Rural
09:00am Sun 22 Dec, 2024
The Waikato has been hit by a 'horrendous” stench today after a giant offal spill on a state highway near Waitomo. Police told the Herald they had received... Read More
07:00pm Fri 20 Dec, 2024
Kiwifruit exports were valued at $3.5 billion for the 2024 season, according to data released by Stats NZ. The value of kiwifruit exports in the 2024 season... Read More
04:00pm Fri 20 Dec, 2024
Up to 40 'pet” pigs are set to be moved from the Coromandel Peninsula to a sanctuary in Wellington after their long-time carer was charged with murder. The... Read More
07:00pm Wed 18 Dec, 2024
Further tests are being carried out this week to confirm if highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been contained to one Otago egg farm. The H7N6 strain... Read More
03:00pm Wed 18 Dec, 2024
A pet is for life, not just for Christmas. Especially when that pet is expected to live for 20 to 30 years. Graeme Hannah closes the doors of his Katikati... Read More
10:45am Wed 18 Dec, 2024
A North Island horse trainer who admitted ill-treatment of four horses - including kicking one twice in the genitals - has won a bid to avoid any convictions... Read More
10:10am Tue 17 Dec, 2024
While entries in beef cattle classes at agricultural and pastoral shows may be waning, there is still great satisfaction for those who continue to take part. Liam... Read More
08:00pm Mon 16 Dec, 2024
Velvet farmers are having a horror season with prices back 20 percent on last year - meaning some are selling at below the cost of production. This year,... Read More
06:00pm Mon 16 Dec, 2024
A Waikato beekeeper has come full circle in what has becoming an increasingly unpredictable business. Matt Crawford says limited returns for honey means the... Read More
03:00pm Mon 16 Dec, 2024
Vetora Bay of Plenty has transformed its operations with NetSuite ERP, improving efficiency and financial oversight across its four clinics. Verde Group's... Read More
07:30am Sun 15 Dec, 2024
What started as a car fire on State Highway 29 in the Lower Kaimai on Saturday afternoon quickly spread into the surrounding bush, said a Fire and Emergency... Read More
06:50am Sun 15 Dec, 2024
Rising temperatures and dry conditions in the Bay of Plenty have led to over 69 vegetation fires in November, resulting in the implementation of a restricted... Read More
24-Dec 18:00
Hospital set for multi-million dollar upgrade
24-Dec 17:00
Plea to protect ‘endemic’ dotterels
24-Dec 16:00
Undercover parking a bonus for passionate peddlers
24-Dec 15:00
Swap out that old lifejacket!
24-Dec 14:00
Tips for a healthier approach to holiday drinking
24-Dec 13:00
Couple feared losing kids over Lego fight
24-Dec 11:45
Christmas tips from a barbecue pitmaster
24-Dec 11:00
Staying fire safe this summer
24-Dec 10:10
What are some of NZ's most dangerous roads?
24-Dec 09:28
Father’s actions to stop ‘illegal’ driving
24-Dec 08:31
Prisoner escapes from custody at Waikato Hospital
24-Dec 08:00
Safety tips while out on the water
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