Rob Rattenbury: Years seem to be rolling around much quicker
OPINION: I would expect our politics to dominate the news for a while.
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Gareth Carter: How to grow avocado trees in Whanganui
Comment: The avocado has been recognised for its health benefits
One wedding, so many disasters
Kevin Page finds the road to wedded bliss is paved with challenges.
Christmas all about family and fun
Rob Rattenbury looks forward to a family-focused Christmas Day.
Nicky Rennie: 3 Bridges Marathon shows off Whanganui
Comment: I felt quite emotional at times amid the scenes of family support at the finish.
Rob Rattenbury: Times have changed but fish n' chips are still for me
What's your favourite takeaway?
Letters: Why council’s climate funding is something to be proud of
Readers have their say on climate funding and a Treaty conversation.
Kevin Page: Not much more important than a great hairdo
OPINION: What's more important that the formation of a new government?
Comment: 'Ordinary life' impossible for many
Opinion: Rob Rattenbury reflects on how times have changed for families.
Rob Rattenbury: A sleepy hamlet and a beautiful lake
OPINION: "Everywhere one looks in Whanganui, one sees history".
‘I nearly got arrested the other day for a sausage roll’
Comment: You can't beat your body
Gardening: What to plant in Whanganui in November
Comment: Now is a great time to make plantings of cold-sensitive vegetables
Kevin Page: Caravan purchase a weighty problem
Kevin Page makes no apologies for being the "gunner".
Comment: Plenty to buzz about in the backyard
Rob Rattenbury is enjoying the seasons and visitors to his garden.
Comment: I never thought I’d see the day when I felt sorry for Wayne Barnes
There should be a statute of limitations for how far back video referees can go.
Giant Biker Dude saves the day
OPINION: Kevin Page encounters some goings-on at the petrol pump.
Rob Rattenbury on Israel-Hamas war: I'm worried about where this will end this time
'The history of both sides is tragic, to say the least.'
Jay Rerekura: We shouldn’t feel guilty for enjoying sports despite the world’s troubles
Jay Rerekura: Here we are organising our snacks and drinks for the early morning lead-up
Fill your garden with the joy of perennials
Perennial plants repeat their cycle year after year gradually increasing in size.
Rob Rattenbury: Every politician has their day
OPINION: Politicians come and go, they have their moments in the sun then usually fade.
Comment: Qualifying as a member of the 'squeezed middle'
Nicky feels like Jack Nicholson in The Shining. “I’m back!”
Oarsome News: Rates prominent on council's radar
OPINION: Councillor's comment on Whanganui District Council and community news.
Rob Rattenbury: Remembering when we were all joggers
OPINION: The streets were filled with people running here, there and everywhere.
Could a connection with taiao counter the cost of living?
OPINION: Raukotahi is a concept that acknowledges all those who have gone before us.
Comment: Smashed avocado on menu after shopping trip
Kevin Page has been causing chaos in the supermarket.
Comment: Police Remembrance Day a big deal
Former police officer Rob Rattenbury reflects on Police Remembrance Day.
Letters: Too much anger in national politics
Readers have their say on national politics, leaders who are never wrong and more.
Comment: I’m happy to say I voted on the first day it opened
The voting conversation is always a tricky one, writes Nicky Rennie.
Rob Rattenbury: Participating in the election not to be taken for granted
OPINION: We all know change can take forever, even in our little democracy.
Comment: Character counts this election
Jay Rerekura is more interested in candidates' characters than party policies.
Kevin Page: Dancing on my own... or so I thought
OPINION: To say we both got a surprise is a bit of an understatement.
Rob Rattenbury: Schools entrench strong networks
OPINION: We knew all the stories, the jokes, the traditions.
Comment: Telling stories hard art to master
Rob Rattenbury is trying his hand at writing fiction - but it's not smooth sailing.
Comment: Breaking up is hard to do
Kevin Page dishes up his latest domestic disaster.