Latest from WC - Opinion

Nicky Rennie: Grief is complex and there is no textbook
OPINION: Dad and I will now forever share a special bond.

Gareth Carter: Growing strawberries at home
Plant strawberries in late autumn for the best fruit yields.

Opinion: Doctor's blunt advice adds humour to medical visit
To have someone of the medical profession lay that one on me was a bit of a surprise.

Editorial: Honours list showcases Kiwi excellence on national stage
OPINION: BMX champion Sarah Walker is among the recognisable names on the list.

Gareth Carter: Why winter is the perfect time to plant roses
King's Birthday marks the arrival of new season roses.

Shelley Loader: Why success is more than money and career
OPINION: Success varies by individual, often balancing career, community, and creativity.

Kevin Page: Misstep in recovery journey brings unexpected challenge
OPINION: A local resident thanked us for providing the afternoon's entertainment.

From blooms to berries: Brightening your winter garden
Comment: Cyclamen thrive in winter, offering bright colours in shady spots.

Nicky Rennie: Frugal friends changed my perspective on spending
OPINION: 'Now I can make my fortune simply by listening to them.'

Opinion: Why hospital staff deserve our gratitude
Comment: Life gets put in perspective when you spend time in hospital.

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.

Opinion: The collaboration challenge facing NZ's community services
Opinion: The survivor hui showed successful collaboration despite limited resources.

Nicky Rennie: Taking selfies with Pope's body crosses a line
OPINION: I'm horrified by the behaviour of some people paying respects to Pope Francis.

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.

Nicky Rennie: Navigating the ups and downs of modern dating
OPINION: The unanimous chorus from friends has been to give dating another try.

Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting citrus in your garden
Opinion: Gareth Carter's top tips for growing citrus.

Comment: When anaesthesia leads to unexpected hilarity
Kevin Page shares some tall tales ahead of his hip replacement surgery.