The CountryNo fiery start, but summer caution neededRain dampener for holiday-goers, blessing for the Fire Service but care urged.11 Jan 04:45 PM
The CountrySprayed-off hills that shocked visitor okay - with conditionsHorizons Regional Council wants more research on "spray and pray" pasture technique.11 Jan 07:00 AM
The CountrySwamp kauri battlers face final defeatCourt costs and battle fatigue could force a Northland environmental group into recess.11 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryConservation dream has come true at lastBarbara Sutton always dreamed of working in conservation.11 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryPassion lies in rural sectorFrom rural banking to cow genetics, Gill Haenga just loves meeting farmers10 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryPrisoner programme Project Tongariro gets $126,750 boostPrisoners will be growing and planting eco-sourced trees for Project Tongariro.10 Jan 09:30 PM
The CountryRevellers' mess a hazardPolystyrene pollution lettered East Beach after New Year's celebrations, causing a hazard.10 Jan 08:06 PM
The CountryEditorial: Wastewater plant legal action settledThe payment in March 2016 coincides with council acquiring $8 million for debt reduction.10 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryFear of fire potential in NorthlandHot summer conditions are drying out Northland, causing a fire concern.10 Jan 07:00 PM
The CountryNew Lake Taupo harbourmaster at the helmThey both grew up messing about on the water, and now they're doing it for a job.10 Jan 06:00 PM
The CountryKeno's prayers are answeredWayne Kennan's O'Ceirin Farm in Whanganui escapes the Big Dry10 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryBream Bay crabbers being safe and tidy this summerBream Bay volunteers are pleased their messages are getting through to paddle crabbers.10 Jan 05:00 PM
The Country'Tornadoes of fire' rememberedPeople are often urged to think of fire safety in Hawke's Bay as we face a fire ban.10 Jan 03:30 AM
The CountryReduce irrigation, increase profit, says Forest & BirdForest & Bird says Horizons and HBRC are ignoring irrigation research.10 Jan 03:07 AM
The CountryPlanting for meat eating PowelliphantaNew Zealand's native land snails are meat eaters and eat worms and slugs.10 Jan 01:30 AM
The CountryPassion for birds inspires teen's effortsA young woman's heart for helpless animals has led her to providing a safe haven for birds10 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryTotal fire ban set for HorowhenuaA total fire ban has been in place for Horowhenua from 8am on Thursday, December 21.09 Jan 11:45 PM
The CountryBeware of the 'grumpy bogmonster' - DocA ''grumpy bog monster'' has been startling some visitors to the Kakanui area.09 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryParts of Lake Taupo deemed safe for swimmingSwimming will be allowed at the northern part of Lake Taupo's Acacia Bay09 Jan 11:07 PM
The CountryLethal bacteria infects waterwaysLethal bacteria infects Horowhenua swim spots, prompting warnings to steer clear.09 Jan 10:12 PM
The CountryWhat infiltrated treatment plant may never be knownBream Bay residents asked to conserve water.09 Jan 07:00 PM
The CountryLake Horowhenua's first report card not good newsLake Horowhenua's first report card is in and the news is not good.09 Jan 06:15 PM
The CountryWater restrictions now in place in LevinLevin is now at level 3 water supply restrictions. Last week the town was at level 4.09 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryYear in Review: Who is the greater polluter, cows or people?Year in Review: Malcolm Lumsden's opinion piece on the great cow v human pollution debate.09 Jan 11:00 AM
The CountryNZ's 'bad' lakes: Where you should avoidScientists have begun a sprawling health check of hundreds of New Zealand lakes.09 Jan 03:49 AM
The CountryOn-farm animal tracking imperative for biosecurityGood on-farm biosecurity and accurate tracing of animal movement is imperative.09 Jan 02:30 AM
The CountryCaution urged around contaminated water following heavy rainWarning of potential health risks associated with contaminated recreational water.09 Jan 12:10 AM
The CountryOnly minor breaches reported by fishery officersOnly a handful of minor breaches reported by Fishery officers in Northland08 Jan 10:00 PM
The CountryJames Shaw's climate change warningExtreme weather insurance bill for first 7 months of 2017 came in at $242 million.08 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryRecent heat boost for South Canterbury lavender cropsA South Canterbury lavender grower is experiencing an early start to the season.08 Jan 02:30 AM
The CountryNorthland trainee truckies use donated tankerNorthland truck driver training gets new aid.07 Jan 11:43 PM
The CountryMt Alpha fire: Some days before fire extinguishedFire crews may be back on Mt Alpha near Wanaka for the sixth day today.07 Jan 10:24 PM
The CountryNorsewood fabulous place to farm and gardenReliable rainfall not a problem for upper Norsewood residents.07 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryConservation Comment: Rare shrub needs loveUnfortunately, Gardner's tree daisy is a plant, not a kakapo, so nobody noticed or cared.07 Jan 07:05 PM
