1:25 Farmers hang ten
Eight years ago, an idea was hatched in Gisborne to help address the worrying number of those in the rural sector facing mental health issues.
The idea? To get farmers off the farm and out surfing. Now the Surfing for Farmers programme is in 25 beaches across the country and about to kick off again for the summer season.
The man who started it all is Stephen Thomson.
Surfing For Farmers encourages farmers to take a break and enjoy fresh air, exercise, and connection. Photo: Surfing for Farmers
