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'It's a bit of an art form': Why this farmer ran 50km in his gumboots
Kane Brisco inspired over 500 Kiwis to don their Red Bands for mental health.
Don't forget rural women's mental health - Loshni Manikam
Advocate is concerned that rural women's wellbeing is fading into the background.
New initiative helping farms to become great workplaces
Farmer Hamish Murray has learned a thing or two from the Great Workplaces initiative.
New Zealand is not as rural as we think
Only 2 per cent of New Zealand's population are farmers, rural study finds.
Rural Support Trust urges drought-hit Southland farmers to seek help
"They don't like asking for help," Rural Support Trust co-ordinator Lindsay Wright says.
South Otago farmers say past summer one of the driest
Conserve-water notices & fire bans were a continual feature in the district this summer.
The show must go on: Covid comes to The Country radio programme
Jamie Mackay to host The Country from his kitchen table after testing positive for Covid.
Surfing For Farmers hits the right spot in South Otago
"Week on week we're seeing more and more of us in the water."
Three surfboards donated to mental health initiative
Surfing For Farmers have three new surfboards with a special feature.
Rural Wellness Week: Neil Bateup on drought and finding a 'happy place'
The Country's Rural Wellness Week has tips and advice to help farmers' wellbeing.
'Very proud': Pinetree's children celebrate their dad's commitment to IHC
Sir Colin Meads' support for IHC started in 1974 and he helped set up Calf & Rural Scheme.
Beaumont Bark Up a fun way to support farmer wellbeing
Dogs put their best bark forward and compete for prizes at the Beaumont Bark Up.
Charity ride adventure of a lifetime to support mental health
Gary Anderson and his best friend are embarking on a North Island charity ride.
The heartland Kiwi town where 22 per cent have tested positive
Ngāti Porou leaders and health providers are tackling Covid-19 head-on in their region.
Rural hospitals 'potentially in jeopardy' - health expert
Danger of rural hospitals and GP services being compromised by a centralised system.
New initiative to help support rural practices and hospitals
It's hoped the Tautoko Rural initiative will help fill short-term staffing gaps.
From Silicon Valley to Clarence River Valley: Farmer's tips for teamwork
Sponsored content: Murray went to Silicon Valley to learn more about on-farm teamwork.
'As soon as possible': Mayors urge officials to reopen rural hospitals
Hospitals in Oxford, Waikari, Darfield and Ellesmere have been closed.
Healthcare initiative to address high skin cancer mortality rates in rural areas
Programme will help upskill 100s of GPs in the use of specialist diagnostic technology.
'Big problems on little shoulders': How Sir John Kirwan is tackling mental health through primary schools
The All Black legend wants mental health to be a school subject like reading or maths.
Dog trials also good for the wellbeing of rural folk
Most will tell you the tradition of attending dog trials is all about the people.
Ian Handcock's top tips for staying farm fit
Sponsored content: Dairy farm manager says start small and have realistic expectations.
Survey to look into mental health of young rural men
If you are a young rural male, then Kathryn Wright wants to hear from you.
Bruce Cotterill: Guys, we need to talk — about you
Men aren't great talkers about things that matter and that's not good for their health.
'A lot of tractor tyres and posts': How Kane Brisco stays farm fit
Brisco has gained a social media following with his home gym made from farm equipment.
Healing by horse: 'I'm a changed man now'
Treks, cowboy breakfasts and camaraderie for men with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Tractor trek to support children's mental heath
The tractors leave New Plymouth on February 14.
Aussie farming leader urges Kiwis to plan for Covid-19
National Farmers Federation boss says being flexible is key when dealing with Covid.
GP shortage in town a growing concern, says mayor
A few years ago, Stratford had four GP surgeries, now it has two.
Omicron outbreak may leave rural hospitals precarious staffing levels
"What happens when everybody falls over?"
Surfing for Farmers returns to Kakanui
North Otago and South Canterbury farmers are enjoying being able to catch a break.
24-hour Shear-a-thon to raise money for Southland Charity Hospital
The rural sector is uniting again to help those battling cancer in the South.