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It’s never too early to understand suicide prevention

It’s never too early to understand suicide prevention

For each man who takes his own life, over one hundred people around him are directly impacted. So we can play a part: check in on your mates if and when signs of poor mental health appear.

September 10, 2023 0 Comments
Rural Professionals Breakfast provides an opportunity to hear from leading experts

Rural Professionals Breakfast provides an opportunity to hear from leading experts

A recent breakfast for rural professionals gave those driving in farm and orchard gates a chance to learn from leading experts about business continuity amidst adverse events and starting conversations with farmers who may be struggling and need someone to talk to. 

August 4, 2023 0 Comments
Asking for help shouldn’t be the hardest thing we do in life, says Otago Federated Farmers' Luke Kane.

Asking for help shouldn’t be the hardest thing we do in life, says Otago Federated Farmers' Luke Kane.

Rural Life story - 23 November 2022

Luke Kane shares what it is like dealing with losing a family member to suicide.

November 23, 2022 0 Comments

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"More Than Just A Farmer"

"More Than Just A Farmer"

December 23, 2024 0 Comments
Rural Riders all go for the 2024-2025 Season

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

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 eighth season, the program gives farmers a chance to step away from their daily routines and
enjoy some much-needed relaxation.

November 15, 2024 0 Comments
Outward Bound Anakiwa

Outward Bound Anakiwa

November 1, 2024 0 Comments
The Big Wet - Dealing with the endless Southland Wet!

The Big Wet - Dealing with the endless Southland Wet!

October 18, 2024 0 Comments
Extra Government support for farmers and growers in Southland and parts of Otago.

Extra Government support for farmers and growers in Southland and parts of Otago.

Agriculture Minister Todd McClay MP, and Rural Communities Minister
October 4, 2024 0 Comments
Banks Increase Funding to Support Farmers in Need

Banks Increase Funding to Support Farmers in Need

Banks are stepping up to fully fund the Farm Business Advice Fund for farmers who are under considerable business pressure, as well as continuing their sponsorship of the National Rural Support Trust.
Rural Women's Mental Health Podcast Series with Ag in Conversation

Rural Women's Mental Health Podcast Series with Ag in Conversation

Ag in Conversation are excited to launch a podcast series focused on Rural Women’s Mental Health. 

Life After Death – A Brief Look at Estate Administrartion

Life After Death – A Brief Look at Estate Administrartion

We spend our lives growing our wealth and building our “empire”. But what happens to it when we die? We receive phone calls daily asking, “my loved one passed away, now what”.

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