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Joy to the Waikato, the roadworks cease
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Beachgoers be warned: Jellyfish spotted at holiday hotspots
Their venomous tentacles can stretch up to 10 metres.
‘Incredibly popular’ beach to greet 60,000 campers over summer
The Abel Tasman park campsite is fully booked from now until mid-February.
Massive hedge fire destroys sheds near Timaru, fires on Auckland’s volcanoes
Ten fire trucks were called in to battle the fire in a macrocarpa hedge.
Temperatures reach 33C with hot, muggy nights to last past Christmas
MetService forecasts a showery Christmas Day in the Super City with a high of 26C
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'Sunscreen on your tatas': What Kiwis really think of topless sunbathing
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In the shallows: Death at Ocean Beach and early rip rescues spark summer warning
The man was identified by police on Monday as 26-year-old Hyuckjun Kown, of Auckland.
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More 30C-plus scorchers expected across country this week
Kaikōura Airport reached 32C yesterday as sun blistered eastern New Zealand.
Kaikōura soars to 32C, 30-plus temps tipped this week, severe thunderstorm warning lifted
Temperatures in eastern New Zealand have soared, reaching over 30C.
Body found at Ocean Beach in Hawke's Bay after beachgoers tried to save swimmer
The incident happened just one day before daily patrols start again at the beach.
Feeling the heat? Try these hair essentials for summer
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Dynamic duos: The combo that makes summer dressing a breeze
Easy and stylish, co-ords offer versatility for warm weather.
Steve Braunias: The Secret Diary of the summer break
OPINION: Luxon, Peters and Seymour pack their suitcases for summer break.
Making a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manu
Those judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.
Summer in the 09: The best things to do in Auckland these holidays
Sticking around in the city? Enjoy tennis, penguins, music, family frolics, and more.
What to do these summer holidays in Northland
A list of events and places that will keep everyone entertained.
No room in the inn? Experts offer last-minute campsite tips
You may not get your pick of pitches but here’s how to find somewhere to stay.
Whanganui surf lifeguard awarded highest possible qualification
Only 16 people were selected to take part in the three-day programme.
Owls and bats feature in adults-only arboretum overnighter
People can now stay overnight at the Waitakaruru Arboretum near Tauwhare.
'Really good grass': Kiwi mocked by Aussies for claiming NZ is superior
One claim about Aotearoa brought howls of laughter from her Aussie mates.
Sydney temperatures reach 40C in heatwave
Large parts of Australia experience extreme weather as people are urged to stay indoors.
'Distraught' couple take action against holiday park after losing sea-view site
Booking blunder denies pair same prime spot they had used for 20 years.
Will El Niño ruin your summer travels? An expert explains
Raincoat or sunscreen? A meteorologist explains what's in store.
Take a Coromandel holiday approved by science*
*Side effects may include sunburn and ice cream cravings. Always read the label.
What an ‘atypical’ El Niño means for your summer
An 'atypical' El Niño means there'll be variability amid driver's usual summer flavours.
Feeding vegans, loud hotel sex and getting rid of house guests - a seasonal survival guide
Expert advice on group holidays, dietary requirements and other festive dilemmas.
Cult beauty product makes huge return
It seems Gen Z's fake-tan lovers are finally ready to listen to their mums.
Shark sightings at beaches to rise in summer
Last weekend, a large shark was spotted near Rabbit Island on Nelson's coastline.
Three Kiwi sustainable swimwear brands to watch, including the world’s first zero-waste label
The fashion industry has been known as the second-biggest polluter in the world.