The CountryGovt monitoring the midwife crisis in WanakaGovernment officials say there is ''no quick fix'' to the midwife crisis in Wanaka.13 Feb 11:30 PM
The CountryLake Hayes algal bloom result of long, hot summerA long, hot, dry summer is responsible for an algae bloom in Lake Hayes.13 Feb 10:42 PM
The CountryDucks, not campers, behind E.coli outbreakE. coli outbreak near Bendigo had been found to be avian not human.12 Feb 09:30 PM
The CountryFarmers losing millions in droughtDespite rain, farmers certainly 'not out of the woods yet'.12 Feb 06:30 PM
The CountryEnvironment Canterbury: Vital to report seeing saffron thistleCanterbury farmers are still being encouraged to report sightings of saffron thistle.11 Feb 07:30 PM
The CountryFarmers: Start retirement early - expertsDon't retire too late, says Rhodes Donald, from Polson Higgs Wealth Management.11 Feb 06:30 PM
The Country'Eyesore': Albert Town signs provoke ridicule on FacebookThree signs in Albert Town, Otago, have prompted an outburst on social media.09 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountryOtago anglers call for bag limit reductionA variety of issues were put to Otago Fish and Game officers by local anglers on Wednesday08 Feb 11:52 PM
The CountryCash in his chips - Otago farmer's US job no small potatoesKiwi farmer John McLeod grows vast crops of potatoes in eastern Washington State.08 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryRights granted for peach variety''Sweet Perfection'' for North Otago orchardists Helen Brookes and Terry Fowler.07 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryTotara Estate gets Landmark statusBirthplace of NZ's $1billion frozen meat industry makes Landmarks Whenua Tohunga programme06 Feb 10:38 PM
The CountryCouncillor burns coal in defiance of ORCOtago regional councillor Michael Laws unrepentant about burning coal in his fireplace.06 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryTown-country challenge draws folk togetherHundreds attend annual Waitangi Day Hawea Town v Country Challenge.06 Feb 10:19 PM
The CountryMiddlemarch property positive for Mycoplasma bovisThe number of confirmed infected properties stands at 21 with 34 under restricted notices.05 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryMycoplasma bovis 'just needs simple rules'Central Otago dairy farming couple are setting up an online forum for farmers.04 Feb 11:30 PM
The CountryStill dry on Otago farms despite rain"Farmers are understandably concerned about the wellbeing of their stock."02 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryFears over lack of fire risk reduction in CromwellA Cromwell neighbourhood is concerned about fire risk in a reserve below their properties.02 Feb 03:30 AM
The CountryOtago Fish & Game: Feedback sought on angling reviewOtago Fish & Game Council asked southern lakes anglers for feedback on fishing regulations02 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryDunedin Fire: Burnside business owners review fire damageA Dunedin waste disposal business owner lost most of his property in the Burnside fire.02 Feb 12:30 AM
The CountryCyclone Fehi: Wanaka, Queenstown warned of surface flooding, road closureHeavy rain caused widespread surface flooding across much of Wanaka township.01 Feb 11:48 PM
The CountryEvents throughout Otago to offer advice for farmersEvents to help farmers coping with drought conditions scheduled throughout Otago.31 Jan 08:10 PM
The CountryOtago Regional Council pair join effluent disposal site protestTwo Dunstan Otago Regional Council councillors have joined a Central Otago protest.31 Jan 04:30 AM
The CountryWelsh narrowly beat New Zealand pair at A & P ShowFierce competition in shearing and woolhandling at the Taihape A & P Show31 Jan 03:01 AM
The CountryRemembering rain will comeSearing heat has been hitting Southland and Otago for several weeks now.31 Jan 01:45 AM
The CountryLong-term effects of drought on farmers consideredThe public and businesses look at long-term effects of drought affecting Otago, Southland.31 Jan 12:30 AM
The CountryStinky super corpse flower open soon at Dunedin Botanic GardensA rare corpse plant is set to bloom at Dunedin Botanic Gardens soon.30 Jan 11:00 PM
The Country37.4C! NZ sizzles but look what's in store nowMiddlemarch Otago strikes 37.4C in another day of blazing heat.30 Jan 04:54 AM
The CountrySynlait milk price forecast stays at $6.50Synlait has reaffirmed its $6.50 milk price for the current 2017-18 season.30 Jan 04:30 AM
The CountryRecord temperature hits Clyde as Otago sweltersNiwa says Clyde's 36.7C is town's hottest temperature on record, while Cheviot hits 37C.30 Jan 03:40 AM
The CountryDrought hits Southland and OtagoDamien O'Connor has extended drought classification to Otago and Southland.30 Jan 03:19 AM
The CountryPositive freedom camping initiatives sought in QueenstownPublic input on ways to deal with the challenges posed by freedom campers is being sought.29 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryAlexandra subdivision consent declined by Central Otago District CouncilA subdivision planned at the site of the William Hill Winery is not allowed to go ahead.29 Jan 10:30 PM
The CountryRain's benefit likely to be short-livedRain forecast for later in the week welcome but its effect would be relatively short-lived29 Jan 09:42 PM
The CountryDrought may turn to deluge for SouthDeluge will be a relief for Southern farmers but will it be helpful or destructive?29 Jan 09:06 PM
