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Whanganui lifestyle news
Top picks for thriving gardens in dry conditions
OPINION: Now is a great time to make new shrub and tree plantings.
Opinion: Your guide to planting a productive winter garden
Broccoli planted now will be ready in August, cauliflowers in September.
Opinion: Why camellias are the star of your autumn garden
Comment: Early flowering camellias are popular for hedges and patio areas.
Gareth Carter: Choosing the best small hedges for your home garden
Buxus is a classic hedge, but buxus blight makes it challenging to grow.
Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting colourful gardens
OPINION: Pansies thrive in cooler seasons but dislike hot summer sun.
Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting citrus in your garden
Opinion: Gareth Carter's top tips for growing citrus.
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!
Gareth Carter: Team up your herbs for better gardening rewards
COMMENT: Companion planting can improve your herb and vegetable crops.
Gareth Carter’s holiday season gardening tips
Comment: There is always something to do in the garden.
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.
Lifestyle news around NZ
How pickle lemonade took over the group chat
NY Times: The sweet-tart drink, with cousins around the world, elicits strong opinions.
Mamamia's Holly Wainwright on why she wants to celebrate midlife – and talk about more than hormones
The popular podcast host and author joins The Little Things for a wide-ranging chat.
How one man's passion for tradition and giant kūmara is empowering Northland youth
Malcolm Wano and Kiahara Takareki Trust in Moerewa want to inspire young people.
Designer Caitlin Crisp on motherhood and career success: 'It's a whole new book!'
The Kiwi style queen opens up about her difficult journey to motherhood.
Why this weekend is perfect for exploring Auckland's vibrant events
Pry yourself from the clutches of your couch and explore Tāmaki Makaurau.
Jalapeño wine delights TikTok but confuses bartenders
New York Times: Likened to spicy margaritas, jalapeño wine is having a moment.
More local lifestyle news
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.