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The Gabrielle grinch couldn't steal Christmas at the Park

Mud and slime drenched Christmas at the Park's gear. A $20,000 rescue job ensued.

When should you tell your kids the truth about Santa?

New York TImes: Is Santa a phoney? Some good ways to break the news to the little ones.

How to take care of yourself before the holidays start

The Christmas season can be overwhelming - here's what you can do to avoid burnout.

Christmas movies that have - and haven't - aged well

Some Christmas movies have aged like fine wine, yet not all suit the 21st century.

Reginald Hudlin and Kelly Younger on why Eddie Murphy Christmas movie was made for Kiwis

Jenni Mortimer chats to the acclaimed writer and director in LA about their latest film Candy Cane Lane. Video / NZ Herald

Christmas survival guide: How not to end up fat, hungover and distraught

Telegraph: Yes, you can minimise the damage without spoiling the fun.

Editorial: Health and safety concerns at risk of ruining Christmas

Should parades really be cancelled due to a one-off incident in Auckland?

Watch: Record number of Christmas Boxes packed for whānau in need

Volunteers from community groups, churches and sponsors packed a record number for whānau in need. Video / Supplied

The greatest Christmas movies and why you should watch them

Our reviewers select the 10 best Christmas movies of all time.

Christmas spirit: Sir Howard Morrison concert raises donations for foodbank

'It’s a real privilege for us to support the artistic community and the foodbank.'

Temple lights to brighten up Hamilton's festive season once again

Full array of lights and festive cheer returns to Hamilton's temple grounds.

Ranked: The 10 best Christmas albums of all time

‘Tis the season to ruthlessly judge and power rank the world’s best Christmas albums.

‘Naughty’ or ‘nice’?: Consumer NZ reveals best and worst gift cards

More than $10 million spent on gift cards is lost every year.

Air NZ's new ad not for nervous flyers

The festive and the furious: Air NZ's Christmas advert not for nervous flyers. Video / Air New Zealand

The best Christmas gifts for travel lovers

This list is full of travel essentials and unforgettable experiences.

Feeding vegans, loud hotel sex and getting rid of house guests - a seasonal survival guide

Expert advice on group holidays, dietary requirements and other festive dilemmas.