Wild weather: South Island battered by wind, snow
Rain and snow has already affected some southern roads.
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Farmers to release 'A Howl of Protest' against ute tax, regulations
Groundswell NZ wants tractors, utes, topdressing planes & dogs at "A Howl of a Protest".
Polar blast: Wind toppling trees, severe weather on the way
Much of the North Island was colder than the south at 7am on Tuesday.
Mid-week blast: Severe weather warning issued for parts of NZ
A nasty pair of fronts are set to bring rain, snow and gales to central and southern NZ.
Out-of-control deer shot after escaping in Dunedin suburb
Police said the animals could have created issues if they got on to the motorway.
Unlicensed hunter shot deer from the driver's seat of his car
"He saw those deer crossing the road and it was one temptation too many."
Site ready for next year's South Island sheep dog trial champs
Omakau-Earnscleugh Collie Club staging champs at Earnscleugh Station next May.
Winter crop contest raises $64,500
Over 100 farmers entered winter crops from Shannon to Clarendon.
Call for pork imports to meet NZ standards
"The industry is not opposed to imports - what it opposes is an uneven playing field."
Fears despite boost to grape harvest
2021 vintage "exceptional" although smaller than the industry had hoped for.
Polar blast: Flights cancelled, huge swells set to hit Wellington, snow across much of NZ
The polar blast's icy sting is due to hit across the North Island tomorrow.
Grazing sought for drought and flood-affected Canterbury livestock
Worst affected farms need alternative grazing for sheep, beef cattle and dairy cows.
Female wallaby killed in North Otago's Kakanui Range
A single female could introduce a breeding population to an area.
Antarctic polar blast: Sea level snow in south possible, cold weekend for most
Rain, strong wind and snow are on the cards this weekend.
Snow to sea level possible in Canterbury next week
There is a reportedly a 30-50 per cent chance of snow to sea level.
Stag the Labrador joins Wakatipu Land Search and Rescue
Stag recently passed a police test in Waiouru to allow him to become operational.
Brrrr! Chilly start across Auckland and NZ - frosty start in south
There is a southerly flow making its way across the country
Mycoplasma bovis response criticised
University of Otago study says lasting trauma inflicted on M bovis-affected farmers.
MPI to add to 'lessons learnt' from M. bovis eradication programme
Eradication of M. bovis one of the most significant biosecurity challenges faced in NZ.
Mycoplasma bovis: 'Heartless' intrusion was devastating
"There was hysteria. The rest of the cows got upset. The staff were beside themselves. "
Lasting trauma: Official response to Mycoplasma bovis 'poorly executed'
As of 17 June this year, 266 farms have tested positive for the disease.
Campaign aims to keep horticulture workers between harvests
Operation Cromwell Harvest encourages locals to offer odd jobs to horticulture workers.
Zero-injuries goal major investment for Alliance
Days of telling staff "to take a concrete pill and harden up" were over.
Four generations flock together for cage bird show in Milton
Four generations of Judith Waters' family were on hand to enjoy the show.
Holy cow! Vet goes all out to save '$50k' calf
Without intensive treatment, the 4-day-old heifer would not have survived the night.
Agriculture tops Otago emissions - Report
Otago contributed 6.9% to NZ's emissions in one year despite being only 5% of population.
The ups and downs of the forestry industry
Steve Jones is no stranger to the dangers of logging.
'Locking up a farm for trees is crazy'
Overseas investor seeking to buy sheep and beef station in South Otago.
'Eradication is possible': Wallaby control efforts boosted in Otago
Otago Regional Council optimistic it can achieve its long-term goal of eradication.
$45,000 bull bought to improve traits
"He's very quiet - he's got docility - he's very sound and put together extremely well."
'Boil water notice' in Ranfurly due to weather in Southern regions
A boil water notice for Ranfurly is to remain in place over the weekend.
Couple still smiling after businesses disrupted by Covid-19
Pre-Covid, the McSkimmings were running successful businesses servicing tourism sector.
Carbon forestry's desirability challenged at North Otago meeting
"Let's call it carbon mining," Five Forks farmer Jane Smith said.
'Get out now': Family fled wall of water, daring tractor rescue
Temuka local residents are pitching in to help out with the clean-up of the property.