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Desperate plea after sudden deaths in rural areas
Federated Farmers pleads with workers to speak up after suspected suicides.
Decision to chlorinate water 'overkill'
''Should be up to the community to decide whether our water should be chlorinated or not''
Listen: Doug Avery on how to build resilience
Resilient Farmer Doug Avery has some sage advice for farmers facing tough times.
Shellfish warning extended north
Public health warning extends to Hokianga Harbour and north to Tauroa (Reef) Point.
Botulism case sparks warnings over homekill sold on social media
Authorities monitor online forums for black market sales as they warn of severe penalties.
Local authorities' gastro costs top $5m
Water crisis costs Hastings council $2.2m, HB regional council $1.9m and HB DHB $1.2m.
Forest medics get $25,000 funding boost
A funding boost means bikers are safer in the Whakarewarewa Forest for a bit longer.
Deer velvet 'clean zones' to meet new industry standards
Deer farmers are embracing new industry standards, with many adopting ''clean zones''.
Fourth death linked to water crisis
Hawke's Bay DHB says that on review, another death was probably linked to gastro outbreak.
Busy year for rural support trust
M bovis outbreak means South Canterbury Rural Support Trust especially busy this year.
Final gastro outbreak report due
Second stage of gastro outbreak inquiry expected to report back this afternoon.
New push to tackle rural health issues
RHAANZ and Bayer New Zealand form partnership to support rural youth.
Trading Old4New lifejackets to save lives this summer
Coastguard's highly successful Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade campaign is back for summer.
OSPRI to ban use of quad bikes
Recent quad bike accidents reinforce the need for a prohibition on the use of quad bikes.
A downside for farmers using PKE
A Northland field day at Okaihau will give farmers the chance to learn about trial work.
Alternative proteins pose a threat for meat
The rise of alternative proteins needs to be kept in perspective, says an analyst.
Cattle cull expands as Mycoplasma bovis disease spreads
One thousand cattle on a newly-identified infected Waimate property will be culled
Boar-eating trio suffering from botulism - hospital
There is not thought to be any risk to the public, the hospital confirmed.
The Resilient Farmer talks depression to Dannevirke farmers
"If you try something you either win or you learn."
Vet corner: Helping animals cope with summer heat
With the warmer weather approaching, I'd like to take a minute to talk about heat stress
Michaela Walmsley: Watch out for heat stroke
Here are a few reminders of common problems over the warmer months.
Farmers warned over antibiotic resistance
Over-use in animals and humans contributing to the rising threat of antibiotic resistance.
Horses help to restore wellbeing
Horses doing their bit to promote mental health and wellbeing in North Canterbury.
LIC bulls given all clear from Mycoplasma bovis disease
LIC has confirmed its artificial breeding bulls are free from the Mycoplasma bovis.
Dr Liza Schneider: Omega 3s needed for good animal health
As with humans, our animals need optimal amounts of various nutrients to stay healthy
Seedlings stolen from mental health group
Levin vegetable garden to support mental well-being has been broken into.
Little River community put at risk with fire appliance swap
Will the Little River Fire Brigade have enough water to fight blazes this summer?
Barque field drilling 'risk' to marine mammals
Oil and gas drilling off the Oamaru coast could have detrimental effect on marine lie.
Farmers need to flick the switch to avoid depression
Doug Avery has been in the depths of depression and he wants to lead farmers away from it.
Federated Farmers: Safety decisions on farm vehicle use critical
WorkSafe CEO Nicole Rosie looks at managing risks around vehicle use on the farm.
Managing mental health in Tararua
Tararua Mental Health is a part of the MidCentral District Health Board area.
Lack of connectivity has Tararua midwives struggling to deliver
The lack of connectivity is seriously hampering health services in Tararua.
Chris Reid: The art of communication
A fundamental part of being a good GP is being able to communicate well with anybody