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    5 Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids
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    5 Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids

    Summer is the perfect time to ditch the screens and get the kids in the sunshine for a day of outdoor fun and activity. If you need a little inspiration to get the kids outdoors, here are 5 activities our kids love.

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      Don’t Let a Rip End in R.I.P This Summer
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      Don’t Let a Rip End in R.I.P This Summer

      Rips are one of the most dangerous elements on NZ beaches and Surf Life Saving New Zealand says it’s vital for every Kiwi to memorise the 3 Rs for surviving a rip before heading to the beach this summer.

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        Are Maintenance Costs Jeopardising School Swimming Lessons?
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        Are Maintenance Costs Jeopardising School Swimming Lessons?

        Growing maintenance costs of ageing school pools are putting potentially life-saving swimming lessons out of the reach of thousands of Kiwi youth according to an industry expert.

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          Safe Food Practices During Pregnancy
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          Safe Food Practices During Pregnancy

          When you are pregnant it is important to ensure that the food you are eating is safe for you and your developing baby. Find out what foods to avoid and how to ensure the food you are eating is safe.

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            Top Tips for Teaching Kids About Food Safety
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            Top Tips for Teaching Kids About Food Safety

            When you are pregnant it is important to ensure that the food you are eating is safe for you and your developing baby. Find out what foods to avoid and how to ensure the food you are eating is safe.

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              7 Budget-friendly Ways to Have Summer Fun
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              7 Budget-friendly Ways to Have Summer Fun

              Looking for budget actiivities you can do with the kids? Here are 7 fun summer activities you can plan including a nature walk, pool games and movie night.

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                Superb Summer Fun on a Budget
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                Superb Summer Fun on a Budget

                Make the most of the summer with our guide to fun and frugal things to do with the kids and make those amazing summer memories without breaking the bank.

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                  Road trip game: Car cricket
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                  Road trip game: Car cricket

                  One of our favourite road trip games is car cricket. The rules tend to vary from family to family so feel free to adapt it to suit your kids' ages and attention spans.

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                    31 Hacks For Summer Parenting
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                    31 Hacks For Summer Parenting

                    Here are 31 shortcuts, tips, tricks, ideas and bits of advice that will take away a little stress and add a lot more carefree to your summer days …

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                      Keeping on top of hand hygiene when you’re out and about this summer
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                      Keeping on top of hand hygiene when you’re out and about this summer

                      Keeping on top of hand hygiene while you're out and about can help to protect the family and keep the fun rolling all summer long.

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                        Tips to Ensure Safe Food Handling in the Kitchen and on the BBQ
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                        Tips to Ensure Safe Food Handling in the Kitchen and on the BBQ

                        Summer is when New Zealander's love to share food but it's also a time when good food handling and cooking techniques are essential. Read our top tips for food safety this summer.

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                          Stay Sun Smart When Playing Outdoors This Summer
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                          Stay Sun Smart When Playing Outdoors This Summer

                          To make sure everyone is having safe fun in the sun this summer, we've put together some easy sun smart tips you can follow.

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                            Bust self tan myths with these quick tips
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                            Bust self tan myths with these quick tips

                            With warmer weather on the horizon and a host of social events on the calendar, we’ve debunked a bunch of self tan myths so you can DIY at home and step out and exude a healthy, faux glow – minimal fuss (or time) required.

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                              Great Warm Weather Activities for Kids of All Abilities
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                              Great Warm Weather Activities for Kids of All Abilities

                              Here are some fun things kids of all abilities can do during warm weather (and they may even learn something new at the same time!).

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                                NZ summer: How much sun protection do you need today?
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                                NZ summer: How much sun protection do you need today?

                                Most Kiwis know the sun safety rules, but knowing when to effect them can be confusing, especially if it's a cooler day, there's cloud cover, or it's outside of the summer season.

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                                  10 tips for keeping families water-safe this summer
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                                  10 tips for keeping families water-safe this summer

                                  Summer is here and making a splash - but is your family water-safe? YMCA Swim School shares ten tips for swimming safe this summer.

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                                    Choosing a house or pet sitter for the holidays
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                                    Choosing a house or pet sitter for the holidays

                                    Heading away for a summer break and leaving your home or pets in the care of someone else? Before you hand over the keys, here's a few things to consider.

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                                      Are you fully protecting yourself in the sun this summer?
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                                      Are you fully protecting yourself in the sun this summer?

                                      New research has revealed that New Zealanders are only protecting themselves from the summer sun for half the time spent in the sun. Day-to-day life is where New Zealanders are leaving themselves most at risk.

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                                        Protecting your face from the summer sun
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                                        Protecting your face from the summer sun

                                        Your facial skin is thinner and more delicate than the skin on the rest of your body and is consistently exposed to UV. This means that your facial skin can be more sensitive, prone to dryness and irritation which is why it needs a lot of protection and care.

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                                          Celebrate Summer fun with Tip Top Popsicle!
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                                          Celebrate Summer fun with Tip Top Popsicle!

                                          See what our mums have to say about the NEW Tip Top Popsicle Splash and Strawberry Jambo ice blocks, perfect for summer!

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                                            Banana Boat Simply Protect Sunscreen
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                                            Banana Boat Simply Protect Sunscreen

                                            Our mums have been reviewing Banana Boat Simply Protect Sunscreen and the reviews are in! See what they've got to say and get ready for some fun in the sun.

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                                              Don’t Forget The Sunscreen!
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                                              Don’t Forget The Sunscreen!

                                              How often do you forget to apply, or especially, reapply, the sunscreen? Lazy summer days can mean that hours slip by unnoticed until those red hues start to appear on your skin!

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                                                The importance of moisturising skin in summer
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                                                The importance of moisturising skin in summer

                                                NIVEA SUN Protect & Moisture Sunscreen Lotions care for your skin in more ways than one, combining UV protection with moisturising care.

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                                                  7 Awesome Summer Party Ideas
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                                                  7 Awesome Summer Party Ideas

                                                  Summer's the perfect time for parties, whether you're planning on hosting something fun in your own backyard or at a local park. We've rounded up seven fab summer party ideas. Need inspiration? We've got it all here.

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                                                    Understanding sunscreen
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                                                    Understanding sunscreen

                                                    There aren't many things better than a Kiwi summer, but make sure you and your family stay protected with these sunscreen tips.

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                                                      Why kids should wear sunglasses
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                                                      Why kids should wear sunglasses

                                                      Sunglasses are a great way to provide sun protection - but many kids don't wear sunglasses. Find out which sunglasses to buy to give UV protection

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                                                        Broccoslaw and Shredded Lamb Pita Pockets
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                                                        Broccoslaw and Shredded Lamb Pita Pockets

                                                        These easy lamb pita pockets are great for using up leftover lamb for lunch or dinner the next night. They're so easy to chuck together and the additional mint dressing gives them an added zing.

                                                        • Beetroot, prawn and farro salad
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                                                          Beetroot, prawn and farro salad

                                                          If you're a beetroot or prawn fan you cannot go past this recipe for a delicious healthy salad at lunch, brunch or dinner. Make a large dish for the summer barbecue table and enjoy with your favourite barbecued foods, and of course your favourite summer drink.

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                                                            Water Safety For Families
                                                            Family Time, Summer
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                                                            Water Safety For Families

                                                            Remember, drowning is a silent action and can take only a minute. You will not know if your child needs help if you are not watching them.

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                                                              Teen-friendly Family Activities
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                                                              Teen-friendly Family Activities

                                                              If you're struggling to get your teen involved in family activities, try some of these teen-friendly activity ideas.

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