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HUNTSBURY

9 Great Gables Lane Auction: Thursday November 19, 2026 from 12pm (unless sold prior) Open home: November 15, 10am-10.30am Agents: Cameron Bailey 027 555 7079 Brendan Hart 027 510 6525 Harcourts Gold Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Set within a private...

What’s cooking: Barbies & beyond

Summer means barbecues and long evenings on the deck. If your outdoor cooking setup needs a refresh, your options have grown far beyond the classic four-burner barbie; think pizza ovens, smokers, kamado and plancha grills, and fancy outdoor kitchens....

‘PRETTY GUTTED’

The sound of explosions woke Gisborne couple Vanessa Hayes and Rod Husband in the early hours of yesterday morning. Their alarm grew as they smelled smoke before seeing flames from a car fire at the back of their building. Emergency services...

Rates rethink on the cards

Carterton councillors appear unlikely to greenlight a “nuclear” rates option to pay for the maintenance of rural roads. Carterton District Council wrapped up its two-day rates review hearing on Thursday mid-deliberations. It will meet again next...

Tips to pick the perfect fridge

SHOWROOM SMARTS Before you fall for a shiny showroom model, think about how you live. How often do you cook? Do you shop weekly or daily? Can you get it through the door? Is your cavity big enough for the doors to swing and for an airflow gap at the...

Dame Mary Beard

MĀUI AND THE SUN REIMAGINED //

Questioning our humanity

The screen next door was showing Wicker, a romantic fantasy about a husband made of sticks, and downstairs there was the lovely Ghosts comedy, and at moments during the documentary, which features anonymous interviews with 24 intelligence officers...

STUNNING, CHARACTERFUL HOME WITH INCOME STREAM

These two homes are bathed in sunlight and designed to capture the beautiful views over Blueskin Bay. The main home has a unique and flexible layout, featuring three bedrooms and three living areas. The modern kitchen is well-equipped with all the...

Locals welcome huge new pharmacy

Invercargill’s former Torpedo7 site has been transformed into a 1300m² Chemist Warehouse. The pharmacy is understood to be the largest Chemist Warehouse in New Zealand. The store opened its doors yesterday, with about 10 people lining up to become...

Airport lands new Hamilton route

A new gateway is opening up between Waikato and Otago with Air New Zealand introducing a direct service between Hamilton and Queenstown. It marks yet another high for Hamilton Airport which has returned strong financial results, seen a surge in...

Crown solicitor ‘demeaning’

AN investigation into Invercargill’s Crown solicitor has found she was “demeaning, sarcastic and aggressive” towards a victim of severe domestic violence. MaryJane Thomas, one of the most experienced and influential lawyers in Southland who has headed...

Scarborough Rd occupants speak out

People living in a paddock near Timaru have responded to neighbour concerns about their “shanty town”, saying they are normal people trying to live peaceful lives. Last week, residents of Scarborough Rd, about 6km out of Timaru, raised concerns about...

OTTOLENGHI

The chef shares his simple brown sugar cake recipe

A landmark in the making

Elevated high above Wellington, this substantial residence captures spectacular panoramic views. Built in the 1950s and renovated in the 1990s, the ground floor features a double internal garage, spacious rumpus or media room, and full bathroom, ideal...

Ferrymead Bays

From a community club to national contenders

Bar seeks community help for inclusive project

The owners of a Nelson laneway pub have turned to the community for help after costs to make the growing music gig venue more inclusive “snowballed”. The Dog’s Bone co-owners, Joe Benge and Arna Wilson, wanted to improve wheelchair access at the...

The last laugh

‘Her acting was insane’

AWhangārei childcare worker says she was persuaded to hand over $350 after a tearful woman claimed she had just buried her mother and returned home to find her house had been robbed. “I’ve been to my mother’s tangi and while I was away the house was...

Group opposes cycle track change

An outdoor recreational group has criticised a proposal to reroute part of Marlborough’s Queen Charlotte Track, which it fears could diminish the ridgetop views and scenery that have made the trail so popular. Minister for Tourism and Hospitality...

