'People are really seeing these large South Island black cats'
Yes, the sightings are genuine, expert says. But they're almost certainly not panthers.
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'They don't give a rats': The quest to free Southland residents from a toxic liability
In 2014, thousands of tonnes of toxic waste was trucked into Mataura. It's still there.
Whitebaiting a big part of Southlander's life
Nephew says John Edward Toogood, 71, loved to fish and whitebait.
Firms fined over M. bovis safety issues
Two companies fined after workers suffered chemical burns during M. bovis disinfection.
Lawyer-turned lettuce farmer expanding hydroponics business
Aviation lawyer Angela Beazer a recent recipient of $2.5m Provincial Growth Fund loan.
Alliance weathers the year's many challenges
It had been a year "quite out of the box" Alliance chief executive David Surveyor said.
Southern farmers voice frustration over freshwater rules
Group of farmers warn ratepayers may take action if changes aren't made.
'Little puffballs' boost takahē population
Two pairs of birds at a Southland sanctuary raise hopes of boosting numbers.
New Milford Track hut cost blows out to more than $3m
The new 40-bed Mintaro Hut was originally estimated to cost $1.8 million.
Southland tulip event shifted to protect workers
An Edendale tulip farm will not open to the public this year.
Eighty-plus attend 'fantastic' field day
NZ Dairy Industry Awards' Southland/Otago share farmers of the year hold field day.
Southern farmers fired up over freshwater rules
Southern farmers are facing reams of new rules and red tape.
Act may set up southern base
All members of the new caucus would be regular visitors to the south.
Wellbeing events rolled out for Otago and Southland farmers
Rural groups supporting farmers dealing with challenging weather conditions.
Bales4Blair fundraiser for Southland Charity Hospital
Fundraiser encourages Southern farmers to donate bales of wool to support hospital.
'They can't put us all in jail': Farmers rally against water regulations
Farmers stage protest at the Gore A&P Showgrounds.
Southland tractor trekkers' protest at freshwater regulations
"I just think it's time to make a stand. These rules ... are just stupid."
Picture of Southland snow costs yet to emerge
Too early to tell how many lambs have died as snow only just clearing.
Freshwater rules take toll on southern farmer confidence
B+LNZ survey shows sheep and beef farmers experienced worst fall in confidence.
One-rule-for-all animal-keeping permit system for Southland
Changes made to 10-year bylaw relating to keeping of animals, poultry & bees in Southland.
Snow wonder! Brace for more wintry weather
Heaviest snowfalls in years blanket Otago and Southland for start of school holidays.
'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekend
Snow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.
Destructive gales, torrential rain to blast southern and central NZ
A brutal 24 hours is in store for southern regions.
David Parker says aquaculture no substitute for Tiwai
Parker says aquaculture will not fill the Tiwai-shaped gap in the Southland economy.
'Stressful' investigation into councillor's farm finds no breach
Investigation after complaint was laid about cattle being fed on riverbed on Oreti River.
'We shouldn't have to live like this': Mataura resident on third toxic waste scare
Residents of Southland town living with constant threat of toxic waste.
Fire at old Mataura paper mill: No risk to toxic waste
FENZ says fire poses no risk to toxic ouvea premix stored in old paper mill in Mataura.
Fire at old Mataura paper mill, risk to toxic waste being assessed
Authorities working to determine risk caused by ouvea premix stored at the old paper mill.
Farmer finds benefits from wintering deer
John Somerville reckons wintering deer is good for animals, environment, paddock & farmer.
Five tonnes of Whangārei citrus brings winter cheer to South Islanders
Five tonnes of citrus from Whangārei has been distributed around the South Island.
No convictions on MPI charges for Southland farmer
Farmer burst into tears when he heard he was discharged without conviction.
Listen: Andrew Hoggard on proposed winter grazing regulations
Feds pres is worried proposed restrictions will bring "a hell of a lot of paperwork".
World-class woolhandler keeping work local
Tina Elers chasing the work while staying close to home.
Survey shows manufacturing improvement for Otago Southland
Latest Performance in Manufacturing Index shows highs and lows for agriculture.