Queenstown mayor: 'If Aucklanders can holiday here, why not Aussies?'
The transtasman bubble was described as a light at the end of a grim tunnel.
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Rare find: The bizarre item Brooke Shields takes on a plane during holidays
Vegetarians, look away.
Businesses want 'assurance' on a firm opening date
Business groups express concerns about not having a firm reopening date.
A bargain you say? It'd better be: Retailers told to play fair as sales season approaches
The Commerce Commission has issued reminders and obligations to retailers.
Delta outbreak: A new case high as 'clock ticking' for Christmas
The whole country needs to be on the lookout for the virus.
SMEs concerned about supply chain disruptions right before Christmas
SME concerned about supply chain disruptions leading into Christmas rush.
US airline offers crew triple pay, but there's a catch
One US airline has offered triple pay for flight attendants but there's a catch.
Negative Covid test not enough to visit Berlin's iconic Markets
The Christmas spirit is returning to Berlin but not for everyone.
Mum's unusual hack for supermarket paper bags
One savvy shopper has shared the "genius" second use for the paper click and collect bags.
Experts react to traffic light system for opening up with vaccines
It's possible for Auckland, and other regions, to reach the 90% target by Christmas.
Ho ho uh-oh: Famed Auckland Christmas parade axed
Santa maybe missing the parade, but he won't be missing Christmas deliveries.
Kerrison for Christmas: Hawke's Bay's festive season plans in full swing
Opshop singer, Christmas parade and market still banking on bringing the festive fun.
Set a date: Hospitality and retail businesses' plea to Govt
We need a line drawn to say this is when we're reopening, says Restaurant Association.
Ho ho, oh no: Kiwis facing a Covid Christmas without family - or their favourite gifts
Travel restrictions and supply shortages are threatening to disrupt the festive season.
Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park supporting Youthline
Christmas in the Park is an important event for Youthline. More than 35,000 young people have been supported by the funds raised each year. Video / Youthline
Christmas in the Park cancelled in Auckland, proceeding in Christchurch
This will be the second year running the popular event has been cancelled in Auckland.
NZ's Hottest DoC Campsites of 2021
Booked the summer campsite yet? You better get in quick if you want one of NZ's top spots.
Why you should be ordering your Christmas gifts now
Shopping local for Christmas gifts might be your best option this year.
Meet the Muslim women giving new life to Christmas crackers
They don't find the Christmas cracker jokes funny either.
Sandringham Xmas: Philip arranged holiday for Kiwi away from home
A New Zealand man who worked for the royal family recalls Prince Philip's kindness.
Labour MP and Act MP push to scrap Easter drinking laws
Labour MP hopes to get enough support to repeal Easter alcohol rules.
Prince Harry reveals what the Queen gave Archie for Christmas
Not exactly what you'd expect a 1-year-old to get for Christmas, but Archie loves it.
A Capital Letter: Summer in the Covid-19 pandemic
Georgina Campbell's first flight all year took her to a holiday that didn't seem real.
Donald and Melania Trump release 2020 Christmas message
The US President's video message focused heavily on the religious significance of Christmas to Christians before first lady Melania Trump addressed the pandemic. Video / Donald Trump via Twitter
Why casual wear on Fridays will be replaced by PJs
Futurist Melissa Clark-Reynolds predicts life in 2021 post Covid-19.
'Mindblowing': Kiwis head online for Christmas, use 'astonishing', record breaking levels of data
Kiwis have used "astonishing" amount of data over Christmas and Boxing Day.
Vet with a festive name on call for Christmas
"Animals don't choose when to get sick," says Clutha vet Marcus Yule.
Teen injured after hit and run; Blenheim police seeking vehicle
The incident happened on Christmas Day about 11.45pm.
Shoppers line up early for Boxing Day sales
"It is one of those days you are really thankful to be in New Zealand."
Baby celebrates first Christmas in MIQ facility
The lack of chimneys didn't stop Santa from making one baby's Christmas special.
Baby's first Christmas spent in quarantine
Baby Harper spent her first Christmas with mum Alexa in managed isolation at Christchurch's Crowne Plaza. Video / Supplied
Holiday road toll: Five dead, equals 2019/20 tally
Five people have died in two separate crashes in Auckland since Christmas Eve.
'The ultimate present': Little bundles of joy arrive for Christmas
Two couples from the South Island have received "the present of their lives" at Christmas.