New ZealandSilence ... then grim realisationIt was the first time in 40 years Andrew Welch had not been home for Christmas, his brother Jeremy recalls.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Holiday danger spotsPolice are putting their traffic enforcement focus on holiday black spots to keep the annual road toll from surging above 300 deaths.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday driving warningWith the annual summer exodus to the beach about to begin, motorists are being warned to take care while driving this festive season.22 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandLast-minute Christmas shoppers spend $370 millionLast-minute Christmas shoppers spent more than $370 million at the weekend - the last before the big day, according to Paymark figures.22 Dec 12:19 AM
New ZealandDonation helps garden visionBarnardos has always led the charge in putting children first. The Garden Project is their newest initiative to promote gardening among South Auckland children and families...21 Dec 04:30 PM
Business$3b spent in Xmas lead-upKiwis have already spent more than $3 billion in the lead-up to Christmas. Paymark yesterday revealed it had processed more than 59 million electronic transactions...21 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionMatt Heath: Overgifting is spoiling Kiwi kids at ChristmasMatt Heath writes: Last Christmas my two boys got so many presents they became bored opening them - if your kids get too much, why not take them to see the people who don't?21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMystery riders' Xmas cardsTwo good Samaritans buzzed into the Auckland Zoo carpark on a Vespa at the weekend, randomly handing out Christmas cards containing $100 apiece.21 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleJosh Emett: Top 5 hosting tipsJosh Emett gives us some of his top tips for outdoor entertaining.20 Dec 08:00 PM
EntertainmentDoc's festive outingPeter Capaldi breathed a sigh of relief when his first Christmas special wrapped.20 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandParents appalled as Santa debunkedA primary school relief teacher is on the naughty list with parents this Christmas after apparently casting doubt about Santa's authenticity...20 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Dread, grinches and do-goodersFor most of us, Christmas is a time of unrelieved joy - crackers, carols and cake - but a significant number of people fear the festive season20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMission of good cheerJetstar has pumped $25,000 into the Christmas Day lunch annually for three years. Airline staff also help by serving the festive meals.20 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleRellies drive you crackers?For most people Christmas Day represents a wonderful coming together of family members, sharing food, catching up and going over funny memories...20 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionHerald on Sunday editorial: Goodwill the secret of a happy ChristmasA sense of goodwill is around, extending even to those we find irritating and avoid at other times. Christmas is particularly suited to the Southern Hemisphere.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSanta busted for speedingSanta Claus has admitted being in a bit too much of a rush after being caught speeding on his way to an old folks' home.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGoogle, cops step in to save ChristmasAn alert from Google helped solve the case of a cache of Christmas presents and electronic equipment stolen from an Auckland home.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHo ho hot but cloudySeeking a warm and sunny Christmas Day? Head south. WeatherWatch forecaster Philip Duncan says 80 per cent of New Zealand will wake up to dry weather on Thursday...20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKissing boss spoils Christmas partyA city chief executive is being accused of kissing female staff at a company Christmas party - and joking he was acting "a bit like Roger Sutton".20 Dec 04:00 PM
SportBest sports books on the shelves this yearIf you’re still wondering what to get the father-in-law for Christmas or intend reclining under a shady tree for the holidays, the <i>Herald on Sunday</i> looks at some of the best sports books on the shelves this year20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMarsden's sermon still relevantThe much-loved Christmas song by Willow Macky is not only distinctive to New Zealand but also remarkably good history.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas cheer for the elderlyChristmas is traditionally a time for families to come together and for friends to catch up. But for many others, particularly the elderly, it can be a very isolating and sad time.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMerry Xmas from Defence ForceHear from the men and women from the New Zealand Defence forces serving around the world as they 'shout out' to their families and friends back home. Watch19 Dec 12:18 AM
OpinionToby ManhireToby Manhire: A festive verse for NZ'Twas the end of the day before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was txting, not even a mouse.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHuge need, but where's the donations?The queues start about 3am each day, but the Auckland City Mission says just a third of the donations it needs this Christmas have been raised.17 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandFriends reunited after 30 yearsA Canadian woman has fulfilled her Christmas wish after reconnecting with her long-lost childhood friend who moved to New Zealand.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKids all ears in the hot seatWriggling toddlers will meet their match when Kidz First Clendon Community Clinic nurses get the best seat in the house.17 Dec 04:00 PM
