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Much to do in the garden as Labour Weekend looms
Gareth Carter says it's a busy time for gardeners, whether it's veges or flowers.
There's more to the Ruapehu District than you think
Come hither, come hither: Here we shall see dinosaurs and rockets to the moon.
Gardening: Make the most of your lawn
Gareth Carter's advice for taking your lawn from zero to hero.
'Gardening is not like putting wallpaper up': Gordon Collier on crafting a successful garden
The 88-year-old Taihape garden designer has some tips for first-time growers.
Ruapehu the winner of school holidays ski forecast as Aussies end disastrous season early
Skiers are heading to the slopes for the start of the September holidays. Will the snow?
Gardening: Become your own blueberry-growing specialist
Gareth Carter's top tips for growing blueberries in your garden.
Gardening: Time to plant strawberries
Strawberry plants are in short supply this year.
My Perfect Weekend: Sam Hardy of Hardy Construction shares his ideal weekend
"By the time Saturday sport is finished, it’s 3.30pm."
Snow problem as records fall on magic mountain
Snowfall on Ruapehu is bringing the best skiing conditions for years there.
My Perfect Weekend with Matt Cobb: Coffee, cricket and cheeky pints
He'll be hitting it to all parts on Saturday afternoon.
Gardening: Grow fruit year-round
Gareth Carter provides advice on how to harvest fruit throughout the year.
How your diet can help fight inflammation
Inflammation is a major factor in the link between diet and many health conditions.
My Perfect Weekend: Wen Boylin shares her crafty weekend hobbies
Wen Boylin loves to do bone carving and puppet-making with her sons.
Gardening: Banish those childhood vege horrors
Gareth Carter has tips to grow and enjoy broad beans without having nightmares.
Gardening: Winter roses produce spectacular display
Hellebores are now available in a wide range of colours.
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut
Whiowhio Hut in Palmerston North is Aotearoa's only urban tramping hut.
Gardening: Great year to grow your own spuds
With vital growing areas affected by the weather, now's the time to plant potatoes.
Gardening: Pruning deciduous fruit trees and roses
July is the time to undertake winter pruning.
My Perfect Weekend: Jo Voice shares her favourite cafe spot and packed weekend schedule
"My ideal weekend would begin with sleeping in for as long as I can."
Travel: Paloma Gardens, Moto 71 and pottery a ‘must-see’
Paloma Gardens, unique tourist attraction, lies in the valleys near Fordell, Whanganui
'We love to baffle a crowd': Meet rockers Hans Pucket
Kiwi pop-rockers hit the road on their No Drama Aotearoa tour.
Gardening: Winter cheer for the garden
Gareth Carter recommends winter flowering plants to brighten up your garden.
My Perfect Weekend with Sue Cooke
Artist Sue Cooke's weekends involve a lot of plants and a bit of relaxation.
Architecture award winners include Chateau Tongariro and Whanganui museum exhibition
The Chateau embodied a timeless elegance and was rooted deeply in New Zealand’s heritage.
Gardening: Tips to attract birds
Gareth Carter has advice on how to get native birds into your garden.
Pizza disaster: Why you must read flat-pack instructions
Step 1: Make sure it'll fit through the door.