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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.

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October 29 · 25 min
The grass-fed advantage; a vision for NZ beef - Richard Scholefield
Dom talks with Richard Scholefield, Chair of the Eastern North Island Beef + Lamb NZ Farmer Council, about the role of the council, his time chairing the Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and where he sees the future opportunities for NZ beef farmers. 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
October 29 · 15 min
Decompression dreams; the remarkable story of Kiwi EcoNet - Grant Lightfoot
Dom talks with Grant Lightfoot, founder and inventor of Kiwi Econet, the world's first edible, natural fibre bale netting. They discuss his original idea for the product, the reaction of farmers from NZ and overseas and his other occupations, including farming, hunting, commercial diving, logging and working on oil rigs. 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
October 29 · 43 min
REX Oct 30 - Grant Lightfoot and Richard Scholefield
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Grant Lightfoot, founder and inventor of Kiwi Econet, the world's first edible, natural fibre bale netting. They discuss his original idea for the product, the reaction of farmers from NZ and overseas and his other occupations, including farming, hunting, commercial diving, logging and working on oil rigs... And he talks with Richard Scholefield, Chair of the Eastern North Island Beef + Lamb NZ Farmer Council, about the role of the council, his time chairing the Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and where he sees the future opportunities for NZ beef farmers. 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
October 28 · 21 min
Bespoke backcountry venture - Jono & Laura McIntyre
Dom talks with Jono and Laura McIntyre, founders and hosts of Beyond the Station Gate, an exclusive, high-country tourism venture. They discuss the idea behind the bespoke business, the concept of customised experiences with no fixed packages and how their respective backgrounds have enabled them to offer tailored private access to authentic NZ station life. 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.
October 28 · 10 min
Mud, marshals & mayhem; the 2026 Hunterville Shemozzle - Cam Bunn
Dom talks with Cam Bunn, Chair of the Hunterville Huntaway Festival Committee, about this year's event (Sat, Oct 31). They discuss preparations for the famous Shepherds' Shemozzle race, the call for a few more volunteers to act as race marshals and what people can expect at the 2026 event. 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.
October 28 · 46 min
REX Oct 29 - Anthony Mildren, Jono & Laura McIntyre and Cam Bunn
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Anthony Mildren, team manager for the NZ Timbersports team, about the world championships this weekend in Germany. They discuss the chances of Shane Jordan being able to emulate the performance of his younger brother Jack last year and bring home another world title, how the four-strong Kiwi contingent is shaping up ahead of the teams event and having to deal with all the team's gear being held up at German customs... He talks with Jono and Laura McIntyre, founders and hosts of Beyond the Station Gate, an exclusive, high-country tourism venture. They discuss the idea behind the bespoke business, the concept of customised experiences with no fixed packages and how their respective backgrounds have enabled them to offer tailored private access to authentic NZ station life... And he talks with Cam Bunn, Chair of the Hunterville Huntaway Festival Committee, about this year's event (Sat, Oct 31). They discuss preparations for the famous Shepherds' Shemozzle race, the call for a few more volunteers to act as race marshals and what people can expect at the 2026 event. 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.
October 28 · 12 min
Customs chaos & championship dreams; NZ axemen in Germany - Anthony Mildren
Dom talks with Anthony Mildren, team manager for the NZ Timbersports team, about the world championships this weekend in Germany. They discuss the chances of Shane Jordan being able to emulate the performance of his younger brother Jack last year and bring home another world title, how the four-strong Kiwi contingent is shaping up ahead of the teams event and having to deal with all the team's gear being held up at German customs. 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.
October 27 · 19 min
The e-Shepherd effect - Tim Fairweather
Jo Grigg talks with Glenalvon sheep & beef farmer Tim Fairweather about planning and managing his beef cattle rotation using e-Shepherd. They discuss how having the ability to drop the mob size has skyrocketed production and how he could keep farming with an injured knee. 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.
October 27 · 20 min
The evolution of NZ venison - Doug Maxwell
Dom talks with renowned helicopter pilot and deer hunter Doug Maxwell. They discuss his latest venture, Southern Wild Game, a year after its inception, his role as a central figure in the history of NZ's commercial venison harvesting and pest control, and his thoughts on managing wild animal populations. 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.
October 27 · 42 min
REX Oct 28 - Doug Maxwell and Tim Fairweather
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with renowned helicopter pilot and deer hunter Doug Maxwell. They discuss his latest venture, Southern Wild Game, a year after its inception, his role as a central figure in the history of NZ's commercial venison harvesting and pest control, and his thoughts on managing wild animal populations... And Jo Grigg talks with Glenalvon sheep & beef farmer Tim Fairweather about planning and managing his Hawke's Bay beef cattle rotation using e-Shepherd. They discuss how having the ability to drop the mob size has skyrocketed production and how he could keep farming with an injured knee. 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.
October 26 · 15 min
Forestry, farming & polls - Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
Dom talks with Ikaroa-Rāwhiti MP Cushla Tangaere-Manuel about the major issues in the electorate heading into the general election, including forestry and failing roads. They also discuss the ETS, her first term as an MP and a comfortable lead in the polls. 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.
October 26 · 26 min
The Chardonnay crusade; are we seeing a resurgence? - Jeremy McKenzie
Dom talks with Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie about his quest to lift the profile of NZ Chardonnay, the rise in popularity of the variety and mentoring the next generation of NZ winemaking talent. 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.
October 26 · 44 min
REX Oct 27 - Jeremy McKenzie and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie about his quest to lift the profile of NZ Chardonnay, the rise in popularity of the variety and mentoring the next generation of NZ winemaking talent... And he talks with Ikaroa-Rāwhiti MP Cushla Tangaere-Manuel about the major issues in the electorate heading into the general election, including forestry and failing roads. They also discuss the ETS, her first term as an MP and a comfortable lead in the polls. 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.
October 25 · 22 min
REX Recommends - Chanelle O'Sullivan
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volatility of global markets. 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.
October 24 · 27 min
REX Recommends - Joe Blakiston
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Joe Blakiston, Tasman Sales Manager for PGG Wrightson Real Estate, about his 43 years with PGG Wrightson, as the company celebrates its 175th anniversary. From office boy to stock agent to real estate broker, they discuss his mentors, including Jimmy Balfour, Peter Walsh and Denis Hazlett, his role as a part-time auctioneer, his community and fundraising efforts, including for Ranui House, his daughter Lucy's fame and his current role coaching rugby referees. 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.
October 23 · 17 min
REX Recommends - Will Jennings
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Will Jennings, Rodeo NZ Animal Welfare Spokesperson, about the proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos and the implications for the NZ rodeo circuit, as well as other equine sports and animal husbandry. 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.
October 22 · 22 min
Breaking Ground on the future of NZ farming - Chanelle O'Sullivan
Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volatility of global markets. 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.
October 22 · 15 min
Protecting the premium; why calm sheep handling is good business - Rachel Shearer
Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake of the training programme, why it's important for the industry to invest in it and the current state of the wool industry. 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.
October 22 · 41 min
REX Oct 23 - Rachel Shearer and Chanelle O'Sullivan
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake of the training programme, why it's important for the industry to invest in it and the current state of the wool industry... And he talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volatility of global markets. 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.
October 21 · 7 min
What's lurking in your crops? - Gerrard Pile
Dom talks with Farmlands Agronomist Gerrard Pile about pests and crop disease as summer approaches, the challenges with varied weather patterns around the country and what people need to be looking out for at this time of year. 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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