New Zealand Records Warmest September Ever
The nationwide average temperature was 11.9 degrees, making it the warmest September since 1909.
Fonterra is getting ready to tackle its biggest source of emissions – farmers
Under pressure from overseas markets, big customers and banks to improve sustainability, Fonterra is turning its focus to farmers who supply its milk.
Locals to have say on farm to forest conversions
The Government says it is delivering on its 2020 election commitment to tighten up rules on farm-to-forestry conversions…
Shearing record attempts confirmed for December
Attempts on both the men’s and women’s World eight-hours strongwool lambs shearing records are to be made in…
Game birds aplenty ahead of hunting season
Fish & Game is expecting thousands to turn out for what is anticipated to be one of the best seasons in years.
Australian mining company reapplies for consent to start
TiGa contends it will earn the West Coast millions but have only a light environmental impact.
Red Cross defends pace of donation spending in wake of cyclone and floods
The organisation wants to avoid repeating mistakes it made following the Christchurch earthquake.
Tech from wine industry adapted to save lives
Kiwi researchers are developing a device they hope will prevent deaths from surgical complications.Technology from the wine…
Good weather, good turn-out for 125th Mackenzie A&P Highland Show
The Mackenzie A&P Highland Show, considered the largest one-day event of its type in New Zealand, was blessed with good weather and a good turn-out.
Showing respect to retired dairy cows – a restaurant’s approach
An Auckland restaurant is showcasing a project to make use of meat from retired dairy cows that has traditionally only been thought suitable for low-value items like hamburger patties.