Rural bloke or rural sheila? Stock agent's down-to-earth response goes viral
'Truthfully I'm not worried,' says 'tomboy' stock agent.
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‘Lean on a gate, talk to a mate’ hits the States
'It doesn’t matter what country you live in, it’s just how you deal with it and get help.'
Hey, you! Get onto my land! Faroese use Viking era law to cash in on tourism
How to make the most of a tourism boom - pay-to-access nature.
'Dad’s a bit mortified': Vet students revive nude calendar tradition
“It’s not meant to be raunchy; it’s just a bit of fun.”
So much going on: Great day had by all at popular Whangārei A&P Show
Kids and adults had a great time at the 142nd show.
Jo's hidden food forest flourishing in Coromandel subdivision
'I have always strived to be as self-sustaining as possible.'
'I like to have my say': Retired farmer recognised for community efforts
Edward Oakley reflects on his life as a farmer and local politician.
Run, rabbit, run: Bunny shoot planned to tackle furry pests
Queenstown Lakes District Council set to carry out its first bunny cull in local park.
Waikato farmers swap tractors for surfboards
The annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.
Taking a fresh approach to water quality
WAI Wānaka now working on a network of urban groups to look after local water sources.
One family adds 25,000 plants to ecological corridor
Beautifying the Mangapiko Stream will enhance its mana.
Book about chickens a feather in the cap for debut author
A Hawke’s Bay debut author’s advice is “to make sure you have talented friends”.
Builder spends $300k to realise big-rig childhood dream
The impressive big-rig and car are the same as those in the famous Burt Reynolds flick.
From one farmer to another: 'It's okay to cry'
Matt Holden was at rock bottom, but now he wants to help others in the rural sector.
New telehealth provider goes online for the 900,000 rural New Zealanders
Ka Ora Telecare's initial rollout is for 20 rural practices.
Let’s be fair — the Wairoa show is cancelled, but town gets a big day out
Cyclone damage at the showgrounds means a fair to be held in the main street instead.
'Fix it properly': 80yo fed up after potholes patched 11 times in 2.5 years
'You can’t just shovel gravel in there and leave it.'
'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in Whangārei
Northlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.
What’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guide
How do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?
'We help in any way we can': Rural calendar raising funds
'I was happy to be a calendar girl as long as I didn’t have to take my clothes off....'
It's not your average animal farm: Meet the couple building a unique paradise
The effort is worth it when the couple see looks of 'absolute delight and huge smiles'.
Why the Shred Shed is looking for 'old farmers'
Tapanui fitness studio is bringing many rural people together - except for older men.
'I found her as a wreck, a lot like myself at the time': How a WWII vessel buoyed a widower's grief
'I needed a project to help rebuild myself and Kuparu was it.'
Show Day: When country comes to town
NZ's largest agricultural and pastoral show celebrates its 160th anniversary this week.
Why a South Island tractor driver’s chance moa discovery just got more incredible
Moa footprints discovered in Otago riverbed found to be second-oldest ever documented.
Farming family donates almost 6000 mince meals
'I like the idea of being able to help out families that are struggling.'
'Carnivore's paradise': Meatstock returns to mystery Creek
Music, meat and medieval combat combine at Mystery Creek's Meatstock
Beanie me up: Women knits 1000 woolly hats for children
Norma McCallum's hobby benefits children.
Beekeepers buzzing after Hawke's Bay cyclone donations
Ōtaki Buzz Club are donating 25 hives to Hawke's Bay.
What these Coromandel kids found that's worth thousands
The children’s father was surprised to find the huge lump sitting on the kitchen bench.
Comedy nights bringing cheers to farmers, growers
The shows will feature performances from four of New Zealand’s top comedic acts
A doctor, an island and oil: The olive journey of Peter Crelinsten
Peter’s connection with olives harks back to the Maltese island Gozo in the Mediterranean.
How each Kiwi household wastes $1510 of food a year - and how to stop it
Grocery shopping or buying takeaways when the fridge isn't empty needs to stop.