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A beginner's guide to being a Christmas elf

Mitchell Hageman goes inside SkyCity's elf school and finds out what it takes to be the 10% who made the cut. Video / Cameron Pitney

Inside the $1 billion NZ International Convention Centre

NZICC general manager Prue Daly on Auckland's new convention centre, 10 years in the making, and its pipeline of events. Video / Dean Purcell

House of Duval: Inside the downfall of Aucklands former leading property developer

BusinessDesk’s Maria Slade breaks down its downfall. Video / Herald Now

Auckland's Farmers Santa Parade 2025

Auckland's Queen Street saw the annual Farmers Santa Parade today. Young and old braved the wet weather to come and share a little Christmas joy. Video / NZ Herald

MPs’ Spotify Wrapped: Luxon loves Zach Bryan, Bishop backs Aussie rock band, Labour MP’s passion for the Pacific

Other top artists for politicians include Shania Twain, Stan Walker and The Superjesus.

Performing through the pain: JoJo Siwa gives health update after hospital dash

The 21-year-old singer was rushed to hospital after a ruptured ovarian cyst.

Ultra Worldwide Music Festival heads to Wellington

Promoters expect about 20,000 people to attend the waterfront event next year.

The surprising ways NZ’s Spotify Wrapped results buck global trends

Kiwis apparently sway to the beat of their own drum.

Doctor jailed for supplying ketamine to Friends star Matthew Perry

Four others, including 'Ketamine Queen' Jasveen Sangha, await sentencing.

Holly Willoughby admits breaking man’s neck in car crash

The scooter rider suffered a neck fracture and a broken toe in the crash.

International broadcaster apologises after TV coverage cuts out at cliffhanger moment

Australia's game-winning shot was missed by many due to a Fiba technical issue.

Home Improvement child star arrested over probation breach

His girlfriend was also arrested and faces five separate criminal charges.

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Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 1 - 7

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Former Home and Away actress diagnosed with brain cancer at 25

Alea O’Shea learnt of the tumour after a birthday biopsy.

Why Ikea's new Auckland store had to be built like a near-hospital-strength bunker

Builders spent six months driving 550 piles through volcanic rock beneath the site.

Inside the $1 billion NZ International Convention Centre

NZICC general manager Prue Daly on Auckland's new convention centre, 10 years in the making, and its pipeline of events. Video / Dean Purcell

'Deeply sorry': Guy Pearce quits social media after Israel 'misinformation' row

He also reposted content from far-right activist Nick Fuentes.

Working Class Man turns 40: Jimmy Barnes announces two NZ arena dates

The tour follows his recovery from major heart and hip surgeries.

'In the best form of my life': Lewis Capaldi stuns in Christchurch comeback

Scottish star marked his first-ever Christchurch show after a two-year break from music.

House of Duval: Inside the downfall of Aucklands former leading property developer

BusinessDesk’s Maria Slade breaks down its downfall. Video / Herald Now

William Dart review: Joyce DiDonato dazzles in luminous night with NZ Symphony Orchestra

REVIEW: Joyce DiDonato dazzled in Berlioz' Les Nuits d'ete with NZSO and Gemma New.

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.

Voluntary administration: A lifeline, not a last resort for struggling businesses

VA offers breathing space and a path forward with expert guidance.