'Surprisingly therapeutic': My afternoon packing parcels at the foodbank
I saw first-hand how dedicated the team is to treating people with mana and dignity.
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8 Most iconic Christmas fashion moments of all time
From Mariah Carey's ski suit to Love Actually's Christmas charm, these fits are our favs.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Seniors ASAP Trust 'absolutely overwhelmed' by demand for elder abuse help
Everyone can play a part in preventing or stopping elder abuse, the trust says.
What to do these summer holidays in Northland
A list of events and places that will keep everyone entertained.
Ask the experts: Help! I don’t want to spend Xmas Day with my partner’s judgmental family
My partner says I have to tell his mother we can't go to Christmas - because he won't.
'Their community cares about them': Foster care charity gets funding boost
The grant will also support Foster Hope’s gift drive within South Auckland.
Soak for the Salvation Army: Waikite Valley Hotpools host can for a swim day
"We hope we can get as many donations as we can."
Ham it up: 4 ham glaze recipes for your Christmas centrepiece
These sticky sweet glazes add new and interesting flavours to a festive staple.
Five toys an ER doctor will never gift her kids for Christmas
Medical professional urges parents to stay away from these five popular children's toys.
How to plan ahead for a sober Christmas
An expert shares strategies for staying booze-free during the festive season.
This house has a world-record Christmas light display. The neighbours hate it
New York Times: Traffic, rubbish and bad behaviour test a small town's festive spirit.
Race against time pays off as Whangārei Christmas Parade saved and ready to go
Saturday will see the parade in full swing, including fair ground rides, food and crafts
Plunket foodbank referrals up 13pc increase, now it's giving back
'This is what community is all about.'
Christmas Appeal 2023: Special Olympics Whangārei 'woefully short of volunteers'
The Olympics where the last athlete across the line gets the biggest cheer.
Full bellies thanks to Auckland Airport travellers
A $12,000 airport grant will be a big help for Middlemore's neonatal intensive care unit.
Dreaming of a white Xmas? It's perfect timing for a trip to Antarctica
It's the trip of a lifetime, not just for Christmas, but Antarctica is best in December.
Stratford Christmas lights trail brightens up festive season
Stratford the most festive town in the region, says light trail organiser Kylee Lawrence.
'Hate, hate, loathe entirely': Seven terrible Christmas songs ranked
Safe to say we won’t be meeting Justin Bieber under the mistletoe this December.
Cookie peddler on target to sell 11,000 buckets, break sales record
The student donated 250 cookie buckets to Christmas Cheer.
Is Christmas music in shops making you spend more?
Holiday tunes trigger feelings of nostalgia - and may have an effect on your wallet too.
Christmas giveaway carnage: People fight over toys, volunteers abused at charity event
People pushed and shoved others to claim car-loads of free Christmas gifts.
Christmas Appeal: Foodbank worker's passion for making a difference
“We try to give our clients as much choice as we can.”
Company raises hundreds of dollars worth of donations in two hours
'It shows the generosity of the community.'
$200 for 25km: Warning over Christmas party taxi rip-offs
Since the rules were loosened in 2017, some drivers have been charging excessive sums.
Awkward detail in Prince William and Kate Middleton's Christmas card
Eagle-eyed fans have noticed something a bit odd about the Waleses' family portrait.
Christmas Appeal 2023: Bald Angels helps families in need experience the festive season
The Bald Angels is helping more than 1000 kids experience Christmas this year.
How do you fight isolation? This charity has an answer
'Many say they wouldn’t get out of bed if they didn’t have our meetings.'
How do the super-rich decorate for Christmas?
Stylists to the stars reveal some of their clients’ most flamboyant festive requests.
How Mariah Carey came to dominate Christmas music
The song didn't become the most iconic Christmas classic for no reason.
Kiwis’ Christmas dinner habits revealed: Which tradition are we ditching this year?
Is it taboo to serve a store-bought pav at Christmas? Find out here.
Whangārei Cat Rescue tackles cat-astrophic problem
The rescue currently has 60 kittens in their care but can take up to 90.
Tourist donations at the airport fund grant for at-risk youths
"Our youth often come needing shoes, clothing, bedding and basic hygiene items."
Airlines reveal the busiest day to fly this Christmas
Flying on one of these days? You may want to arrive at the airport extra early.
Cambridge Clock Tower to get its time and chime back
The Westminster chimes sequence – the same used by Big Ben in London – will be back.