Rural Sports
A recap after shearing my way around the world
Two-time world champion speed-shearer Jack Fagan shares his reflections after six months of wielding the shears internationally.
Surf’s up in Raglan as farmers catch a wave
Surfing for Farmers gets folk out on the water after a tough year on farm.
Schools to race their fadge, and more, at rural sports day
Agri Futures Clash of the Colleges to take centre stage at the NZ Agricultural Show.
Walk on the rewild side with a Topp angler
Dame Lynda teams up with Fish & Game to get Kiwis hunting and fishing.
Determined NZ sheep dog trial team heading to Wayleggo
Squad of newcomers looking to reclaim Cup after last year’s defeat.
Rural towns pass the footy for mental health
New charity rugby match is set to go ahead in the small town of Halcombe to raise spirits and funds for mental health.
Poole makes a splash on the biggest stage
Emma Poole breaks through the grass ceiling to win the FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest.
Young farmers get practical on first day of final
Seven finalists battle it out to become the young farmers of the year.
Manawatū athlete lost a limb, but not her fighting spirit
Sharon ‘Shaz’ Dagg is evidence that out of adversity come opportunity and inspiration.
Rural sporting heroes recognised at Norwood awards
Timbersports legend Jack Jordan takes top honours.
61st Golden shears underway for the first time since 2021
Iconic Golden Shears back for its 61st run after two-year hiatus.
Finalists announced for Norwood NZ Rural Sports Awards
Top rural athletes rock a range of sports.
New award as rural sports nominations open
Future Post Rural Sportsperson with a Disability to be awarded for first time.