Rural

Dog Act not spot on

While the government seeks to reform dog control legislation, Franklin Times reader Lois Hudson believes they must take dog owners into account. She writes:  The government's recent...

Changing of the (horse) guards

As one veteran equestrian rides off into the sunset, another is saddling up as the new Monday coach at the South Auckland Riding for...

Farming feathered friends

When people say they love chicken, they usually mean dinner, but to Jessica Hoskins, they are a wonderful bird. Jessica Hoskins and her husband, Bradley,...

Fuel for rural schools – Feds applaud plan

Extra support for small, rural and isolated schools to help manage fuel cost pressures is timely and very welcome, Federated Farmers' education spokesperson Richard...

Farming fussy eaters

By Natalie Pitfield It’s a widely held misconception that pigs and goats will eat anything. You hear the stories about goats eating tin cans,...

Roar deal – more bang for the ‘buck’

With the rut rolling, sharp-eyed shooters have been taking to the bush. During the roar,  mating season for deer, stags make their presence known...

Aka Aka farmer Grand Final bound?

Pukekohe’s Justin Ruygrok will be hoping his luck is sweeter the second time around as he aims to claim the 2026 Young Farmer of...

Be sure this roar

As thousands of hunters are making their plans for the roar, recreational firearms groups are urging hunters to always be 100 per cent sure...

Riding like the wind

The ESNZ Demo, Dabble and Do-It is returning for another year, showcasing recreational riders having fun. Featuring three events on March 29, April 18, and...

A happy ending for Doofus

A once-roaming dog has found his forever home thanks to the care of Waikato District Council’s Animal Control team and the support of community...