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“How the wood industry saved my life” — from drugs and booze to businessman

Riverton-based sawmill owner Rodney Lonneker gave an inspiring address at a forestry conference in Dunedin last week. Photo: Linda Robertson

Sally RaeBusiness and Rural Editor

Sunday, August 30, 2026

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Rural Life OtherAugust 26

Flood protection controls river flow and reduces water on farms in South Otago

A pipe dream is now a reality in South Otago.

Shawn McAvinue

Flood protection controls river flow and reduces water on farms in South Otago

Flood protection controls river flow and reduces water on farms in South Otago

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Rural Life OtherAugust 26

Rising pest pressure impacting Southern farm incomes

Farmers in Otago and Southland are reducing stocking rates as pest pressure impacts farm income, a survey shows.

Shawn McAvinue

Rising pest pressure impacting Southern farm incomes

Rising pest pressure impacting Southern farm incomes

Rural Life OtherAugust 26

Government to change freshwater farm plan system

The government is making changes to freshwater farm plans.

Government to change freshwater farm plan system

Government to change freshwater farm plan system

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Rural Life OtherAugust 23

Continuing the family transport business a focus for young award winner

Two-generations of the Scully family were recently recognised at the Groundspread NZ annual awards gala.

Sally Rae

Continuing the family transport business a focus for young award winner

Continuing the family transport business a focus for young award winner