Our People, Our Country

The Pork Board would have been delighted at the generosity of the serving, and the dishing of baby carrots must have represented close to 10 per cent of Ohakune's winter juvenile crop, though some of them looked too small to be parted from their mothers j

Isn't it strange we think as we get older we have life all planned out for our retirement.

Here's a sample of the latest tips we have received and some questions for the frugal community.

Throughout our trip, I had carried a large book about New Zealand's landscape, art and culture to leave with them.

It's been too long since we have reminded readers abut the pleasures of local markets.

"Cute" was the verdict of our 3 granddaughters ( aged 8, 11 and 13) .

Retired is being twice tired, I've thought. First tired of working, then tired of not. ~Richard Armour

Another month year is about to come to an end, which means oily rag households will be getting busy planning for the special day.

We all know what you buy at the supermarket has a major influence on your household budget, but according to the annual price survey released by Consumer, where you buy also makes a big difference.

I saw a thrush having lunch the other day.