ECE teachers stage street protests

A group of Manawatū early childhood education teachers have taken part in a national day of action protesting against pay and working conditions. NZEI Te Riu Roa union members held protests on Wednesday outside centres run by Evolve Education, which...

Former fullback mourned

Daryl Lilley was a gifted rugby player who could light up a game from the back, but it was his friendship, humour and ability to connect with people that will be remembered by most. The former Taranaki, Crusader and Hurricanes player died suddenly on...

Hospital missed fatal

Michelle Pillay wrote in her hospital discharge form that she was going home as she had “given up waiting to be seen by a doctor”. “It seems I am too complex to be treated at [this] Hospital.” Hours later she died of a attack. The Health and...

‘Vindicated’ after reelecti on

MP Miles Anderson is ‘‘thrilled’’ to represent Waitaki again following his reelection, despite a 25% drop in National’s party vote compared with 2023 results. Incumbent Mr Anderson was returned securely for a second term, taking more than 50% of the...

Tenant awarded $5000

ARotorua pensioner housing tenant has been awarded nearly $5000 after their landlord failed to properly address concerns about a person on home detention moving in next door. Emerge Aotearoa Housing Trust was ordered to pay the tenant $4942.50 in...

‘Testing the market’

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has put its Wellington properties, which are part of its extensive investment portfolio, up for sale. The council is the landowner of 10 properties in the inner-city suburbs of Thorndon and Kelburn in Wellington. They...

Gisborne

The McNeil family at Puketoro Station, and four other farms with a string of leases from Tolaga Bay to Rangitukia, have farmed in partnerships based on communication and transparency holding them in good stead for the next generation.

Drinking water ‘lifeline’ Back-up water keeps school doors open

Five Tairāwhiti schools will receive drinking water upgrades over the next two years as part of a Government programme to improve water security at rural and remote schools. The principal of one school described it as “a lifeline” after water...

Manawatu honours its community stewards

Manawatū District Council (MDC) celebrated four outstanding community stewards at the 2026 Community Honours Awards on Wednesday November 4, recognising John Culling, Chloe Dodunski, John Silvester and Tracey Mouat for their dedication and...

Latest season of show highlights women’s sport issues

TED Lasso taught us to believe. But Alice Chilton wants you to believe — and win. Everyone’s favourite man with a moustache returned to our screens this year for a fourth season of the hit TV show, switching Lasso’s focus to coaching the fictional...

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Presence, privacy & grandeur in Aokautere

Don’t miss this thoughtfully modernised, mid-century architecturally designed 205sqm home. Open-plan living, dining, kitchen are well-proportioned. A separate lounge provides comfortable living. Cooks will love the kitchen with its storage and bench...

All the world’s a stage for Keeley

Keeley Bray is headed to Shakespeare’s Globe in London. The Geraldine High School Year 12 student is one of 24 New Zealand high school Shakespeare aficionados to win places on the three-week July 2027 trip. She began her path to the reconstructed...

Amberley’s purrfect new local identity makes itself at home

Amberley has a new local identity, and he’s everyone's new favourite. He appears like a shadow in the early morning, takes his position at the front of the store, and when the last worker locks up at night, he quietly slips away. To the many hundreds...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

Dom-inating the 10k

KIWI media personality Dominic Bowden’s assembled a community of 15 locals who’ll tackle Saturday’s Queenstown Marathon 10km run together — including, from left, Akexandra Brzezinska, Sebastian Dettman, Bowden himself and Seadon Baker. Trainings over...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

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Louisa’s mum slams killer’s access to book

The mother of six-yearold murder victim Louisa Damodran says the killer getting access to a book which contained a photo resembling her daughter shows he is still not ready to be released from prison. Peter Joseph Holdem has been behind bars for...

A mountain to climb for men’s health

Two years ago, Blake Thomson was diagnosed with testicular cancer, but early detection meant it was caught before it could spread. The 26-year-old has since made it an annual tradition to take on an arduous physical challenge in full firefighter gear,...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

Swims and strolls spark poetry

Congratulations to Renee Hudson, of Fairfield, who has won two tickets to Heath Franklin’s at the Mayfair Theatre in Dunedin, on Saturday night. Dunedin residents are being urged to swap phone numbers on their street to prevent crime and prepare for...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

From Timaru to Wudang

After dedicating 45 years to the practice and teaching of taijiquan (tai chi), a Timaru martial arts teacher has returned from an extraordinary journey to China. David Thew has returned from China's Wudang Mountains, where he was invited as a special...

