The CountryWaikato shearer breaks world merino shearing recordThe record took place in Australia at Spring Valley Farm, Darkan, southeast of Perth.23 Feb 10:08 PM
The CountryNZ at risk of losing locally grown veges: industry leaderVegetables NZ says the system is broken and growers are being put out of business.23 Feb 09:48 PM
The CountryGreen light for industrial hemp regulation review'People’s attitudes to industrial hemp have changed.'23 Feb 08:36 PM
The CountryTutor's job saved, 48 students to keep learning at Toi OhomaiChanges were made to a proposal to axe the programme and role.23 Feb 05:55 PM
The Country‘Biggest threat’: Northland fears Gene Technology Bill may erode GMO-free protectionsLocal councils want to keep decision-making powers over gene technology.23 Feb 05:00 PM
The Country‘It is creeping south’: Continuing hot, dry weather a concern for farmers'A drought’s quite insidious. It sneaks up on you slowly.'23 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country‘Dangerous’: GP wait times force local clinic to close booksKatikati health practice says poor funding has caused 'dangerous' wait times.22 Feb 04:40 PM
The CountryThe mystery of the missing black petrels“We’ve banded over 5500 chicks over the 29 years and we’ve had less than 500 return."22 Feb 04:01 PM
The CountryJohn Deere a family affair for this dairy farmerReece Houghton's father Neil collected and meticulously restored vintage John Deeres.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryVege tips: Winter is comingOPINION: If your garden isn’t under snow, you can continue to plant and sow all winter.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryMoa remains found in farm swamp in 1934"The remains of at least a dozen moas were unearthed by a farmer recently."22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryFlower growers have thorn in their side over proposed import changesFlower growers worry the change could introduce new pests.22 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryCourt again rejects ministry's management plan for Northland's cray fisheryThe judge found the revised proposal did not address an urgent marine crisis.21 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryDogs Yardley and Chuck to be honoured on Purple Poppy DayYardly and Chuck kept Kiwi soldiers safe in Afghanistan.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'Amazing to watch': Why Ray is hooked on pigeonsRay Hooker began caring for pigeons at just 11 years old.21 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionMarcus MussonNZ log market steady despite China tariffs and inventory challenges - Marcus MussonSponsored content: Chinese NY slows demand, with log inventories rising to 4 million m3.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryBig entry numbers for this year’s Golden ShearsThe 63rd Golden Shears will be held in Masterton from February 27 to March 1.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country‘Can we afford this?’: Patients shocked by $1000 after-hours medical feesFees as high as $1000 have been quoted for after-hours appointments.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The Country'It's pretty fast': The rural sport of speed-fencingTim Garrick keeps fit for the speed-fencing competition stage by working the hill country.21 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountrySlime-shooting worm-like creature crowned Bug of the YearNZ velvet worm, or ngāokeoare, is considered a missing link between worms and insects.21 Feb 02:00 AM
The CountryDry, hot summer brings prohibited fire season'We want to keep people, property and the environment safe while the fire risk is high.'21 Feb 12:38 AM
The CountryThe Country: Chris Brandolino on the big dryChris Brandolino, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Chris Russell, Jeremy Rookes, and Barry Soper.21 Feb 12:00 AM
The CountryRevealed: Map shows areas with strict fruit, vege rules after fruit fly findIf the species is found to have become established there would be 'major economic costs'. 20 Feb 11:46 PM
The CountryOnenui Station an Ahuwhenua finalistThe Mahia station is a finalist in the Ahuwhenua Trophy for Māori sheep and beef farming.20 Feb 11:31 PM
The CountryPest to plate: Students turn wallaby into snacks to raise pest awarenessAbout 40kg of wallaby mince will be used for the free quesadillas.20 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryGoing for gold: Henare, Kirkpatrick in title hunt at Golden ShearsWoolpower....Gisborne pair among 400-plus entered in premier shearing/woolhandling champs20 Feb 10:37 PM
The CountryGarrick and Mullooly in rural sports finalsCatherine Mullooly and Tim Garrick make the national awards finals.20 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryAnd the Supreme Freshie goes to ... the HoldensFirst Fresh top gong for Patutahi lemon and lime growers after challenging season.20 Feb 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra says full-year earnings will be in ‘upper half’ of rangeIt has a 40c to 60c per share guidance range.20 Feb 10:08 PM
The CountryAuckland lawyer fined $275k for ‘reckless’ foreign buyer rule breachesJarvis admitted setting up structures that circumvented the Overseas Investment Act.20 Feb 08:55 PM
The Country12-tractor convoy on mission to boost children's mental wellbeingA convoy of 12 tractors and a Humvee visited schools in the Far North.20 Feb 05:00 PM
The Country'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits''For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'20 Feb 04:02 PM
The CountryBird nests: Fire expert’s warning on tractor fire risksA veteran firefighter warns farmers to stay vigilant against tractor fires.20 Feb 03:59 PM
