With the official end of summer almost upon us, we thought it would be the perfect time to reflect on the ups and downs of summer 2012.

The colourful celebration of music, performance, art and life that is Splore was held once again this year. Come see why it is so popular!
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Make sure you don't miss a thing with our interactive calender that has all the hot events this summer!

With WOMAD back in New Plymouth for another year in 2012, take a look at the international acts confirmed for the upcoming festival.
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The right song sums up those lazy, hazy, hot days in a way that nothing else can. Everyone has a different idea of the ultimate summer soundtrack. What do you think?

Here is our (in)complete guide to our favourite summer past-time: backyard cricket.

Here’s a rundown of the three most common wannabe personal improvements, why they don’t work and how we can actually stick to our guns – just for a change.

The great Kiwi summer roadtrip is a time-honoured tradition, but in every trip there are always some things you can count on happening…

With summer here, we thought now would be a good time to give you 10 rules to make this summer the best yet.

Summer is a perfect time to enjoy the delicious range of beautiful seasonal fruit. Here...
Summer's a busy time. So you want food that’s fresh, fast and features the...
This summer, will you be wearing an itsy, bitsy, teeny, weeny, polka dot bikini? While...
We've rounded up the best (and worst) celebrity festival fashion outfits.
needs a transformation from casper to tango asap feeling the #summervibes
Loving the sun.. #summervibes
RT @DanDarby: Feels mad to say it in February but I am currently sunbathing on the roof terrace! @SammyJ_Summers @katie_may90 @nickarnold89 #SummerVibes
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