Latest from Summer

In extreme heat, do you need more electrolytes?

New York Times: Experts weigh in on when you need to replenish these essential minerals.

Tauranga libraries log million-plus book loans in 2024, but which was the favourite?

NZ biographies outmuscle Prince Harry; digital memberships available during library closure.

It's getting hot: Find out how heat affects the brain

NY Times: Heatwaves impair cognition, increase aggression, and disrupt self-control.

Northland weather: What to expect this Christmas

What does the weather have in store for Northlanders this festive season?

The full-body pool workout that doesn’t involve swimming

NY Times: This water workout offers high-intensity training with less strain.

Go for a float: A beginner’s guide to stand-up paddleboarding

New York Times: The peaceful pastime is secretly a full-body workout.

Dive into summer: Five water workouts to boost your fitness

NY Times: It's time to hit the beach and the pool. How to exercise while you’re there.

Kayaking: An outdoor adventure and a full-body workout

NY Times: Many Kiwis have a kayak. But do you know how to get the best workout from them?

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

Which destinations are luring Kiwis the most this summer?

Why does humidity make me so miserable?

New York Times: Heat is only part of the picture.

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.