New Zealand'We're here to grow value': Govt announces grass-fed cert scheme, $17m resilient pasture programmePrime Minister Christopher Luxon said agriculture was leading NZ out of a recession.11 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandThe 17-year-old Queenstown rodeo star off to the USZoe Johnston and 4 other Kiwis will compete at the US high school rodeo finals in July. 11 Jun 04:27 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby teams: Key changes highlight semifinal squadsHow the teams will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals. 11 Jun 04:26 AM
New ZealandGovt and industry ink deal to tackle potential foot-and-mouth crisis'An outbreak could cost up to $3b to eradicate, but doing nothing would be far worse.'11 Jun 04:23 AM
Kahu'So thankful': Mum overwhelmed by community support in cancer fightMisty Paniora, 26, was given just a few months to live after cancer spread to her brain.11 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandHow Fieldays' Wellbeing Hub became a rural health lifeline“You name the body part, and chances are someone in the hub is looking after it.” 11 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Sporting legends at FieldaysA cast of 1000s including the PM, Dame Valerie Adams, Richie McCaw, and Monty Betham.11 Jun 02:22 AM
New ZealandGovt funds e-bike charging to boost Hawke's Bay trail tourismThe Government will fund six e-bike chargers on Hawke’s Bay Trails.11 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandOut of the closet: New trust to unite rainbow communityThis weekend marks their first Matariki Pride festival with four events.11 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandTruck rolls in Waitomo, one lane closed on SH3A Fire and Emergency New Zealand heavy rescue crew was dispatched from Hamilton.10 Jun 11:53 PM
New ZealandNot-guilty plea: Murder accused remanded over Catalya's deathThe accused, Drummond Leaf, pleaded not-guilty to murder and assault.10 Jun 11:52 PM
New Zealand'Trapped under a vehicle': Woman critically injured in tow truck mishapA van crushed a woman in a tow truck incident near Rotorua.10 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandFarmer confidence grows but challenges remain - DairyNZDairyNZ released its latest View from the Cowshed report today at Fieldays.10 Jun 11:06 PM
New ZealandSheepskin collagen powder makers up for Fieldays awardTertiary Extracts Ōtautahi creates collagen powder from sheepskins, reducing waste.10 Jun 10:20 PM
New ZealandGates open for Fieldays 2025Fog, family, fun and gumboots abound at Mystery Creek, just outside Hamilton.10 Jun 10:04 PM
New ZealandHow wool could revolutionise sustainable horticulture in NZJacinta Penn won the Innovation Prototype award at Fieldays 2024 for her product.10 Jun 09:46 PM
New Zealand'Real excited vibe': Fieldays returns amid booming agri-sectorPrime Minister Christopher Luxon said the sector was pulling the country out of recession.10 Jun 09:21 PM
New ZealandNZ’s $800m new stretch of state highway opens to trafficJust how important this highway is "cannot be overstated", project manager says.10 Jun 08:27 PM
New ZealandFrom motel owner to mayoral candidate: Steve Gibson vows to curb Hastings rate risesOne woman he visited in Hastings 'burst into tears' over how hard it was to pay.10 Jun 08:12 PM
Herald NOWFieldays kicks off today: what’s the outlook?Fieldays spokesperson Taryn Storey joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to take the pulse of the rural sector as the iconic agricultural event kicks off. Video / Herald NOWWatch10 Jun 08:10 PM
New ZealandWhiff of cannabis during traffic stop leads to drugs convictions for young mumThe 22-year-old mother of three came to court prepared to go to prison. 10 Jun 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy fewer cruise ships may not mean fewer tourists for 'popular' stopThe region expects 87 cruise ships next season across 74 dates.10 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand16yo accepted as volunteer firefighter, puts out his first flames alongside dadIt’s rare to be accepted at just 16, but Tyler Parkinson's waited his whole life for this.10 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandResidents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in GisborneResidents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.10 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental huntGisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Attenborough would be mortified': Six tonnes of coral bycatch off ChristchurchExperts said incidents involving such a large amount of coral being caught are rare.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakapapa 'geared up' ahead of new seasonMore than 1600 people applied for jobs for the winter season.10 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaver'Opening a can of worms': Govt considers allowing KiwiSaver withdrawals for farmsFinance Minister Nicola Willis is seeking advice from Inland Revenue.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not giving it up': Wagon battle with state housing rages onRobyn Dandy bought the wagon to honour her late grandson and fulfil a promise.10 Jun 08:29 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police probe after 'distressing' footage emerges of youths hurling baby goat to death A group of snapback cap-wearing youths holler and squeal with delight in the video.10 Jun 06:36 AM
New Zealand'Decades of underinvestment': Gisborne play space to get significant upgradeThe Elgin project will cost $190,000, the only significant renewal until 2027.10 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandVandals remove third chicane as Tamahere road safety row intensifiesResidents complained the chicanes were dangerous and installed without consultation.10 Jun 05:50 AM
KahuKaipara’s ‘Trump of the North’ Jepson exits mayoral race, endorses deputyCraig Jepson won't seek a second term as Kaipara Mayor in October.10 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandSpeedway deal: Proposal to sell Baypark stand for $1, extend leaseThe council is mulling plans to extend speedway operations at Baypark until 2039.10 Jun 05:07 AM