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These businesses attract visitors but also provide access to the best products and service
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Cost of living - 'Now I'm starting to pay attention'
Comment: A trip to the petrol station gave Rob Rattenbury food for thought.
Letters: On social media; Margaret Bullock bio; Chemo unit
Whanganui Chronicle readers have their say.
Comment: Having a ball in the spotlight of social media
They will post every second to their 'audience' who will be doing the same thing.
Russell Bell: Teamwork is crucial to business success
Without teamwork, humankind would not have achieved the momentous things that it has.
Kevin Page: The problem with getting dressed in the dark
Comment: Many is the time I'd turn up with a jersey on inside out or an odd sock.
Rob Rattenbury: Broadcasting has changed but it's still the same
OPINION: Radio was the only home entertainment in most New Zealand homes until TV.
Letters: A fond farewell from Whanganui Hospital worker
One reader bids farewell to a hospital job of 30 years.
Comment: Staff wellbeing in focus as winter ills loom
Kindness in the workplace now extends to keeping our bugs to ourselves
Letters: Nothing is gained by nursing past grievances
Whanganui readers have their say about recent issues
The bane and the joy of parents: Saturday morning sport
It's the Saturday Morning Sports Run. Most parents will know what that means ...
Manners cost us nothing but make us richer
Anyone who has been taught manners has been brought up to learn respect for others.
Whanganui rugby: Last year's finalists both need a pick-me-up
Both of 2021's finalists have been hurting this season.
Russell Bell: Whanganui business' service a 'shoe-in'
"I can attest to the high quality of workmanship and service."
Letters: Budget gives seniors the cold shoulder
Readers have their say about Budget 2022 and applying the Abraham Accords to Ukraine
Comment: Keyboard bashing after a body beating
Kevin Page throws his body on the line after enjoying a cuppa in the wind
My Perfect Weekend: Dr Josephine Miles
Dr Josephine Miles shares her favourite places to take her toddler.
Letters: Dredging the river, and a recycling lesson from Wellington
One reader makes the case dredging the river would avoid or reduce future flooding.
Sarjeant happenings: Ian McGowan - a dedicated community man
Ian McGowan worked to establish Members of the Sarjeant Gallery in 2006.
Special memories of whānau and a different New Zealand
Rob Rattenbury reflects on his early years and a different New Zealand.
Comment: Lessons from the mum-and-dad driving school
Nicky Rennie takes on the challenge of teaching her daughter to drive.
Letters: A salute to Ross Mitchell-Anyon
Readers also write about youth crime, the caring community and bird predators.
Comment: Clear head leads to more work energy
Having something to look forward to energises and brings new ideas, Russell Bell writes
Household's latest fad has dramatic consequences
Mrs P may be regretting her doggy diet decision.
Rob Rattenbury: Pākehā need to be trusted with referendum on He Puapua
OPINION: We need a referendum on He Puapua, because progress depends on public support.
Rachel Keedwell: 'Horizons is hugely supportive of Te Awa Tupua'
'Horizons is hugely supportive of Te Awa Tupua.'
Letters: Why the pension is not enough
Readers have their say on the pension and New Zealand's inflation rate
Comment: It feels great (and fits) to support a local retailer
A local business which excels at service is good for our economy, writes Russell Bell
Letters: Why was there no Anzac dawn service in Whanganui?
Readers have their say on Anzac Day, Chris Luxon and a thanks to Whanganui.
Rob Rattenbury: Why school days are the best days of your life
There are several periods in life that could be termed "the best days of your life".
Comment: The inflation debate and why both sides are wrong and right
All eyes are on the May's Budget to see how it tackles inflation, writes Russell Bell.
Letters: give enough space to share mental health experiences
Readers have their say on Great Minds, Elon Musk and Anzac Day
Kevin Page: Feeling pumped after my counselling stint at the servo
Kevin Page takes on an interesting new role while hanging out at a service station
Rob Rattenbury: 107 years ago today, Lest We Forget
'I have never attended Dawn Parade. Families did not do this when I was small.'