The CountryBay of Plenty school pupils targeted for rural health careersTertiary students will host interactive health career workshops.22 Jun 09:27 PM
The CountryCharolais bull sale provides $10,000 for Rural Support TrustBanks Peninsula farmers give proceeds bull to Mid-Canterbury Rural Support Trust.22 Jun 09:00 PM
The CountryRural programme helps farmer overcome depression58 per cent of injured farmers linked their accident to stress associated with farm work18 Jun 05:11 PM
The CountryCraig 'Wiggy' Wiggins is Agricultural Communicator of the YearCraig "Wiggy" Wiggins is a passionate farmer, horse trainer, commentator, announcer, & MC.17 Jun 01:00 AM
The CountryZero-injuries goal major investment for AllianceDays of telling staff "to take a concrete pill and harden up" were over.16 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryInjury prevention workshops for Alliance Group staffGoal was to get 80 per cent of Alliance staff to take the workshops by end of September.16 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryFarmers urged to look after themselves this winterACC has spent more than $383 million on farm-related injuries in the past five years.13 Jun 05:06 PM
The CountryFieldays is back: What to expect this yearFrom farmers to townies - Fieldays serves everyone interested in the latest rural trends.10 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryVeterinary Council signs international agreement to boost vets' wellbeingMind Matters Initiative designed to improve mental health and wellbeing of vets.29 May 06:00 PM
The CountryBoot camps and mental health events for Young FarmersNew initiative to help improve the wellbeing of young people in rural communities.26 May 10:15 PM
The CountrySeat belts on school buses campaign gears upWheels are turning in the drive to get seat belts on school buses.21 May 03:00 AM
The CountryScores of surgeries cancelled at Waikato hospitals after cyber attackThe Waikato DHB's rural hospitals are closed to outpatients today.18 May 10:30 PM
The CountryNationwide vet shortage pushing staff to breaking pointVeterinary Association says New Zealand is between 50 and 100 vets short.13 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNorthland GP gets rural medicine's top honourGrahame Jelley arrived in NZ 20 years ago with only a job offer and $78 in his pocket.09 May 05:00 PM
The CountryGP recognised for more than 30 years of dedication to rural healthDr Grahame Jelley spent 12 years working as a GP in Ōhope and Whakatane.04 May 08:33 AM
The CountryRural GPs' vaccination delays raise concerns over rolloutRural GP Network says tiered rollout plan does not make sense in remote areas.03 May 04:15 AM
The CountryPink Bands: Classic gumboot altered for first time in 50 yearsA special edition Pink Band gumboot is now on sale to raise money for breast cancer.02 May 08:25 PM
The CountryTangaroa Walker on Farm4Life and making a differenceTangaroa Walker launched Farm4Life "to try & give a bit of light to the farming industry".28 Apr 10:15 PM
The CountryDrought support expanded as dry conditions bite along the east coastAn extra $900,000 of funding will be used to help farmers around the country.28 Apr 04:30 AM
The CountrySeven firearms safety rules for duck hunting seasonPolice remind hunters of the seven basic firearms safety rules.28 Apr 03:00 AM
The CountryResearch shows rural health needs resources, planStudy commissioned by senior doctors' union - Association of Salaried Medical Specialists.26 Apr 08:00 PM
The CountryDairy farmer on road to recovery after head injury, depressionGary Sunshine-Tervit credits his "amazing" wife for helping him tackle his mental health.23 Apr 12:30 AM
The CountrySam Owen: Why it's important to log in to lifeOpinion: The need to stay connected is what make us human.20 Apr 11:00 PM
The CountryEast Coast farmers desperate for rain, support as dry conditions drag onFarmers are worried they'll run out of feed before winter.12 Apr 10:45 PM
The CountryRural GP says bowel screening programme missing the markKawhia GP John Burton believes bowel screening programme has huge design flaws.11 Apr 11:30 PM
The CountryFunding for counselling services for rural MāoriTokomairiro Waiora to receive almost $54,000 from MPI.05 Apr 11:30 PM
The CountryTodd Muller: The conversation we need to have about mental healthMuller wants support for people who help those going through a mental health struggle.30 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: Why Sir John Kirwan's greatest achievement was off the fieldWe need to look after rural folk and their mental health, our economy depends on it.29 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountrySam Whitelock's plans to balance farming and footy"You can't burn the candle from both ends," says Farmstrong ambassador and All Black.29 Mar 01:30 AM
The CountryOpinion: Finding the strength to power on though loss and griefOpinion: "The only alternative to coping was not coping and through necessity, I coped."29 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryThe Country - Challenge editionSam Whitelock, Steve Maharey, Phil Duncan, Ele Ludemann, Darren Stenning.29 Mar 12:00 AM
The CountrySam Owen shares his mental health tips for farmersWaikato dairy farmer has some sound advice for anyone struggling with their mental health.25 Mar 12:45 AM
The CountryChange is part of life says YOLO FarmerWayne Langford says farmers need to prepare for change as a part of life.25 Mar 12:30 AM
The CountryCat Levine on talking to rural kids about their mental healthCat Levine is spreading a mental wellness message on her Big Feelings Tractor Trek.24 Mar 12:30 AM
