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
The CountryArohena ‘kid’ to head ZespriYoung leader from Waikato rises through the ranks to head Zespri organisation.06 Jun 12:30 AM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursFans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsVincent Ashworth made Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to agricultureAshworth worked to improve farming practices in Ethiopia and Afghanistan.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsFarmer humbled by King's Birthday HonourSam Lewis has been dedicated to farming and associated businesses.02 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryFrom 40 packs a week to 1500, mother-daughter duo nourishing Te Puke with microgreens'Microgreens are not just the garnish on a meal at a fancy restaurant.'30 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNZ dairy business blames Ethiopian ministry for insolvency'Pioneering' company wanting to develop heat-tolerant cattle hit trouble overseas.21 May 04:38 AM
The CountryLarry the duck becomes Daisy from HikuaiIt appears Larry has a tragic tale of lost love but is reunited with extended family.20 May 06:30 PM
The CountryFunding to help eradicate remaining predators of native speciesPokaiwhenua Catchment Group helps households to trap pests in their backyards.19 May 11:23 PM
The CountryDairy winners announced for 2024 Ahuwhenua TrophyFarm manager Ben Purua and Wairarapa Moana ki Pouākani Incorporation honoured at awards.19 May 11:09 PM
The CountryDrive to get horses microchipped in the wake of Cyclone GabrielleDisappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.18 May 10:00 PM
The CountryLarry's winging it in Whangamatā but who's footing the bill?Town has a feathered friend whose main street antics are 'quacking' everyone up.17 May 07:30 PM
The CountryPirongia herd manager named New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the YearKirwyn Ellis was described by the judges as relaxed, thoughtful and mature.16 May 03:15 AM
The CountryFieldays Innovation Awards draw in 64 nominationsFinalists will participate in both an online judging pre-event and on-site judging.14 May 10:00 PM
