New Zealand‘Down year on year’: Retail spending decline reflects household strugglesLatest data shows Christmas Eve sales hit a six-year low this week.25 Dec 05:01 AM
EntertainmentTaika Waititi cooks Rita Ora a hangi for Christmas in Point Chevalier backyardThe director donned gumboots and a Russell Crowe T-shirt to get the festivities started.25 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandWatch: ‘Extraordinary numbers’ - Auckland City Mission’s Xmas market feeds hundredsChristmas celebrates what's good in the world, the mission's kaumātua says.24 Dec 11:49 PM
New Zealand‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZMeanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.24 Dec 11:07 PM
EntertainmentThe best new movies to watch in cinemas this Boxing DayCannes winners and singing chimps hit Kiwi cinemas December 26.24 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘From our family to yours’: Luxon shares Christmas message He also shared a photo of the Luxon household donning festive pyjamas on Christmas Eve. 24 Dec 10:23 PM
LifestyleFestive feasts: The different dishes countries serve to celebrate ChristmasLasagne, turkey and KFC help mark special day depending on where in the world you are.24 Dec 09:00 PM
LifestyleNine signs of dementia to look for in your relatives this ChristmasWhat to do if you spot these common traits in loved ones.24 Dec 08:50 PM
New ZealandKim Dotcom shares first photo since serious strokeKim Dotcom has shared a photo of himself with family, wishing followers a Merry Christmas.24 Dec 07:41 PM
New ZealandTwo dead in separate Christmas road toll crashesThe deaths are the first in this year's Christmas road toll period.24 Dec 06:26 PM
SportFestive focus: How Kiwi athletes balance Christmas and trainingDiscover the summer plans of some of New Zealand's top performers.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day at Whanganui Prison; prisoners to prepare Xmas mealsCorrections provides 'basic and nutritious meals' for prisoners on Christmas Day.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM Luxon shares festive family photo in matching Christmas pyjamasThe Luxons' holiday movie of choice in the past has been the classic Love Actually.24 Dec 08:08 AM
RoyalsKing Charles breaks tradition for Christmas message - the choice of venue is ‘interesting’It will be the first in 18 years not filmed at a royal residence.24 Dec 02:47 AM
OpinionFrom pavlova to lamb and BBQ prawns, Christmas tells the story of who we areOPINION: 'More than just a meal, it's a reflection of our cultural identity.'24 Dec 01:17 AM
New ZealandChristmas dinner for all at St Peters in the CityA set menu of cold meats, roasted veges and desserts will be served by volunteers.23 Dec 09:13 PM
EntertainmentKim Kardashian’s Christmas video is a festive fever dream with an A-list cameoUpset fans have called it 'disturbing' and 'demonic'. One says: 'She’s ruined Christmas'.23 Dec 08:02 PM
New Zealand‘Our rainbow baby’: Christmas a time of new life for couple after daughter’s death'We’ll always be a family with three kids, even if one is not around,' Dad says.23 Dec 05:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRev Glynn Cardy: It’s the time to spread a little Christmas cheerWhatever we do to try to spread 'a little Christmas' it will be a valued gift.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandClear skies for Christmas Eve before Santa brings rain to townTemperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Cost of living is astronomical': Auckland City Mission gets airport funding grant as it copes with spike in needThe City Mission has been busy preparing over 7,000 boxes of food this December.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland couple welcome son after baby daughter’s Kabuki syndrome deathAn Auckland couple who lost their 4-month-old daughter to a rare congenital disorder have welcomed a baby boy this Christmas. Video / Sylvie WhinrayWatch23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: What should PM Christopher Luxon be asking Santa for Xmas?OPINION: An economic recovery is surely top of wish list for 2025, but what else?23 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBig-screen Santas: Five iconic depictions of Father ChristmasOld Saint Nick is no stranger to the big screen.23 Dec 05:00 AM
OpinionHow to make the perfect roast potatoesHere's the ideal formula for crunchy-yet-fluffy roasties.23 Dec 12:11 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHome alone: I’m sick of feeling bad for being single and childless at 37 – so I’m spending Christmas by myselfTelegraph: Tired of dramas and with no kids or man, I’m planning the big day with just me.22 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay communities host Christmas lunches for those in needHawke's Bay hosts Christmas lunches for those seeking company and support.22 Dec 07:58 PM
New ZealandDelivering change: Online shopping reshapes Northland's retail sceneSome shops were quiet up until the week before Christmas but online orders are strong.22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy these Northland events are bringing festive joy to the communityThere is no need for people to be alone or hungry on Christmas Day with two free events.22 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEmbracing unity amid economic and cultural challenges this ChristmasOPINION: New Zealand celebrates Christmas amid rising living costs and cultural tensions.22 Dec 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Businesspeople better than career politiciansOPINION: 'We are becoming a nation much like the US – full of diatribe and hatred.'22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow a Christmas grant will help mates help each otherGrant to support tertiary students for MATES programme to support high school students.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandVictims' advocates warn women may hesitate to call police this ChristmasPolice urge calls to 111 as family violence callouts rise during stressful festive season.21 Dec 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Grief and Xmas – I mourn my sister but I'm determined to find joyOPINION: I'm left with the weight of her absence and the guilt that comes with smiling.21 Dec 08:00 PM
