New Zealand104 days to go: Too early to plan for Christmas?Christmas has arrived early, like three months early - well, kind of.12 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland City Mission struggling to keep up with food demandsThe charity has seen a 40 per cent increase in demand for food parcels this year.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bad Santa' burglar jailed for stealing child's Xmas presentsBad Santa: man who stole Christmas presents from solo mum sentenced.11 Jul 04:20 AM
New ZealandSanta parade's future secure after council steps inThe Council confirmed it would take over funding for the event to the tune of $45,000.06 Mar 05:20 PM
New ZealandPōhutukawa massacre at Opito Bay - Four poisoned and the hunt for a killerOpito Bay's pōhutukawa poisoner leaves locals furious and searching for likely suspects.21 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuYour say: Mangapapa land 'sold, not stolen'; Boxing Day sales and 'fake' historyReaders have their say: Maori land; Boxing Day sales; fence-sitting; 'fake' history05 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeSeven wins the Chronicle had in 2018Local Chronicle stories go into bat for our community04 Jan 09:11 PM
New ZealandPeople gather to pay respects to teen after river deathA rahui remains in place on the Whanganui River after teen dies in ute plunge.26 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandNew Year's reunion for family who missed out on ChristmasPraise for official who worked on her holiday to help family resolve issue.26 Dec 01:32 AM
RetailQueueing shoppers sit on floors as Boxing Day crowds hammer Hawke's Bay storesShoplifters, crowds and big money - it's the toughest day of the year to work in retail.26 Dec 12:46 AM
PoliticsJay Kuten: Guess what ... the good and the bad of 2018Trump v Ardern -- the bad and the good of 201826 Dec 12:30 AM
BusinessChristmas gift clangers flood Trade MeBizarre Christmas gifts have begun hitting Trade Me.25 Dec 09:58 PM
RoyalsMeghan and Kate attend royal Christmas service togetherThe royal family attended church for the Queen's traditional Christmas Day service.25 Dec 05:40 PM
WorldPope: Forgo greed and gluttony of Christmas for simple lovePope Francis celebrated a Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds from 'all walks of life' enjoy City Mission Christmas lunch'Just by walking in you'll feel cared for and loved and that's what it's all about.'25 Dec 02:51 AM
New ZealandFocus: Auckland City Missioner talks about the Mission’s Christmas lunchAuckland City Missioner, Chris Farrelly, talks about the Mission’s Christmas lunch. Watch25 Dec 02:28 AM
RetailShoppers jump online to hit Boxing Day sales earlyBoxing day has come early for shoppers online, with plenty of sales launching yesterday.25 Dec 02:05 AM
WorldAustralia braces for extreme heatwaves as NZ gets drenchedWhile NZ is getting drenched, Australia is bracing for heatwaves not seen since the 1930s.25 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandHoliday congestion for Auckland and WellingtonHolidaymakers fleeing cities for Christmas Day are facing delays on the road.25 Dec 01:05 AM
New ZealandSummer babies born on public holidaysAnd you thought your summer holiday was busy ...24 Dec 09:49 PM
CompaniesWall Street has one of its worst Xmas Eves; Trump lashes out on TwitterThe S&P 500 is on pace for the worst monthly drop since 2008.24 Dec 08:14 PM
BusinessHow soon is too soon to sell unwanted Xmas gifts?Unwanted Christmas gifts have already surfaced on auction website Trade Me.24 Dec 07:53 PM
RoyalsPrincess Diana's first Royal Christmas faux pasFamous for weird Christmas traditions, Diana fell foul of the Royal rules.24 Dec 07:00 PM
LifestyleWWII mince pies found under hotel floorChristmas is the perfect time to share the story of these long-lost mince pies.24 Dec 06:59 PM
LifestyleHow to get in the mood when you're full of Christmas foodAdvice for sex at Christmas is "don't over eat". What if you're already past that point?24 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services in overdrive after several crashes, bad weather"It's not a nice way to start Christmas."24 Dec 02:44 AM
New ZealandFocus: Preparations for the Auckland City Mission Christmas lunchPreparations in the Spark Arena kitchens for the Auckland City Mission Christmas lunch speaking with City Mission fundraising team leader Alexis Sawyers. Watch24 Dec 01:40 AM
New ZealandPorirua man's incredible Xmas lights and music displayPorirua man's incredible Xmas lights and music display. / Mike BurtonWatch23 Dec 09:25 PM
BusinessThis year's worst Xmas gifts: Fitbits, Michelle Obama's book, bum bagsTrade Me is traditionally inundated with users who want to resell unwanted Xmas presents.23 Dec 07:12 PM
Lifestyle'Bad-present person': Trump doesn't give his wife a Xmas giftThere's one Yuletide tradition the US President and his wife won't be taking part in.23 Dec 06:18 PM
LifestyleHow to be the perfect guest this ChristmasWhen you're somebody else's guest you'll find favour in following these rules.23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern and Simon Bridges talk turkey before big dayJacinda Ardern and Simon Bridges on Christmas, and the PM's Christmas Eve recipe.23 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat you shouldn't say to the cook on Xmas DayIs there something we can do to keep everyone (someone in particular) calm and happy?23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSimon Bridges answers Claire Trevett's Christmas questionnaireSimon Bridges answers Claire Trevett's Christmas questionnaire.Watch23 Dec 04:00 PM
