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How have you fared through the heatwave?

01/02/2026

Garry Smyth from Pental Island: "Alright, it's summertime – you have to toughen up," he said. "After lunch you certainly have to avoid going outside."

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The Guardian asked residents how they fared through record-breaking heat on Tuesday. *Garry Smyth from Pental Island: “All right, it’s summertime – you have to toughen up. After lunch you certainly have to avoid going outside.” *Phillip Ruttosh from Lake Boga. “Tuesday was something to be remembered. We’re used to walking around and being active […]

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