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69 days ago

Heirloom Tomatoes, Zucchini and Broadbean Plants at Waikanae Market tomorrow.

Val from Otaki District

It may be wet and windy, but the soil is warming up nicely. Still too early to be planting tomatoes outdoors but we have some nice early varieties suitable for starting out in a greenhouse or veggie pod.
We still have some 'Kimber' Zucchini, which are self-fertile and will set fruit even if the bees are not around to pollinate. Also a selection from our regular Zucchini varieties - 13 in total this year including some interesting new varieties.
Planning to be at the market in spite of the forecast but heavy wind may be a problem.

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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

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In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
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  • 24.7% No
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591 votes