The CountryVessel salvaged after running aground on Coromandel beachMaritime NZ confirmed it is investigating after fishing boat beached in the Coromandel.20 Aug 02:54 AM
The CountryA whole ewe world: Waikato shearer places 12th at Europe's largest agricultural showWellington placed 12th in ladies' shearing at Europe's biggest agricultural show.15 Aug 12:34 AM
The CountryCrocodile farmer happy with a new life of teachingBefore teaching students, Chris Foot farmed crocodiles.12 Aug 05:01 AM
The CountryA keen interest in farming and machinery for five generations“It started in 1913 when my grandfather, William Fitzgerald, emigrated from England."10 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryMan suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro ForestDue to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.05 Aug 02:57 AM
The CountryWorker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in WaikatoPolice were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.27 Jul 01:11 AM
The CountryQuirky town split over need for Burger King and StarbucksSome see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.26 Jul 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some baconExpected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.25 Jul 01:43 AM
The CountryFonterra proposes job cuts, outsourcing labour from overseasThe dairy giant is proposing job cuts at its Waikato headquarters.24 Jul 05:44 AM
The CountryWaikato police spike milk truck after alleged theftNo milk spilt and nobody hurt - but police say things could have been worse.23 Jul 06:19 PM
The CountryTonnes of debris washes ashore in Whitianga, forces closure of boat rampA heavy rain watch with strong northeast winds has been issued for the Coromandel.19 Jul 05:00 AM
The Country$180k fine after worker seriously injured by mussel harvesting machineMaritime NZ has issued a warning to operators after a marine farm worker was badly hurt.19 Jul 04:11 AM
The CountryYoung Farmers prepare to take over Waikato for grand final'We’re looking forward to showcasing the mighty Waikato to the rest of the country.'09 Jul 02:30 AM
The CountryTaupō sheep dog trial raises $30k for rescue chopperThe fundraising total for the Bayleys Sheepdog Trials near Taupō has been announced.08 Jul 08:30 PM
The CountryWaikato vet launches special education kit for kidsAnexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.08 Jul 06:30 PM
The CountryNew club rugby trophy honours legacy of Waikato All Blacks greatsThe first match for the Clarke Family Cup took place in Morrinsville last weekend.04 Jul 08:00 PM
The CountryPower move: $15m for back-up generators in CoromandelPowerco is spending $14.7m on back-up generators in Coromandel town and Matarangi.23 Jun 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAI boost for dairy farming productivityArtificial intelligence tackles mastitis problem, improves bottom line.21 Jun 12:53 AM
The CountryWhat's next for award winning dairy trainee Kirwyn Ellis?Find out what makes the Pirongia 20-year-old tick.20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFieldays Innovation Award winners share a common themeThe annual awards provide a platform for creative problem-solvers to showcase their ideas.18 Jun 10:55 PM
The CountryNo economic growth in Thames-Coromandel for 12 monthsA recent Infometrics report shows the district lagged behind national averages.18 Jun 07:30 PM
The CountryFieldays organisers cautiously optimistic as attendees split on event successFieldays has wrapped up for 2024 and visitor numbers showed a minimal upwards trend.18 Jun 05:00 AM
The CountryNine hundred sheep and 250 dog trial enthusiasts set for four-day compThe National Equestrian Centre arena in Taupō will host the popular event.18 Jun 02:00 AM
The CountryNew fencing champion ends winning streak of five-time title-holderMeanwhile, the tractor pull competition also celebrated some wins.17 Jun 01:25 AM
The CountryTips for first-time Fieldays visitorsOpinion: Fieldays is a huge agricultural and technology-based world.14 Jun 06:30 PM
The CountryRain to ease in north, but parts of the south still in firing lineWet weather to ease in upper north, but Bay of Plenty, Tasman still in firing line.13 Jun 07:58 PM
The CountryWaikato-designed robots take over FieldaysMachines to help horticulture industry and its struggles are being exhibited at Fieldays.13 Jun 06:30 PM
The CountryFieldays exhibitors recognised for standout sitesWith two days left of Fieldays, attendees might want to check out award-winning sites.13 Jun 06:00 AM
The CountryFieldays 2024 kicks off with special recognitionFieldays 2024 is off to a good start, NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Peter Nation said.13 Jun 03:12 AM
The CountryMassive tree root holds up traffic in CoromandelA fallen 20-tonne tree is behind ongoing hold ups on SH25 in the Coromandel.13 Jun 01:20 AM
The Country'Not the actions of a good father' - Police say missing Marokopa man armed, still a risk to communityThis morning they offered a $80,000 reward in the hunt for Tom Phillips.11 Jun 02:08 AM
The CountryTractor pull, fencing and excavator comp: What's on at Fieldays?It's less than a week to go until Fieldays kicks off for the 56th time.08 Jun 07:15 PM
The CountryKiwis set to take on the best young rodeo competitors in the USA team of five has been selected for the National High School Finals Rodeo in the USA.06 Jun 06:30 PM
The Country$4b fund to fix 62,000 road potholes nationwideMore than $2 billion in funding will go towards fixing state highway potholes.06 Jun 02:31 AM
