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In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.
Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.
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Poll: Is street parking fair game?
Some people are frustrated by their neighbours or neighbour's friends parking on the street outside their house. This means they have to park further away themselves.
Do you think it is inconsiderate to park directly outside a neighbour's house on the road? Or do you think street parking is fair game?
Share your thoughts below.

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65.8% Yes, street parks belong to no one
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32% No, it's inconsiderate
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2.2% Other - I'll share below

Akberton High Tea
High Tea at Alberton
The popular high tea service at Alberton in Mt Albert is being held this year on Sunday 30 March and 6 April 2025, at 2pm. Join us to enjoy a traditional tea service served in the atmospheric ballroom or out on the lovely verandah at this much-loved heritage site.
The price includes entry to the house prior to or after the service. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. Book on Eventbrite. www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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