Rural News

It was announced this morning that 50 general practice vets will be allowed to enter the country - to fill acute skills shortages - including in isolated rural practices. Audio

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The Climate Change Comission has set out its final plan for how the country can cut emissions. Audio

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Seeka says it's scrambling to find workers to get the final ten percent of its fruit off the vine. Audio

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Fencing contractors are being inundated with calls as Canterbury farmers start the process of fixing the damage caused by this week's floods. Audio

A big job ahead - but offers of help flood stricken Canterbury farmers have been pouring in - with volunteers already on the ground working to clear debris. Audio

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Farmers in the Lees Valley in North Canterbury and up the Rakaia Gorge remain cut off - after the heavy rain caused significant damage to their access roads. Audio