PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Never too late for Christmas ham"I decided to make things a little easier ... and go without."15 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Love will find you too': Final Christmas tally 'an awesome outpouring' of kindnessThe final amount raised in the 2023 appeal has been revealed.12 Jan 03:00 PM
New Zealand‘Make it a four-day work week': How to beat the back-to-work bluesHelpful advice as holidays come to an end and work looms.07 Jan 06:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoBad Santa? Returning unwanted pressies and other consumer rightsOPINION: Whether it's a robot or a dessert, those written warranties need to be honoured.07 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Questions about our marine environment - and New Zealand artOPINION: "Issues need to be resolved - not just for snapper anglers but the whole planet."06 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deathsThe rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.06 Jan 02:37 AM
LifestyleEat or clean with it: Five surprising uses for your Christmas treeBefore you chuck it outside, here are some more innovative ideas for your ailing tree.01 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandThree people killed in overnight crashes; holiday road toll at 15Three people have died in two separate crashes overnight, police said.30 Dec 06:41 PM
LifestyleYoung Kiwi cancer survivor’s heartwarming Christmas wishThe young cancer survivor invited his whole school to join a day of fun.30 Dec 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialA call for responsible driving and water safetyOpinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Xmas ruined': Man barred from flight over special assistance mix-upHe suffered a stroke 21 years ago and requires minor assistance while on a plane.29 Dec 03:38 AM
Lifestyle‘My dad died an alcoholic - this is how I manage to drink normally'"After Dad died, it gave me the impetus to nail down a more moderate drinking life."29 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Greatly missed': Tributes flow for Irishman killed in NZ on Xmas DayTim O'Dwyer, 20, died in a car crash in Allenton, Ashburton, on Christmas Day.29 Dec 01:48 AM
EntertainmentDolly Parton grants dying man's Christmas wishThe "Jolene" star made a kind gesture after learning about a cancer patient's bucket list.29 Dec 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionArtisan offers apprenticeship to workers laid off before ChristmasAn Auckland fibrous plaster manufacturer offers an apprenticeship opportunity.28 Dec 10:26 PM
EntertainmentHow Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spent first Christmas togetherThe couple's Christmas celebrations were reportedly a family affair.28 Dec 09:30 PM
WorldChristmas gift argument turns deadly as 14yo kills sister as she holds her babyThe sister was trying to diffuse an argument between brothers who were both armed.27 Dec 11:02 PM
New Zealand‘Missed the mark’: Thousands of weird and wonderful unwanted Xmas gifts flood Trade MeThe gifts range from a cast-iron chicken to men's perfume gifted to a woman.26 Dec 05:03 AM
WorldUkraine celebrates Christmas on December 25 for the first time, distancing itself from RussiaChristmas carries more than spiritual weight for many Ukrainians this year.26 Dec 03:43 AM
LifestyleWhy children seem ungrateful at ChristmasThe scientific reason why kids under 7 may seem like they don’t want their Xmas gifts.26 Dec 02:25 AM
LifestyleHow long are Christmas leftovers safe to eat?Planning on tucking into that Christmas ham again today? You may want to read this first.25 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandHerald Summer Photo Competition: Day one entriesThe Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandXmas Day rescue: Paragliders landed in a tree after encountering 'difficulties'Emergency services were called out to the rescue.25 Dec 04:25 AM
New Zealand'Made me cry': Mystery gift-giver pays for meals, groceries and petrol then disappearsA Canterbury town is abuzz with the spirit of giving.25 Dec 03:51 AM
WorldWatch: Police dress as Santa to raid drug dealersOfficers decided it was time to check who's been naughty and nice.25 Dec 02:54 AM
RoyalsKing Charles breaks royal tradition in Christmas messageMonarch’s second festive address will aim to unify, but will also tackle current issues.25 Dec 02:16 AM
New Zealand'What Christmas should be about': Community key theme at Whangārei Christmas eventsCommunity members put their time aside in the spirit of Christmas.25 Dec 01:16 AM
New ZealandChristmas Day flood threat, severe thunderstorm alert for top half of North IslandElectrical storms are set to lash northern regions between 1pm and 10pm.24 Dec 10:59 PM
New Zealand'Christmas trees can be heavy': Northlanders urged to consider hidden dangers of Christmas seasonNorhthlanders have suffered some pretty weird injuries over the Christmas holiday period.24 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessChristmas Wonderland Store owner on filling the gap left by Kirkcaldie & Stains’ closureThe business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRecycling centre 'getting through as much as possible' after fireWhat you need to know about the recycling centre's operations over the holidays.24 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentYou’ve Got Mail was the last great New York rom-comNew York Times: A look back at what it tells us about love, books, money and the internet.24 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Why crime spikes over the Christmas holidaysOPINION: Crime tends to increase along with the seasons, but how does that play out here?24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOn the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issuedMany usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.24 Dec 07:48 AM