Southland farmers are grappling with an unusually wet spring, which has brought higher lamb death rates and low feed supplies. Persistent rain since August has made it difficult to manage paddocks, sow spring crops, and care for livestock.
Jason Herrick, president of Southland’s Federated Farmers, described the situation as
* Government announces stricter rules for public servants working remotely, focusing on office presence.
* New guidelines emphasise that working from home requires monitoring and must be agreed upon.
* Businesses in Central Wellington may welcome the shift as they struggle with fewer customers.
The Government is cracking down on public servants working
* Kiwifruit exports reached $3.1 billion, a 20 percent rise from August 2023.
* Gold kiwifruit exports grew 24 percent, driven by increased quantity sold internationally.
* Green kiwifruit exports saw nearly 10 percent growth, due to rising prices.
Kiwifruit exports from New Zealand reached an all-time high of $3.1 billion
Local businesses and industries need to be front and centre in conversations about how regions plan to grow their economies, Regional Development Shane Jones says.
The nationwide series of summits aims to facilitate conversations about regional economic growth and opportunities to drive productivity, prosperity and resilience through the Coalition Government’
* Contact Energy proposes a $2.3-billion merger, acquiring electricity generator Manawa Energy.
* Manawa shareholders would own approximately 18.5 percent of Contact shares post-merger completion.
* The deal is subject to Commerce Commission, High Court, and shareholder approvals.
Contact Energy has announced plans to acquire fellow power company Manawa Energy in
* Invercargill Malayalees Association hosts successful Mega Thiruvathira event at Invercargill Central.
* Traditional Kerala dance, Thiruvathira, captivates audience with its cultural richness and graceful performance.
* IMA expresses gratitude to performers and community for supporting the cultural showcase.
The Invercargill Malayalees Association (IMA) hosted the highly successful Mega Thiruvathira event on 15th
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