What would you like to see in Nelson's Pocket Park?
The Pocket Park on Bridge St was once a thriving hub for food carts. Now, it's looking a little tired. How do you think this inner city space could be used?
Last call for entries to our Resene Shed of the Year 2025!
Take a look at Paul Bates' "surprisingly roomy" Tardis-inspired shed which took out our 2023 title, and if you reckon your shed is right up there, well, you could be in the running to win a robot lawnmower, Resene vouchers and a subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to 5 high-quality photos to Resene Shed of the Year 2025, NZ Gardener PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142. Or email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2025.
Creative Backyard Builds
Some would say the backyard is evidence of my scavenging heritage, I prefer to call it recycling or repurposing.Broken concrete and ornaments abound, pallets take on a new lease of life as do fishing net weights. Op shop finds become treasures, timber from the dump a potting shed,
The garden is my place of solace and joy.
Bev and John’s summer motorhome adventures
Bev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether it’s overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans closer to home - with their beloved Cavoodle, Skye, always in tow.
“We’ve done all the overseas trips we wanted to do,” says Bev. “Now, it’s all about enjoying what’s on our doorstep.”
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