While the big wet has plagued the North Island this summer, particularly on the east coast, it's been a different story at the other end of the country.
High pressure systems have kept the South Island relatively dry, particularly parts of Otago and Southland which have seen limited rainfall.
That's seen some councils impose water restrictions in some areas, like Mosgiel and the Queenstown lakes district as well as fire bans.
Kathryn talks to the Metservice about what's on the cards for the south, and Queenstown Lakes District Mayor Glyn Lewers about the restrictions.
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