PremiumPremiumThe CountryTwo years, two environmental disasters for ContactA routine spraying operation to control pests goes wrong, killing 1.1ha of vegetation.17 Feb 08:10 PM
The CountryMove to Jersey herd an easy decision for Waikato dairy farmer"In every aspect of the business, I'm trying to maximise returns," Zach Mounsey says.16 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountrySeaside village 'cut off' after shock Covid checkpoint shift; Mayor calls for changeThere's no way out of Port Waikato unless you're "brave and hardy".15 Feb 05:24 PM
The CountryBoat rage: Tairua man arrested over incident at wharfThe man will appear in court tomorrow.09 Feb 12:26 AM
The CountryFonterra discharging nitrogen-heavy water on to 'ghost farms'Cows have been cleared from 16 Fonterra farms to dispose of polluted wastewater.08 Feb 06:53 PM
The CountryPlenty of sex and realism in Ruapehu author's latest bookThe 72-year-old has plenty to draw upon - farming, journalism, politics and more.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryOpen Country low key on big profit riseNo room for complacency, says chairman.03 Feb 04:28 AM
The CountryHot lawnmower blamed for Pokeno house fireFire service renews advice after several property fires across the region.02 Feb 04:39 AM
The CountryDumping in paradise: The efforts people go to avoid tip feesThe illegal dumping comes at a huge environmental and financial cost.29 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryNow is the time to save waterSome water restrictions already in place and more possible.28 Jan 04:45 AM
The CountryImmune Defense Proteins could help protect against influenza or herpesNZ dairy industry could help make international impact on health outcomes.22 Jan 06:07 PM
The CountryNight-time detours from SundayThe works include moving barriers and installing Safe Hits lane sticks.20 Jan 06:08 PM
The CountryLeading NZ sculptor Virginia King will judge No.8 Wire competitionThe award embodies Kiwi ingenuity and brings awareness to a piece of agricultural history.18 Jan 06:14 PM
The CountryThis image went around the world. Now road rage victim, 81, has died mowing lawnsThe 81-year-old had struggled dealing with the road-rage incident last month.11 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryDon't panic: Surf rescue boss says more sharks - but they're just cruisingPeople should stay calm in the wake of the death of a woman at Waihī Beach last week.10 Jan 10:07 PM
The CountryCoastguard Old4New lifejacket upgrade campaign returnsNation-wide mission to remove ill-fitting, damaged and old lifejackets from circulation.27 Dec 08:07 PM
The CountryWaikato researcher close to solving Didymo's riddleDidymo, also known as Rock Snot grows in freshwater streams around the world.23 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryBusy Waikato and Bay of Plenty highways this summerNZTA asks you to plan ahead your journeys this summer.20 Dec 08:00 PM
The CountryFacelift for drought cracked roads on the Hauraki PlainsDrivers also need to expect the unexpected on rural roads.10 Dec 02:07 AM
The CountryChemicals on road after truck crash, driver seriously injured, road closedA truck has rolled on SH27 in Ngarua, in the Matamata-Piako district, early this morning.02 Dec 07:25 PM
The CountryCouncillors want answers over why contracts were granted exception from tenderWaikato Regional Council chairman defends council's 'white as snow' procurement process.29 Nov 11:56 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryResidents want company out over putrid smell hanging over Waikato townPrevailing winds blow an 'egregious heavy stink of a putrid nature' over the Waikato town.26 Nov 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Why PM Jacinda Ardern is charming the farmersIs the PM's bid to hold on to newly converted voters hampering action on housing market?25 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryWaikato and Coromandel hit by a spate of illegal dumpingThe threat from Thames-Coromandel council comes after a spree of dumping in Waipa.24 Nov 08:12 PM
The CountryHere comes the rain: Flooding 'possible' later this weekGet the umbrellas out - rain is on the way.22 Nov 10:46 PM
The CountryResidents warned to stay away from toxic landfill fire siteAuthorities have advised pregnant women to move away from a fire burning at a landfill.16 Nov 09:16 PM
The CountryCouncils warn over water usageNIWA has advised councils they are in for a hot and humid summer15 Nov 12:25 AM
The CountrySignificant flax varieties translocated to Lake RuatunaThe flaxes planted are small cuttings – less than 1m tall.09 Nov 11:41 PM
The CountryOwner of burning landfill given deadline for actionThe fire has been burning underground since August at Puke Coal Landfill.06 Nov 09:06 PM
The CountryKoi carp hunt a family affairBow hunters from across the North Island have hauled close to four tons of pest out.03 Nov 01:07 AM
The CountryStrawberry exports under threat as Kiwis face price rises'What we really need is more Kiwis to pick and to buy an extra couple of punnets.'02 Nov 10:10 PM
The CountryNew World Te Rapa comes home with four medalsTop sausages decided just in time for barbecue season.02 Nov 03:19 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIgnoring alarms led to massive overflow, court hearsWaikato River ran brown for two days after Contact's geothermal water and sediment spill.01 Nov 11:00 PM
The CountryAnimals but no people at this year's Waikato A&P ShowThe show will ensure there are less than 100 people within competition zones.12 Oct 08:57 PM
