Telford staff work to lift spirits in uncertainty
About a dozen staff took part in a working bee at the Balclutha Community Garden.
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$15m Central Otago cherry project announced
Hortinvest seeking investors for $15.5million orchard project at Mt Pisa, near Cromwell.
Southern tractor convoy takes slow road to Crank Up
Tractor convoy made its way to Edendale's Crank Up at about 30kmh.
Farmers told to make more effort with rabbit control
ORC chairman said some farmers have not "put enough effort into over recent years."
Unwanted rabbit virus spreads in Otago
Twenty cases of an unwanted rabbit virus have been found in Otago.
'Call us the living dead': couple who lost 'everything' in fire
He turned on wrong element - all they have left is clothes they were wearing and a handbag
Rural firefighters sent to Clyde
Rural fire team sent to Clyde this week in case fire breaks out in Central Otago.
Rodeo risk just part of the fun, rider says
"I've only been to hospital once," said Putaruru-based cowboy Darryl McPherson.
Central Otago cherry season par for course
Local cherry growers remain happy with their numbers as the season winds down.
Taieri A&P Show shines on, despite weather
A good crowd enjoyed a busy day at the Taieri showgrounds.
Anxious wait as Government mulls fate of Telford
The future of Telford is now in the Government's hands.
Makarora farmhouse saved from hay fire
Spontaneous combustion was believed to have been the cause of the fire.
Man's foot trapped under piece of farm machinery
North Otago man was freed using airbags, before he was assessed by St John staff.
Farmer shocked heifers missing
Russell Hurst in a state of disbelief after realising 60 heifers had been taken.
The lady in the office gets overdue win at Taihape Shears
Sheree Alabaster won at her home show for the first time since 2006
Thousands flock to Turakina for 155th Highland Games
The new give it a go area proved to be a big success, especially for drumming
Aquavan funding will benefit Otago's rural schools
Thanks to the funding, Dunedin's Aquavan programme and its services were free.
Cromwell vineyards subject of book
Alexandra writer launches second book in his trilogy about Central Otago vineyards.
Final touches in place for Lawrence rodeo
Lawrence is gearing up for one of its biggest weekends of the year.
Bird poo behind E.coli levels in Lake Wakatipu
People were told to avoid swimming in the lake due to high E. coli readings.
Wind wreaks havoc in Central Otago
Winds brought down trees and power lines, closed roads and affected flights.
Fire crews battle Culverden scrub fire
Large scrub fire raging in North Canterbury as blustery hot winds blow.
Opinion: Rodeos important to rural communities
Comment: Rodeo is a sport legitimately enjoyed and valued by thousands of New Zealanders.
Dairy farm, dry stock sales up in Southland
Things looking up after a reported patchy period in Southland rural real estate market.
Firefighters 'mop up' after blaze at South Otago dairy farm
Officials had not yet determined the cause of the fire.
M. bovis: Southland show to judge cattle on-farm
Judging exhibitors on-farm is a first for the Southland A&P show.
Goats' milk soap business continues to grow
Balclutha couple's ''Simple Naked Soap'' brand is cleaning up.
Strong winds fan flames in Clutha fire
Three sheds have been destroyed on a farm in the area.
Father and son airlifted from Waitaki River mouth
A day's fishing at the Waitaki River mouth near Glenavy took an unexpected turn.
High winds challenge Otago firefighters
Incidents across Otago kept fire crews busy yesterday.
Otago Peninsula farming couple celebrate 60 years of bliss
An Otago couple have discovered the secret to a long and happy marriage.
Lamb prices healthy but falling
Lamb prices are currently falling, according to the market.
Hardy Perendales sheep of choice for Gore breeder
One sheep breeder doesn't regret choosing Perendales for her farm.