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Opinion: Why March is crucial for winter vegetable planting
Plant winter veggies now to maximise autumn's warm temperatures.

Kevin Page: Beloved family dog leaves lasting memories
Despite losing a leg, George remained a brave and loving companion.

Shelley Loader: What Whanganui people love about their community
OPINION: Social problems are increasing but the solution is free

Nicky Rennie: I’m kicking melancholy to touch
OPINION: 'I have such a strong connection to wherever I’ve lived.'

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

Opinion: What we are not getting right about homelessness
OPINION: Nothing is to be gained by appointing blame.

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

Nicky Rennie: Watching the Super Bowl for the first time
OPINION: 'I’ll have the All Blacks any day.'

Gareth Carter: Time to harvest your summer bounty
Comment: Summer vege gardens are ready for harvest

Nicky Rennie: I found contentment in the garden
OPINION: In this economic climate, we have to think outside the square.

Gareth Carter: How to grow succulents
Comment: Summer temperatures are excellent for seeing growth of drought-hardy plants

Comment: From temptation to regret
A $7 pie stirred a three-day battle of wills for Kevin Page.

Gareth Carter: Finding summer shade
Comment: Bason Botanic Gardens on Rapanui Rd has some excellent examples of shade trees

Kevin Page: A dog walk on the wild side
OPINION: There are nice folk and then there are these people.

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

Opinion: Why Facebook’s personal posts matter more than ever
Nicky Rennie values Facebook for sharing personal moments and connecting with family.

Gareth Carter: Why the pōhutukawa is perfect for NZ gardens
OPINION: Pōhutukawa trees offer vibrant displays with crimson flowers in summer.