OpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: Broken foot highlights broken health systemA stint in Dunedin's emergency ward causes Jamie to doubt his political leanings...02 Oct 05:00 AM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Let's show farmers we careCOMMENT: Protesters worrying about lambs born in the cold Spring weather take it too far.30 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountryKevin Hague: Water corridor protection important for allConservation order includes rivers' environmental, cultural and recreational values .30 Sep 04:25 AM
OpinionMarvelly: Fonterra a cash cow - for someOPINION: You can pay 170 and a half people an average salary - or pay Theo Spierings.29 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountryRural Ramblings: It's all go on the farmDog drama, new highways, broken pipelines ... and then there's the weather28 Sep 05:00 AM
The CountryTalking Rugby: Colin Meads trophy donatedA special Sir Colin Meads memorial trophy will be at stake this Saturday.27 Sep 05:00 AM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: I'm not afraid of big bad WinstonCOMMENT: Peters has always demonstrated a willingness to do a deal, says Rachel Stewart.26 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: 'Fat cats' in Peters' sightsCOMMENT: So what else is on NZ First's corporate reform agenda?26 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: The emotional Maori Party demiseThe shock departure of the Maori Party was the only real upset of the election.26 Sep 06:16 AM
The CountryReduce damage, raise profitIt's appropriate to examine alternatives to reduce environmental damage says Barrie Ridler26 Sep 04:00 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsBe prepared for a Labour-NZ First governmentCOMMENT: Winston Peters could go either way, here's why it will likely be Labour.25 Sep 01:21 AM
OpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Ardern's tax call huge blunderCOMMENT: While Jacinda saved Labour, she and she alone, is responsible for their defeat.24 Sep 07:24 PM
The CountryOpinion: Decent gorge alternative neededIf we look at the bigger picture it is clear the region is very vulnerable.24 Sep 04:00 PM
The CountrySmell of an Oily Rag: Slugs and snailsWays to control slugs and snails in the garden without having to resort to poison.21 Sep 02:00 AM
OpinionDom GeorgeDominic 'Furious' George: How farmers can bridge the rural-urban divideThis week's farming protest in Morrinsville was a damp squib. Why preach to the converted?20 Sep 10:03 PM
The CountryTowns may be smashed, farmers ruined: Ron MarkWater big issue for farming community in Wairarapa electorate.20 Sep 10:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Rural voices call for understandingEDITORIAL: Farmers deserve better than to be cast as environmental villains.19 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: Once upon a time, when farming was legalOpinion: Jamie Mackay wonders what the future holds for farming - will it be extinct?18 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountryThe Country Side: When Lady Luck is on your sideI'd have skidded off our drive had the farmer not yelled at the crucial moment.18 Sep 12:29 AM
The CountryRachel Rose: Vancouver leading the wayVancouver has an ambitious goal: to be the greenest city in the world by 2020.17 Sep 11:26 PM
The CountryJames Palmer: Beneath the surface of our water debateHeretaunga's water resources are the lifeblood of our region.16 Sep 04:00 AM
The CountryRachel Wise: My Aladdin's cave with a handleLife is like my junk drawer - you never know what you're going to get15 Sep 10:00 PM
OpinionDom GeorgeDom 'Furious' George: Come join the Great Kereru CountDom praises the seed dropping, fruit quaffing, drunken 'gardener of the sky' - the kereru.14 Sep 10:03 PM
OpinionBrian FallowTwo tracks to lower emissionsCOMMENT: Labour and the Greens offer different ways to put a price on carbon.14 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryBarrie Ridler: Bay could be wonderful environmentChange must be encouraged and allowed room to flourish.14 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryCheap politicking unfair on farmersPoliticians blame water pollution on farmers, despite their best efforts to combat it.14 Sep 07:23 AM
The Country5.5m shark spooks diver in WhangareiSharks don't taste great - leave them alone.14 Sep 01:00 AM
The CountryDavid Haxton: Time to beef up check for pestsFor too long the biosecurity check-in process on the mainland has been a shambles.13 Sep 06:00 AM
The CountryOpinion: Dairy could be hit with trifecta of taxesClimate change is too complicated for each sector to attempt to address on its own.13 Sep 01:30 AM
The CountryThere's a choice when it comes to emissionsHow we plan to meet our climate change obligations and reduce emissions is important.12 Sep 11:00 PM
The CountryWellbeing of rural community importantRural Support Trusts offer free and confidential advice and support for rural people.12 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionRachel StewartRachel Stewart: Don't feel sorry for farmersCOMMENT: National is talking up the urban-rural divide to get votes, says Rachel Stewart.12 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryEditorial: Voting in the darkPoliticians seem to believe if you repeat a lie often enough it will become true.12 Sep 12:30 AM