LifestyleHow to deal with homesickness on your first Christmas away from homeIs Christmas abroad getting you down? Here are some tips to bring the festive cheer.16 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandAll are welcome for two free Christmas Day lunchesThere's no reason to be going without or lonely on the big day.15 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHundreds pack Esk Valley’s surviving church for Christmas serviceSinging rang from the pews and people didn't want to leave.15 Dec 07:00 PM
LifestyleEthically Kate: 15 simple ways to have a more sustainable summerNaked breakfast? Kate Hall explains why streamlining Christmas can still be fun.15 Dec 05:00 PM
LifestyleLast-minute Christmas shopping? The stores extending their trading hoursWith just 10 days to go, here are some spots staying open late for last-minute shoppers.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandAppeal donations reach $81k with one week to goThe appeal has surpassed last year's total tally.15 Dec 04:03 PM
LifestyleDeck the halls: Christmas with the LuxonsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and wife Amanda share some jolly traditions.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Final push' for foodbank appeal as more people seek helpThe Christmas Appeal is at the end of its fifth week.15 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandDog toy resembling kiwi pulled from Mitre 10 shelvesA conservation group is praising the hardware store's move.15 Dec 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment18 board games that will keep your brain fit - and everyone entertainedTelegraph: Still got Christmas shopping to do? These games will give the brain a workout.15 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandDazzling lights, festive inflatables, a snow globe: Your 2023 Christmas Lights Trail guideGet your dose of Christmas cheer by checking out the hordes of homes lit up.14 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Surprisingly therapeutic': My afternoon packing parcels at the foodbankI saw first-hand how dedicated the team is to treating people with mana and dignity.14 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhat to do these summer holidays in NorthlandA list of events and places that will keep everyone entertained.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal 2023: Seniors ASAP Trust 'absolutely overwhelmed' by demand for elder abuse helpEveryone can play a part in preventing or stopping elder abuse, the trust says.14 Dec 05:00 PM
Lifestyle8 Most iconic Christmas fashion moments of all timeFrom Mariah Carey's ski suit to Love Actually's Christmas charm, these fits are our favs.14 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAsk the experts: Help! I don’t want to spend Xmas Day with my partner’s judgmental familyMy partner says I have to tell his mother we can't go to Christmas - because he won't.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Their community cares about them': Foster care charity gets funding boostThe grant will also support Foster Hope’s gift drive within South Auckland.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSoak for the Salvation Army: Waikite Valley Hotpools host can for a swim day"We hope we can get as many donations as we can."14 Dec 03:10 AM
LifestyleHam it up: 4 ham glaze recipes for your Christmas centrepieceThese sticky sweet glazes add new and interesting flavours to a festive staple.14 Dec 03:00 AM
LifestyleFive toys an ER doctor will never gift her kids for ChristmasMedical professional urges parents to stay away from these five popular children's toys.14 Dec 02:34 AM
LifestyleHow to plan ahead for a sober ChristmasAn expert shares strategies for staying booze-free during the festive season.13 Dec 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThis house has a world-record Christmas light display. The neighbours hate itNew York Times: Traffic, rubbish and bad behaviour test a small town's festive spirit.13 Dec 11:08 PM
New ZealandRace against time pays off as Whangārei Christmas Parade saved and ready to goSaturday will see the parade in full swing, including fair ground rides, food and crafts13 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandPlunket foodbank referrals up 13pc increase, now it's giving back'This is what community is all about.'13 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.13 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandFull bellies thanks to Auckland Airport travellersA $12,000 airport grant will be a big help for Middlemore's neonatal intensive care unit.13 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelDreaming of a white Xmas? It's perfect timing for a trip to AntarcticaIt's the trip of a lifetime, not just for Christmas, but Antarctica is best in December.13 Dec 06:30 AM
New ZealandStratford Christmas lights trail brightens up festive seasonStratford the most festive town in the region, says light trail organiser Kylee Lawrence.13 Dec 03:00 AM
Entertainment'Hate, hate, loathe entirely': Seven terrible Christmas songs rankedSafe to say we won’t be meeting Justin Bieber under the mistletoe this December.13 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandCookie peddler on target to sell 11,000 buckets, break sales recordThe student donated 250 cookie buckets to Christmas Cheer.13 Dec 12:10 AM
LifestyleIs Christmas music in shops making you spend more?Holiday tunes trigger feelings of nostalgia - and may have an effect on your wallet too.12 Dec 11:57 PM
New ZealandChristmas giveaway carnage: People fight over toys, volunteers abused at charity eventPeople pushed and shoved others to claim car-loads of free Christmas gifts.12 Dec 09:29 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal: Foodbank worker's passion for making a difference“We try to give our clients as much choice as we can.”12 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandCompany raises hundreds of dollars worth of donations in two hours'It shows the generosity of the community.'12 Dec 09:00 PM
