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
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
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