LifestyleBehind the scenes: Smith & Caughey's Christmas wonderland'Twas the month before Christmas when photographer Jason Oxenham got an all-access pass to the making of the Smith & Caughey's Santa rooms. Story by Kim Knight.09 Dec 06:00 PM
LifestyleChristmas gift guide: For herWe've chosen 15 effortlessly stylish gifts that the lady in your life can take to the beach this summer and some that are, a little more extravagant.09 Dec 05:30 PM
LifestyleChristmas gift guide: For himFrom posh shorts to a beer book, these gifts should top his wish list.09 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionWendyl NissenWendyl Nissen: Have a real food XmasCOMMENT: I have spent an afternoon in the supermarket for you and has come up with my best selections for Christmas Day food items.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Smith & Caughey's Santa Room and Enchanted Forest Mrs Claus shows us around the Santa Room and Enchanted Forest at Smith & Caughey's.Watch09 Dec 03:00 PM
OpinionHow to survive your work Xmas partyCOMMENT: If you don't want to become the talk of the water cooler come Monday and well into 2017, here's some tips to help you survive.09 Dec 06:48 AM
LifestyleBoy's heartbreaking note to late fatherA boy's Christmas letter to his late father has been shared after a woman discovered it in her back garden.09 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandPop-up supermarket to open after quakesThe earthquakes closed New World Hutt City, so its owners have opened a pop-up supermarket.09 Dec 01:00 AM
LifestyleThe best gifts for kids that aren't toysChildren are dropping letters in the mail to Santa and letting parents know what they want for the holidays. Here are 15 ideas for gifts that aren't toys.08 Dec 09:40 PM
LifestyleSanta quits after fat shaming nine-year-old boyA man who was hired to portray Santa as resigned from the position, after fat-shaming a boy who visited him during a photo event last weekend.08 Dec 08:55 PM
LifestyleAn introvert's Christmas survival guideCatherine Nicol's advice for getting through the Christmas party season.08 Dec 07:00 PM
OpinionMegan Nicol ReedThe pleasure and pain of givingMy son didn't like the shorts I had bought him. Wrong colour, apparently.08 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandSupport for council's living wage progressOpetaia Siale won't be spending Christmas at home - he'll be cleaning Wellington's public toilets while his family forgo presents so they can afford a Christmas meal.08 Dec 05:30 AM
LifestyleRevealed: Most popular day for break-upsPeople in a loving relationship should be aware: the peak day for breakups is coming soon.07 Dec 09:30 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Santa run supports KidscanAround 100 athletic Whanganui Santas have staged a fun run in support of charity Kidscan. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch07 Dec 08:50 PM
LifestyleSanta Claus 'fat-shames nine-year-old boy'It could be a scene from Bad Santa. A nine-year-old boy says a St Nick in the US told him to "lay off the burgers".07 Dec 07:42 PM
New ZealandChristmas gift guide: the pet editionWe all know the pain of that person who's impossible to buy for - but what about the furry companion in your life?07 Dec 04:02 AM
LifestyleAre you too late to send Christmas gifts in the post?Check when to send your letters, cards, parcels and presents to loved ones in time for Christmas.07 Dec 04:00 AM
LifestyleHow to Dad's clever hack for Christmas shopping with a babyKiwi YouTube sensation How to Dad has gone viral, again. This time for proving Christmas shopping with children doesn't have to be an ordeal.07 Dec 03:13 AM
RetailThe best time and place to shop this ChristmasAs shoppers hit the mall before Christmas, Westfield is pulling out all the stops to entice consumers in.07 Dec 01:44 AM
RetailThe most popular gift in the US? SocksThe most-gifted piece of apparel during the holidays? Sweaters? Nope. Scarves? No. Ties or hats? Not those either. Socks.07 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandNCEA exam results release date revealedAfter an exam season marred by mistakes, the date NCEA students will be able to check their results online has been released.06 Dec 10:47 PM
LifestyleBeaver found in supermarket 'shopping' for Christmas treeIt turns out it's not just us humans that like to celebrate Christmas.06 Dec 10:30 PM
EmploymentHow health and safety stole your XmasChristmas has been cancelled at nearly a third of Kiwi businesses this year, a survey has revealed.06 Dec 07:59 AM
EmploymentChristmas party season has arrivedAs the Christmas season approaches, staff at companies across New Zealand are gearing up for their annual work Christmas functions.05 Dec 09:19 PM
LifestyleThe hipster nativity set taking over the internetIs your nativity set feeling a bit outdated? This could be just what you need this Christmas.05 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandNew visa rule shatters Christmas plansChristine and Shaw Dods-Brooks will have to wait even longer to meet their grandchildren after a new visa requirement for South Africans 05 Dec 02:14 AM
WorldBlack Santa mall hire causes racist backlashA Minnesota mall's decision to hire its first-ever black Santa has resulted in comments including "Santa is white. This one would steal presents."05 Dec 01:46 AM
New ZealandHello summer: Storms before sunThunderstorms are expected to hit some parts of the North Island today and tomorrow before temperatures soar to low-30s in some parts of New Zealand later this week.04 Dec 10:27 PM
New ZealandSummer is here: 29C expected this weekSummer will be well and truly here this week with temperatures expected to soar to 29C in some parts.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChurch prays for return of Mary statueParishioners shocked, saddened by statue's theft04 Dec 06:59 AM
LeagueVal and Warriors get festive with kidsNine-month-old Jarmas Brayer Tuvae looked delighted to be in the arms of Olympic gold medallist Valerie Adams. His smile may have 04 Dec 03:19 AM
OpinionJack Tame: Xmas vouchers don't always suckPeople have all sorts of reactions when they sit down with Hilary Barry but I'm pretty sure this was a first.03 Dec 04:00 PM