Majority back bin changes but opposition remains

A majority of residents support fortnightly rubbish collections, but concerns persist about smell, hygiene and pests. Of the 947 people who gave feedback 63% supported the move, which is designed to reduce costs and encourage people to keep recycling...

Doris vs the Dark Destroyer

Onehundredandnineyearold Doris Wakelin took on Dark Destroyer Shaun Wallace of The Chase in a fun quiz on Tuesday at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. It was a surprise visit for Doris, who is New Zealand’s second oldest person, and a superfan of The...

Rising to the challenge

Teviot Valley residents responded to a call to help save the Roxburgh resthome donating nearly $20,000 in less than a week. The resthome directors faced a rocky reception on Thursday after telling a public meeting the community would need to prop up...

Dark sky spectacular

Fiordland National Park is now home to the largest dark sky park in the southern hemisphere, in a move that is set to further boost tourism to the area. Thursday’s announcement Fiordland National Park had been accredited an international dark sky park...

Cromwell Farmers & Artisans Market’s New Season

Every year, the hallmarks of Spring give the feeling that winter is over, though the weather keeps confusing. First there’s the blossoms, then the long-weekend energy, and with it the Cromwell Farmers & Artisans Market. It continues now in the Cromwell...

Clutha MPs all hold seats

Clutha will resume ‘‘business as usual’’ following Saturday’s election night, as the district’s three representative MPs all return to their seats. The district is notable in being subject to a geographical split for its parliamentary representation,...

Kaitāia mill workers face uncertain future

Hope that a buyer would step in and secure jobs at Kaitāia’s Triboard Mill has been replaced with fresh uncertainty, as workers face possible redundancy despite efforts to keep the operation running under new ownership. Juken New Zealand (JNL) this...

EDITOR’S LETTER

Melanie Chisholm or Mel C, as she’s better known, became a global star thanks to the Spice Girls. In the all-female mega-popular British group she was known as “Sporty Spice”. The Spice Girls, whose hits included Wannabe, Stop, Who Do You Think You...

Sport fuel creating a buzz

Beekeeper Jonty Mckinnel (pictured) is harvesting honey in Ettrick to create natural energy products to fuel athletes. He has set up Bee Fast Honey with friend and fellow athlete Flynn Goodger, of Gore. Meanwhile, in Mosgiel, beekeeper and Hive Energy...

Team work brings new life to historic building

Soon visitors to Brayshaw Heritage Park will notice some new activity around the Girlings Building, the quaint little two storied "shop" at the entrance to Beavertown. Marlborough Quilters, who meet monthly in the Vintage Farm Machinery building, are...

What is fuelling a wave of youth crime and disruptive behaviour, asks.

A spate of antisocial behaviour in Gore has police and youth and welfare services looking for answers to keep the district’s young people out of trouble. Over recent months, there have been numerous social media posts detailing disruptive public...

Tommy’s Market Update

“We’re seeing more people at open homes, which is encouraging, but buyers are still cautious,” says Tommy’s Real Estate salesperson Alexia Stoddart. “They’re doing their homework, comparing properties carefully and negotiating hard. Price and...

The sweet smell of SUN PROTECTION

EVERYDAY ESSENTIAL Bondi Sands Coconut Beach SPF 50+ Scented Sunscreen Lotion 150ml Hydrating, tropical-scented SPF 50+ in a handy 150ml format, ready to become a regular part of your morning routine. Perfect for keeping in your handbag for topping up...

Blast from the past

This archive photo prompted a few Facebook comments from Te Puke locals when it was recently digitally reproduced by Pae Korokī: Tauranga Archives Online. Melbourne Richmond recognised Leonard Pouwhare’s dad with the white shirt. Joe Vincent...

