Central Otago sweltered today as temperatures reached highs of 29C, with Alexandra still enjoying 25C heat ay 8pm.

Source: https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/south-swelters-summers-warmest-day-so-far

Fans sweltered as they headed out to watch the NRL Grand Final in Sydney, with many delayed due to 'urgent' maintenance.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12580719/NRL-Grand-Final-train-delay.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

So why has Britain had rain while the continent has sweltered in unbearable heat?

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12368667/How-make-perfect-sandcastle-according-science-Using-8-1-ratio-sand-water-packing-bucket-shells-key-achieving-stable-structure-expert-says.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

While much of the twin towns sweltered in a 36 degree early dash of summer, the Gallery’s garden canopy provided sweet relief and shade, and a beautiful riverside setting for the annual show, dubbed the ‘ArtMart’ this year.

Source: https://www.newsofthearea.com.au/galleries-in-the-gardens-traditional-long-weekend-show-exceeds-expectations