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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.

Gareth Carter: Team up your herbs for better gardening rewards
COMMENT: Companion planting can improve your herb and vegetable crops.

Nicky Rennie: Find something to be hopeful for
OPINION: A life without hope is a horrible place to be.

Gareth Carter: Avocado varities to consider for your garden
Comment: Planting a range of trees will give fruit at different times of the year.

Comment: Spinning foundations for change
Nicky Rennie writes about a Whanganui man making a monumental life change.

Gareth Carter: Gift ideas for gardeners
Comment: There are many Christmas gift ideas for gardeners or those keen to start.

Nicky Rennie: Marathon event cements family bond
OPINION: 'It gave me hope the human spirit is indomitable.'

Nicky Rennie: Job losses a house of cards for small towns
OPINION: The greatest jewel in Tokoroa's crown was without doubt Kinleith Mill.

Gareth Carter: Lots to do in vege garden in November
Opinion: It's time to plant cold-sensitive summer vegetables.

Comment: Race for avocados strikes bum note
OPINION: Kevin Page is in pursuit of avocados for his beloved.

Backstage Pass: Rehearsals for ‘The Mousetrap’ at Whanganui Amdram
Amdram Theatre’s 150th anniversary year is drawing to a close.

Christopher Finlayson: In appreciation of Archie Taiaroa
OPINION: Christopher Finlayson remembers a wise leader and valued adviser.

Nicky Rennie: Around the bridges with the Walkers of Whanganui
OPINION: At 6am on Sunday, December 1, I will line up for the 3 Bridges Half Marathon Walk

Gareth Carter: Add hedges and edges to your garden
Comment: Low hedges can be used as accent plants.