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Gardening – Sweet sticks
Tue, 28 Apr 2026
Sugar gets a bad rap, and deservedly so for the highly processed white sugar (brown sugar is only marginally better) that forms such a big…
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Animals – Confronting dog fights
Mon, 13 Apr 2026
We’ve been seeing several dog-fight injuries lately, and one of the most common things owners say is, “It just happened out of nowhere.” In reality,...
/RuralSheepworld venture proves its worth
Mon, 13 Apr 2026
The development of Sheepworld, just north of Warkworth, into a model that offers vulnerable young people real-world opportunities will kick up a gear this year....
/EntertainmentGreen thumbs produce orange giants at Matakana
Mon, 13 Apr 2026
More than 30 bright orange beauties lined up before judges at the Matakana Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest this year, with a mix of entries from...
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Sweet treats not sweet for pets
Wed, 8 Apr 2026
Every Easter, New Zealand’s dogs develop a sixth sense for sniffing out chocolate, with data from pet insurance specialist PD Insurance, showing just how often...
/Health & LifestyleAnother A&P show stopper
Mon, 30 Mar 2026
The Warkworth A&P Show has been hailed a success once again this year, drawing large crowds who enjoyed fine weather and a lively atmosphere. Show...
/EntertainmentAnimals – Proactive treatment recommended
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
Rocky, a four-year-old Labrador, was recently seen in our newly renovated small animal hospital after his owners noticed large lumps under his chin. Following diagnostic...
/RuralWellsford farm trainee a winner
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
The winner of the 2026 Northland Dairy Trainee of the Year, announced on March 7, followed in his wife’s footsteps, both in entering the dairy...
/Mahurangi NewsKiwisaver change for farmers
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
Young Rodney farmers in service tenancies (living on farm) will soon be able to use their KiwiSaver savings to buy their first home or farm...
/Mahurangi NewsRodney horse riders find their stride
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
A new equine group in Rodney is bringing horse riders together with a focus on confidence, learning and community. Anita Hinton and Michelle Russell established...
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