Teuila Fuatai: Pace yourself for the Christmas home run
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Focus: Jacinda Ardern's plans for Christmas
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern talks about her plans for Christmas. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus: Judith Collins' plans for Christmas
National Party leader Judith Collins talks about her plans for Christmas. Video / Mark Mitchell
Christmas cyclone: Zazu brews in Pacific, but it's Yasa likely to hit NZ
Another tropical cyclone is brewing in the Pacific but it's unlikely to impact NZ.
12 Days of Christmas: Helping those with MS to create a new life
MS Auckland helps people adjust to life with a chronic disease. Now you can help them.
Opinion: Kate and Meghan's royal Christmas wars
A family rift is still plaguing the 'Fab Four' today. So what happened behind the scenes?
Jacinda Ardern and Judith Collins share their Christmas plans
The political leaders reveal their plans for Christmas.
Silent night: Germany's Christmas lockdown
Country to enforce restrictions through to January 10 as infections continue to rise.
Russian Santas boast 'Covid-free' status
Father Christmases are seeking to capitalise on already having had the disease.
Mike Puru: Please go home for Christmas
OPINION: If there's one thing 2020 has taught us, it's the value of family - in any form.
Alcohol-awash Aotearoa, we have a drinking problem
Opinion: Enjoy a drink this Christmas, but do it safely and in moderation.
Kids want your presence - more than presents
Opinion: Kids list families, friends and pets as most important to making them happy.
Govt's new 'lighthearted' Covid summer ad campaign
It's designed to make sure NZers don't become complacent when it comes to Covid-19.
Trump makes Christmas Eve a public holiday
The US President has long declared the Democrats have been waging a "war on Christmas".
'Disgusting idea': Santa 'given Covid' in new ad
Ad has been slammed by some: "Why you would make Santa a victim of Covid is beyond me."
Home for Christmas: First Tokelauans repatriated since Covid outbreak
The Tokelauans have had more than a month of quarantine in New Zealand and Samoa.
Trucks travelling to Northport turned back to Auckland
"There was at least 30 trucks in the queue at the time they stopped operations."
'I may have behaved inappropriately': Councillor resigns after party
Peter Newton says he's quitting "for reasons of personal development [and] reflection".
'Gobsmacked': Mystery man pays off all Christmas lay-bys
A man has paid off about 60 lay-bys as an incredible act of Christmas generosity.
Christmas grinches scamming stressed Kiwis
'Tis the season of package delivery swindles and holiday home scams.
Warning for motorists: What trucks' Christmas convoy is doing to State Highway 1
Up to a dozen trucks are leaving Whangārei hourly for Auckland for the next week.
Sinead in The City: Why your ex texts you at Christmas
Tis the season when the Ghosts of Boyfriends Past will creep out of the woodwork.
Ten tips for a magical Christmas on a budget
2020 has been a tight year for many Kiwis - here's how to celebrate Christmas on a budget.
'That is not me': Piers Morgan denies Home Alone cameo
People thought Piers Morgan was in Home Alone 2. Now he's set the record straight.
Businesses fatigued by traffic congestion after '10 years of delays'
One driver said it took two-and-a-half hours to travel 66km.
'Disastrous': Nightmare before Christmas - presents stuck at sea
Retailer has been told his container won't be unloaded until Christmas Eve.
Lonely man's heartbreaking plea for Christmas dinner guest
After losing his wife to cancer, Tony 'can't face' being on his own at this time of year.
Focus Live: Kmart wreath poses risk to NZ native plants
The Ministry of Primary Industries has recalled a Kmart 32cm Half Wicker Wreath with Berries. Video / Will Trafford
Product recall: Kmart Christmas wreath poses risk to NZ native plants
Did you purchase Kmart's "Wicker wreath with native foliage and berries"?
Greenpeace gifts fishy Christmas tree calling for cameras on boats
Greenpeace has gifted a "bycatch Christmas tree" to the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries.
Record rush on Christmas trees in 2020
'A lot of people just want to get the tree up and get this year over and done with.'
What your Christmas tree says about you
If minimalism is your thing, fine. Same with bling. But maybe rethink the loo rolls.
Wellington siblings share rare condition and a dream for a miracle cure
With the help of a 'miracle drug' the brother and sister could think about retirement.
True stories from famous Kiwi Christmas trees
From the PM's recycled tree to an Olympian's front lawn, notable Kiwis talk tinsel.