Future uncertain for Pirongia's Boxing Day race day
After a disappointing turnout to Pirongia's Boxing Day races, the event is in jeopardy.
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Summer race circuit tradition for Oamaru trainer
A North Otago trainer has a tradition that brings him much success.
Thousands pack summer races
Local trainers Logan Racing won four out of the eight races held.
Bull suffers leg injury, killed in rodeo
Protestors have called for all rodeos to be banned after a bull "snapped" its leg.
SAFE ready to fight rodeos in the Far North
SAFE are still fighting to stop two rodeo events in the Far North this summer.
Pirongia vet could face brother in FMG Young Farmer of the Year
A Pirongia vet has joined the race to be the next FMG Young Farmer of the Year.
Clements Contractors' digging in for prizes
Clements Contractors' digger driver won a competition at the Whangarei A&P Show.
Flintoff defies odds after injury
It was just eight weeks before Julie got back on the horse and she's back to winning ways.
Young farmers from across region compete in 'grassroots' events
Young farmers grab the opportunity to meet and compete.
Local support shines at Northland Dressage champs
About 80 riders competed over the two days of the annual Dressage event
Fieldays is up for Best National Event award
Fieldays has been announced as a finalist for Best National Event.
New climate award announced
NZFET and Synlait launch Climate Stewardship Award for farming and growing sectors.
New Upper Clutha A&P society board plans the future of show
A new chairman has been elected for the Upper Clutha A&P Society board.
Sheepdog trials: Age triumphs and rustler foiled
The Northland leg of the Tux Yarding Challenge series has been held in Kaitaia.
Valli Vineyards winemaker 'humbled' to be selected for award
A Central Otago winemaker has been selected for a prestigious award.
Monster trout released into Lake Rotorua
Anglers have been given the chance to chase monster-sized trout in Lake Rotorua.
Sheepdog trials: Losing on the swings
It was hard not to feel for Gisborne's Noddy Halley and Lad at the Tux Yarding Challenge.
Watch: No cows or cattle but A&P show 'wonderful'
No cattle at 153rd annual Tokomairiro A&P Show in Milton, but event still a success.
Speedshear triumph in Te Kuiti for Llyr Jones
Welsh shearer Llyr Jones is off to a good start to the season downunder.
What was that about children or animals?
Mrs Wishy Washy and her farmyard animals visit the Whangārei A&P Show.
Te Awamutu riders ace the Cowboy Challenge
The Maihiihi Cowboy Challenge in Otorohanga saw some local success.
Tairua beekeeper wins Rural Women NZ business award
A Tairua woman won the Emerging Business Category at the Rural Women NZ Business Awards.
Getting horses ready to show fun for Claudia
Dozens of riders got together at the Royal Equestrian Event at the Stratford A&P Show .
St John visits rural community to address inequity
A Wellness Day was held in Minginui by St John to teach children about emergencies.
Sheep dog trials: Massive numbers for Kaitaia Tux dogs
Kaitaia dog trials saw large entry numbers, the biggest in 17 years.
Dairy farming leaders focus on the future
The ultimate goal is that farmers come away from the forum inspired and motivated ...
CHB shearers give up time for new pool
CHB shearers have gone to work to raise money for a new swimming pool.
Sunscreens and hats replace brollies at A&P show
Show numbers were down because of weather, but there was still lots of fun to be had.
Jack Fagan wins King Country speedshear circuit opener
Jack Fagan has now won 17 speedshears.