'Dress in layers': Strong wind warnings issued as cold front hits
Heavy rain across the country is also expected today.
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Plug pulled: Lake near lowest level in 30 years
Last decent rainfall in Wanaka was 46 days ago.
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Luisa Girao has been covering the story of the pair since the beginning.
South Otago farmers say past summer one of the driest
Conserve-water notices & fire bans were a continual feature in the district this summer.
Race against time to find missing father and son
Cold weather is set to hit the region today.
'Unseasonal snowfall' possible as front nears
a front is expected to move up the South Island tomorrow.
Surfing For Farmers hits the right spot in South Otago
"Week on week we're seeing more and more of us in the water."
Woman charged after stealing $14,500 worth of meat from catering company
The theft happened while she was an employee of the company.
Drought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges support
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.
Easing of bovine tuberculosis restrictions in Otago
Some farmers won't have to test for bovine tuberculosis before moving stock off-farm.
Lake Onslow fieldwork under way, consents lodged
Paperwork and field observations are underway for pumped hydro storage project.
Neighbourly poaching case continues as judge hunts for truth
Mark Walter, 62, was due to be sentenced for unlawful hunting yesterday.
How Jules Webley is helping farmers understand carbon farming
Jules Webley is researching the ETS and carbon forestry in NZ.
'Very proud': Central Otago farmer delighted at Campion's success
The Power of the Dog was filmed on Philippa Pope's Ida Valley farm.
Roxburgh orchardist hopes feijoa trial proves fruitful
Mal Dhillon hopes feijoas will be commercially viable for his land and for Roxburgh.
First time seller wins big at Owaka Calf Sale
South Otago farmer Russell O'Hara had some beginner's luck on St Patrick's Day.
'Unjustified': ERA says farmhand's pay unfairly lowered
Contract stated a salary of $64,000 per year, but farmhand only received $48,000.
'Real good numbers': Dog triallists flock to Heriot Collie Club centenary
West Otago club held its centennial event earlier this month.
What farmers think about the Zero Carbon Act
Vast majority of Kiwi farmers still in the dark about what Zero Carbon Act means for them.
Hard work bears fruit for Central Otago orchardist
Hard work ensures the harvesting season runs smoothly at Jackson Orchards in Cromwell.
Consent obtained for 'unorthodox' farm subdivision
The Otago Regional Council had opposed the 17-lot farm park subdivision.
Dog trainer makes use of canine skills to launch new business
"So many dogs do whatever they like because they're not trained. I feel sorry for them."
Southern finalists judged for Holstein Friesian competition
Judge began scrutinising the southern finalists for national competition on Monday.
Fishing boat that sank was investigated for dumping in popular bay
Aurora 7459 went down about one nautical mile off the coast.
Collie club's trials a 'good couple of days out'
"We are here for a laugh for two days and that's our dog trialling for the year."
Challenging task to end bobby-calf culling
An East Otago dairy farmer is calling for an end to the culling of bobby calves.
'This is my thing': Anna Boyd's passion for cattle and data
Anna Boyd is on a mission to help New Zealand's beef industry maximise profitability.
Nathan Stratford wins National Shearing Circuit final
Circuit final went ahead at Armidale Merino Stud, in Gimmerburn, under Covid restrictions.
Big Read: Meth-fuelled burglar shot by farmer
The sorry saga could have had an even worse ending, reports Kurt Bayer.
Armidale all set to host National Shearing Circuit finals
Allan Paterson saved the event from being cancelled by hosting it on his farm.
'It still runs great': Favourite old faithful comes back to farm to 'retire'
This self-propelled 1965 Claas Mercury is not ready to be put out to pasture quite yet.
Geographical Indication gives wine region legal protection
GI recognises subtle differences between different wine-growing areas of Central Otago.
Blue Willow Blueberries' sweet succession plan
Eric and Noreen Johnson are passing on Blue Willow Blueberries to their daughter.
Twins win Junior Young Farmer Otago Southland title
Dunedin's Zoe and Millar McElrea will represent the South at the grand final in July.