Rakaia mechanic is bareback champ
By Mick Jensen
Rakaia's Adam Williams has been crowned the national open bareback rodeo champion.
Williams finished top of the standings at the end of the...
Sunflowers bloom as niche crop
By Toni Williams
Turley Farms Chertsey is among a growing number of farms turning to sunflowers as a rotation crop to use between plantings.
Sunflowers are...
Impressive gardens earn society certificates
The Ashburton Horticultural Society have released the property addresses which have earned Certificates of Merit in their annual garden competition last month.
The annual competition,...
Holdaways sharing ministry duties
By Mick Jensen
A new journey has begun for Michael and Mary-Jo Holdaway, with the couple now sharing ministry duties in the Anglican parishes in...
Lachie identified as future leader
By Toni Williams
Lachie Davidson has travelled to the other side of the world, been crowned a world champion egg thrower and has just embarked...
Pea crop harvested
The Maw family, in Mid Canterbury, has been farming at Barrhill for four generations, dating back to 1925.
They rotate a broad range of crops...
Texel sheep breeders enjoying life
By Toni Williams
Paul and Kay Gardner may have downsized their farm operation but its not diminished their appreciation for their Texel sheep operation.
Their sheep...
New owner for Mt Somers tavern
By Mick Jensen
There's been a change behind the bar at the Mt Somers Tavern, with publican Max Smith departing for retirement and Bryan Carter...
Supplies for bushfire victims
By Mick Jensen
The Methven community is giving generously to support a campaign set up to help those affected by the Australian bushfires.
A collection depot...
Parish opens for preschooler morning tea
Members of the co-operating parish at St Lukes Church in Hinds opened the church grounds to scores of preschoolers last week for their annual...
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