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The magic of the morning: stories from newspaper deliverers

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🗓️ 21 january 2025
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Every morning, while the city is still asleep, thousands of newspaper deliverers are already hard at work. For many, it’s just part of the routine, but behind these early morning hours lie countless stories. Let’s take a look at the unique experiences and insights from some of these early birds.

Morning Adventures: The Unexpected Moments

1. Animal encounters

The early morning hours offer a chance to experience nature up close as it wakes up. Many deliverers have stories of unique encounters with animals. Think of curious hedgehogs crossing the street, owls silently watching, squirrels eagerly searching for food, deer standing in a meadow or darting into the woods, or a fox suddenly appearing.

2. Braving the weather

Whether it’s snowing, raining, or the sun is shining, newspaper deliverers aren’t easily deterred. This not only leads to fascinating stories, such as slipping over icy sidewalks or spotting unexpected rainbows, but also a lot of perseverance.

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The People Behind the Doors

1. Subscribers and their gestures

Special bonds often form between deliverers and their subscribers. Some residents, for example, leave behind a friendly note, a treat for the journey, or a small gift during the holidays. These gestures make the job extra special.

2. The silence of the morning

For many, the quiet of the morning is one of the best aspects of the job. As the world slowly wakes up, deliverers have the streets almost to themselves. This silence offers a unique opportunity to experience the surroundings in a different way.

Personal Growth and Insights

1. Learning from the Routine

Waking up early every day and the responsibility that comes with delivering the newspaper on time leads to personal growth. Many deliverers say this has helped them develop a better sense of discipline and time management.

2. Small Moments of Happiness

The job is filled with small moments of satisfaction. Whether it’s delivering the paper to the right mailbox, greeting an early morning walker, or simply enjoying a beautiful sunrise—these moments make the experience unforgettable.

Conclusion

Delivering newspapers is more than just a (side) job. It’s a source of unique experiences and personal growth. Behind every deliverer lies a story, full of unexpected encounters, challenges, and little moments of happiness. So, the next time you receive your paper, think about the special journey it took to get to you.

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🚴‍♂️💨 Everything you need to know about newspaper delivery

💰 Earnings of a newspaper deliverer

As a newspaper deliverer, you earn an attractive €15.56 per hourly route. Depending on the size of your route, you’re often only working for about an hour a day, making it easy to combine with other activities like studying or part-time work.

🕒 Working hours of a newspaper deliverer

If you want to deliver the morning newspaper, you’ll do so six days a week, Monday through Friday before 7:00 AM, and on Saturdays before 9:00 AM. ☀️

Curious to know more? Read all about the process of newspaper delivery, from the benefits and requirements to planning the right delivery route.