PremiumPremiumThe Country50 years on the ice: How an Olympic gold medal kickstarted a couple's businessRoss and Nell Blong’s family has run ice rinks and skates business for 50 years.19 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRural PropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryRichter scales and fishy tales: When a small earthquake spoiled a day of fishingEveryone struggled for bites after Monday morning's quake. So were the fish spooked by it?17 Jun 06:00 PM
The CountryRural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?ASB has released its Q1 Regional Economic Scoreboard: Food exports make an impact. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountrySunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
The CountryNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryUK shellfish farmers revive ambitions with new EU trade dealNew York Times: The Hawards have cultivated oysters on Mersea Island for 250 years.16 Jun 08:00 PM
The Country'A lot of fun': Planting project rewarding for farming couple“We’d like to thank everyone who has helped us with potting up seedlings & planting out."14 Jun 05:01 PM
The Country'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warningA boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.13 Jun 10:00 PM
The Country'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
The CountryThunderstorm threat looms over NZ, downpours for the southA heavy rain watch is in place for North Otago until this evening. 11 Jun 10:31 PM
The CountrySheepskin collagen powder makers up for Fieldays awardTertiary Extracts Ōtautahi creates collagen powder from sheepskins, reducing waste.10 Jun 10:20 PM
The Country'Attenborough would be mortified': Six tonnes of coral bycatch off ChristchurchExperts said incidents involving such a large amount of coral being caught are rare.10 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryASB offers $150,000 interest-free loans for farm solar systemsFarmers could expect to get payback from as early as the sixth year of generation.09 Jun 11:51 PM
The CountryWellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemploymentWellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.09 Jun 09:01 PM
The CountryFog disrupts 43 flights at Auckland Airport, severe storms to followMore thunderstorms are forecast for the top of the North Island today.09 Jun 07:33 PM
The CountrySam Carter wins Hawke's Bay Young Grower titleCarter's keen for others to give horticulture a go: “Once you try it, you can get hooked”.09 Jun 04:17 AM
LiveThe CountryAucklanders wake to thunderstorms, 5000 lightning strikes overnightResidents will be inspecting their properties for damage.08 Jun 08:07 PM
The Country'Hand-up': Boarding fee boost eases isolation for rural studentsSecondary students from remote areas can receive up to $6300 from the Government.08 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryThe big return: Why the Sunday roast is back in fashionThe Sunday roast is becoming a symbol of connection and tradition.08 Jun 12:00 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightOpinion: Why NZ should ditch yachts and chase cheeseOpinion: Forget the America’s Cup with its handbag-dog energy. The Cheese Cup is NZ's cup.07 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryAnna Kelland wins Marlborough Young Viticulturist title againKelland will compete in the national final on August 27 in Waipara.06 Jun 03:00 AM
The CountryBallance confirms 60 job losses, end of manufacturing at Mount MaunganuiBallance will cease manufacturing in Mount Maunganui, cutting 60 jobs.05 Jun 11:28 PM
The CountryInter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snapBoth the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.05 Jun 10:50 PM
LiveThe CountryHundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South IslandMeanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north. 04 Jun 10:01 PM
The Country$250k boat and $16k catch seized on top of $13k fine for Gisborne fishing company and skipperThe company was fined $9000 on top of court costs, while its skipper was fined $4000.04 Jun 06:00 AM
The CountryWhy this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snapThis winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.03 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryNZAS to ramp up production early as hydro storage improvesHigher lake levels mean the smelter can ramp up production earlier than expected. 02 Jun 10:40 PM
The CountryWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
The CountryThe legacy of Rene Orchiston's flax collectionHarakeke holds significant cultural importance at Quaker Settlement30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmers say 'don't toot your horns' this Moving DayPatience is key during New Zealand's bustling Moving Day.30 May 05:05 AM
The CountryBargaining over nature: Windfarm got go-ahead after increased funding offer to DoC Conservationist calls for transparency on $640,000 bittern protection fund.30 May 01:17 AM
The Country'Cat-shaped hole': Call to include feral cats in predator strategySome groups warned of the need to draw a clear line between feral and domestic cats.29 May 05:00 PM
