Rural
Canterbury enjoys 'wealth of water'
JON MORGAN - The Dominion Post
Federated Farmers has stirred up Canterbury's water debate with the claim that the province has enough storage potential to supply 10 cities the size of Auckland.
SC coast edges towards a drought
By ROB KERR - The Timaru Herald
Overcast skies and a few showers have not stopped coastal South Canterbury from edging towards a drought.
Mass layoffs loom for Waikato mushroom farm
Nelson
One of the biggest employers in the Matamata-Piako district is closing as it cannot comply with conditions to restrict smells coming from its mushroom producing operation.
Boffin proffers silver bullet for growers
By JON MORGAN - The Dominion Post
Fruit growers back an inventor's claims that his product tricks plants into growing faster and producing tastier and more colourful crops.
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RICHARD WOODD/Taranaki Daily
GUTTED: A disappointed Gavin Mutch after giving up his world record shearing bid.
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Cup organisers jittery over park delay
Rugby World Cup organisers want the Government to use its powers under the Resource Management Act to fast-track the redevelopment of Eden Park.
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