the Waimahaka Collie Club on February 5 and 6.16 Feb 01:00 AM
