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Making do with an old orchard
A paddock full of fruit trees may seem like a good thing when buying a lifestyle block to fulfil the dream of ‘idyllic country living'. »
Duck! Safety urged

Thursday, 26 April 2012
Duck shooting season is right on target for another year and while enthusiasts may be aiming to do more than ruffle a few feathers, the Mountain Safety Council is urging shooters not to become sitting ducks themselves! »
Strong contenders for awards

Thursday, 26 April 2012
Rural women are again showing they have more than straw between the ears! »
Different strokes to win at worlds
Thursday, 26 April 2012
When the world’s best junior rowers line up in Bulgaria later this year, Kelsi Walters will be looking to make a big splash on the water. »
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• Thank God, I'm a country boy! »
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Di jumps from show ring to racecourse
Monday, 20 February 2012
Last month Rural Living featured part one in a two-part series on businesswoman and horsewoman Di Bowbyes. Today Rural Living delves further into the thoroughbred interests of this breeder and former trainer. »
Facial eczema - a perennial problem
Friday, 16 March 2012
A sharp increase in facial eczema spore counts in the North Island during last month has been attributed to the warm northerly rain which fell in many districts during that period. »
Changing harbour an eye opener
Friday, 17 June 2011
How often do we realise that a minor change can produce a completely different perspective? »
Final whistle blows for Fitzpatrick
Thursday, 26 April 2012
These past two weeks have been a sad time for us as our friend, and part of the family for more than 18 years, recently used up the last of his nine lives. »
Hedging your bets
Thursday, 26 April 2012
There’s a lot to think about when you own land, and new small block owners soon discover it takes time to understand and deal with all the chores associated with owning even a small acreage. »
All out in the wash
Thursday, 26 April 2012
City slickers, who seldom have to worry about water shortages, can sing, “rain, rain go away, come back another day” to their heart’s content but in the country it’s another matter. »
The ultimate cove
Friday, 16 March 2012
The sign says ‘shelters for man or beast’ and make no mistake, that’s exactly what Graham Ushaw makes – sturdy, well-constructed sheds  of various sizes, shapes and description. »
One-stop decor shop
Friday, 16 March 2012
Robin and Alison Beveridge owners of Guthrie Bowron Pukekohe are community-minded locals whose understanding of the district and its needs is reflected in the way they operate. »
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