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Dogs of Topflite: introducing our good boys and girls
November 21, 2023
Meet the Topflite Hounds. Learn about their likes, loathes, and most importantly, which Hound treat gets them doing what they're told...

From seed to feed: The story of the Topflite sunflowers
November 17, 2023
Since 1970s the Topflite sunflowers have surprised and delighted those passing through Weston and Kakanui. Here’s the backstory of our little yellow heroes.

A soaring success at Waitaki Geopark
November 17, 2023

Green is the new Black
November 16, 2023

Want to get chickens? Here's what to expect.
October 19, 2023

Our top five picks for Bird of the Century
October 17, 2023
In 2023 we will not vote for Bird of the Year. Oh no, this year we elect a Bird of the Century. The big event marks the 100-year anniversary of Forest and Bird and an opportunity to (kind of) bring one species back from extinction.

Trick or Treat? What's really in those dog snacks?
October 13, 2023
Health conscious shoppers are accustomed to turning packets over in the supermarket and checking for unrecognisable and often unreadable names, indicating nasty preservatives and additives. Dog owners should do the same.

Our favourite garden bloggers to follow
September 22, 2023