New ZealandSquatter living in remote South Island hut given boot by councilMackenzie Council has trespassed the man living at the hut with his dog and horse.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath: CEO ho ho - nail Xmas like a bossCOMMENT: For a memorable, happy big day, let your inner dictator shine.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It takes away all that anxiety'The NZ Epilepsy Assist Dogs Trust gets $10,000 from Auckland Airport this Christmas.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionBob McCoskrie: This Christmas, gift yourself balm of forgivenessCOMMENT: Forgiveness is an investment in family life that has great returns.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern answers Claire Trevett's Christmas questionnaireJacinda Ardern answers Claire Trevett's Christmas questionnaire.Watch23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas dinner warming homeless tums and heartsIt was a special Christmas dinner for the homeless community in Auckland last night.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHome for Christmas: 'feisty fighter' joins familyBaby Isabelle is finally going home ... just in time for Christmas.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: 'Remarkable' baby home for the first time this Christmas EveAfter more than two months in hospital baby Isabelle is going home... just in time for Christmas Eve. Watch23 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessIs it on your Xmas day menu? King salmon recalledNew Zealand King Salmon has apologised to customers23 Dec 03:13 AM
RetailPreparing for Christmas an all-year operation for toy importersNew Zealand's largest toy distributor prepares for Christmas well in advance.23 Dec 02:31 AM
New ZealandCrashes and heavy traffic disrupt holidaymakersHolidaymakers are causing congestion on roads and wild weather is set to hit.23 Dec 01:23 AM
LifestyleHow Xmas could be most fatal time of yearThe Christmas season could well be the most dangerous time of year.23 Dec 12:10 AM
LifestyleHow to lie (politely) when you get a bad Xmas giftYou know that awkward moment you open a gift and hate it? Here's what to do.22 Dec 08:55 PM
LifestyleThe 10 biggest rows of Xmas and how to avoid themHow to survive Christmas with the family - however big or small - this year.22 Dec 07:50 PM
EditorialEditorial: Aunty's life-saving gift a reminder of who we areEDITORIAL: There's surely not much better than a Kiwi Xmas holiday.22 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Swapping Hokianga for LondonCOMMENT: It's people who make Christmas, not the presents nor the place.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Lifestyle27 last-minute Christmas conundrums solvedUnannounced vegan guests? Interfering in-laws and party bores?22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOperation Bad Santa: Alleged burglar gave stolen gifts to own familyHow police nabbed an alleged "Bad Santa" burglar, and what they found in his home.22 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Last-minute Xmas giftsCOMMENT: 'Twas the night before Christmas and you still haven't bought everything.22 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailSupermarket berries spike up to 100 per cent before XmasA 250g punnet of strawberries has jumped from $1.99 to $3.99 in Auckland this past week.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow a pink shirt inspired a stand against bullyingThe Mental Health Foundation has received a $10,000 Christmas gift from Auckland Airport.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHo, ho, howzat! Swinging into festive seasonA group of Santas showed off their cricket catching skills at Auckland's Victoria Park.22 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow to make sure your Christmas gifts are awesomeIt happens every year. You are given a crappy gift that ends up in the cupboard or the bin22 Dec 03:46 AM
EditorialEditorial: Slow down and live for ChristmasEDITORIAL: Drive safely and have a happy Christmas.21 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleLast minute grocery grab: What we put in our Christmas trolleyHere are the last minute items most likely to end up in your trolley Christmas Eve.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChurches' Christmas message: Waiting for ChristmasChurch leaders' Xmas message.21 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleMerry Quadsmas, babies!Festive wear, family and a few toys on the agenda for fab four's first Christmas.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMiddlemore Foundation working to give youngsters the best chanceThe Middlemore Foundation has received $10,000 from Auckland Airport this Christmas.21 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleGranimosity: How to avoid grandparent clashes over the festive seasonWho decides who gets the pleasure of the grandchildren at Christmas?21 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionLizzie MarvellyLizzie Marvelly: How to survive a feminist ChristmasCOMMENT: It's no great secret that I love Christmas.21 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuLetters: Better facilities needed for bus ridersBuses provide a social link with most passengers enjoying a good chat on their way to town21 Dec 03:32 AM
New ZealandOperation Bad Santa: Police nab alleged present thiefA man has been charged after allegedly pinching Christmas presents from Auckland family.21 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandJingle cells: Christmas in NZ prisons starts with 'modest lunch'For inmates in New Zealand prisons Christmas day is much the same as any other day.21 Dec 02:18 AM
LifestyleGift ideas for last-minute shoppers on a budgetHere are some great Christmas gift ideas for under $35 from our local stores.20 Dec 09:11 PM
