‘Ridiculous. Still three months away.’

Are you ready to bask in the sun and swim in pristine waters?

Plan now for a Christmas with woolly hats, festive lights and eggnog.

Napier's CBD was a hive of activity despite inclement weather.

'We all hoped our revenue position would change for the better.'

"Their focus is just staying alive and getting through the next day."

The aim of the Healthy Homes Program is to reduce power use by 30 to 40 per cent.

The final amount raised in the 2023 appeal has been revealed.

The rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.

Before you chuck it outside, here are some more innovative ideas for your ailing tree.

Three people have died in two separate crashes overnight, police said.

The young cancer survivor invited his whole school to join a day of fun.

He suffered a stroke 21 years ago and requires minor assistance while on a plane.

"After Dad died, it gave me the impetus to nail down a more moderate drinking life."

Tim O'Dwyer, 20, died in a car crash in Allenton, Ashburton, on Christmas Day.

The couple's Christmas celebrations were reportedly a family affair.

The sister was trying to diffuse an argument between brothers who were both armed.

The gifts range from a cast-iron chicken to men's perfume gifted to a woman.

Christmas carries more than spiritual weight for many Ukrainians this year.

The scientific reason why kids under 7 may seem like they don’t want their Xmas gifts.

Planning on tucking into that Christmas ham again today? You may want to read this first.

The Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.

Emergency services were called out to the rescue.

A Canterbury town is abuzz with the spirit of giving.

Officers decided it was time to check who's been naughty and nice.

Monarch’s second festive address will aim to unify, but will also tackle current issues.

Community members put their time aside in the spirit of Christmas.