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This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.
REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa.
For more rural news and updates, head to www.rexonline.co.nz.
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Dom talks with Rural Women NZ President Sandra Matthews about its ongoing centenary celebrations, the role it plays in the rural community and what's on offer for members. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Jim Aitken, owner of Mahurangi Oysters, about its ongoing battle with Watercare to stop sewage overflow contaminating its oyster crops in the Mahurangi River, how many oyster farmers are struggling to stay in business and what is being done to address the situation. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Jim Aitken, owner of Mahurangi Oysters, about its ongoing battle with Watercare to stop sewage overflow contaminating its oyster crops in the Mahurangi River, how many oyster farmers are struggling to stay in business and what is being done to address the situation... And he talks with Rural Women NZ President Sandra Matthews about its ongoing centenary celebrations, the role it plays in the rural community and what's on offer for members. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with OSPRI CEO Sam McIvor about the next phase of the TB Plan Review, the latest on the NAIT Replacement Project and ironing out the issues with the new Animal Status Declaration forms. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Chatham Islander Tommi Gregory-Hunt and Alister Shennan from Agricademy about the upcoming Chatham Islands Shearing School initiative, what it involves and the importance of hands-on wool harvesting education. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Derek Burchell-Burger, Naki Honey GM of sales and marketing, about the release of its $500,000 two-litre vessels of mānuka honey, the inspiration behind its Eternal Gold limited-edition collection and its recent unveiling at the New Zealand Liberation Museum – Te Arawhata in Le Quesnoy, France. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Derek Burchell-Burger, Naki Honey GM of sales and marketing, about the release of its $500,000 two-litre vessels of mānuka honey, the inspiration behind its Eternal Gold limited-edition collection and its recent unveiling at the New Zealand Liberation Museum – Te Arawhata in Le Quesnoy, France... He talks with Chatham Islander Tommi Gregory-Hunt and Alister Shennan from Agricademy about the upcoming Chatham Islands Shearing School initiative, what it involves and the importance of hands-on wool harvesting education... And he talks with OSPRI CEO Sam McIvor about the next phase of the TB Plan Review, the latest on the NAIT Replacement Project and ironing out the issues with the new Animal Status Declaration forms. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Liz Hayes from Nest Tree Houses about winning the Airbnb NZ Host Awards' Best Design Stay in 2025, how the agritourism operation is incorporated into a working farm in the Hakataramea Valley and possible plans for suture expansion. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Sophie Hurley from Honest Wolf about winning a Deloitte 2025 Fast 50 award, the growth trajectory of the brand since the launch of the original wool shopping bag five years ago and plans for the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Fresh from a trip to China, dairy analyst and farmer Stu Davison joins Julia to share what he saw — from bakery expos and whipping cream trends to how fast-moving consumer habits are reshaping global dairy demand. They discuss what Fonterra’s strategy gets right, why “China speed” matters and how New Zealand needs to listen before leading. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Dominic Emeschajmer, Operations Manager at Motortech 4x4 in Auckland, about how to get more out of your ute, accessories and customisation. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Ian Gardner, the man in charge of this year's Hoof to Hotplate competition at the Amberley A&P Show, about the history of the competition, what it involves and who won. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Steve Pellet from Stanley Estates in Marlborough about building brand new 24-bed 'HomeStar' rated accommodation for vineyard workers, the path that led him from the UK to growing grapes in NZ and his foray into motorsport. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Steve Pellet from Stanley Estates in Marlborough about building brand new 24-bed 'HomeStar' rated accommodation for vineyard workers, the path that led him from the UK to growing grapes in NZ and his foray into motorsport... He talks with Dominic Emeschajmer, Operations Manager at Motortech 4x4 in Auckland, about how to get more out of your ute, accessories and customisation... And he talks with Ian Gardner, the man in charge of this year's Hoof to Hotplate competition at the Amberley A&P Show, about the history of the show, what it involves and who won. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom catches up with Mick Withers form Rural Livestock to recap this week's NZ Young Auctioneers Competition, its close association with the equivalent competition in Australia and getting the good oil on the Melbourne Cup from visiting Australian auctioneer Austin Gerhardy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Paul Bucknell, the new Chair of the NZ Pork Industry board, about his career in the pork industry, the current state of the industry and his involvement in research into meat quality. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with South Canterbury farmer Sara Rowley about her and husband Nick's foray into agritourism with Parimanui Hut, her lifelong love of horses and studying to become a Health Coach. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Paul Bucknell, the new Chair of the NZ Pork Industry board, about his career in the pork industry, the current state of the industry and his involvement in research into meat quality... He talks with South Canterbury farmer Sara Rowley about her and husband Nick's foray into agritourism with Parimanui Hut, her lifelong love of horses and studying to become a Health Coach... And he catches up with Mick Withers form Rural Livestock to recap this week's NZ Young Auctioneers Competition, its close association with the equivalent competition in Australia and getting the good oil on the Melbourne Cup from visiting Australian auctioneer Austin Gerhardy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks catches up with Shane Bird, former NZ farmer turned Life Coach in Sydney. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Sophie Hurley from Honest Wolf about winning a Deloitte 2025 Fast 50 award, the growth trajectory of the brand since the launch of the original wool shopping bag five years ago and plans for the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
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