The CountryWhy more carbs can actually be good for youStudy shows increased whole grains intake can help protect from a broad range of diseases.10 Jan 11:30 PM
The CountryFeds applaud health and safety boost"Long-term injury rehabilitation and loss of productivity ... carries a high price tag"10 Jan 02:48 AM
The CountryAnimals take $70m injury toll on Kiwis"We do know over the years there have been people who have been killed by cattle."09 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryShellfish off menu in parts of NorthlandRoutine tests on shellfish samples show high levels of toxins.08 Jan 11:00 PM
The Country'M. bovis' momentum to be maintainedMycoplasma bovis had a big impact on primary industries in the last year.07 Jan 09:00 PM
The CountryMohaka River users now have emergency radioRadio network an extra layer of safety for those on the river.19 Dec 05:34 PM
The CountryMinerals: We are what we eatSheep and cattle need the right minerals to thrive on farms.19 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryFree worming tablets for rural dogsFifty dogs dosed over December 8-9, to combat Whanganui's sheep measles prevalence16 Dec 06:00 AM
The CountryTragedy behind dachshund's farm safety messageChildren's author Harriet Bremner's partner was killed in a farm machinery accident.12 Dec 07:28 PM
The CountryCall for mental health report outcomes to apply to allThe Mental Health Foundation wants more focus on rural communities.12 Dec 05:00 AM
The CountryOutcomes should be rural proofed, RWNZ saysRural Women NZ want to see a focus on mental health in farming communities.12 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryFarmers set up Facebook support page for M. bovisOpen page ''Mbovis Affected Farmers'' on Facebook was set up in late November.11 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountryMental health services access key for rural communities''It is timely and overdue. The problem has been recognised."11 Dec 10:00 PM
The CountrySwift action wanted on rural GP shortageNZ Rural General Practice Network says there is a serious shortage.11 Dec 08:45 PM
The CountryMedicinal cannabis bill passes third readingNational calls bill decriminalisation by stealth but it passes third reading.11 Dec 04:35 AM
The CountryMore meningococcal vaccinations are on their wayMore meningococcal ACWY vaccine is heading north.10 Dec 10:30 PM
The CountryWill To Live's 'speak up' message received by farmersMore farmers are speaking up against depression, thanks to a new campaign.04 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryPlan ahead to lessen festive stress on farmComment: Planning can help alleviate festive stress around the farm this Christmas01 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryWar on sheep measles continuesComment: Whanganui farmers organise BBQ to educate dog owners about sheep measles.30 Nov 03:00 PM
The CountryTime to pull the plug - vet calls it a dayMark Matthews has been a vet for 44 years.28 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryWalkers in Whanganui urged to dose their dogs against sheep measlesTime to vaccinate dogs against sheep measles.28 Nov 04:00 AM
The CountryM. bovis vet receives national recognitionThe vet who identified first signs of m.bovis has been given national recognition.28 Nov 02:00 AM
The CountryNew appointment at Canterbury Rural Support TrustA rural life coach will take on a new challenge for the Mycoplasma bovis response.28 Nov 12:00 AM
The CountryStudy explores stress in district rocked by quakes, droughtResearchers exploring stress in Canterbury district rocked by quakes, drought and storms.27 Nov 11:47 PM
The CountryFederated Farmers: Members may not be prepared for disasterFarmers seemed unfazed by a recent civil defence test - and the Feds are concerned.27 Nov 06:30 PM
The CountryFeds say change to union access rule a win"Dangerous to have people crawling over farms where [farmers] don't know they're there"27 Nov 02:00 AM
The Country'I consider myself lucky': farmer's rescue after quad bike rollWilliam Blundell has no recollection of being pinned under the bike.26 Nov 02:33 AM
The CountryDogs with parasites spread sheep measlesWhanganui has a higher than average prevalence of sheep measles22 Nov 10:38 PM
The CountryNo acute health risk, Ohakea residents toldScheme for uncontaminated water at Ōhakea takes another step forward22 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryNursing in rural Central Otago a life's workMarg Eckhoff has played an important part in rural health in Central Otago for many years.20 Nov 08:30 PM
The CountryAdolescent activity levels revealed in Otago University studyResults have been revealed after a University of Otago study of rural adolescents.20 Nov 07:30 PM
The CountryOtago Uni committed to virtual rural medical school plansProposal not affected by Government's decision not to support Waikato Uni initiative.18 Nov 08:00 PM
The CountryRural health 'about more than doctors'Government's decision to scrap school of rural medicine welcomed in Dunedin.18 Nov 01:30 AM
The CountryVaccinating your herd can be vitalTime to vaccinate herds against Leptospirosis.15 Nov 04:00 PM
