Rob Rattenbury: A truant of some repute
OPINION: I do not remember much about my fourth-form year.
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Gardening: Citrus trees love Whanganui climate
Look out for less common varieties of citrus for your garden.
Rob Rattenbury: Life on Whanganui’s East side
OPINION: We never set out to live in Whanganui East but that is how it turned out.
OPINION: Whanganui the unknown jewel in crown
Rob Rattenbury enjoys the opportunity to highlight Whanganui's stories.
Nicky Rennie: The etiquette of dog-walking
OPINION: There's one place that really isn’t a secret if you are a seasoned dog-walker.
Gardening: Autumn planting for Whanganui
Comment: Looking for ways to stretch the budget further are always welcome.
Opinion: Unexpected delights snapped up at garage sale
The Pages have been helping out with a garage sale.
Rob Rattenbury: New fridge a chance to start afresh
Rob Rattenbury: All was not well with the great white monster.
When wood fire was everything in our homes
OPINION: The wood box in the lounge or living room had to be kept full.
Nicky Rennie: The industry I love is changing
OPINION: I knew from the age of 6 what it was that I wanted to be when I grew up.
The joy of catching up with old friends
OPINION: Rob Rattenbury says laughter is the common denominator when reuniting with mates.
Gareth Carter: Time to plant spring bulbs
Autumn is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs.
Rob Rattenbury: Annoying potholes a symptom of a far bigger issue
OPINION: Big government needs to take responsibility at times.
Comment: Walking a fine line
Nicky Rennie is living with her parents - it can be challenging for them all.
Gareth Carter: Smaller space offers much opportunity to garden
With smaller sections than generations ago, our gardens are changing.
Comment: Why writing is an addiction
Rob Rattenbury writes about writing and writers.
Comment: It's 'sink or swim' time
Nicky Rennie has made a necessary choice after a miserable summer.
Gardening: What to plant in Februrary
With March not too far away it is the season for planting spring bulbs.
Comment: Blooming dilemma for Valentine’s/retirement celebration
Kevin Page has a thorny issue as he considers a surprise for his wife.
Letters: More buses supported
Readers have their say on increased public transport and climate change.
Gareth Carter: Time to recognise the value of trees
Comment: Under a tree becomes the favoured place to put the picnic rug.
Athletics: Cooks Gardens serves up another classic mile
The Cooks Classic drew a large number of entries, including athletes from six countries.
Getting snippy over toenail cutting
OPINION: Trouble is afoot in the Page household.
Comment: Facing life alone without your partner
Rob Rattenbury writes about his friends whose partners have died recently.
Letters: How to make vandals respect others’ work
OPINION: Readers have their say on bus shelter vandalism, AI and more.
Opinion: Never too late for Christmas ham
"I decided to make things a little easier ... and go without."
Language not something to fear - Rob Rattenbury
OPINION: Children are like sponges when it comes to learning languages.
Gareth Carter: Summer is a great time to grow fresh herbs
Warm temperatures combined with moisture are a recipe for good plant growth.
Kevin Page: Decluttering the house is music to my ears
OPINION: Don’t get me wrong. I’m as sentimental as the next bloke. Possibly more so.
Rob Rattenbury: Years seem to be rolling around much quicker
OPINION: I would expect our politics to dominate the news for a while.
Gareth Carter: How to grow avocado trees in Whanganui
Comment: The avocado has been recognised for its health benefits