Tag Archives: New Plymouth

Kitchen Table – best toastie I ever ate

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Jim Tucker

I’ve just eaten the best toasted sandwich in my rapidly lengthening life. Find out how close to home it was. Continue reading →

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Why we need to be wary about Govt’s three waters deal

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Jim Tucker

Roadworks in Taranaki – not much progress. DN Photo During this second term of the Labour-dominated government one thing that has become apparent is its quest to gain central control over more of the country’s basic functions. We’ve got all … Continue reading →

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How Covid locks down our cars

Posted on September 8, 2021 by Jim Tucker

Why we had no car to drive for three months. Continue reading →

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How to drop a tree safely in a busy public park

Posted on September 8, 2021 by Jim Tucker

Here’s how to fell a big tree in a busy park…with great care. Continue reading →

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Grumpy old man returns – with mask

Posted on August 21, 2021 by Jim Tucker

I’m back with a column – motivated by what people are (or are not) doing about masking up when they’re out during level 4 lockdown. Continue reading →

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Pukekura Park in AUTUMN

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Jim Tucker

Jim Tucker’s latest photo essay on New Plymouth’s Pukekura Park, a collection of stills showing the park at its most colourful, when everything turns yellow and red.

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Pukekura Park in AUTUMN

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Jim Tucker

Jim Tucker’s latest photo essay on New Plymouth’s Pukekura Park, a collection of stills showing the park at its most colourful, when everything turns yellow and red.

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Writing guide

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Jim Tucker

WRITING STYLE GUIDE The Writing Style Guide is free to anyone interested. Download the pdf here:  Style Guide Tucker-Potter 2018

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