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 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
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
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
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Regifting and other ways to stop the spend this ChristmasOPINION: December is often the month in which we spend money like it’s confetti.21 Dec 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Not the best Christmas’: Showers loom for holidaymakersBoxing Day might also get quite wet for bargain hunters.21 Dec 07:14 PM
LifestyleFoodie gifts for ChristmasFrom infused spirits to fancy chocolates, ideas for presents you can make and buy.21 Dec 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle5 psychologist-approved tips for a calmer ChristmasAbout to have a meltdown? Use the S.A.N.T.A method to help manage your holiday stress.21 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland villageExperiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThundestorm alerts issued around NZ, motorists warned to take careMotorists are being warned to drive 'carefully' as heavy falls start in Rotorua, Taupō.21 Dec 02:16 AM
World‘Torn from my side’: Survivors of horror German Christmas market attack speak outTwo dead and dozens injured after car drives into German Christmas market.21 Dec 01:40 AM
Lifestyle‘I’m still alive’: King Charles cheerfully jokes during Christmas outingAides insist the monarch's cancer treatment is 'moving in a positive direction'.20 Dec 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Ageing is never a pleasant thought': Cliff Richard on life, politics and Christmas'We should simply all get together and say we love each other.'20 Dec 07:00 PM
LifestyleHidden detail in Queen Mary’s new Christmas picRoyal watchers have spotted the Australian-born Queen's unique choice of decoration.20 Dec 06:44 PM
OpinionVarsha AnjaliThe top 5 Christmas songs for 2024From guilty pleasures and delicious classics to modern bangers.20 Dec 06:30 PM
LifestylePlan your final days of 2024 with these Auckland eventsThings are just beginning to heat up in Tāmaki Makaurau.20 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom cynic to softie: How I aged into the bad Christmas movieNew York Times: When you're begrudgingly charmed by Netflix holiday films.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpoursMotorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.20 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailRetailers' Christmas wish: Staying alive in 2025Christmas sales will be critical to retailers' survival as 2025 shapes up as a challenge.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty gutting': Teacher aide's nasty pre-Christmas surprise after bike stolen on last day of termSecurity camera footage shows a man taking the bike during class time.20 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhy the sampler box is missing your favourite biscuitWhat happened to the Cameo Creme?20 Dec 07:43 AM
OpinionHow I host overnight guests at Christmas (without the stress)The Telegraph’s Debora Robertson shares her advice for how to handle it.20 Dec 12:08 AM
EntertainmentHome Alone: Five crazy facts about the Christmas classic you likely don't knowFrom fake snow to a fake film.19 Dec 10:06 PM
EntertainmentBest Christmas movies to watch - no matter what genre you enjoyLooking for something that's not Love Actually? Here are some ideas.19 Dec 10:00 PM
RoyalsPrince William and Kate use old photo for family Christmas cardSweet card features royal couple and their children19 Dec 07:28 PM
New ZealandHoliday hazards: ACC data highlights festive injury risksDentists advise caution with festive foods; pork crackling a common dental hazard.19 Dec 06:38 PM
LifestyleCan you do Christmas lunch or dinner for $25 per person?On a budget? Nikki Birrell crunches the numbers and plans some menus.19 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: No room at the inn for homeless Kiwis needing help at XmasOPINION: Community providers are increasingly having to turn away applicants.19 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: How problematic is 'Love, Actually', actually?Review: It’s a festive favourite. Should it be?19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Festive spirit may be dampened': Thunderstorms, tornadoes possible in grim leadup to XmasHeavy rainfall, thunderstorms and elevated humidity levels are tipped for the next week.19 Dec 04:00 PM
