Rural
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96Supporting farming families during times of stress
It is well documented that farmers have high suicide rates and levels of depression, and there is a connection between the economy,...
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97LGNZ see potential in new urban development authority
A newly announced urban development authority – Kāinga Ora–Homes and Communities – has the potential to address our housing crisis, but shouldn’t...
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119Rural communities need mental health focus
DairyNZ chief executive Tim Mackle has welcomed an increase in funding for mental health in the Budget, saying he hopes the increased...
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197Rural recycling project will clear more waste from farms
A new project will support farmers by providing alternatives to the harmful disposal practices of burning, burying and stock-piling of waste. The...
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215Thankful for the assist
The Government’s allocation of 1$million to help Tasman recover from the fire disaster is needed says Federated Farmers.
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192Otago tops regional GDP increases
For the first time, Otago’s percentage increase in nominal gross domestic product (GDP) was the highest of all the regions, Stats NZ...
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209MPs hailed for putting the blowtorch on stock rustlers
Politicians on both sides of the House get a thumbs-up from rural New Zealanders for passing tougher legislation on rustling, Federated Farmers...
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260More money needed for rural connectivity
The announcement of more funding for rural connectivity is positive but it is just a drop in the required connectivity bucket, says...
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Let’s get better coverage for all
Better connectivity coverage is needed for rural business and communities to thrive, says Federated Farmers.
Tuesday, July 16th, 2019 at 12:56pm
Govt agriculture climate plan cautiously welcomed https://t.co/TZ6tJ6WRzt
Govt agriculture climate plan cautiously welcomed https://t.co/TZ6tJ6WRzt
Monday, July 15th, 2019 at 2:25pm
Sam Tietjen wins 2019 Gisborne-Tairāwhiti Young Fruitgrower of the Year https://t.co/m250c0PLSR
Sam Tietjen wins 2019 Gisborne-Tairāwhiti Young Fruitgrower of the Year https://t.co/m250c0PLSR