Rural
Full Episode for Friday April 13, 2018
Wheel of Fortune, A Cool Farm, Squeaky Clean? and the Regional Wrap. Audio
Full Episode for Friday April 13, 2018
Wheel of Fortune, A Cool Farm, Squeaky Clean? and the Regional Wrap.
AudioToxic foam: Ohakea locals demand blood tests
Ohakea farmer Andy Russell who owns land contaminated by toxic firefighting foam is shocked the government is telling people not to get blood tests. Locals near the defence base where the foam has… Audio
National takes swipe at govt over axeing irrigation schemes
The National Party has taken a swipe at the Minister of Agriculture for not consulting properly before axeing several large irrigation schemes.
Agency wants samurai wasp ready in case stink bugs invade
Industry and government agencies are planning a pre-emptive strike on the brown marmorated stink bug should it reach New Zealand shores.
Healthcare for the elderly – a geographic lottery
New research from the New Zealand Aged Care Association is revealing the geographical barriers for elderly New Zealanders wanting to move into care. Using interRAI health assessment data the report… Audio
Federated Farmers continues GM-free stoush in Hawke's Bay
Federated Farmers is preparing to challenge yet another local authority over it's GM-free status, despite a string of failed court battles over the issue. Hastings District Council was the first local… Audio
Tornado leaves farmer 'hanging on for dear life'
Taranaki farmer Jordy Mullens was milking when a tornado spiralled across his farm. Despite damaged homes, and broken power lines, Rahotu residents are counting themselves lucky. Video, Audio
Arrests over burglary of cow-disease quarantined property
Two men have been arrested for stealing equipment from a South Canterbury farm which was under quarantine.
The Mountain to Sea Cycle Trail: part two
Susan Murray takes on the Mountain to Sea Cycle Trail – and checks out who is benefiting from extra visitors to the Central North Island. Audio, Gallery
