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![10 ideas for staying hydrated this summer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
10 ideas for staying hydrated this summer
If you find it difficult to drink plain water, these tips could help.
![Feeling the heat? Auckland temperatures expected to hit 30C](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Feeling the heat? Auckland temperatures expected to hit 30C
Time to hit the beach - Auckland temperatures are about to hit up to 30C.
![Tauranga records its hottest day this year at 30.3C as locals enjoy the beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Tauranga records its hottest day this year at 30.3C as locals enjoy the beach
The warmest temperature on record for a January in Tauranga was in 1983: 33.7C.
![One Love 2024: Wet weather hasn't dampened 'perfect vibes'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
One Love 2024: Wet weather hasn't dampened 'perfect vibes'
“We’re all here for the same reason. It’s all about the music and everyone was excited."
![Kiri Allan opens up, marine heatwave and kiwifruit boost | Focus Morning Bulletin January 26, 2024](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Kiri Allan opens up, marine heatwave and kiwifruit boost | Focus Morning Bulletin January 26, 2024
Former Cabinet minister Kiri Allan opens up on her night of shame, marine heatwave pushes temperatures up and how kiwifruit could benefit your mental health in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / Supplied / NZHerald
![Long weekend incoming: What to do with the kids over Auckland Anniversary weekend](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Long weekend incoming: What to do with the kids over Auckland Anniversary weekend
The end of the holidays are nearing - here's how you can round off the summer with a bang.
![Surf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levels](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Surf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levels
The hot weather has led to packed beaches across NZ, but lifeguards are feeling the heat.
![Nine things to do with your family this summer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Nine things to do with your family this summer
Looking for family-friendly activities while school's out? We've listed some for you.
![Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends
Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.
![Fans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weather](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Fans proving popular as sales spike amid humid weather
Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.
![The art of the perfect platter + recipes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The art of the perfect platter + recipes
A guide to creating the perfect grazing platter experience.
![Herald Summer Photo Competition: Day 24 entries](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Herald Summer Photo Competition: Day 24 entries
The Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.
![An insomniac’s guide to getting to sleep when it’s hot and muggy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
An insomniac’s guide to getting to sleep when it’s hot and muggy
It is not easy, but it is possible.
![Live shark tangled in fishing net washes up on popular Auckland swimming beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Live shark tangled in fishing net washes up on popular Auckland swimming beach
The bronze whaler was the second shark to wash up on the North Shore beach this week.
![Watch: Two boys - aged 11 and 12 - each land their first marlin](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: Two boys - aged 11 and 12 - each land their first marlin
William Andrews, 11, and Elliot Mobberley, 12, caught their first marlins on holiday.
![Parking 'nightmare': Congestion to remain at 'hidden gem' waterfall](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Parking 'nightmare': Congestion to remain at 'hidden gem' waterfall
Maraetōtara Falls is a rarity with other waterfalls closed.
![What to do in Wellington this summer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What to do in Wellington this summer
Where to stay, what to eat, and what to do in the capital this summer.
![Watch: Papamoa beachgoers rescue shark](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: Papamoa beachgoers rescue shark
One man could be seen dragging the shark out to sea by its tail.
![Shark in the surf at Papamoa beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Shark in the surf at Papamoa beach
A shark was captured in the waves at Papamoa Beach. Video / Supplied