A significant number of lane closures will affect Waikato motorists leading into Christmas

OPINION: The cost-of-living crisis has turned a hard situation into an impossible one.

Witnesses said the car was revving its engine before it drove into the crowd.

Thousands have packed Auckland’s Queen St for the city’s Santa Parade that’s sure to bring a smile to kids from one to 92. Video / Alex Burton

Get ready for today's big parade, with a performance from iconic entertainer.

The incident happened as the parade travelled down Great North Rd.

Auckland's Santa Parade float maker Peter Taylor reminisces on his 50-y long career

The league legend has a new starring role.

She'll be in a car during the parade but also plans on greet people up close.

Radio Hauraki presents the exclusive limited-edition Christmas podcast on vinyl.

Nostalgia, DIY and Barbiemania are the trends topping this year's most popular toys list.

According to tree experts, it's beginning to look a lot like pink Christmas.

Westfield vows to deliver food and drink to customers if trapped in car park.

Criminals know everyone wants a bargain from now till Boxing Day.

A fear of missing out is a strong motivator when it comes to scooping up bargains.

The food drive is on Monday evening in Ngongotahā.

A financial mentor says Tauranga Community Foodbank's store is “mana-enhancing”.

Some things are more important than buying everyone in your family a Christmas gift.

It is keeping stores open, but closing its Napier factory, which has at least 18 staff.

Auckland City Missioner Helen Robinson urges Auckland to donate this year to help struggling families during Christmas. Video / Michael Craig

The centre will also act as an official collection point for the appeal.

“When I started working here, it surprised me so many different people needed support."

“It’s a special time of the year, and everybody deserves to be able to enjoy it."

Parents accuse mall of priortising pets over kids with sensory or disability issuses.

“It’s not easy to walk through the doors and ask for help."

Proceeds from the song will help 20,000 families in hardship get gifts this year.

The increase was likely due to a variant which can somewhat evade immune responses.

The Hawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal is up and running.

"Together we can make a difference, and Rotorua Trust is pleased to be part of it.”