After reading the submission, the judge noted there was a file reference on the front page of the submission which left him somewhat bemused – it read: “time wasters and wankers”. The result of court’s decision is still pending.
-
font size
decrease font size
increase font size
THE HOUND hears that a ‘rural’ submitter to a recent Environment Court hearing accidently let his strong feelings be known about a fellow submitter.
Popular Reads
Synlait offloads North Island assets to Abbott for $307m
Listed milk processor Synlait is selling its North Island assets to global healthcare company Abbott for $307 million.Bold taste wins gold medal
Alliance Group's Pure South Handpicked 55 Day Aged Beef has been recognised on the world stage, securing top honours at the…Disc mower range gets upgrade
Kuhn has announced an expansion of its range of disc mowers, distributed by Norwood in New Zealand, with the addition…Pamu and LIC to launch Synergizer
The first calves of a new crossbred dairy-beef offering are now on the ground at a Pamu (Landcorp) farm near…Featured
Fonterra’s $3.2b capital return to farmers set to boost rural incomes and NZ economy
According to ASB, Fonterra's plan to sell it's Anchor and Mainlands brands could inject $4.5 billion in additional spending into the economy.
$2b boost in NZ exports to EU
New Zealand’s trade with the European Union has jumped $2 billion since a free trade deal entered into force in May last year.
US tariffs hit European ag machinery markets
The climate of uncertainty and market fragmentation that currently characterises the global economy suggests that many of the European agricultural machinery manufacturers will be looking for new markets.
Tributes paid to Jim Bolger
Dignitaries from all walks of life – the governor general, politicians past and present, Maoridom- including the Maori Queen, church leaders, the primary sector and family and friends packed Our Lady of Kapiti’s Catholic church in Paraparaumu on Thursday October 23 to pay tribute to former prime Minister, Jim Bolger who died last week.
Todd McClay urges farmers to prioritise safety amid storm
Agriculture and Forestry Minister, Todd McClay is encouraging farmers, growers, and foresters not to take unnecessary risks, asking that they heed weather warnings today.
Time for a viable dairy-beef system - RaboResearch
With nearly two million underutilised dairy calves born annually and the beef price outlook strong, New Zealand’s opportunity to build a scalable dairy-beef system is now.
National
Royal A&P Show Returns to Canterbury: Record livestock entries and renewed prestige
The Royal A&P Show of New Zealand, hosted by the Canterbury A&P Association, is back next month, bigger and better…
Farmers Lead Sustainability Push: Woodchip bioreactor cuts nitrate runoff in Manawatu
Claims that farmers are polluters of waterways and aquifers and 'don't care' still ring out from environmental groups and individuals.…MPI’s Diana Reaich: Building global trade relationships
Relationships are key to opening new trading opportunities and dealing with some of the rules that countries impose that impede…Silver Fern Farms roadshow highlights global demand
The second event in the Silver Fern Farms ‘Pasture to Plate Roadshow’ landed in Feilding last week, headed by chair…JV brings powerful competitive edge - Dawn Meats
Dawn Meats chief executive Niall Browne says their joint venture with Alliance Group will create “a dynamic industry competitor”.Machinery & Products
Case IH's expanded Optum Series shorter, lighter and faster
Currently available in New Zealand in 250, 270, 300 and 400 horsepower options, Case IH’s Optum Series is being readied…
Kubota to start field testing robotic tractor
Kubota has announced plans to start field testing the autonomous hydrogen powered fuel cell tractor it recently unveiled at Expo…New player set to enter SP Mower market
While the Krone Big M has set the standard for many years, sources close to Rural News, with an ear…US tariffs hit European ag machinery markets
The climate of uncertainty and market fragmentation that currently characterises the global economy suggests that many of the European agricultural…Claas unveils next-generation large square baler concept ahead of Agritechnica 2025
Innovation awards at international agricultural events are always on the wishlist of manufacturers.» Latest Print Issues Online
The Hound
Red faced
OPINION: The Greens have taken the high moral ground on the Palestine issue and been leading political agitators in related…
Cold comfort
One of the most galling aspects of the tariffs whacked on our farm exports to the US is the fact…
» Connect with Rural News
» eNewsletter
