Southland News & Events

Rural Riders all go for the 2024-2025 Season

2024-25 locations are here. Absolutely stoked to see this initiative heading into its fourth season. Starting November.

November 15, 2024 0 Comments

Surfing for Farmers - Take the Beach Back to the Paddock - 2024/2025 Season

Rural New Zealanders know how important it is to take a well-earned break from life on the farm, and Surfing for Farmers is all about building a strong community around that idea. Now in its...

November 15, 2024 0 Comments

Getting through this Dry Period

We all know dry spells and droughts can be long and relentless. Now is the time to seek help and plan for the next few months. There are a range of options available to support you...

May 2, 2024 0 Comments

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀

We know it’s incredibly tough right now with large parts of the country currently farming through drought conditions and feed shortages.

April 9, 2024 0 Comments

New events announced for "Checking-in" rural recovery project in the North Island

Several new ‘Checking-in’ events to support North Island rural communities impacted by last year’s adverse weather events have been announced for 2024.

February 12, 2024 0 Comments

Support package for growers, farmers and businesses affected by North Island weather events

The package will be available to businesses in Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Tairāwhiti, Hawke's Bay, Tararua, and Wairarapa.

July 4, 2023 0 Comments

Cyclone Gabrielle - Farmer and Grower Recovery Grants 2023

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has $51 million to help farmers and growers, including whenua Māori owners, to recover from Cyclone Gabrielle. This funding is intended to assist farmers...

March 18, 2023 0 Comments

Ballance Donates $1 million to Rural Support Trust

Ballance will work with the Rural Support Trust, a national organisation run by a team of 350 people – rural people supporting rural people. The Trust has the reach and services to help with...

February 28, 2023 0 Comments

Rural Support Trust National Office - Givealittle Page is open for donations

February 23, 2023 0 Comments

Focus on the clean-up, not tax deadlines

IRD is telling cyclone-impacted farmers to focus on the clean-up, not tax deadlines. “You do not need to call us right now,” Rata Kamau, of IRD’s Small and Medium Enterprises...

February 23, 2023 0 Comments

Further support announced for those significantly affected by Cyclone Gabrielle

The Government is providing $25 million for recovery grants to help undertake urgent work, including fencing, and clearing silt to save fruit trees and vines. Applications open tomorrow.

February 23, 2023 0 Comments

Initial recovery mobilisation fund to help farmers and growers hit by Cyclone Gabrielle

The Government is providing an initial $4 million to help farmers, growers, whenua Māori owners and rural communities mobilise and co-ordinate recovery efforts from Cyclone Gabrielle.

February 16, 2023 0 Comments

Upcoming Events

22Nov2024

Wyndham Street Market - Wyndham, Southland

22-Nov-2024 5:00 PM

Wyndham Street Market - Wyndham, Southland

Annaul Street Market with Food, Children's activities, stalls, live music and entertainment.

26Nov2024

Federated Farmers Sharemilking & Contract Milking Workshop - Winton, Southland

26-Nov-2024 10:30 AM

Federated Farmers Sharemilking & Contract Milking Workshop - Winton, Southland

Federated Farmers invite new or existing sharemilkers, contract milkers and farm owners to join us for a free workshop about managing risks in farming.

30Nov2024

Otago/Southland Young Farmers Regional Final - Balfour, Southland

30-Nov-2024 8:00 AM

Otago/Southland Young Farmers Regional Final - Balfour, Southland

1Dec2024

Gore Christmas Market - Gore, Southland

01-Dec-2024 10:00 AM

Gore Christmas Market - Gore, Southland

Diary for the Gore Christmas Market. All money raised will be donated to the Southland Rural Support Trust.

13Dec2024

Southern Dirt Bike 24 hour Farm Bike Challenge - Waimumu, Southland

13-Dec-2024 4:30 PM

Southern Dirt Bike 24 hour Farm Bike Challenge - Waimumu, Southland

Raising awareness for mental health. Proceeds gong to the Southland Rural Support Trust.

7Mar2025

Wānaka A&P Show , Wānaka, Central Otago

07-Mar-2025 12:00 AM

Wānaka A&P Show , Wānaka, Central Otago

Save the Date! Mark your calendars for 7-8 March 2025. We promise another spectacular event filled with fun, excitement, and the wonderful community spirit that makes the Wānaka A&P Show so...

26Mar2025

South Island Agricultural Field Days, Kirwee, Canterbury

26-Mar-2025 8:30 AM

South Island Agricultural Field Days, Kirwee, Canterbury

This is one of the oldest and largest agricultural events in the South Island; going back 70 years, it focuses on opportunities to view machines in their working state and reinforcing the...

3Jul2025

FMG Your Farm of the Year Grand Final - Invercargill, Southland

03-Jul-2025 7:00 AM

FMG Your Farm of the Year Grand Final - Invercargill, Southland

SEASON 57... Let's gooo!
Block out your calendar, plan your trip, and get ready to head to the deep south!

11Feb2026

Southern Field Days - Waimumu (Gore), Southland

11-Feb-2026 8:00 AM

Southern Field Days - Waimumu (Gore), Southland

On show over three days is the latest in rural technology, equipment and ideas from around the world and it will be on display right here in Southland. Drawing in increasingly large crowds and...