When Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai erupted on 15 January 2022 it affected the world – but we’re still learning about the extent of its influence.

The Great Lakes have been unusually ice-free this winter.

As of February 14, 2023, ice covered only 6.6 percent of the five freshwater lakes, which is significantly less than the 35-40 percent ice cover that is typical for mid-February

A very credible performance at the Coral Coast 7’s by a team comprising teenagers – the youngest just 15 years old. Well done ladies!

Looking forward to the Nawaka 7’s coming up on the last weekend of January.