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Heartland Cottage: Sustainable farming and animal rescue
Mandie Blair's Heartland Cottage now cares for over 100 rescued animals at Foxton Beach.
Vet tackles AMR myths in fun video series for World AMR Week
New videos highlight how to prevent AMR in animals and protect public health.
Butchery turns Christmas ham into hope for Gaza children
"It’s a small gesture that can have a big impact.”
Greta’s tragic end: Levin woman calls for firework notifications
SPCA warns loud noises can frighten animals, leading to injuries, stress, and even death.
Heritage bird club thrilled with new cages, plans for bigger events ahead
'We are delighted with them,' says Sofianna Kuiti on the new cages for the club's shows.
How line dancing changed a Levin man's life
Sonny Jackson lost 46kg and countered his diabetes by taking up line dancing.
Butchery brings home the bacon with big wins at competition
'The bonus of making great products is that we get to eat them ourselves.'
Cultivating future farmers: Programme empowers young women
'The next generation plays a critical role in sustaining our economy.'
Beekeepers buzzing after Hawke's Bay cyclone donations
Ōtaki Buzz Club are donating 25 hives to Hawke's Bay.
Exciting things brewing for Elemental Cider
Elemental Cider has taken home several awards and is involved in a new apple study.
Local artist joins forces with Forest & Bird for major project
Amelia Hadfield's oil painting depicted the Pāuatahanui Wildlife Reserve.
Ōtaki vege growers aim to cultivate community and sustainability
Very honest aim for Crooked Vege venture.
Council changes geese culling protocols after house struck by bullet and pellets
The incident at Otaraua Park has led to new protocols around geese culling.
Where's Wally? Cutout wolf scares away pesky geese
Rex Hebley has been erecting wooden wolves around Kāpiti Village.
Predators beware — community trapping is on the rise
Five volunteers are leading a campaign to eradicate predators in Paekākāriki.