CrimeBurglar steals Christmas presents from Tauranga family of 10HELPING HAND: Haeata Charitable Trust founder and friend Teisha Reihana is supporting the Filo family, who had all their Christmas 13 Dec 05:00 PM
EducationWriters take over the classroomWith play stations and computers hogging playtime, the importance of reading and the social and academic benefits that come with it are often forgotten.13 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe best Christmas comedies everCOMMENT: Based on the consistent comedic joy of the viewing experience, and how well they embody something resembling the spirit of Christmas.13 Dec 07:50 AM
LifestyleRevealed: The worst Secret Santa presents everIt's supposed to unite the office in festive spirit. But not when you receive gifts like these.13 Dec 03:42 AM
New ZealandPupils donate 67,000 cans for familiesMore than 200 schools took part in this year's Wattie's Cans for Good Campaign.13 Dec 03:00 AM
OpinionWhy you should spend Christmas with your exAs many divorced parents will agree, Christmas is a minefield of potential loneliness, writes Raffaella Barker.13 Dec 03:00 AM
BusinessTen shopping traps to avoid this XmasThese are ten of the most common consumer problems that shoppers should be aware of around Christmas.13 Dec 02:10 AM
LifestyleStaff buy WiiU for boy who played on store model dailyBest Buy employees in Long Island noticed a boy who came every day to play on the store's WiiU - and decided to buy him his own console.13 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Just phone, we could save your life'Aarti Prasad works for Shine answering calls from victims of family harm or those concerned about it. She said some of the stories are heartbreaking.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrisis lines spiking ahead of holidaysFamily violence doesn't take a break for the holidays - refuges and crisisline staff are already dealing with a spike in calls for help.12 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe big mistake everyone makes with giftsWhen you're buying gifts for people this holiday season, you might be thinking about how your loved one will react the moment they open it.12 Dec 05:00 AM
LifestyleThe world's most awkward office Christmas partiesSome dread it, some live for dressing up in costume for it and others use it as an excuse to let off steam.12 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandChristmas weather forecast looking goodThe latest predictions indicate the rain may stay away on the festive holiday.12 Dec 03:32 AM
New ZealandChristmas dinner - prison styleWhat will prisoners be eating for Christmas dinner in New Zealand this year? Corrections have released the annual menu for its 10,000 inmates.12 Dec 02:48 AM
EntertainmentWatch: The Rock's Christmas miracleWatch: The emotional moment Jimmy Fallon and The Rock gave one family their Christmas miracle.12 Dec 01:15 AM
LifestyleWhat your Christmas tree says about youReal or artificial? Colour co-ordinated or freestyle? The way you decorate your Christmas tree can reveal a lot about your personality.12 Dec 12:00 AM
New Zealand$10k grant helps kids learn about beachThe first time some 10 to 12-year-olds ever set foot on the beach is when they arrive on a school trip to help clean up the beach.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily harm not 'just another domestic'What drives family violence over Christmas, and how will new police initiatives curb the dire harm rates in New Zealand?11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice: we wish you a harm-free XmasThey leave their own families safe at home at step in to the most volatile and violent of Kiwi homes over holidays to help and protect vulnerable victims.11 Dec 11:05 AM
VideoEvery little bit helps at ChristmasCircle_see_more_DP.epsVOLUNTEER: Reporter Kyra Dawson spends time helping out at the Salvation Army Foodbank. PHOTO/STEPHEN PARKER 11 Dec 03:12 AM
New ZealandToo windy for Tauranga's Christmas partyTauranga's Christmas in the Park event, which was postponed yesterday, has now been cancelled due to strong winds.11 Dec 12:22 AM
LifestylePuzzle reveals IQ and attention to detailHow often can you spot the letter "b"? This puzzle's creator claims only those with a high IQ will get every answer right.10 Dec 10:30 PM
New ZealandHidden site for abuse victims launchesA new site allowing women to secretly access the Women's Refuge website without alerting offenders has been launched.10 Dec 09:43 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Woodville's Ride to Survive Coast2CoastThe roar of motorcycles echoed through Woodville's streets as the 24th annual Lions Ride to Survive Coast 2 Coast once again joined the town's Christmas parade. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Dec 09:22 PM
OpinionKerre McIvorWhitebait fritters mean ChristmasCOMMENT: So this Christmas, I will savour every last morsel of my whitebait fritter - because it may well be my last for a while.10 Dec 07:45 PM
CartoonsKurt BayerMinhinnick cartoons up for auctionA series of cartoons by a legendary <i>Herald</i> cartoonist depicting a distinguished Holyoake-era politician will go under the hammer on Monday.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily violence: How you can save a lifeOne of the keys to curing New Zealand's family violence epidemic is everyone playing their part. Here's how one woman's quick thinking saved her neighbour from another violent assault.10 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailFree service to ease shopping agonyA free service has been set up to ease the Christmas shopping horror.10 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionNiki Bezzant: The grinch has Xmas dinnerCOMMENT: I think we overlook the fact that it is possible to be both healthy and indulgent at Christmas.10 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleHambags add style to tasty Xmas tuckerOtis Frizzell's striking artworks adorn numerous canvases and walls around the country.10 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleHealthiest Xmas dinners around the worldAmerican diners should look away now - but Kiwis should feel proud.10 Dec 04:45 AM
LifestyleHow to be a good present-buyerHow much effort should you put into finding the perfect gift? Greg Bruce investigates.10 Dec 04:30 AM
New ZealandChristmas in the Park to go aheadAuckland's biggest outdoor festive celebration Christmas in the Park will go ahead tonight, despite downpours this afternoon.10 Dec 03:37 AM
LifestyleOur ultimate kids Christmas gift guide20+ gifts to please the kids -from babies to young teens, we have them covered.10 Dec 02:00 AM
