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‘Absolutely gutted’: Juicy Fest cancelled amid licensing woes
'Juicy Fest has faced tough opposition from authorities and NZ Police'.
The health hazards of summer sandals
Telegraph: The wrong sandals could give you a wide range of physiological problems.
Dive skills on show at Hastings competition as 100 vie for world champs
Hastings Manu Comp dazzles with skill, flair, and showmanship at Havelock North Pool.
RIP sweet treats: Kiwi summer favourites that no longer exist
Tom Rose reflects on the iconic sweet treats that have gone missing from the corner dairy.
Fears 'hordes' will turn up after home listed on booking site by scammer
'I have no idea how many people booked through him.'
BBQ 101: How to get ready for summer grilling
Get your grill and tools ready with these practical tips for a smooth summer.
Mercury hits thirsty 30s again in Hawke’s Bay
It was a warm welcome for one of the bigger cruise-liner visits of the summer.
What's open in Auckland on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day?
We share the best places to go to.
Why I’ll never visit Queenstown in winter again
Is this snowy destination actually better when the sun is shining?
Air NZ reveals busiest travel day, most popular summer holiday spots
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6 Ways to make good coffee when camping or travelling
Adventures away from home shouldn't mean mediocre coffee.
Bomb's away: Manu competition set to make a splash in Hawke's Bay
Epic bomb competition returns to Hawke’s Bay this weekend at Havelock North Village Pool.
Use retinol? Here's what you need to know for summer
This expert advice is 'absolutely critical', so be extra vigilant while the sun is out.
NZ house values fall for ninth consecutive month, unsold Auckland stock swells
Market in a holding pattern, not falling to any significant extent but not rising either.
Summer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30C
MetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.
How to cool your house down without turning on the heat pump
Keeping the aircon on full blast might feel tempting but your bank account will suffer.
Niwa: Mixed weather ahead for Horowhenua's summer
Horowhenua's Christmas may be dry, with a 40% chance of normal rainfall, Niwa says.
Vulnerable people at risk as summer temperatures soar into the 30s
MetService warns of temps 8C above average, humid nights disrupting sleep in some areas.
Don’t breathe dust: Tips for cleaning heat pumps and fans
Clean regularly to avoid dust build-up, says expert Kevin Bedford.
Is your beach 'safe' to swim? What you need to know
The top 5 cleanest and dirtiest Auckland beaches revealed.
Iconic track reopens in North Island after almost three years
More importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.
'Warm, humid air' set to fuel Saturday showers in North Island
Forecasters are predicting multiple 30C-plus highs to start summer next week.
Niwa’s summer forecast: Scorching days next week, but muggy months to follow
Kiwis are in for a weather roller-coaster ride to Christmas and muggy days lie beyond.
Don't take a dip at these contaminated Auckland beaches
Spots in Central Auckland and Piha pose a high risk of illness to swimmers this summer.
Heatwave behind NZ’s hottest summer could become ‘almost annual’ by 2040s
Regional NZ heatwaves once considered one-in-300-year events now concerningly more common.
Ultimate summer gig guide: Coldplay, Laneway and all the events in between
Ready for NZ summer? These are all the festivals and concerts to mark in your calendar.
‘Open for business’: East coast sounds call for tourists this summer
Small businesses across the East Coast say they are ready for a return to the summer boom.
Why is the Philippines still undiscovered by Kiwis?
Now is the perfect time to visit the tropical island paradise of Boracay.
Letters: Polkinghorne and health authorities' apology script
OPINION: Can life now go on as before after the HDC says sorry?