New ZealandSanta's back for the 78th timeThousands of eager children lined the streets of Auckland yesterday to get a glimpse of the jolly man in red.25 Nov 04:30 PM
EntertainmentIn recent years: The Farmers Santa ParadeWith the annual Farmers Santa Parade due to make its way down Queen Street tomorrow, we take a look back at some highlights from recent years.23 Nov 09:13 PM
RetailKiwis plan to shop online this ChristmasMore than half of New Zealanders are intending to opt for convenience and do some of their Christmas shopping online this year, according to survey results.22 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandIs that the Virgin Mary?Kaikohe could become a centre for religious tourism after lights on the town's Christmas tree appeared to show a Marian apparition - an image of the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus - when switched on.19 Nov 09:16 PM
BusinessHam shortage hits, prices risePeople wanting to serve New Zealand ham at their Christmas dinner should order early or they may miss out, the pork industry says.18 Nov 04:30 PM
TravelGermany: Treats in the Christmas marketsWhen it comes to Christmas shopping, few countries can hold a candle to Germany. Its traditional Christmas markets have been creating the wow factor for more than six centuries.08 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandLolly scrambles set to stayParade enthusiasts have welcomed an assurance from Auckland mayor Len Brown that lolly scrambles won't be chucked out of Santa parades.19 Sep 08:17 PM
New ZealandSanta's lolly scramble thrown outFancy a lolly scramble this Christmas? You're out of luck in Auckland, where the tradition - along with squirting water at the crowd - is a strict no-no under new rules.12 Sep 05:30 PM
EntertainmentChristmas in the Park 2012Photos from Coca-Cola Christmas In The Park in the Auckland Domain on Saturday, 8 December 2012. 11 Sep 10:02 PM
Small BusinessLeap day blamed for Eftpos crashAn Eftpos outage has hit Pak 'N' Save and New World stores across the lower North Island this...29 Feb 12:06 AM
New ZealandThe magic of ChristmasFor the 19 years the residents of Franklin Road have been decorating their homes with lights in the countdown to Christmas. 11 Feb 11:45 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Weather fickle? Blame the seaOur summer-sun credits may have been exhausted on the World Cup06 Jan 04:30 PM