New ZealandWinedogs festival back with new location, new wines and plenty of walkiesYou don't have to own a dog to go, but there will be plenty around you.23 Mar 03:01 AM
TravelWine, gin, then bed: How to savour McLaren Vale’s best in one easy tripSommelier-led Small Batch Wine Tours links visitors directly with boutique winemakers.06 Mar 08:00 AM
PremiumAgribusinessBoutique winery bucks industry slump as Soho plots more overseas growthExpansion plans come as about 100,000 tonnes of grapes were left unpicked in 2025.01 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'It’s verging on ridiculous': Winemaker stunned by earliest harvest in 45 years14 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandFrom a popular dragstrip to some of NZ's best wine: The curious case of the soil under Thunderpark23 Dec 05:00 PM
CrimeDeadly habit: Truckie who killed RSE worker had history of using his phone while driving19 Dec 05:03 AM
Crime'She was just wailing': Friends had to tell RSE worker's mum he had been killed in a crashTruck driver Robert Clifford was on his phone when he crashed into the RSE van.31 Aug 01:00 AM
WorldWildfire threatens farms on Mount VesuviusAll hiking routes on the volcano near Naples are closed to tourists.10 Aug 07:24 PM
TravelExplore Central Otago's latest attractions: Wine, adventure and moreA winery stay, creative kai in a casual setting and mini-golf are among the new options. 19 Jul 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyInside the new luxury eatery blending Central Otago's history and cuisineFine dining restaurant is a nod to gold mining history and Chinese immigrants of the area.27 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandGrape growers take steps to minimise carbon footprintThe report looked at soil, water, waste, climate change, plant protection and people.16 Apr 03:55 AM
New Zealand'Not a great situation': Marlborough growers face tough wine seasonWine makers ask growers to leave some grapes unpicked in Marlborough.19 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandThe robots that could replace fungicidesUV-C light targets mildew at night, preventing pathogen regeneration.11 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhy Marsden Estate’s winemaking achievements will continue following saleMarsden Estate owners Rod and Cindy MacIvor reflect on vineyard sale.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailPremium Kumeu River chardonnays lauded as family rack up 80 years of winemakingKumeu River chardonnays hold their own against premier French wine, but at a better price.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAll smiles: Taradale man's shot wins farming photo competition'They always have a big smile on their faces; they are lovely people.'16 Jan 12:12 AM
New Zealand'High degree of culpability': Luxury Waiheke vineyard convicted and fined after long legal battleThe vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.08 Dec 01:23 AM
TravelA Waiheke vineyard just launched an adventure experience. Is it worth trying?We give the thrilling experience a try.07 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandLuxury Waiheke vineyard found guilty of noise breach, could be fined up to $600kThe vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.15 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelStay overnight at a vineyard for less than $5NZ's best-kept secret – the cheapest way to enjoy a vineyard stay.26 Jul 04:22 AM
TravelThe NZ wine region with vineyards to rival BurgundyThis revered wine region produces pinot noir considered among the finest in the world.07 Jul 12:20 AM
TravelWhy you should tap into the booming trend that's luxury vineyard staysReputable vineyards are opening to the public, providing much more than a cellar door.13 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy Esk Valley is still the ‘perfect place’ to visit'I think people might have the wrong idea about what’s happening in the valley.'01 Mar 05:01 PM
TravelWhere is Jacinda Ardern getting married? These five spots are frontrunnersWe ask the experts which vineyards are frontrunners.08 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandFrom water to wine: The story of Dancing PetrelA lifestyle change led to couple producing award-winning wines.15 Oct 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessPower list: Who’s who in NZ's $2.4b wine industryIs it still a viable option for those who dream of owning a vineyard?21 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Very privileged': New York tax fraudster forced to sell luxury Kiwi vineyardA judge said it was unfortunate Rath had 'crossed a line' by engaging in illegal activity.17 Sep 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSacred Hill's $72m shortfall referred to authoritiesReceivers lodge formal complaints over winemaker, which collapsed in 2021 owing $100m.25 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelThe VIP treatment: What to expect on a private tour of Tiraki WinesMarlborough's Longfield Farm is home to both Tiraki Wines and Longfield Gardens.13 Aug 07:30 AM
