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![Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back
The former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.
![Equine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeys](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Equine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeys
The tranquil environment also contributes positively to therapeutic outcomes for clients.
!['Bit of sacrifice': Brothers tackle Dry July to support dad's cancer fight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'Bit of sacrifice': Brothers tackle Dry July to support dad's cancer fight
The Plunkett Boys are known for enjoying a drink or two, so Dry July has been a challenge.
!['All about attitude' - Jamie Strang rows across Cook Strait](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'All about attitude' - Jamie Strang rows across Cook Strait
Jamie Strang on rowing, and raising money for Farmstrong.
![Quad bikes: Farmers offered crush protection device discount](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Quad bikes: Farmers offered crush protection device discount
'This is practical support that means cost shouldn’t get in the way of safety.'
!['Nasty flu-like illness': Project to combat leptospirosis](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'Nasty flu-like illness': Project to combat leptospirosis
"Our data shows 70% of people suspected of having leptospirosis are not tested for it."
![Boost for farmers in Trust Tairāwhiti funding round](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Boost for farmers in Trust Tairāwhiti funding round
Iwi radio stations, First Light marathon organisers, theatre group among other recipients
![MP returns to Parliament after son’s tragic death](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
MP returns to Parliament after son’s tragic death
Act MP Mark Cameron is returning to Parliament after his son's tragic death.
![Health workers needed in rural Canterbury](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Health workers needed in rural Canterbury
'If we can grow our own people, that is the best solution.'
![Farmstrong: Dairy farmer Abbi Ayre’s top tips for beating stress](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Farmstrong: Dairy farmer Abbi Ayre’s top tips for beating stress
Sponsored content: Reefton dairy farmer on why she wants farmers to STOP.
![Hawke's Bay's 'Captain Tom' to tackle 100km in 100th year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Hawke's Bay's 'Captain Tom' to tackle 100km in 100th year
'Hammie' not afraid of stepping out for the cause.
![Farm worker's near miss with tractor after park gear fails](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Farm worker's near miss with tractor after park gear fails
The tractor's park gear failed and the unmanned vehicle started to roll towards him.
![Northland GP services at risk as crisis hits sector](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Northland GP services at risk as crisis hits sector
Some GP services in Northland at risk of closing as crisis hits.
![The big dry: Farmers say Canterbury, Otago support 'great news'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
The big dry: Farmers say Canterbury, Otago support 'great news'
“They’re used to farming in dry conditions but it has been challenging."
!['Staying positive helps': Farmer's road to recovery after accident](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'Staying positive helps': Farmer's road to recovery after accident
An accident in the late 1990s left Matt Hutchinson with horrific injuries.
!['Mind where your mind goes' - Gilbert Enoka on facing adversity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'Mind where your mind goes' - Gilbert Enoka on facing adversity
Former All Blacks mental skills coach talks to farmers on lessons he's learned.
![Coromandel rolls out mental health first aid courses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Coromandel rolls out mental health first aid courses
Coromandel to get mental health first aid courses.
![How to cope when the honey business isn't so sweet](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
How to cope when the honey business isn't so sweet
Sponsored content: Nelson beekeeper on how he manages the ups and downs of his industry.
!['A tough time for all concerned': Dry conditions hit South Island farmers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
'A tough time for all concerned': Dry conditions hit South Island farmers
Rural Support Trusts to make sure farmers have the support they need.
![Champing at the bit: Horse of the Year poised for 'best of the best'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=810)
Champing at the bit: Horse of the Year poised for 'best of the best'
Organisers ensure bar lifts for 2024 HOY.