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Whanganui lifestyle news
Opinion: Why March is crucial for winter vegetable planting
Plant winter veggies now to maximise autumn's warm temperatures.
Gareth Carter: Berries are expensive to buy, easy to grow
Comment: Escaping to your garden is good for the body, mind and soul.
Gareth Carter: Bulbs are like buried treasure for your garden
Comment: Now is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs
Gareth Carter: How to bring your lawn back from the brink
Gareth Carter shares his tips for saving that lawn from the big dry
Gareth Carter: Growing plants in containers
Comment: You can grow almost any plant in a container
Gareth Carter: Time to harvest your summer bounty
Comment: Summer vege gardens are ready for harvest
Gareth Carter: Finding summer shade
Comment: Bason Botanic Gardens on Rapanui Rd has some excellent examples of shade trees
Gareth Carter: How to water your garden in summer
Comment: We are very lucky to have an ample supply of water in Whanganui.
Gareth Carter: Summer’s the time for heat-loving hibiscus
Comment: Summer's intermittent rain has been good for the garden
Gareth Carter: Why the pōhutukawa is perfect for NZ gardens
OPINION: Pōhutukawa trees offer vibrant displays with crimson flowers in summer.
NZ's Best Beach 2025: Which beaches will take on the reigning champ?
The search for New Zealand's best beach returns - vote now!
Three top new residences which won 2024 architecture awards
Outstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.
Gareth Carter: Avocado varities to consider for your garden
Comment: Planting a range of trees will give fruit at different times of the year.
Gareth Carter: Gift ideas for gardeners
Comment: There are many Christmas gift ideas for gardeners or those keen to start.
All Black's legacy lives on at Romney Lane Homestead
Celebrated all Black Sam Strahan called this farm home for much of his life.
Gareth Carter: Lots to do in vege garden in November
Opinion: It's time to plant cold-sensitive summer vegetables.
Ruapehu mayor seeks funding for 'vital' cycle trail
Weston Kirton says the completed cycle trail will boost economic growth and resilience.
Gareth Carter: Add hedges and edges to your garden
Comment: Low hedges can be used as accent plants.
Tractors and wagons and coaches, oh my! Take a horse-drawn trip back in time
Kem Ormond discovers the rich history behind The Coach House Museum in Feilding.
Gareth Carter: Grow an edible paradise
OPINION: Spring is a great time to add to or plant a home orchard.
Gareth Carter: Time to plant summer vegetable, flower seedlings
Comment: It's the most significant weekend in NZ's gardening calendar.
Are you in any of these iconic photos?
The family of Ans Westra are trying to track down the subjects of her work.
Legendary NZ band reunite for 2025 tour
'[The band] was only truly 'super' once the doors opened and the people came in.'
Lifestyle news around NZ
17 of the best fitness stories - expert advice to inspire your long weekend
A round-up of the best fitness advice from the experts to kick the week off well.
Seven signs you’re deficient in vitamin D
Telegraph: Many people aren't getting enough of the ‘sunshine vitamin’.
I’m a brain health expert - here’s why shingles vaccines may fight dementia
The findings could have implications for managing the growing burden of dementia.
Woman gives birth to stranger’s baby after IVF mix-up
The clinic blamed 'human error' for placing the embryo in the wrong woman.
Feijoas and the global snub: why the world just doesn’t get it
Why haven't feijoas gone global like kiwifruit? A look at NZ's favourite fruit obsession.
Prince Harry makes secret visit to Ukraine
The trip came a day after he appeared in a court in London.
More local lifestyle news
Gareth Carter: Traditional time to plant tomatoes
Comment: Labour Weekend is a busy time for gardeners.
Gareth Carter: Fill your garden with the joy of perennials
Comment: Perennials are flowering plants that last a number of years.
The Country Fast Five: 'AI will empower the average farmer'
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Gareth Carter: Time to plant hardy summer vegetables
Comment: Watch out for changeable spring weather conditions though.
Gareth Carter: Lush up your lawn
OPINION: Make the most of your lawn with Gareth Carter's tips.
Gareth Carter: Grow some summer berries
Comment: Gareth Carter has tips on growing strawberries this season.