Rural Life, Health & Wellbeing

Vege tips: Why you should keep a gardening diary
OPINION: Computers are all good but there's something more tactile about a physical diary.

Worm woes: Tackling sheep parasites in the 1890s
"I was surprised to see such a number of unhealthy sheep on such excellent grass".

How a poultry club became a lifelong passion
Fiona Taylor joined the Waikato Poultry and Pigeon Club and became a judge and steward.

'Great promise': Young inventor's wool pod wows at Fieldays
The Shear Space is a naturally soundproofed environment designed as a quiet retreat.

Swedes: $7 for sheep food? – Hunter Wells
OPINION: Corriedales are munching swedes for free across the South Island.
Lifestyle news from around NZ

Do regular facials actually improve your skin?
New York Times: Here’s what dermatologists think.

NZ actress accuses Australian policeman of using CCTV to spy on her
Lewis ran for mayor in Hamilton and Auckland. Earlier, she streaked at All Blacks game.

Weighted vests trend: Fitness experts weigh in on benefits and myths
New York Times: Influencers swear by them, but are weighted vests really worth the hype?
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Vege tips: Winter, time for onions and strawberries
OPINION: Kem Ormond is busy with onion seed trays & preparing the ground for strawberries.

The ABCs of wool in 1934
The Hawke’s Bay Tribune published a handy guide to wool terminology in 1934.

Hill farming and Arabian horse breeding in Taumarunui
The Duncans breed Crabbet Arabians, known for their stamina and agility.

'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warning
A boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.

Waikato distillery on mission to create 'iconic' New Zealand whiskies
The team had a very busy last year and also started 2025 with a few unique releases.

On The Up: Gown on the farm - teen fashions ball dress from feed sacks and baling twine
On The Up: Eve Hunter wanted to show the versatility of 'pre-loved farm waste'.