The CountryTropical atmospheric river hits NZ, more than 24 hrs of rain forecast for some regionsSome parts of the Tasman District could get 500mm of rain or more, the council said. 02 Apr 02:08 AM
The Country‘Island in the wilderness’: Proposed boundary shift sparks concernResidents say the proposed boundaries ignore local geographic ties.01 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryWhy this week’s rain won’t be enough to end NZ droughtAuckland can expect warm nights with lows around 18C this week.31 Mar 08:48 PM
The CountrySkills of sheep dogs and handlers on show in WhangāreiMount Manaia Sheep Dog Trial Club's annual trial this Sunday.27 Mar 03:09 AM
The CountryDire warning as ‘drought buster’ rain in April unlikely, North Island faces more dry months New data shows rainfall is down by about 75% in many areas. 26 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountryNew automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clamThe gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.26 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryTo bee, or not to bee: Looking after the littlest livestock'Bees are not as easy to look after as many people think.'25 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryLifetime’s work ‘gone’: Farmer fights animal cruelty jail sentenceA jury found he failed to properly feed 834 pregnant sheep, 86 cattle and 32 heifers.25 Mar 04:00 AM
The CountryOnce-a-day milking a winning choice for King Country coupleOAD milking move made in the 2023-24 season as costs were getting 'out of control'.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country‘Really lucky’: Farmers grateful for training programmeGrowing Future Farmers is a training programme aimed at increasing industry skills.22 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryNew investors for Spring Sheep Milk CoSpring Sheep has 16 suppliers, mainly based in Waikato.21 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryNorthern Ireland to the North Island: A well-travelled tractorStanley Wilson's 33-year-old 3080 is still in regular use.21 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryCarbon credit deal to provide windfall for Māori landownersThe deal will earn forest trust about $9.3 million in annual payments for 10 years.21 Mar 12:09 AM
The CountryShare Farmers of the Year revealed at Central Plateau awardsThe Kiffs won Share Farmer of the Year, milking 580 cows in Tokoroa.19 Mar 11:24 PM
The Country'Journeying with them': How dairy farmer Matt's giving backA Dairy Industry Award winner is helping encourage others to enter the awards.19 Mar 04:00 PM
The Country'It wears everyone out': Drought taking its toll on farmers'As farmers, we love our stock and want to keep them going.'18 Mar 10:18 PM
The Country‘Cash came in for Crays’: Couple given crayfish permit for hui illegally sold 35kg to local restaurantTony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.18 Mar 06:00 AM
The Country'It's getting scary now': Drought-hit farmers face harsh winter'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'17 Mar 08:25 PM
The Country‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme NZ hot streaks expected to riseScientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.16 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryThistles a 'menace to conservation' in 1948“If this goes on, in 10 years there will be 100,000 acres devoted to thistle."15 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryPest control initiatives, including hunting competition, ramp up in Waikato"If they (hunters) have any doubts, then don't shoot."13 Mar 09:00 PM
The Country‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons regionDrought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.13 Mar 05:00 PM
The Country'I wanted to give something back': From award winner to organiserJessie Pope is helping organise the 2025 Dairy Industry Awards.13 Mar 02:00 AM
The CountryDigger does its duty to deal with invasive weedDoC is using a collaborative effort to remove an invasive weed species. 11 Mar 09:00 PM
The CountryWhy this farmer is a 'beacon of community spirit'Sharemilker Danielle Hovmand had no idea she'd been put up for an award.11 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryFire crews battled blaze near Tokoroa for over five hoursThe fire covered a 100m x 70m area of pine and eucalyptus trees.10 Mar 05:49 PM
The Country'Desperately need water': Drought tightens grip on farmers'Springs and wells are drying up, putting huge pressure on stock water availability.'10 Mar 03:27 AM
The CountryFire ban: All permits revoked for North Waikato and CoromandelFire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season in the area.07 Mar 03:35 AM
The CountryDrought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers supportThe government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.07 Mar 12:54 AM
The CountryHot, dry conditions tip Northland into droughtBig dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades07 Mar 12:52 AM
The CountryTop axeman Jack Jordan ready for NZ Rural GamesJordan's brother Shane will be a tough rival at the wood chopping event.06 Mar 10:24 PM
The CountrySH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near WhangamatāPolice said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.06 Mar 09:59 PM
The CountryNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryCompany lodges fast-track Waihī mine applicationOceanaGold has submitted a project application through the fast-track approvals process.05 Mar 07:22 PM