The Shearers' Quarters

Imagine the stories these walls could tell. Once a place for hardworking shearers to gather after a long day, these older shearers’ quarters now await their next chapter, and you could be the one to write it. Set on 3.3 ha, approximately 20 minutes...

The sweet smell of SUN PROTECTION

EVERYDAY ESSENTIAL Bondi Sands Coconut Beach SPF 50+ Scented Sunscreen Lotion 150ml Hydrating, tropical-scented SPF 50+ in a handy 150ml format, ready to become a regular part of your morning routine. Perfect for keeping in your handbag for topping...

ANIMAL ODDBALLS!

Eleven freaky creatures to admire this Halloween

Nice in November

Emma as she approaches her 40th birthday, an age she was never expected to reach, while her pal Farrell trains for the marathon to raise awareness of EB and raise funds for those living with the condition. Where: HBO Max When: November 26 together...

FROM THE EDITOR

I’m writing this just after a worthy NPC final, played in sweltering conditions under the roof in Christchurch before well over 20,000 people. It was another cracking competition, the 51st, marking 50 years, culminating in Canterbury annexing a 16th...

It’s not me, it’s you

Young people are separating themselves from their families in increasing numbers. Why do Gen Z kids hate their parents?

Peace of cake

Awww, how sweet! Supermodel Gigi Hadid celebrated the launch of her knitwear brand Guest in Residence’s flagship store with cake in Lower Manhattan, NYC.

PREEN & POSE

Bigger was apparently better at the 2026 CFDA Awards held in New York City, judging by Allison Janney’s spectacular silhouette. The Oscar winner, 66, needed plenty of elbow room in her stunning fuchsia Christian Siriano gown with billowing...

Building better boys:

Julia Baird and son Sam tell The Weekly why their book project is so important to them both

HOW WE TRAVEL

Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.

Quiz

1. What does Collins English Dictionary’s word of the year “mogging” mean: A) to post cat photos online; B) to outperform someone; C) to pretend to pay attention in an online meeting; or D) to deliberately underperform at work? 2. Paul Glover and Alex...

HER OPPORTUNITY

History made as Qiulae Wong set for kingmaker role

Fenz under fire: ‘It’s a total mess’

Former volunteer fire chiefs with more than 100 years of combined service are demanding an independent inquiry into Fire and Emergency New Zealand, claiming experienced leaders are being driven out by a culture of bullying, control and...

Right to repair

After somewhat despairing about who I could bring myself to vote for in the lead-up to this year’s general election, this is the first time I can remember that my vote is less likely to be for a party I like but for the party that I dislike the least,...

MIDLIFE HORMONE RESET

STAY STRONG & FIT AFTER 50

5 questions with Yann Le Dorré

FROM THE EDITOR

When I saw renowned photographer Jane Ussher’s first Rooms book my immediate reaction was awe at the creativity of the people behind the homes she had captured, some of which had been in NZ House & Garden. The plethora of different ways they decorated...

Green blood runs deep

Kevin Fry remembers the “pop, pop, pop” from the exhaust of the family’s 1951 John Deere MT because it could be heard five kilometres away. Today, it still has its original exhaust and is one of the favourites in a shed full of classic tractors and...

The place where pampered pets want to be

Ladymead has been a trusted name among pet lovers in Wairarapa since the 1970s. But that doesn’t mean everything has stayed the same. “Our love and care for animals is constant, but when it comes to our service and facilities, we’re always improving to...

Discover Aboriginal Culture at Perth’s Elizabeth Quay

Discover ancient stories and the fascinating Aboriginal history of the Whadjuk Noongar people, Elizabeth Quay / Goomup and the Swan River / Derbal Yerrigan on a new guided cultural walking tour. Running monthly from October 2026 to May 2027, the new...

Ōmokoroa teenager waits for life-changing surgery after years of acute, chronic pain

An Ōmokoroa family is waiting for approval from the New Zealand health system for a complex operation they hope will finally give 17-year-old Callie Breen a life without constant pancreatic pain. Callie has an extremely rare hereditary condition...

