Rural life
Covering farming, rural business and the innovations shaping life on the land.
Got a yarn? We’d love to hear it.
This is a key section of District Life, focused on farming, rural business and innovation across the district. It’s a place for practical experience, informed opinion and the conversations that matter to life on the land.
We’re keen to hear from farmers and rural experts who want to contribute to our rural conversation.
If you’ve got a story, project or perspective to share, we’d love to hear from you
Lead the rural conversation
We’re looking for a founding advertising partner to help lead the rural conversation on District Life.
This is a chance to be front of mind with a rural audience across the central South Island, while backing trusted, independent storytelling about farming, innovation and rural leadership.
This opportunity suits a business that wants to:
Reach a highly engaged rural audience and stay top of mind.
Support independent rural journalism and positive rural stories.
Help direct District Life content around farming, innovation and leadership in the rural sector.
The founding partner will receive a heavily discounted advertising package, including exclusive naming rights to this section of District Life.