The CountryCatchment approach better for freshwater, farmer saysGovernment's freshwater proposals will punish low-leaching farmers, Rob Craig says.20 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryRugby: Meads and Lochore Cup finalists found in Heartland ChampionshipNorth Otago and Wanganui will battle for the ultimate prize of the Meads Cup.20 Oct 03:19 AM
The CountrySurge of complaints over effluent dischargesWaikato Regional Council has been investigating eight complaints.15 Oct 01:45 AM
The CountryWild weather: Schools closed, roads floodedHeavy rain warnings remain in parts of the North Island, but it will ease to showers.14 Oct 07:30 PM
The CountryRugby: Heartland Championship sorts out final Meads and Lochore Cup placings with exciting matchesSome old favourites return to prominence, while others wonder what might have been.13 Oct 04:49 AM
The CountryBlair Vining fought tirelessly to fix cancer care in NZ. He just lost his own battleHis death comes after a fight like no other.10 Oct 11:53 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryWhich regions are still beating Auckland?Regional economic growth continues to outpace Auckland, although everywhere is slowing.08 Oct 05:00 AM
The CountryRugby: Both Heartland Championship table leaders upset in penultimate roundTop four completely rearranged again in one of the most competitive seasons in 14 years.06 Oct 03:52 AM
The CountryDairy scientist loses bid for retrial in fraud caseCourt of Appeal says Trevor Lock would have been wise to plead guilty in SFO case.01 Oct 10:50 PM
The CountryRugby: Top sides win inter-island games in sixth round of Heartland ChampionshipSouth Canterbury and West Coast hold off low-ranked home sides to keep top spots29 Sep 03:19 AM
The CountryRugby: Heartland Championship's week five sees teams upset across boardOnly one team gets a victory over a side who was ranked below them on the points table.22 Sep 03:53 AM
The CountryCatalyst brilliant in Northland Breeders' StakesThe Darci Brahma gelding overcame some trouble early to dash clear in the closing stages.16 Sep 12:00 AM
The CountryDairy goat training course trialled in WaikatoUntil now training for those in dairy goat industry has been modelled on bovine industry.15 Sep 08:00 PM
The CountryRacing: Lucyinrio springs minor upset at RuakakaThe upset was one of many talking points from Saturday's raceday.15 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Shock to the system' as temperatures set to drop"Changeable" spring weather brings sun, rain, hot and cold all in one week.15 Sep 05:00 PM
The CountryHeartland rugby: Week 4 sees big changes on points ladderRobbie Smith the hero for North Otago with fulltime penalty kick maintaining unbeaten tag15 Sep 04:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHow rugby saved a life: 'I feel free on the field'An incredible story of Northland's Bron Hames coming back from the brink through rugby.14 Sep 10:08 PM
The CountryNo break from heavy rain and thunderstorms in the NorthThere is a heavy rain watch is in force for Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.08 Sep 06:35 PM
The CountryFuture-proof fence posts - made with milk bottlesMillions of plastic milk bottles are going back to farms to keep cows in the paddocks.02 Sep 07:00 PM
The CountryRose breeder Sam McGredy diesSam McGredy was an icon of roses in New Zealand and around the world.29 Aug 04:57 AM
The CountryPrem babies at Whangārei Hospital to get test results fasterDonation sees a time-saving device bought for prem babies at Whangārei Hospital.15 Jul 02:00 AM
The CountryVillage residents fight plans for Spark cell towerPirongia locals at odds over plans for cell tower in village.11 Jul 08:30 PM
The CountryExotic timber milling day at BullsExotic timber species came under the spotlight at a milling demonstration in Bulls03 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Very disturbing': Tūwharetoa board on Lake Taupō spillThe Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board will be calling for a full investigation.02 Jul 09:25 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCompany-X spices up virtual realityMr Hallett said Company-X can now use virtual reality to help train other industries.30 Jun 11:00 PM
The CountryTeams rewarded for innovation at NZ Startup BootcampTwo teams came out on top of the NZ Startup Bootcamp, each taking home $10,000.27 Jun 10:35 PM
The CountryCouncil cautious over climate changeHamilton City Council will debate whether to declare a climate emergency later in the year19 Jun 10:54 PM
The CountryNorthlander Lewis Nichols voted Fieldays' most eligible bachelorNorthlander Lewis Nichols was deemed the most eligible bachelor at Fieldays last week.19 Jun 12:00 AM
The CountryCancer-sniffing canine to make public debutGumboots and raincoats the right attire for Fieldays this year.11 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryNZ's first hydrogen-powered SUV poised for big revealNew model emits only water and clean air into environment.11 Jun 07:00 AM
The CountryRacing: Max unbeaten over Ellerslie hillFamiliar Whanganui/Waverley figures combine to win McGregor Grant Steeplechase04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySynlait Milk's $280 million Pokeno headacheBusinessman trying to stop new factory at Pokeno is unlikely to back off or be bought off.29 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHeartbreaking death of a 3-week-old baby: Her parents want to help others"I still have days when I breakdown. Just stop work for five minutes and have a good cry."22 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryEquestrian, partner face sex charges against young girlsEXCLUSIVE: Sex charges laid after Cambridge woman allegedly groomed girls for partner.20 May 07:00 AM
