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How much would Kevin's grocery shop in Home Alone cost in 2023?
It's been revealed that grocery prices have tripled since the 1990 movie's premiere.
The Gabrielle grinch couldn't steal Christmas at the Park
Mud and slime drenched Christmas at the Park's gear. A $20,000 rescue job ensued.
When should you tell your kids the truth about Santa?
New York TImes: Is Santa a phoney? Some good ways to break the news to the little ones.
How to take care of yourself before the holidays start
The Christmas season can be overwhelming - here's what you can do to avoid burnout.
Christmas movies that have - and haven't - aged well
Some Christmas movies have aged like fine wine, yet not all suit the 21st century.
Reginald Hudlin and Kelly Younger on why Eddie Murphy Christmas movie was made for Kiwis
Jenni Mortimer chats to the acclaimed writer and director in LA about their latest film Candy Cane Lane. Video / NZ Herald
Christmas survival guide: How not to end up fat, hungover and distraught
Telegraph: Yes, you can minimise the damage without spoiling the fun.
Editorial: Health and safety concerns at risk of ruining Christmas
Should parades really be cancelled due to a one-off incident in Auckland?
Watch: Record number of Christmas Boxes packed for whānau in need
Volunteers from community groups, churches and sponsors packed a record number for whānau in need. Video / Supplied
Donation vending machines introduced to Auckland mall
A new method of donating this Christmas season has been introduced to mall shoppers.
Why you love (or love to hate) Christmas music
New York Times: The nostalgia that Christmas music evokes can be emotionally charged.
Matt Heath: Why this simple act will relieve your holiday stress
Perform it three times in a row and no amount of annoying family activity will get to you.
The ultimate Christmas gift guide for your favourite foodies
Plus, seven cheap presents you can make in your kitchen.
Diana Clement: Biggest money mistakes people make when Christmas shopping
OPINION: Every year, retailers have a field day regarding our psychology at Christmas.
The pavlova power list
Air fryer, microwave or barbecue pavlova? You can and we did. Which pav will win the battle of the beaters in this epic Christmas test kitchen? Video / Jason Oxenham / Alyse Wright
Pavlova Power List: What's the best way to cook it?
Air fryer or barbecue? Only one pav will win the battle of the beaters.
Best Christmas activities in Auckland this weekend
Here are exciting activities to get you in the festive spirit.
Gift Guide: The best Secret Santa gifts this Christmas
Whether it be a work do or family affair, we've got your Secret Santa sorted this year.
The greatest Christmas movies and why you should watch them
Our reviewers select the 10 best Christmas movies of all time.
Christmas spirit: Sir Howard Morrison concert raises donations for foodbank
'It’s a real privilege for us to support the artistic community and the foodbank.'
Temple lights to brighten up Hamilton's festive season once again
Full array of lights and festive cheer returns to Hamilton's temple grounds.
Ranked: The 10 best Christmas albums of all time
‘Tis the season to ruthlessly judge and power rank the world’s best Christmas albums.
‘Naughty’ or ‘nice’?: Consumer NZ reveals best and worst gift cards
More than $10 million spent on gift cards is lost every year.
Air NZ's new ad not for nervous flyers
The festive and the furious: Air NZ's Christmas advert not for nervous flyers. Video / Air New Zealand
The best Christmas gifts for travel lovers
This list is full of travel essentials and unforgettable experiences.
Feeding vegans, loud hotel sex and getting rid of house guests - a seasonal survival guide
Expert advice on group holidays, dietary requirements and other festive dilemmas.
Festive parades in Tararua and Napier lure Santa, firemen - and Elvis
Christmas punters prep for popular parades.
Wynne and Paul sing Little Drummer Boy
Rev Wynne Bowers-Mason and Rev Paul Bowers-Mason singing Little Drummer Boy. Video / Ilona Hanne
'Huge': Donations already rolling in ahead of Fill the Bus
Last year 10,041 items or more than $25,000 worth were collected during Fill the Bus.
Slay-mour, Fred Dagg & Christmas Carol: 7 Kiwi Christmas party characters
Are you a David Slay-mour or a Hokey Pokey hubs and wife?
The Ultimate Gift Guide: What to buy for kids and teens this Xmas
Finding the perfect gifts for kids and ultra-fussy teens? Here's a list you can turn to.
Lights, sirens and heroes: Ngongotahā Volunteer Fire Brigade raises $5.4k for Christmas appeal
By 9pm, the Salvation Army bus was so heavily laden with donations it could hardly move.
Gift Guide: The best gifts for the 'hard to buy for' person this Christmas
What do you buy the person who has everything? Our hard-to-buy-for list cracks the code.