West Coast mine project brings at least 30 jobs
More than 30 jobs will be created if the Blackwater mine at Waiuta is reopened.
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'Bumper' wine harvest could affect prices
A bumper 2018 wine harvest will support export volumes and value but may impact price.
Viticulturist winner targets national prize after second victory
Annabel Bulk has won the Central Otago Young Viticulturist competition for the second time
RMA guidelines concern Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers is expressing its concern about new Resource Management Act guidelines.
Proposals to curb investment could impact NZ assets
Proposals to curb foreign investment in New Zealand may have unintended repercussions.
Mike Hosking: Why mining has always been part of the equation
Comment: 'Labour and the Greens don't get sensible middle New Zealand's view of the world'
People key to building a thriving Southland economy
Economist Cameron Bagrie says a lack of labour could stifle Southland's potential.
'Great little bantam' pipped at the post
The brightest bantams were tried and tested at the 'Oamaru Chook Show'.
Go West Coast truck convoy will be part of mining protest
A protest on the West Coast this weekend will include a large procession of trucks.
High country shepherd's photos on show in Queenstown, years on
The "Winter's Heart" exhibition at Queenstown Arts shows NZs pioneering shepherds.
Horticulture farms buck rural property price trend
Although farm sales are down, horticulture farm sales are rising according to the REINZ.
Fourth successive drop in dairy trade auction
Tensions between US and China may be behind the decline in the global dairy trade auction.
Infometrics: Rural NZ seen driving economy
NZs provincial economies are poised to drive economy growth, says Infometrics chief.
Apply for development cash, Southland told
Time to apply for funding, says Development Minister Shane Jones. The money is waiting.
Lindis Ranger to takes his shot in cowboy action shooting
The Lindis Ranger will be tackling the best in a Cowboy action shooting competition.
Oceana involved in Blackwater gold mine exploration
The historic Blackwater gold mine is the focus of what could become a $500m redevelopment.
Regional 'catch-up' to Auckland tests capacity
NZ regions are playing catch-up with Auckland and capacity constraints are already evident
Community Outreach staff sought for velvetleaf scheme
Staff are needed for a Community Outreach programme to manage velvetleaf.
Warm weather puts 2018 grape harvest up 15 per cent in Central Otago
The weather for this year's Central Otago wine vintage was the warmest since 1956.
Romney breeders reminisce about sheep industry
Romney sheep have been a crucial part in shaping the NZ farm industry.
Workers talk issues at Wool Classers Association field day
The NZ Wool Classers Association field day at Omakau last week. brought up several issues.
Waimumu to go to the dogs at Southern Field Days
Man and dog are set to transform the Southern Field Days in Waimumu next month.
Clinton's Lions Club Winter feed competition raises $90,000
More than $90,000 was raised from the Clinton Lions Club's winter feed competition.
Road transport conference in September
The Road Transport Forum's (RTF) annual conference is coming to Dunedin.
FMG Farmer of the Year prizes worth fighting for
The prizes for FMG Farmer of the Year get better each year, say organisers.
Young Winemaker of the Year winner to proud to fly Central flag
A Central Otago Young Winemaker of the Year has already had a long career in the business.
Rural Contractors New Zealand elects new president
David Kean, of Centre Bush, has been elected Rural Contractors New Zealand president.
Queenstown cottage sells for $3m
A Queenstown cottage that has been owned by the same family for 75 years has sold for $3m.
Wanaka's Akito Wine wins Sustainability Trophy in London
Akitu Wines won the 2018 Sustainability Trophy for the second time in three years.
New Southland slink plant to process dead lambs and cows
Slink skin operation restart means about 50 seasonal jobs expected to return to Mataura.
MPI Wool summit to seek to offer answers for future
A wool summit aims to offer innovative solutions for the future of the wool industry.
DoC angry at 1080 dump coverage
Doc: Dumping of 1080 poison in Stewart Island undermines the fight against pests.
Red Meat Profit Partnership shares knowledge with farmers
A Dunback couple joined an Otago-based Red Meat Profit Partnership to share knowledge.
Young Farmers involvement ultimate win-win for Clinton woman
Emma Sutherland has made excellence in farming her life's work. And she's reaping rewards.