Funding boost for Agrizero NZ

Government-industry partnership Agrizero NZ has received a big funding boost – to the tune of $117 million – with two new industry partners coming aboard. The new funding is split equally between industry and government, taking the total funds raised...

Hello

As a curious (that’s a polite way of saying nosy) person (hence the career in journalism), I always love the opportunity to have a stickybeak into other people’s homes – especially those rich in character and personal style – so choosing just eight...

Berry bright future

Isimply love raspberries. When I was growing up in Christchurch I used to go raspberry picking with my sisters to earn pocket money. It is fair to say, I never earned much as I would eat almost all the raspberries I picked immediately. I probably owe...

BITE SIZE

What the dish team are making for Christmas Day, the dish festive playlist, Sarah Todd’s Queensland Prawn Spread, Christmas Unwrapped with Toni Street, Nici Wickes and Helen Emett, the Christmas issue you asked for, and our Mix and Match menu-planning...

Demand for food support doubles as households struggle

Crossroads Malborough has seen a 110 percent increase in demand for its food support services since the end of January, as more households struggle to cope with the rising cost of living. Offering breakfast and lunch daily at their Redwood Street Hub,...

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A giant of the New Zealand high country and the horse and racing industries is how Ron Williamson was described at a memorial service to celebrate his extraordinary life. pays tribute to an old friend.

When Ron Williamson broke his back in a showjumping fall in Timaru in 1966, it was nearly curtains for the young man from Birchwood Station. His family were initially told he might not survive the first 48 hours; once he overcame that hurdle, they...

Copy CAts

For the purposes of a retrospective feature, 27 years ago I was asked what at first seemed to be a very simple question: If money was no object, what classic car would you like to own? Back in 1999 – being rather younger, slimmer and far fitter, I...

MAKE IT

DIY festoon light stand Home-brewed plant food Scrumptious spring suppers

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

WHY WAIT UNTIL the end of a party for cake? Set the celebration tone of your summer parties early with this savoury showstopper made with creamy layers of AORAKI Pōhutukawa Smoked Salmon and toasted brioche wrapped in tangy cream cheese and topped with...

A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS

Here we go again, looking down the barrel of some very tricky elections with no clear indication of the outcome. Many would have us believe we are in dire straits politically, and that depends on your perspective. Being involved in the Classic Car...

EDITORIAL

Welcome to our 2026 IoT/Industry 4.0 issue. We have a look at a lot of developments including Single Pair ethernet to streamline communications, issues with using Agentic agents in manufacturing and some protections against cyberhacking. If you want...

Knockdolian: the plant lovers’ garden

The story of Knockdolian, like many stories in Canterbury, stretches back to the Deans family… but also further still, to Scotland and tales of ancient castles, sailors tricked to their doom, enchantment and even mermaids. A picnic at Knockdolian,...

KIA ORA, WELCOME TO EXPLORE DUNEDIN

Being in a new city is always exciting, but finding your way around can be challenging. ExploreDunedin will help you to quickly find and explore all the best things that Dunedin has on offer, so that you can pack even more into your visit. As well as a...

10 PRINCIPLES OF SUCCESSFUL OUTDOOR ROOMS

Kiwis have always loved the outdoors – especially now that they’re coming with a few more creature comforts. Outdoor rooms have been on the rise in New Zealand and for good reason – it’s an obvious way to gain more living space without adding another...

Outdoor inspiration

Welcome to the latest issue of NZ Landscaper, packed with practical ideas, industry news and inspiration to help you build a stronger, more successful business. Our theme for this issue is outdoor living – exploring how changing lifestyles and client...

Welcome to Mountain Scene Homes & Gardens 2026

Whether you're planning on building your dream home, looking for fresh interior ideas, or hoping to inject life into your garden, you'll find some inspiration in this publication. With stories on the Southern Supreme House of the Year, the burgeoning...

‘Otago Daily Times’

CLASS Act celebrates the excellence of young people in our province and now, more than ever, we will be looking to them for leadership. It was the brainchild of former Otago Daily Times editor Robin Charteris, who invited then prime minister Helen...

