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We must turn the page, together

Solar panels on the roof of Parliament House. Photo: supplied

We must turn the page, together

We’re in 2025, and it’s a brand new year, and yet it all feels rather surreal — as if the pages of a dystopian novel (similar to those I like to read) have suddenly become our reality.

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Joining the dance

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Joining the dance

The cover art for Nadia Reid’s new album has the singer-songwriter still dressed in Dunedin black but contemplating a brighter palette.

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Mini adventure on the doorstep

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Mini adventure on the doorstep

One of the benefits of spending summer in Dunedin’s climate is having the place to yourself.

Something sweet for your Valentine

Something sweet for your Valentine

Penelope Maguire turns to some romantic traditions for inspiration.

Establishing new roots

Peter and Joy Horrell brought many plants from their former Southland garden to create depth to...

Establishing new roots

When a Southland couple moved to North Taieri eight years ago, they didn’t just shift their furniture — they shifted their plants as well. Louise Frampton takes a look around the now well...

Finches a treasured addition to garden

A female Gouldian finch at the Dunedin Botanic Garden aviary. PHOTO: NEALE MCLANACHAN

Finches a treasured addition to garden

With summer happening in fits and starts in Ōtepoti the birds at the aviary are all in the process of moulting, except for our Gouldian finches.

Your garden

Your garden

By now, planting of winter greens broccoli, cauliflowers, silverbeet and celery should be complete.

Naturally stunning

The main road in Flinders Chase National Park.

Naturally stunning

There are not many islands to visit off the South Australian coast, but luckily Kangaroo Island — or KI, as its affectionately known to locals — has you covered in every way, writes...

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