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The mouth-watering scent of sizzling meat floats over the neighbourhood. It’s barbecue season.

A big part of our Kiwi culture, barbecues are synonymous with sitting in the sun with friends and family, slowing down and enjoying great food.

Due to this year’s pandemic, Tony Deller, category manager outdoor living at Mitre 10 says, there has been a rush on barbecue purchases as Kiwis spend more time at home: “New Zealanders are doing up their beloved outdoors.”

If you’re investing in a new barbecue, how do you know which model to

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