'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
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'Getting the cows, learning lines': From a dairy hamlet to Shakespeare
A rural actor who learns lines amongst cows is set to be front stage at the Globe.
City couple's mushroom venture sprouts from pandemic
Benson Thomas and Hattie MacLennan once lived a city life in Auckland.
'A bit of banter': Competition on the maimai still high after 35 years of father-son duck shooting
'If someone does a terrible shot we let them know.'
Three women take out top spots in Pureora Hunting Comp
Numbers for the annual competition are back to pre-Covid levels, DoC says.
Meat the Need asks Canterbury to 'pack and give back'
Charity asks businesses across Canterbury to help pack food boxes.
A successful second year for Farmer Time for Schools
“We have many farmers eager to participate, but currently face a shortage of teachers.”
Karapiro couple nuts about macadamias
Paul Gardiner & Helen Stockman are one season away from seeing the fruits of their labour.
Healthy game populations reported for start of duck hunting season
Late maize harvest affects availability of spots for shooters.
Going hunting? Here's what the season's looking like in your region
A good breeding season means opening weekend looks promising for hunters.
Time running out for NZ’s copper phone network
One of our biggest telcos plans to pull the plug next year.
The Waikato Hunt is in the dog house - in a good way
“Our kennels had been at their Fencourt Road location in Cambridge since 1968."
Meet dragline enthusiast Neil Fitzgerald
'Using draglines I dug canals, formed stopbanks and cleared drains all over the Waikato.'
Cauli-power: The best cauliflower recipes
It’s come a long way from being boiled and bland - look what cauliflower can do now.
Hawke's Bay's 'Captain Tom' to tackle 100km in 100th year
'Hammie' not afraid of stepping out for the cause.
'I sat down and made a personal commitment': Dealing with disaster
Tessa Appleby's resilient nature saw her get through the cyclone and thrive as a leader.
'Like little utes': Salmon farm's tuk-tuk trial a success
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon uses tuk-tuks on its farms to move equipment and people around.
'Where did my food come from?': Can you do 12 months of NZ-only food?
Before you collectively sigh at the 'woke term', know it's not a new fad.
'You get the big and the small': Why Kate loves being a rural vet
“It’s full on but I’m pretty lucky to go to some neat parts of Bay of Plenty."
'Our crazy plan': From corporate life to avocado tourism advocates
“Most people wouldn’t do this much in 10 years, and we’ve gone and done it in two."
Local Waipu shop's award-winning cheeses answer to new EU regulations
Origin Northland in Waipu sells food products with the lowest possible food miles.
No flies on them: The plant-boosting powers of the humble dung beetle
Unsung heroes of the insect world renowned for their prowess in breaking down cattle dung.
World War II veteran looks back on ‘lucky life’
Clive Kenyon looks back on war times and his life.
Paws-itively amazing career in animal services
Betty Hall was once told by a teacher she would never get a job after finishing school.
'Delicate balance': School explores options for on-site farm
The farm animals are staying, but the use of the land is being extended.
Bucket list horse has hobby trainer daring to dream
Retired seaman Jim Sweetensen would love to see his mare gain black-type.
Mountain bike club's long-term farm project
“You couldn’t find a better place to put a mountain bike park.”
Whanganui grower earns national award for his roses
The roses Bob Matthews creates have to possess the 'wow factor'.
Fieldays Faithful: The visitor who's been more than 30 times
Bronwyn has been coming to Fieldays for over 30 years now.
Meet the finalists for Dairy Woman of the Year
Meet Myfanwy Alexander, Amber Carpenter, Katrina Roberts and Michelle Ruddell.
Olive oil shortage: What are the alternatives?
With olive oil prices going up, it may be time to pick a new favourite.
Power to the people: When electricity arrived on-farm
“The country is now passing from the age of steam to the age of electricity."
Autumn fruit (it’s not just about feijoas)
Figs, passionfruit and persimmons all arrive in autumn – here’s how to make them sing.