‘Love this’: Woman’s Kmart wrapping-avoiding hack praised
Woman praised for gift-wrapping hack, one less costly item at Christmas time.
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Christmas shortages: The toys and gadgets you might not see under the tree
Be flexible and prepared for festivities as staff shortages and supply chain issues bite.
Sleigh it ain't so: Santa poised for NZ malls six weeks before Xmas
It will be the first time Santa photos will be restriction-free since 2019.
Gwyneth's Goop gift guide includes nod to NZ
Paltrow has revealed her extravagant gift selections for 2022
How to start saving now on your Christmas shopping
With Christmas around the corner, some smart shopping will save you time and money.
'It doesn't get much worse': Frail 95-year-old followed home from ATM, punched and robbed
The elderly man was left with head injuries, including internal bleeding and a black eye.
Auckland Santa and Anzac Day parades under threat from rising traffic management costs
We are paying for someone to put a cone in the street, says Jessica Rose.
Uretiti Beach not patrolled despite being known drowning hot spot
Report highlights coroners' comments after four Northland drownings
Christmas Day tragedy: Charge filed against driver alleged to have killed mum of six
The 28-year-old driver is making his first appearance today at Auckland District Court.
Consumer card spending rises 1.9% in December
Increase in card spending providing both confidence and risk for 2022.
'Our worst nightmare': Single mum of six killed on Christmas Day
The pedestrian killed on Christmas Day in Auckland was mum of six Charlotte Tyrrell, 28
'Horrendous' holiday road toll the highest in five years, 'basic' mistakes often to blame
Seatbelts, speeding, cellphones and alcohol are still the biggest common factors.
Dine in style: The best fine-dining restaurants around NZ
These top-notch eateries are worth making a trip for.
Holiday traffic: Congestion building as police urge motorists to put safety first
Waka Kotahi suggests alternate route as congestion clogs SH1 heading north.
New Year's resolutions that beat weight loss and tidying up
Nicola Alpe points us in a more admirable direction for 2022.
Data usage skyrockets to record highs this Christmas
Most of the country may be on holiday, but Kiwis haven't moved offline just yet.
Boxing Day blitz: Kiwis spend almost $100 million in sales
Gloss wearing off as shoppers spread the love to Black Friday and pre-Christmas sales?
'They've stolen Christmas': Mum gutted after thief steals her car packed with gifts
"If they needed help, they could have asked, rather than steal Christmas."
'Tragic start to holiday road period': Five dead since Friday
Five people have died on the roads since Friday.
Russia pulls back troops from near Ukraine in surprise de-escalation
The move comes ahead of expected talks with the US about potential NATO concessions.
55 prisoners, 21 staff in isolation after prison worker tests positive for Covid-19
The worker is fully vaccinated.
Christmas crashes: Motorcyclist dies at scene of crash in Gordonton
The crash was reported to police just after 9.20am today.
'Hero': Man's lifesaving Christmas gift for his best mate
James received the ultimate Christmas gift from his best mate.
Kiwibank apologises after system crashed on Christmas Eve - shoppers left panicked
"I went to swipe my card and it came up with 'card not honoured'..."
Pope celebrates Christmas Eve Mass as virus surges in Italy
A maskless Francis processed down the central aisle as the Sistine Chapel choir sang Noel.
What do people who work to improve the lives of others want for Christmas?
Not a phone, or a new car - but the things that would make a real difference.
Watch: Kate Middleton wows her fans with secret talent
The Duchess of Cambridge revealed a hidden talent at the royals' Christmas Eve concert.
Bad taste in mouth: Woop customers complain about Christmas food boxes
Hundreds of comments have criticised the brand's Christmas box.
Watch: Secret Santa, homemade gifts - going to extraordinary lengths to make perfect present
Scott Base staff set themselves a daunting annual task - a DIY gift made on the ice.
30 dawn dips: Teens make a splash for Christmas Day and mental health
Lots of people our age don't really talk about what's going on in their head, teen says.
Expert urges against Covid complacency over holidays as death toll reaches 50
"We have a lot to be thankful for at this point," epidemiologist Michael Baker says.
Miracles and magic: The dual stories at the heart of Christmas
A miraculous Christmas: One where all receive what's needed, all are fed, peace reigns.
Singer hoping for 'miracle' to avoid spending Christmas alone in MIQ
"Christmas is such a poignant mark in the calendar."