The Country'Don't burn': Total fire ban means no outdoor firesGas-fuelled barbecues are okay but all other outdoor fires are banned.17 Feb 04:02 PM
The CountryThe story of Marton's Tutaenui StreamTutaenui Stream is a badly damaged waterway - but could be one of the best around15 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryGardening: Hydrangeas bloom as summer fadesGareth Carter, General Manager of Springvale Garden Centre, talks about hydrangeas15 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryToi Te Ora lifts health warning on Lake OkaroA health warning has been lifted for Lake Okaro.15 Feb 12:40 AM
The CountryNewest native bird species feared 'long gone'Pelicans that crossed the Tasman to make Kaipara their new home have disappeared.15 Feb 12:15 AM
The CountryWould you drink river water from a dairy farm?Excellent rating for water on Te Anga farms. Made with funding from NZ on Air.14 Feb 11:00 PM
The CountryDifferences on tenure review replacementFeds say a tougher management regime for high country lessees could "cripple" the sector.14 Feb 07:38 PM
The CountryAmbassadors crack down on freedom camping infringementsAmbassador programme lauded as number of complaints drop.14 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryLeave the Keirunga Gardens trees aloneLet the oaks in Keirunga have their day14 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryFast-moving fire north of Lake TaupōEarlier today, a scrub fire was extinguished in Kaingaroa, south of Rotorua.14 Feb 03:17 AM
The CountryOpinion: Progress in waterways cleanup not acknowledgedLike the Master Games competitor, it's often not easy reaching the finish line.14 Feb 03:00 AM
The CountryTenure review axed to save high country landscapes and native habitatEugenie Sage says the 30 properties still in the tenure review process will be reviewed14 Feb 02:19 AM
The CountryDavid Trubridge pulls six products from productionDavid Trubridge announces immediately pulling six of his products from production.14 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryGay kōkako couple 'very much in love'Not everything is going to plan, however, with the coupling of two male kōkako.13 Feb 07:59 PM
The CountryTe Puke couple transforming Emerald Hills for the futureEnvironmentalism is the focus for a Te Puke couple on their farm.13 Feb 07:00 PM
The CountryWater use warning as Tauranga enters longest dry spell in 30 yearsFarmers are beginning to struggle13 Feb 05:12 AM
The CountryDiscovery of rare whio ducklings delightsMore than 100 of the rare ducklings were spotted in a recent survey.13 Feb 04:09 AM
The CountryLarge fire breaks out near Hawke's Bay town of Onga OngaGrass fire breaks out near Onga Onga13 Feb 03:12 AM
The CountryToxic algae discovered in Waikaia RiverToxic algae has been found in the Waikaia River.13 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryResearch shows environmental benefits of effluent treatment systemResearch shows environmental benefits from new method of treating dairy effluent.12 Feb 11:10 PM
The CountryRotorua dogs to be trained to avoid kiwiDogs to be trained to be averse to kiwi scents.12 Feb 07:55 PM
The CountryRafts of grass clogging a Hawke's Bay natural wonderlandThe grass may be greener on the other side, but it's different down river in Clive.12 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryA sanctuary for our mighty kaurisClint Rameka dreams of a sanctuary built on a sanctuary.12 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountrySwimming memories relived at Awanui StraightWork is underway in a spot one Awanui man holds close to his heart.12 Feb 02:30 AM
The CountryRegular holidaymakers at Lake Waikaremoana voice concerns over managementNew management at Lake Waikaremoana are 'destroying' it, according to locals.12 Feb 01:30 AM
The CountryStronger water restrictions in force in Far NorthWater restrictions are in place for Kaitaia and Kerikeri.12 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryFar North District Council looking for more water supplyAlternative water supply options are being investigated for Kaitaia by the FNDC.11 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountryHawke's Bay groundwater levels recover over summerRiver and groundwater levels on the Heretaunga Plains and Ruataniwha Plains have recovered11 Feb 10:00 PM
The CountrySPCA clarifies stance on 1080: 'Not anti-pest control' but must be humaneA statement said it realised there was "a need for population control of some species".11 Feb 05:40 PM
The CountryPlan well for dry summer farm managementTips to manage your farm over the dry summer.11 Feb 05:00 PM
The CountryCelebrations as kōkako returns to OtanewainukuWildlife trust set to hold information talk on kōkako11 Feb 01:54 AM
The CountryGrass only greener when rain falls in spring - researchResearch shows increase in grass growth needs rain in the right places at the right times.10 Feb 11:15 PM
The CountryOpinion: Commercial forestry v pastoral farmingComment: The ramifications of establishing forestry blocks takes some research.10 Feb 08:30 PM
The CountryKiwi science: how to trace a gastro outbreakScientists have suggested a better way to reveal the source of campylobacter outbreaks.10 Feb 01:48 AM