Welcome to the 2026 NZSUV Buyer’s Guide

If there’s one thing that’s certain about the New Zealand automotive market, it’s that we love our SUVS. Business, leisure or pleasure, these ‘do it all’ automotive solutions will happily traverse all manner of lifestyles and even terrains. Whether...

Welcome to the 2026 NZSUV Buyer’s Guide

If there’s one thing that’s certain about the New Zealand automotive market, it’s that we love our SUVs. Business, leisure or pleasure, these ‘do it all’ automotive solutions will happily traverse all manner of lifestyles and even terrains. Whether...

Good design is in the details

Whether you’re building your dream home or renovating your current one, it can be all too easy to become focused on the big design decisions, such as your floor plan, kitchen units or bathroom suit, but it’s actually some of the smaller details that...

Out of the woods

Disappear into the shelter and spirit of this cabin in a Tāhuna/Queenstown forest.

GROW and

from veges

Petal palette

Colour-themed planting schemes & inspiring ideas for pots & small plots

AN EXTRAORDINARY SHEDDIE

We don’t feature many sheddies more than once in the magazine, but Chris Gordon is the exception. Chris’ latest project is the subject of our cover story in this edition, and this is his most stunning project yet. We first featured the first of his...

SPRING IN YOUR GARDEN

Fresh ideas and timely reminders

Grilled asparagus and halloumi salad

ustralian chef Karen Martini says this salad makes a delicious and light spring starter. Chargrilling asparagus takes the flavour in a different direction to steaming or blanching. It retains its signature grassy notes, but the char adds a compelling...

We made 34 for 35

To celebrate 35 years since the Youtube NZ Marketing Awards started, we made 34 different versions of the cover for the print edition of this issue. Yep, 34 – that’s the number of trophies that were handed out on Awards Night. Keeping with the theme...

Hello,

As we head further into the second half of the year, welcome to the latest edition of Allied Media’s Your Healthcare Providers 2026, your handy guide to the health professionals and services supporting the wellbeing of Christchurch...

Welcome

Being someone’s true love means that you accept them for the person they are, and that you do not wish to change them. Saying ‘‘I love you’’ in front of the world is what your wedding day is all about. It means standing by the one you love during those...

‘Today is your day. You’re off to great places. You’re off and away. Oh the places you’ll go.’

Inland from Lake Coleridge, Canterbury

Don't leave home ‘til you've seen the country

There are a number of adverts from the early 1980s that live long in the memory, but the classic tourism one particularly resonates. Imploring New Zealanders to explore their own backyard before travelling overseas, it made a powerful point about what...

FIRE

In all emergencies phone 111. If you ring to report a local fire in a rural area you will be asked your RAPID number, so that the appropriate fire service can be alerted. At certain times of the year, there will be restrictions on lighting fires. Ring...

Visiting a doctor

• It’s free to enrol It’s free to register or enrol with a GP — but they may charge a consultation fee each time you go to see them after that. GPs normally charge a higher fee, often called a casual rate, for patients that aren’t enrolled at their...

THE REID MARTINI

A rich and characterful vodka, The Reid is the best vodka you will ever taste. Delicately nuanced with notes of pear drops, lemon, toffee and malt biscuits. The Reid shines in spirit-forward cocktails, particularly in our signature martini, adding...

Resene paint and wallpaper for maximalist interiors.

Alayered, personality-filled home is having a moment. Intentional clutter, or maximalism, is less about mess and more about meaning. The antithesis of classic minimalism with its pared back palettes, intentional clutter is the art of surrounding...

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THE COST OF KIWI CULTURE

Walk into any snow shop and the walls are full. Jackets, skis, boots, helmets, goggles, packs, base layers, socks, gadgets, apps, passes and promises. There is no shortage of product. There has probably never been more. The problem is not the gear....

A RECIPE FOR HEIFER MATING SUCCESS

Glenaray Station successfully mate yearling heifers, increasing their reproductive potential

A historic lifestyle opportunity

This is not only a stunning piece of history, but what a place to live! In the heart of Maraekakaho perched just above the historic woolshed is the Gardeners Cottage from Maraekakaho Station. A lovely two bedroom cottage plus two bedrooms detached from...