New ZealandFocus: Seven Days of Christmas at Ngā Whare Waatea MaraePuhihuia Wade, essential services manager at Manukau Urban Māori Authority, talks about the Seven Days of Christmas at Ngā Whare Waatea Marae. Video / Michael CraigWatch19 Dec 11:56 PM
TravelOmicron knocks on door of Santa Claus' Village in FinlandSantaPark, a theme park built in an old air raid shelter, closed its doors in 2020.19 Dec 07:21 PM
TravelCovid-19 threatens dreams of a 'normal' Christmas in the US, againIndoor events are being cancelled and mobile morgues ordered in a devastating deja-vu.19 Dec 07:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt Heath: Are you planning to ruin your family Christmas?This year, use your prefrontal cortex wisely instead of leaping into debate.19 Dec 04:00 PM
RoyalsQueen's Christmas plans may be ruinedHow the Queen's first Christmas without her husband could be headed for ruin.19 Dec 03:15 AM
EntertainmentVery merry music: Best Christmas albums of all timeSet the right festive tone with these crowd-pleasing tunes.19 Dec 03:01 AM
New ZealandYour one week until Christmas weather forecastIt looks like the weather gods are set to deliver for most.18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Yippee-ki-yay, it's a Die Hard ChristmasThe holiday season might be here but the news keeps exploding around us.18 Dec 04:00 PM
RoyalsWhat Prince William really wants for ChristmasWilliam shared his favourite Christmas foods and what's on his wishlist this year.17 Dec 08:06 PM
New ZealandDreaming of a sunny Christmas? What weather forecasters are sayingIt's still over a week away but there are promising signs for December 25.15 Dec 05:39 PM
New ZealandSeven marathons in seven days: West Auckland teacher doing it for kidsThat's 295km from Monday to Sunday this week.14 Dec 10:56 PM
New ZealandAuckland's great escape, emotional reunions; police turn away unvetted iwi checkpoint volunteersThe Auckland border has been in place for more than 100 days.14 Dec 08:35 PM
LifestyleHow not to be a total jerk this holiday seasonFeeling a little extra stressed this year? Here's how to not take it out on each other.14 Dec 07:50 PM
EntertainmentHow rom-coms became staple Christmas viewingIt's a yearly tradition for most of us - but why do we watch rom-coms at Christmas time?14 Dec 12:19 AM
New Zealand'Do as much as possible in advance: Wellington Airport warns of delays for Christmas travellersPassengers urged to make sure they're prepared before getting to airport this Christmas.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWatch: Get Christmassy … The UK's top five festive adsExpect a helping of snow, singing, dancing and celebrities.13 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe Royals' nutritionist shares healthy Christmas eating tipsIt's hard to say no to a glass of fizz or mince pie but there are ways to soften the blow.13 Dec 02:53 AM
LifestyleBishop forced to apologise over Santa commentsA bishop is facing backlash from parents for ruining their children's Christmas.12 Dec 08:02 PM
New ZealandThe toy store where everything is free: Families in need given dignity of choosing kids' donated Christmas giftsPresents aren't everything, says mum, but for kids "it does make Christmas more magical".11 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi stars reveal how they'll be celebrating ChristmasAfter months of lockdown, this Christmas will be a very special one in Aotearoa.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Magic amid the turmoil': Kiwi Christmas window display named in world's top 5It's really special creating magic on Queen St, says Edward Caughey.11 Dec 12:45 AM
RoyalsWilliam and Kate's 2021 Christmas card revealedThe royals' annual Christmas card reveals their children are growing up fast.10 Dec 08:00 PM
PoliticsYippee-Ki-Yay: Ardern on Christmas, Covid, Die Hard - and Mike HoskingArdern tells the Herald to check in on housing, health, climate change and trade in 2022.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 Christmas: Tips for handling family without a fightGetting ready for a Covid-19 summer is not easy, here's some expert advice.10 Dec 01:42 AM
LifestyleThe Conversation: 8 tips to avoid a super-spreader ChristmasEight ways to prevent a super-spreader event at your Christmas celebrations.09 Dec 11:25 PM
New ZealandCarols in Cornwall another Covid cancellationPopular carols cancelled as Covid restrictions make it too difficult to host.09 Dec 09:31 PM
TravelNorway refuses to replace 'half dead' Trafalgar Xmas treeThe conifer catastrophe has finally come to a close.08 Dec 10:50 PM
LifestyleThe gifts we should be giving this ChristmasWith retail supply issues and time running out, a gift voucher could save Christmas.07 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandTropical cyclone in wings as holidaymakers head out'At the time where things are opening up for Auckland, it's not really good timing.'06 Dec 09:56 PM
Lifestyle9 ways to take the stress out of Christmas gift shoppingHow to get your gift shopping done speedily, successfully and with your sanity intact.05 Dec 11:52 PM
KahuHana Kōkō comes to Christmas Parade riding on his horse and cartThe Moerewa Christmas Parade was attended by at least 300 people.05 Dec 12:15 AM
TravelExclusive chance to stay in THE Home Alone house this ChristmasWill you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year, I just want an epic Airbnb?02 Dec 08:26 PM
TravelOh (no) Christmas tree: Twitter reacts to Trafalgar Square's sad coniferIf 2021 was a tree, this would be it.01 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandNot just red lights in Auckland this ChristmasAuckland welcomes Christmas with light show01 Dec 04:00 PM
