Conservation Comment: Wild, winding and wandering weeds
9 May, 2021 10:39 PM
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Clematis vitalba (old man s beard) is an invasive pest. Photo / Getty Images
Wanganui Midweek
Many plants were introduced to New Zealand for their beautiful flowers, leaves or seeds. Unfortunately many became weeds and Whanganui has lots. They are not just unsightly; some of them can topple large trees.
Most of our gullies and parks have severe weed infestations. Community groups in some cities have adopted gullies and transformed them by removing weeds and planting natives or non-weedy plants. Whanganui needs this approach.
Dealing to weeds is very satisfying, especially pulling and cutting as you see immediate results, but it can be overwhelming if it is persistent or there is too much.
Robyn Ogle stands down after 26-plus years as secretary of Whanganui botanical group
3 May, 2021 04:00 PM
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Robyn Ogle was the secretary of the Whanganui Museum Botanical Group for more than 26 years. Photo / Bevan Conley
Robyn Ogle was the secretary of the Whanganui Museum Botanical Group for more than 26 years. Photo / Bevan Conley
By Laurel Stowell
Brought up in suburban Auckland, Robyn Ogle extended her interest in the natural world through 54 years of marriage to Whanganui ecologist Colin Ogle.
She was the secretary for the Whanganui Museum Botanical Group for more than 26 years, and it involved a lot of paperwork. She was also secretary for St George s Preparatory School for 20 years.
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Whanganui Happenings: What s on this week
31 Jan, 2021 11:49 PM
9 minutes to read
Wanganui Midweek
When: Thursday, February 4. Preschool 9.30-10.30am; 5-7yrs 3.45-4.45pm; 8-10yrs 5-6pm.
Where: Whanganui Boys and Girls Gym Club, Springvale Stadium.
Details: No cost. No need to register just turn up!
QUAY ART EXHIBITION
What: A lively collection of recent work by this innovative group of artists. Includes personal portrait sketches on the spot for just $10.
When: 10am-4pm, until Monday, February 8.
Where: Community Arts Gallery, 19 Taupo Quay.
BOOK SALE
When: February 6-8, 10am-3pm each day.
Where: St George s Hall, Patea.
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