Latest from Southland
26-year-old beats six finalists to win Young Farmer of the Year
He hopes to showcase young talent and highlight tech opportunities in farming.
Flooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recorded
All heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible.
Farm-to-forest conversions continue - report
Close to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.
Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.
The big return: Why the Sunday roast is back in fashion
The Sunday roast is becoming a symbol of connection and tradition.
Ballance confirms 60 job losses, end of manufacturing at Mount Maunganui
Ballance will cease manufacturing in Mount Maunganui, cutting 60 jobs.
Inter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snap
Both the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.
Hundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South Island
Meanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north.
NZAS to ramp up production early as hydro storage improves
Higher lake levels mean the smelter can ramp up production earlier than expected.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.
'Cat-shaped hole': Call to include feral cats in predator strategy
Some groups warned of the need to draw a clear line between feral and domestic cats.
Dairy farming since 1985: Changes in herd sizes and practices transform industry
Sponsored content: DairyNZ releases 100th podcast, discussing dairy farming's evolution.
Kiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket deal
Founder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.
'War stories': Experienced farmers a hit at Ag Pathways Programme
Young farmers' brains were 'ticking over' listening to local farmers share their stories.
Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.
'Seems crazy': Bakery using Aussie broker to buy butter
Kaye's Bakery in Invercargill often uses butter from Australia to make its products.
Canterbury dairy farm's innovative bid to improve soil health
"The soil health, it's ultimately the foundation, the backbone of everything that we do."
Opinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisance
Opinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.
Mother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."
Muttonbirding: 'It's a part of who we are'
Daniel Tarrant is harvesting tītī on Rakiura's tītī islands.
Heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms to lash north, Banks Peninsula state of emergency extended
A bunch of new alerts have been issued as wild weather hits the north tomorrow.
Fonterra powers ahead with new electrode boiler at Edendale site
The upgrades will cut emissions by 72,800 tonnes, the equivalent of removing 30,000 cars.
Oldest living All Black Bill McCaw dies
Bill McCaw played five tests and 27 games for the All Blacks.
Farm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?
Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.
'Daddy's girl': Te Anau character crushed in fatal workplace accident
Lynda Kelly, 63, has been remembered for her care and compassion.
'Exactly like a Canadian moose': Hikers report second Fiordland moose sighting this year
The unverified sighting has not been reported to DoC.
'Our planning laws are a mess': Top CEO on 'whims and fancies' stopping big projects
Mike Fuge says that is not appropriate when we have such an important job ahead