PremiumPremiumThe Country|UpdatedTriggar Happy: How a homeless sharemilker became a Kiwi country rock star'When it all boils down to it, you only lose when you quit,' the Ōtorohanga musician says.26 Apr 09:00 PM
The CountryLiving in the 'backblocks' in the 1920s"Reluctance of New Zealanders to go on to farms in the backblocks has long been deplored".25 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryThe iwi plan to turn mussel spat into long-term wealthThe venture could return up to $1.2m a year to each of four iwi.25 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumThe CountryFonterra payout: How Rotorua and Taupō farmers are spending their cash21 Apr 06:55 PM
The CountryFrom sharemilkers to co-owners: Waikato couple eye full farm ownership next17 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryKiwifruit growers endured Cyclone Vaianu without major damageAbout five million trays of red kiwifruit have already been packed and shipped.13 Apr 10:29 PM
The CountryFonterra farmers’ $400,000 paydayHow will Fonterra's farmer-shareholders spend their $400,000 Mainland payments?13 Apr 09:48 PM
The CountryStates of emergency lift as New Zealand moves into cyclone recovery stageCommunities are helped to return to normal.13 Apr 06:57 AM
The Country'Blessed to still be around': The secret to 75 years of marriageThe couple met at Ken’s brother’s wedding in 1950 and married in 1951.13 Apr 12:00 AM
The CountryNZ 'getting a cyclone season': Is this now a regular thing?Two hundred and seventy households in Ōhope and Thornton had to evacuate.12 Apr 07:45 PM
The CountryStates of emergency continue overnight as Cyclone Vaianu risk remainsGale-force winds and large coastal swells are set to continue.12 Apr 08:37 AM
The CountryNearly 4000 without power in Tauranga as Cyclone Vaianu set to make landfall todayA red wind warning is in effect for Great Barrier, Coromandel, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.11 Apr 05:10 PM
The CountryTorrential rain, 140km/h winds, 8m waves: Cyclone Vaianu set to hit North IslandThe 'multi-hazard, potentially life-threatening event' is set to make landfall on Sunday.10 Apr 08:59 PM
The CountryLife-threatening storm looms: When Vaianu is expected to hit North IslandAuckland has activated its Emergency Co-ordination Centre as NZ braces for the cyclone.09 Apr 01:32 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Food for thought – why buying NZ‑grown mattersOPINION: About 60% of pork eaten in New Zealand is imported under different standards.08 Apr 09:42 PM
The CountryWho helped Tom Phillips stay hidden for years? Police probe continuesPolice told the Herald they have spoken to several people. 07 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country150km/h winds: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu now Category 3MetService says the cyclone is set to intensify in the coming days.07 Apr 12:39 AM
The Country'The buck always stops with us': Fuel spike piles pressure on farmersSurging diesel and petrol prices are pushing up fertiliser, feed and freight costs.03 Apr 09:00 PM
The CountryRural GPs brace as fuel costs hit patient travel and emergency calloutsRural GPs say fuel hikes are pushing up costs for emergency prime callouts.01 Apr 07:37 PM
The CountryMigrant dad with brain cancer faces visa deadline and uncertain futureFar from home, a migrant father faces a devastating brain cancer battle.01 Apr 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLoad of bull? Start-up founder raises questions after R&D grant application rebuffedPLUS: Analyst swings from Xero foe to friend; what EECA blew on Mevo.31 Mar 11:29 PM
The CountryTemperatures drop to single digits for parts of New Zealand tonightDespite the mercury plunging tonight, warmer conditions are on the way later this week.30 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'Amazing feeling’: Waikato winner takes Young Farmer regional finalCam Clayton edged out Te Miro farmer Stephen Brunskill by just three points.29 Mar 10:09 PM
The CountryWeather clearing for North Island as low moves away, all rain watches liftedIt comes after a week of extreme weather wreaking havoc across the country.29 Mar 06:05 PM
The Country'Constantly learning': Waikato vegan turns 1.2ha block into market gardenSarah Oliver runs a fully certified organic veganic garden near Waitetuna.28 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryThe agri-tech startup using iPhone 3D scans to weigh livestockThe Scanabull app uses iPhone 3D cameras to weigh cattle without scales.27 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryHamilton farmers’ market marks 20 years of local food and communityWeekly market draws over 2000 Sunday visitors in peak season.26 Mar 08:00 PM
The CountryFarmer eyes last shot at coveted young farmer title this weekendFor 30‑year‑old Cam Clayton, this season is his final chance at the title.24 Mar 10:00 PM
