Rural

Te Puke shed fire deemed ‘suspicious'

Emergency services were called to a shed fire in Te Puke overnight. A police spokeswoman said they were notified of a fire on Manoeka Rd about 11.05pm. 'Initial... Read More

Farming brought to life in Minecraft

New Zealand science and agricultural students are about to step into history - and the future - through the power of a globally popular computer game. A new... Read More

Young Fish & Game winners to enjoy hunting weekend

Eight keen young game bird hunters from around the country will enjoy two days hunting in outstanding wetlands, as winners of a competition run by Fish & Game... Read More

Avocado industry expands global reach

The avocado sector is spreading its wings around the world. 'Diversification of our export markets is a prime focus for us as an industry,” said NZ... Read More

Innovation Awards: 63 entrants to vie for accolade

The Fieldays Innovation Awards just announced the 63 entrants vying for accolades in five categories this year. The organisers said the competition attracted... Read More

Veteran truckie reflects on 30 years on the road

After 30 years of driving truck and trailer units, Terry Hobart has his fair share of dodgy-driving anecdotes - including the time a car overtook him while sliding... Read More

Robotic lawn mowers ready to race at fundraiser

Action Equipment Katikati are combining a community fundraiser with one of their best selling products - the Husqvarna Automower. Branch Manager Mel Smyth... Read More

Women get hooked on fly-fishing

Following last year's success and high demand, a Bay of Plenty ‘women only' fly-fishing workshop is coming back this year, to teach ladies the basic skills... Read More

Fieldays 2025 unveils ‘mullet strategy’

This year, Fieldays has a new strategy that organisers say embraces the spirit of the event - the mullet. A hairstyle regularly seen during the annual... Read More

Gap between people and sheep rapidly closing

The gap between people and sheep in New Zealand is rapidly closing. There's now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New Zealand compared to a peak of 22... Read More

Solar panels slash farmer’s power costs

A sunny summer has paid dividends for a Waikato farmer. Malcolm Jones' milking shed at Te Poi, near Matamata, is entirely powered by solar panels. Running... Read More

Awards celebrate top farmers amid protest plans

Plans are in place for a protest outside Mercury Baypark this weekend as Tauranga hosts the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards National Gala dinner. The gala... Read More