New ZealandData usage skyrockets to record highs this ChristmasMost of the country may be on holiday, but Kiwis haven't moved offline just yet.27 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandBoxing Day blitz: Kiwis spend almost $100 million in salesGloss wearing off as shoppers spread the love to Black Friday and pre-Christmas sales?27 Dec 12:25 AM
New Zealand'They've stolen Christmas': Mum gutted after thief steals her car packed with gifts "If they needed help, they could have asked, rather than steal Christmas."26 Dec 10:32 PM
New Zealand'Tragic start to holiday road period': Five dead since FridayFive people have died on the roads since Friday.25 Dec 11:34 PM
WorldRussia pulls back troops from near Ukraine in surprise de-escalationThe move comes ahead of expected talks with the US about potential NATO concessions.25 Dec 10:08 PM
New Zealand55 prisoners, 21 staff in isolation after prison worker tests positive for Covid-19The worker is fully vaccinated.25 Dec 02:38 AM
New ZealandChristmas crashes: Motorcyclist dies at scene of crash in GordontonThe crash was reported to police just after 9.20am today.25 Dec 01:47 AM
Lifestyle'Hero': Man's lifesaving Christmas gift for his best mateJames received the ultimate Christmas gift from his best mate.25 Dec 12:23 AM
Banking and financeKiwibank apologises after system crashed on Christmas Eve - shoppers left panicked"I went to swipe my card and it came up with 'card not honoured'..."24 Dec 11:18 PM
WorldPope celebrates Christmas Eve Mass as virus surges in ItalyA maskless Francis processed down the central aisle as the Sistine Chapel choir sang Noel.24 Dec 10:56 PM
New ZealandWhat do people who work to improve the lives of others want for Christmas?Not a phone, or a new car - but the things that would make a real difference.24 Dec 10:55 PM
RoyalsWatch: Kate Middleton wows her fans with secret talentThe Duchess of Cambridge revealed a hidden talent at the royals' Christmas Eve concert.24 Dec 10:18 PM
New ZealandBad taste in mouth: Woop customers complain about Christmas food boxesHundreds of comments have criticised the brand's Christmas box.24 Dec 07:56 PM
New ZealandWatch: Secret Santa, homemade gifts - going to extraordinary lengths to make perfect presentScott Base staff set themselves a daunting annual task - a DIY gift made on the ice.24 Dec 07:31 PM
New Zealand30 dawn dips: Teens make a splash for Christmas Day and mental healthLots of people our age don't really talk about what's going on in their head, teen says.24 Dec 06:16 PM
New ZealandExpert urges against Covid complacency over holidays as death toll reaches 50"We have a lot to be thankful for at this point," epidemiologist Michael Baker says.24 Dec 06:05 PM
LifestyleMiracles and magic: The dual stories at the heart of ChristmasA miraculous Christmas: One where all receive what's needed, all are fed, peace reigns.24 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandSinger hoping for 'miracle' to avoid spending Christmas alone in MIQ"Christmas is such a poignant mark in the calendar."24 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow to handle the worst people at your Christmas tableFormer police negotiator's smart tips to avoid Christmas dinner becoming your last supper.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand193 transactions a second: Kiwis race to shops for last-minute giftsA whopping 11,277 transactions were made in a single minute on Christmas eve.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day warning: Man loses $14k of gifts to burglarsDecember and January are the busiest months for thieves, insurance experts warn.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas in MIQ: What's on the menu for those in isolationAt one facility, it's even rumoured there'll be an onsite "in-house" Santa.24 Dec 07:15 AM
AirlinesKiwi Xmas: Air NZ expects 30,000 people todayNew Zealanders have eagerly taken to the skies and roads this Christmas eve.24 Dec 04:45 AM
LifestyleCovid won't stop Santa, US-Canadian military operation confirms"Santa calls the shots. We just track him." Military operation follows festive progress.24 Dec 03:40 AM
New ZealandWater Safety NZ: Too many New Zealanders are drowningHow to stay safe this summer.24 Dec 01:27 AM
New ZealandCovid: A patient in their 50s has died, 62 community casesWhat will the latest case numbers show?23 Dec 11:03 PM
New ZealandNo more pavlovas! Kiwis queue for last-minute Christmas lunch itemsIt could be back to the drawing board for Kiwis who haven't started their shop yet. 23 Dec 09:44 PM
New ZealandChristmas weather forecast: All you need to knowLarge parts of New Zealand are shaping up for a Christmas cracker.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Unwrapping the true meaning of ChristmasNostalgic comedy 8-Bit Christmas delivers laughs, an emotional wallop and festive spirit.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe supermarket closing on Boxing Day to give staff a breakOwner Tim Wilson his staff deserve an extra day off after a 'really challenging year'.23 Dec 03:13 AM
New Zealand'My idea of bringing some love': Wizard wants to run for local mayorThe Wizard says he will run for Christchurch mayor in next year's local body elections.22 Dec 10:14 PM
New Zealand'I've never stayed in a hotel in my life': Grandma sees bright side of MIQ XmasBeing in an MIQ hotel feels 'like you've gone to heaven', grandmother says.22 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailChristmas retail spending up but a warning some businesses are still sufferingA Wellington bookstore has been so busy it has lines out the door.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCool change forecast for Christmas, storms possible over New YearHeading camping over New Year? Better keep a close eye on the weather updates.22 Dec 07:36 AM
