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
RoyalsFarmer humbled by King's Birthday HonourSam Lewis has been dedicated to farming and associated businesses.02 Jun 05:00 PM
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
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
The CountryMarine development set to boost Coromandel aquacultureThe $15 million marine project could add up to 100 jobs to the district.13 May 02:25 AM
The CountryRebuilding history a family affairHe used parts of an old bus chassis to painstakingly rebuild the Model 33.12 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFrom derelict quarry to an arboretum with a twistIt's hard to believe the land was once a derelict, greywacke quarry 30 years ago.11 May 05:00 PM
The CountrySecrets within Te Kūiti shearer statue to be revealedThe first of three mystery packages is due to be removed.09 May 03:35 AM
The CountryPreparations for 56th Fieldays ramp upThis year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.08 May 10:00 PM
The CountryCharity meating the need of Waikato locals having it toughFarmer-run charity puts meals on tables for needy Waikato families.07 May 12:30 AM
The CountryThree women take out top spots in Pureora Hunting CompNumbers for the annual competition are back to pre-Covid levels, DoC says.04 May 07:00 PM
The Country'We'd be lost without the ambulance' - Te Kūiti residentsIt's proposed to send the ambulance to either Ōtorohanga or Te Awamutu.30 Apr 11:22 PM
The CountryThe white stuff gets a green makeover in TaupōA high-tech trailer offers farm-fresh milk with a creamy top, like in bygone days.30 Apr 11:00 PM
The CountryGoat control: Helicopters search Tongariro National Park for feral pestsDoC eradicated the local wild goat population last year and hopes to keep it that way.30 Apr 07:00 PM
The CountryFrankenfruit: Is this New Zealand's biggest feijoa?'We couldn’t believe how much it weighed.'26 Apr 01:33 AM
The CountryIwi apply for temporary fishing closures in Hauraki GulfThe MPI is seeking feedback on an application relating to three areas in the Hauraki Gulf.23 Apr 12:18 AM
The Country'Extremely disappointing': Velvetleaf outbreaks on Waikato farmsOne of the world’s most invasive weeds has been discovered on two Waikato maize farms.18 Apr 10:08 PM
The CountryTwo horses shot dead by police north of Taupō'The horses began to travel at speed towards the highway.'17 Apr 02:35 AM
