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Greg said he would treasure people making memories at Chester Farm when he departs after 31 years. Photo: GORDON PREECE

‘Life-long’ memories at Chester Farm

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:January 27, 2023
Post category:Rural

Generations of families have been taught by equestrian Greg Jamieson at the place he’s trotted for more than three decades. The owner of Chester Farm in the Maratoto Valley told…

Gavin (Gav) Laurich and Famke van Laren at the Top Notch Macadamias entrance. Photo: SUPPLIED

Cracking macadamias at Patetonga property

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:January 21, 2023
Post category:Rural

Nestled in the hills at Patetonga are more than 1500 macadamia nut trees spread over 8.5 hectares with around 30 sheep keeping the grass low. Famke van Laren and her…

Te Aroha McKain inside her Hikutaia greenhouse, where she grows, harvests, and packages microgreens. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Small greens pack a big punch

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:January 10, 2023
Post category:Rural

A Hikutaia woman on her own health journey has established a side hustle that will provide a more flavoursome and nutrient-rich alternative to salad. Te Aroha McKain has started her…

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