If you’ve noticed the evenings creeping in a little later, you’re right on time.

This Sunday, 28 September, at 2:00am, New Zealand officially moves into Daylight Saving Time and clocks will spring forward one hour.

For us Coasties, that means brighter evenings to squeeze in a beach stroll, a barbecue, or simply a few extra minutes in the garden after work.

Daylight Saving Time has deep roots here.

It was first proposed back in 1895 by George Hudson, an entomologist who wanted more daylight to chase insects after work.

Though mocked at first, his idea eventually stuck.

By 1927, Parliament had made it official with the Summer Time Act, placing New Zealand among the first countries in the world to adopt seasonal clock changes.

This year, the shift lasts right through until 3:00am on Sunday, 5 April 2026.

That means more light in the evenings all summer long, perfect for soaking up everything the Hibiscus Coast has to offer.

So before you tuck in on Saturday night, remember to move your clocks forward by one hour.

Brighter nights are just around the corner.

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